MIFFLIN, Benjamin S. “Ben” Nealman, 35, of Mifflin died at 9:30 p.m., on Tuesday, August 20, 2013, at the Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.
Born on July 24, 1978 in Harrisburg, Dauphin County, he was a son of the late Charles F. Nealman, Sr. and Kathryn F. (Dalton) Nealman, of Mifflin. On March 28, 2009, he married his wife, Tawna Z. (McCreary) Nealman, who survives.
In addition to his mother and wife, he is survived by five children; Dakota L. Nealman, Devon L. Nealman, Cheyene L. Nealman, all at home, Alexis Wilson, of Carlisle, Wyatt Guillory, of Honey Grove; two sisters, Virginia “Granny” Beaston and her husband Rick, Kathy Jo Kint and her husband Keith, all of Mifflintown; two brothers, Charles Nealman, Jr., and his wife Tammey, of Mifflintown, Curtis Nealman and his wife Judy, of Mifflin, and he leaves behind several nieces and nephews.
One brother, Clinton W. Nealman, preceded him in death.
Mr. Nealman was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church, Mifflin and a member of the American Legion Post 298, Mifflintown.
Ben shared his gift of artistry with others through his love of tattooing and had a passion for shooting bow. He cherished the time he spent with his children and loved helping out at their athletic events.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, August 27, 2013 from the Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 100 Bridge St., Mifflintown, with Pastor Gay L. Irwin officiating. Interment will follow in the East Waterford Cemetery, East Waterford.
Viewing will be held from 6 – 8 p.m. Monday, August 26, 2013, at the funeral home.
For those who desire, memorial donations in Mr. Nealman’s memory may be made to Tammey J. Nealman, 633 Jericho Road, Mifflintown, PA 17059.

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THOMPSONTOWN, Esther A. Davis, 79, of Thompsontown, died at 5:45 p.m., on Friday, August 23, 2013 at the Harrisburg Hospital.
Born on February 3, 1934 in Delaware Twp., Juniata County, she was a daughter of the late John P. and Jennie S. (Naylor) Lauver. On August 1, 1953, she married Robert L. Davis, with whom she shared nearly 44 years of marriage, until he preceded her in death on January 15, 1997.
Surviving are: two children Lisa A. Beasom and her husband Jerry, of Mifflintown, Matthew R. Davis and his wife Kristy, of Harrisburg; two sisters, Anna Mae Bashore and her husband John, Martha Delancey, all of Mifflintown; three grandsons, Joshua Kerstetter and his wife Alesha, Ethan Beasom, Croix Beasom; one granddaughter Garin Beasom and she leaves behind one great grandson, Drake Kerstetter.
Three brothers, Lester Lauver, Harold Lauver, Paul Lauver and two sisters, Dorothy Dietz and Edith Lyons, preceded her in death.
Mrs. Davis was a 1953 graduate of East Juniata High School and a member of the Thompsontown United Methodist Church.
Esther was a homemaker, who also worked at the East Salem Shirt Factory. She loved being a Chicago Cubs baseball fan and enjoyed sewing and bowling. Her greatest joy was spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandson.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, August 28, 2013, from the Thompsontown United Methodist Church, Thompsontown with Rev. Gene McCallips and Rev. Barbara Yorks officiating. Interment will be in Locust Run Cemetery, Thompsontown.
Viewing will be held from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church.
The Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 111 Westfall St., McAlisterville has been entrusted with the arrangements.
For those who wish, memorial contributions in Mrs. Davis’s memory may be made to the Thompsontown United Methodist Church, c/o Anise Page, 295 Sycamore Dr., Thompsontown, PA 17094 or to the Carolyn Croxton Slane Hospice Residence, 1701 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg, PA 17110.
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PORT ROYAL, Barbara Miller Bergstresser, 62, of Port Royal died at 6:07 p.m. on Wednesday, August 28, 2013, at her home.
Born on December 24, 1950, in Harrisburg, Dauphin County, she was a daughter of Ruth L. (Pannabaker) Miller, of Millerstown and the late George W. Miller. On February 24, 2004 she married her husband, Robert A. Bergstresser, until he preceded her in death on, March 1, 2004.
In addition to her mother she is survived by her siblings, Susan K. Bream, of Newport, Daniel R. Miller, of Lewistown, Dale R. Miller and his wife Teresa, of Millerstown, two step-sons, Dean Bergstresser, Robert Bergstresser and his wife Ginny, four step-grandchildren, all of Harrisburg.
She was a 1968 graduate of East Juniata High School, Cocolamus and served as the coordinator of the class reunions for the past thirty years, just finishing the forty-fifth reunion get-together on June 15th and 16th of 2013.
In earlier life, she worked for Tryon and Helen Benner at their fruit market and restaurant in Thompsontown before working for Ida Goodling at her restaurants in Thompsontown and Liverpool. She left these businesses to work for Les Markle at the Chicken Pen Restaurant, Tyson Hill, Port Royal, and from there worked for Wayne Haubert at Blue Valley Industries, Inc. for 36 years, until retiring early for health reasons in 2010.
Mrs. Bergstresser attended the Port Royal United Methodist Church and was a member of the Friendship Fire Co., Ladies Auxiliary of the Friendship Fire Co., Port Royal EMS and Juniata County Emergency Management. She also was a member of the NRA and Millerstown Moose Family Center, Lodge 925.
Having been elected to the Port Royal Borough Council from 1989 thru 2000, she held the office as councilman and later served as President of the council. In 2000 she was elected Mayor of Port Royal and sworn into office in January 2001 and has served as Mayor thru the present time.
Early in her tenure on Borough Council, she became aware that, years earlier, a 2.6 acre stretch of ground parallel to the Tuscarora Creek was donated to the Borough for a municipal park. At that point, Barbara requested, and was granted permission to follow thru with fundraising and requesting grants on behalf of the borough. Then President of the council Phil Kilmer gave his blessing to proceed. She continued with work necessary to complete Phase I, II, and III of the park. On May 19, 2007 a Grand Dedication Celebration for the park was held and Barbara was honored for her tireless efforts to bring this park to the community.
Dedicated to the long-term success of the park, she held the position of Coordinator for the Friends of Moyer Park and helped to raise funds for the upkeep and additions to the park. Also, she was responsible for the yearly flower planting and additional funding, including the annual Strawberry Pie Sale.
From its inception in 1993 until the final 20th anniversary in October of 2012, she served as the Coordinator and worked alongside the original committee for Old Home Foliage Days.
With her love of helping people, Barbara had a strong sense of commitment to her community and believed her greatest asset was the vast number of people in her Circle of Friends. She also believed her most important accomplishment in life was the establishment and continued maintenance of Moyer Park.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 1st, 2013 from the Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 100 Bridge St., Mifflintown with the Rev. Kenneth Kitzmiller officiating. Interment will follow in the New Church Hill Cemetery, Port Royal.
Viewing will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 31st, 2013 at the funeral home.
For those who wish, memorial donations may be made in Mrs. Bergstresser’s memory to the Moyer Park and Recreation Account Port Royal Borough, P.O. Box 390, Port Royal, PA 17082.
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MIFFLINTOWN, Martha Jane Powell Switzer, 92, of Mifflintown, mother of Sally Switzer, of Voorhees, NJ, Jim Switzer, of Mifflintown and Brenda M. Switzer Maier, of Manlius, NY has gone to be with the Lord. On August 29, she passed away, peacefully at her home, surrounded by her 3 children and friends.
She married S. Carl Switzer, who passed away on December 3, 1990. Born on March 1, 1921 to Beulah Mae (Stine) Powell and Perry L. “Mr. Viscose” Powell of Lewistown. Jane was a sister to the Sarah Boxe, Perry Powell, Preston Powell and Harold Powell, who all preceded her in death.
She is survived by her brother, Jay Powell and his wife Coe, of Ft. Wayne, Ind.; daughter-in-law, Lindy (Baer) Switzer; granddaughters, Chelsie Switzer Poff and her husband Dustin, Natalie Switzer Maier; great-granddaughters, Layla and Lilly Poff.
Jane was a member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Mifflintown.
Known to many for her kindness and huge capacity to love, she leaves behind many friends, young and old. An extraordinary homemaker, she also, along with her late husband Carl, owned and operated Switzer Chevrolet & Oldsmobile, Mifflintown. Jane enjoyed music from an early age and sang with the Alfarata Children’s Choir. Her love of sewing, knitting and crochet benefited many throughout the years. Known for her smile and kindness, she gave selflessly to anyone in need. Before marriage, Jane was a lab technician at the American Viscose Corporation. She always loved the adventure of traveling, whether by car, train, ship or plane. She enjoyed visiting new destinations and returning to families and favorite places.
The family would like to thank the many neighbors, friends and caregivers, who enriched her life.
Funeral Services will be held at Noon on Saturday, August 31, 2013, from the Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 100 Bridge St., Mifflintown. Interment will be in the Westminster Presbyterian Cemetery, Mifflintown.
Viewing will be from 10 a.m. until the time of service, Saturday, at the funeral home.

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RICHFIELD, Bernard T. Kerstetter, of the Richfield Senior Living and Rehabilitation Center, Richfield and formerly of McAlisterville, died at 2:10 p.m. on Monday, September 2, 2013 at the center
Born on August 11, 1929 in Greenwood Township, Juniata County, he was a son of the late Morris F. and Jennie E. (Forry) Kerstetter. On May 9, 1953 he married his surviving wife, Caroline J. (Rapp) Kerstetter, with who he shared more than 60 years of marriage.
In addition to his wife he is survived by his children, Warren E. Kerstetter and his wife Cynthia, Bradley W. Kerstetter and his wife Melissa, Catherine K. Sieber and her husband Kenneth, all of McAlisterville, Rebecca A. Powley and her husband Dennis, Sr. of Plains, Montana; two brothers Glenn Kerstetter, of Millerstown, Ralph Kerstetter and his wife AnnaMae, of Mt. Pleasant Mills, and he leaves behind 4 grandchildren, Kelly Kerstetter, Jon Kerstetter, Evan Kerstetter and Erin Kerstetter and 2 great grandchildren, Rylie Kerstetter and Coltin Kerstetter.
One brother, Morris F. Kerstetter, Jr., one sister, Ruth E. Swartz and her husband Amos, and one sister-in-law, Hazel Kerstetter, preceded him in death.
Bernard was a 1947 graduate of Greenwood High School and a member of the Richfield United Methodist Church. He was also a former member of the Tennis Lodge F&AM, Thompsontown, Royal Arch Lodge, Newport, the Mahantango Grange, was a 7th Degree member of the PA State Grange and had served as a director of the Juniata County Conservation Board. In 1966 he was awarded the Juniata County District Outstanding Farmer Award.
Mr. Kerstetter was a life-long self-employed farmer who proudly served his country as a radio operator in the U.S. Army.
Being an avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed bird watching, hunting, fishing and camping with his family and friends. He also enjoyed going to watch football games and watching the Redskins and Penn State football teams play on TV. As was tradition, Bernard enjoyed making Bar-B-Q Chicken for family reunions.
The family would like to thank the many neighbors, friends and the caregivers at the Richfield Senior Living and Rehabilitation Center, who enriched his life.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2013 at 11 am from the Richfield United Methodist Church, Richfield with Pastor Ken Brown officiating. Interment will follow in the Richfield Union Cemetery, where the Juniata County Veterans Council will accord full military burial honors.
Viewing will be held from 6 – 8 p.m. on Friday, September 6, 2013, and from 10 a.m. until the time of service, Saturday, at the church.
For those who wish, memorial donations, in Mr. Kerstetter’s memory, may be made to the Richfield United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 206, Richfield, PA 17086.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 111 Westfall St., McAlisterville.

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MIFFLINTOWN, Tina I. Campbell, 46, of Mifflintown, died at 10:17 a.m. on Friday, September 6, 2013, at the M.S. Hershey Medical Center.
Born on March 11, 1967, in Lewistown, Mifflin County, she is the daughter of Lulabell (Devor) Campbell, of East Waterford and the late Norman W. Campbell. Her companion Calvin L. Boone, survives.
In addition to her mother and companion, she is survived by her step father George Shearer, of East Waterford, two children, Ashley Lauver, Cody A. Lauver, both of Mifflin, two brothers, Luketrail Campbell, and his wife Tina M., of Honey Grove, Howard B.J. Campbell and his wife Juanita, of East Waterford, a sister, Nancy Boone and her husband William F., of Mifflin, and she leaves behind three grandsons, Fabian X. Roque, Anthony Lauver, and Zander Weber.
She was a 1986 graduate of Juniata High School and had previously worked at McDonald’s, of Mifflintown.
Tina loved taking drives, camping and collecting dolphins; however, she cherished the time that she spent with her family, especially her three precious grandsons.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., on Thursday, September 12, 2013, from the Lack-Tuscarora EMS Building, 9320 Route 75 South, East Waterford. Interment will be private in the Upper Tuscarora Presbyterian Cemetery, Waterloo with the Rev. Randy Atherson and Rev. Marlin “Butch” Neil officiating.
For those who desire, memorial donations in Tina’s memory may be made to her step father George Shearer, to help defray funeral expenses, 1498 Campbell Hollow Road, East Waterford, PA 17021.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 100 Bridge St., Mifflintown.
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KEITH D. PORT

MT. PLEASANT MILLS, Keith D. Port, 52, of Mt. Pleasant Mills, died at 12:03 a.m., on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 at the Harrisburg Hospital.
Born on June 19, 1961, in Lancaster, Lancaster County he was a son of Mary (Flowers) Port Adame, of Manheim and the late Paul Port.
In addition to his mother he is survived by: two daughters, Michele L. Port, of New Holland, Crystal L. Port, of Manheim, a sister, Debbie Longenecker, a brother-in-law, Brian Longenecker, both of Mt. Pleasant Mills, a step-sister, Theresa Hoke and her husband Roy, of Elizabethtown, a step-father, Raymond Adame, of Manheim, maternal grandmother, Dorothy Flowers, of Mt. Pleasant Mills and he leaves behind four grandchildren, Landen Statts, Peyton Cranford, Joshua Winters, and Caleb Winters as well as, five nieces and nephews.
One brother, John Port, maternal grandfather, Elwood Flowers, and paternal grandparents Paul and Cecil Port, preceded him in death.
Mr. Port was a welder by trade and his last employment was with Daimler’s, New Bloomfield.
Keith had a passion for restoring cars, hunting and he enjoyed working on his grandparent’s farm.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, September 16, 2013, from the Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 111 Westfall St., McAlisterville, with Roger Henry officiating. Interment will private.
Viewing will be from 4 – 8 p.m. on Sunday, September 15, 2013 with family present from 6 – 8 p.m., at the funeral home.
Memorial donations to help defray the funeral expenses may be made, to the Juniata Valley Bank, P.O. Box 37, McAlisterville, PA 17049.

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MIFFLINTOWN, Betty K. Waughtel, 86, of Mifflintown, died at 12:46 a.m. on Sunday, September 15, 2013, in the Emergency Room of the Lewistown Hospital.
Born on August 26, 1927, in Walker Township, Juniata County, she was a daughter of the late Jacob H. and Kathryn A. (Haubert) Noss. Her husband Judson Waughtel preceded her in death on May 5, 1990.
She is survived by two sons, John Waughtel and his wife Doris, Gary Waughtel, all of Mifflintown, and she leaves behind one granddaughter, Rachael Brackbill and her husband Steven, of Mount Joy.
One son Jesse A. Waughtel, one daughter Carol A. Waughtel, and one granddaughter Michelle L. Waughtel preceded her in death.
Mrs. Waughtel had worked for over thirty years for Weis Markets of York.
Betty was a member of the Mexico United Presbyterian Church and was a person who truly loved her cats.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 18, 2013 from the Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 100 Bridge St., Mifflintown with the Rev. Crystal M. Lyde officiating. Interment will follow in Adams Cemetery, Mifflintown.
Viewing will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service on Wednesday at the funeral home.

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MIFFLINTOWN, Frank Neimond, Jr., 87, of the Bridges at Brookline, Mifflintown and formerly of Cocolamus, died at 10:58 a.m. on Thursday, September 19, 2013 at Brookline.
Born April 3, 1926 in Monroe Twp., Juniata County he was the son of the late Frank Neimond and Mazie (Frymoyer) Neimond-Auker. On June 21, 1944, he married Vivian M. (Hamilton) Neimond, with whom he shared more than 60 years of marriage, before she preceded him in death on September 9, 2004.
Surviving are his children, Daniel L. Neimond and his wife Donna, of Lewisburg, William F. Neimond and his wife Linda, of Mill Hall, Nancy L. Shirk and her husband Leister, of Gillett, Joyce M. Hart, of McAlisterville; and he leaves behind 11 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, 1 step great-grandchild and 1 step great-great-grandchild.
Preceding him in death are one son, Alan E. Neimond, one grandson, one great-grandson and he is the last of his generation, having been preceded in death by two sisters, Pauline Strawser and Ruth Apple.
Mr. Neimond was a member of Brown’s United Methodist Church, McAlisterville where he had served as a Sunday school teacher. He was also a 33rd Degree Mason belonging to the Tennis Lodge 371 F&AM, Thompsontown, and the Harrisburg Consistory.
In earlier life, Frank was a self-employed dairy farmer and farm machinery salesman for the local International Harvester/Case dealership. Later he started driving truck as a full time owner/operator until returning to the farm machinery dealership prior to his retirement.
Frank proudly served his country in the U.S. Army, during WW II.
He enjoyed hunting as well as watching baseball and football on TV, but he held his greatest joy for spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Wednesday, September 25, 2013 from the Brown’s United Methodist Church, Cocolamus with the Rev. Candace Arnold and Rev. Ronald E. Landis officiating. Interment will follow in Niemond’s Cemetery, Richfield where full military burial honors will be accorded by the Juniata County Veterans Council.
A viewing will be held from 4 – 8 p.m. with family present from 6 – 8 p.m. on Tuesday, September 24, 2013 at the Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 111 Westfall St., McAlisterville. There will be no viewing at the church on Wednesday.

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LEWISTOWN, Robert A. “Bob” Henry, Jr., 66, of Lititz, died at 11:19 a.m., on Tuesday, September 24, 2013 at the Golden Living Center, William Penn, Lewistown.
Born on March 19, 1947 in Derry Township, Mifflin County, he was a son of Violet (Shelley) Henry Rettew, of Lititz and the late Robert A. Henry, Sr. His wife, Gail (Hacker) Henry preceded him in death on April 13, 2006.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by one brother, Richard L. Henry and his wife, Lorrie, of Great Falls, Virginia, and he leaves behind two nephews.
Mr. Henry was a 1965 graduate of Hempfield High School and a graduate of Franklin & Marshall University. He retired with 25 years of service as a CPA for the PA Department of Revenue, Allentown.
Bob enjoyed hunting, fishing, attending public sales, and taking care of his two cats.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 28, 2013 from the Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 100 Bridge St., Mifflintown, with Donald W. “Saint” Prye officiating. Interment will follow in the Westminster Presbyterian Cemetery, Mifflintown.
Viewing will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service, Saturday, at the funeral home.
Online tributes and condolences may be extended to the family at www.brownfuneralhomesinc.com.

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MIFFLINTOWN, Doris E. Hench, 87, of Mifflintown died at 10:30 a.m. Friday, October 25, 2013, at the Lewistown Hospital.
Born on September 17, 1926, in Mifflintown, Juniata County, she was a daughter of the late Edward H. and Alva (Wise) Potter. On October 13, 1947, she married her husband, Cyrus M. “Nip” Hench, Sr. with whom she shared more than 48 years of marriage, until he preceded her in death on February 2, 1996.
Surviving are her children, Jean E. Huff, Brenda C. O’Neal and her husband Donnie, and Cyrus M. Hench, Jr. and his wife Melissa, all of Mifflintown; one sister, Shirley Hughey, of Honey Grove, and she leaves behind 8 precious grandchildren and 5 cherished, great grandchildren, whom she treasured.
One great granddaughter, Cassandra Paden, one granddaughter, Rhonda Casner, one brother, Gary Potter and three sisters, Jean Fry, Sadie Colyer, and Joan Ritchey, preceded her in death.
Mrs. Hench was a homemaker and a former member of Messiah Lutheran Church, Mifflintown.
Doris had many interests; including, watching the birds from her back porch, camping with her husband “Nip”, Penn State Football, the Pittsburgh Steelers, tending to her flowers and in earlier life, hunting. She also enjoyed the companionship of her yellow lab, Cherokee; however, the unconditional love she had for her family, was evident to everyone.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, October 29, 2013 from the Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 100 Bridge St., Mifflintown, with Pastor Casey Hostler officiating. Interment will follow in the Westminster Presbyterian Cemetery, Mifflintown.
Viewing will be from 10 a.m. until the time of service, Tuesday, at the funeral home.
For those who wish, memorial donations in Mrs. Hench’s memory, may be made to Heaven Bound Church, 5246 West River Road, Mifflintown, PA 17059.
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McALISTERVILLE, Kenneth N. Dressler, 96, of McAlisterville, died at 9:02 a.m., Sunday, October 27, 2013, at the Lewistown Hospital.
Born on August 16, 1917 in Fayette Township, Juniata County, he was the son of the late John E. and Viola P. (Davis) Dressler. On March 1, 1939, he married his wife, Mary E. (Colyer) Dressler, with whom he spent more than 57 years of marriage before she preceded him in death on August 4, 1996.
Surviving are a daughter, Mary Evelyn “Peach” Yeater and her husband C. Dean of McAlisterville, a daughter-in-law, Diane Dressler of Evendale, siblings, Esther Henry of Mifflintown, Helen McNemar of Van Dyke, Annabelle Gordon and her husband Ronald, Sam Dressler all of McAlisterville, Paul Dressler and his wife Mary Jane of Mifflintown, Ceylon “Dick” Dressler and his wife Betty of Harrisburg, Lawrence Dressler and his wife Shirley of Millerstown, and he leaves behind 4 grandchildren, Chris Dressler, Ryan Dressler, Allison Pyle, Lindsay Mehring, 14 great grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter.
One son, Kenneth D. Dressler, two grandsons, Daniel Yeater, Rev. Dr. Norman Yeater, one sister, Ruth Goodling, one brother, Simon Dressler, and a long time special friend, Jeanette Lukens preceded him in death.
He was a member of Bunkertown Church of the Brethren, Bunkertown, where he served as usher and recorder of attendance.
Mr. Dressler was employed for 39 years as a fireman at Standard Steel, Burnham until his retirement in 1981.
Ken enjoyed woodworking in his shop, hunting and fishing in later life. He also loved antique and classic cars. Many considered him a patent-less inventor however, his greatest enjoyment came from spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 31, 2013, from the Bunkertown Church of the Brethren, Bunkertown with Pastor Gregory Jones and Mr. Ronald Gordon officiating. Interment will follow in the Goodwill Cemetery, Bunkertown.
Viewing will be from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service, Thursday, at the church.
The family will provide all funeral flowers and kindly ask that memorial contributions in Mr. Dressler’s memory may be made to Juniata Meals on Wheels, P.O. Box 251, Mifflintown, PA 17059 or to Juniata County Food Pantry, P.O. Box 44, Mifflintown, PA 17059.
The family would like to thank the Bureau of Blindness and Visual Services, Altoona for providing Ken with a machine so that he could read his bible every day.

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MIFFLIN, Juliann T. Eaton, 80, of the Locust Grove Retirement Village and formerly of Honey Grove died at 4:20 a.m., on Friday, November 1, 2013 at the Village.
Born on February 19, 1933 in Lewistown, Mifflin County, she was a daughter of the late John S. and Josephine F. (Derr) Warner. In 1955, she married her surviving husband, Warren F. Eaton, Sr., with whom she shared nearly 58 years of marriage.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children, Warren F. Eaton, Jr. of Honey Grove, John A. Eaton and his wife Cathy, of Mifflintown, Theodore J. Eaton, of Honey Grove, Jeremy P. Eaton and his wife Tina, of McAlisterville, William S. Eaton, of Mifflintown, Joseph M. Eaton, of Honey Grove; siblings, Josh S. Warner and his wife Peggy, of East New Market, MD, Glenna C. Lauck and her husband Al, of Hurlock, MD, Fred C. Warner and his wife Helen, of MD, and she leaves behind six grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
One grandson, Derek J. Eaton, one brother, George D. Warner and one sister, Margaret Mary Warner preceded her in death.
Mrs. Eaton was a 1951 graduate of Fayette High School, McAlisterville and a member of the St. Jude’s Catholic Church, Mifflintown.
In earlier life, she worked as a telephone operator in Harrisburg and as a clerk for Leppert’s Five and Ten, Mifflintown, however she spent most of her life as a home maker.
Sending and receiving birthday and Christmas cards was a great joy to Juliann.
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 5, 2013, from the St. Jude’s Catholic Church, Mifflintown with the Rev. William M. Weary officiating. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Doylesburg.
Viewing will be held from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church.
The Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 100 Bridge St., Mifflintown has been entrusted with the arrangements.
For those who wish, memorial contributions in Mrs. Eaton’s memory may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Online tributes and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.brownfuneralhomesinc.com.

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HONEY GROVE, James D. “Jim” Palm, 64, of Honey Grove died at 5:48 a.m., on Saturday, November 2, 2013 at his family home where he was born, surrounded by his family, dogs and friend, Skinny.
Born on September 22, 1949 in Tuscarora Twp., Juniata County, he was a son of the late David E. and Mary E. (Walton) Palm. His wife of 39 years, Mona L. (Hellman) Palm, survives.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Brian E. Palm, Adam L. Palm and his wife Heather, Carman D. Palm, and their children, Zakery, Garret, Brooke, Emmalee and Waylon, all of Honey Grove; as well as a daughter, Kelly Fields and her husband Jason, and their children, Ryne, Hannah and Kayla, of Charleroi.
One brother, Ronald E. Palm, preceded him in death on April 9, 1994.
In earlier life, James was employed by Asplundh Tree Service and later Hazlett Tree Service for more than 32 years. Jim also owned and operated the Innfield Restaurant and Tavern, Mifflin.
Jim was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and always looked forward to his annual fishing trips to Canada; however, his greatest joy came from spending time with his kids, grandkids and his faithful dogs.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, November 6, 2013, from the Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 100 Bridge St., Mifflintown with Pastor John Walters officiating. Interment will follow in McCulloch’s Mills Cemetery.
Viewing will be held from 7- 9 p.m. on Tuesday, November 5, 2013 at the funeral home.
For those who wish, memorial contributions in Mr. Palm’s memory may be made to the Home Nursing Agency Health Care, 201 Chestnut Ave., P.O. Box 352, Altoona, PA 16603.
Online tributes and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.brownfuneralhomesinc.com.

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MIFFLINTOWN, M. Doris Long, 86, of Brookline Village, Mifflintown and formerly of East Waterford died at 1:35 a.m. Sunday, November 3, 2013, at the Village.
Born on February 5, 1927, in Turbett Twp., Juniata County, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Mary Jane (Calhoun) Koons. On April 5, 1947, she married her husband, Raymond F. Long, with whom she shared nearly 49 years of marriage, until he preceded her in death on January 21, 1996.
Surviving are her sons, Robert R. Long and his wife Debra, of Mechanicsburg, Dennis A. Long and his wife Belinda, of East Waterford and she leaves behind three grandchildren, Matthew Long, Kristen Long-Puleo and her husband Tony, and Kelsey Long.
She was the last of her generation, having been preceded in death by three brothers, Bill Koons, Wayne Koons, Harold “Buck” Koons and three sisters, Alma Elizabeth Clark, Viola “Polly” Swartz and Margaret Wentzel.
Mrs. Long was a member of the East Waterford United Presbyterian Church, where she was a member of the adult Sunday school class and the church’s Pollyanna group. Mrs. Long also belonged to the East Waterford Fire Company and was a charter member of the East Waterford Fire Company Auxiliary that was established on September 13, 1948.
From 1958 until 1987, Doris and her late husband owned and operated R.F. Long’s General Merchandise in East Waterford until entrusting the business to their son, Dennis.
Doris had a gift for baking, loved watching the Lawrence Welk Show and enjoyed going to all of the area’s festivals, with her husband. Since 2001, she was a cancer survivor, who cherished each additional day she had with her family.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 8, 2013 from the East Waterford United Presbyterian Church, with Rev. John C. Park officiating. Interment will follow in the East Waterford Cemetery.
Viewing will be from 7 – 9 p.m., Thursday, November 7, 2013 at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Mrs. Long’s memory may be made to the East Waterford United Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 174, East Waterford, PA 17021 or to the American Cancer Society, 324 S. Logan Blvd. Suite B., Burnham, PA 17009.
The Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 100 Bridge St., Mifflintown have been entrusted with the arrangements.
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Cullen Joseph Tusing was born on October 30, 2013 at 10:10 am at Harrisburg Hospital with anencephaly. Surrounded by family and in his mommy and daddy’s arms, he went to heaven to be with Jesus 8 hours later at 6:30 pm, just after the sun had set. He weighed 6 lbs. 14 oz. and was 19 inches long. He had tiny lips, a button nose, and dark blue eyes; big hands and feet which were baby soft.
Cullen is the first child and son of Joseph Sankey Tusing and Holly Nicole Tusing, and was a beautiful blessing to them; a precious gift from God. During his brief visit on earth, he cooed, hiccupped, blew bubbles and opened his eyes wide for his family and visitors to see. Immediate family was present to sing him Happy Birthday and Jesus Loves Me and read him one of his favorite books. His mommy and daddy, family, and friends snuggled him, kissed him, hugged him, and loved him every minute they had him. He was loved by all who met him, and those who didn’t, and will be greatly missed.
Cullen is also survived by his great-grandparents, Richard and Doris Sankey, Jack Winters, Patricia Yeakley, and Lourene Ciotola; grandparents, James and Donna Tusing and Deslan and Sherry Winters; his aunts and uncles, James and Kimberly Tusing and Eric and Jessica Winters; his cousins, Trey Tusing, Olivia Tusing and Jocelyn Winters.
Visitation will be held Thursday, November 7, 2013 at 10:00 am, with a memorial service at 11:30 am and fellowship meal to follow at East Salem United Methodist Church in East Salem, PA. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made in honor of Cullen Joseph Tusing to The Smallest Gift at 169 Woodridge Lane Northumberland, PA 17857. The Smallest Gift is a non-profit organization for families facing difficult pregnancies and infant loss.
Psalm 139: 13-14 – “For You formed my inward parts; You covered me in my mother’s womb. I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Marvelous are Your works, And that my soul knows very well.”
The Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 111 Westfall St., McAlisterville has been entrusted with the arrangements.
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MIFFLINTOWN, Robert Kreider, Sr., 66, of Mifflintown, died at 11:40 a.m. on Tuesday, November 5, 2013 at his home.
Born on June 24, 1947, in Fermanagh Twp., Juniata County, he was a son of the late Jennie (Kreider) Holley.
Surviving are his children, Robert Kreider, Jr. and his wife Karen, of Port Royal, Richard Kreider, of Mifflintown, Shawn Kreider and his wife Mary, of McAlisterville, Diane Kreider, of Richfield, two brothers, Joseph Holley, of McAlisterville, Pharus Holley, of Thompsontown and he leaves behind four grandchildren, Andrew Kreider, Brittany Kreider, Cade Kreider and Maci Kreider.
Preceding him in death were three siblings, Nancy L. Weiand, Harry Holley, Jr. and Gloria Jean Wentling.
Farming was a lifelong love for Robert as was fishing; however, his grandchildren were his reason to live.
Robert was a tenant farmer most of his life and also worked for Valley Proteins Inc., Mifflintown.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Friday, November 8, 2013 from the Oakland Mills Evangelical Methodist Church, with Rev. Franklin E. Trego officiating.
There will be no viewing; however, family will be present to receive friends from 2p.m. until the time of service, Friday, at the church.
For those who wish, memorial donations may be made in Mr. Kreider’s memory to the Oakland Mills Evangelical Methodist Church, 148 Leonard Road, Oakland Mills, PA 17076.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 111 Westfall St., McAlisterville.
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MIFFLINTOWN, Warren J. Cleck, 83, of Mifflintown, died at 8:01p.m. on Monday, November 4, 2013 at the Lewistown Hospital.
Born on May 19, 1930, in Fermanagh Twp., Juniata County, he was a son of the late Edward C. and Minnie M. (Clark) Cleck.
Surviving are his children, Graig L. Bedlyon, Sr., of Lewistown, Karen M. French and her husband Stephen, of Lewistown, Warren E. Cleck, of Baltimore, MD; two brothers, Charles E. Cleck and his wife Janet, Wade J. Cleck, all of Mifflintown; four sisters, Dorothy Regan, of Lancaster, Jean Miller, of Boyertown, Rhoda Allison and her husband James, of Mifflintown, Bonnie Suloff and her husband Dave, of Burnham; six grandchildren, Sherry Marshall, Graig Bedlyon, Jr., Bradley Bedlyon, John J. Shepps, Anthony Shepps, Matthew Shepps and nine great grandchildren, Ellie Rowe, Jasper, Sydney and Clara Shepps, Jamie, Dylan and Dakota Marshall, Olivia Bedlyon.
One sister, Letitia E. “Tish” Geedey, preceded him in death on August 29, 1995.
Mr. Cleck proudly served his country as a U.S Marine during the Korean War.
Warren was a past member of the Crawford-Brubaker VFW Post 5683, and a past member of the American Legion Post 298, both of Mifflintown.
In earlier life, he was employed as a lineman and later worked for E.C. Cleck & Son, Mifflintown, until retiring from T. R. Construction, Mifflintown.
A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, November 8, 2013 from the Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 100 Bridge St., Mifflintown with the Pastor Terry Smith officiating. Interment will follow in the Westminster Presbyterian Cemetery, Mifflintown, where the Juniata County Veterans Council will accord full military burial honors.
Viewing will be from 1 p.m. until the time of service, on Friday at the funeral home.
For those who wish, memorial donations may be made in Mr. Cleck’s memory to the Juniata County Veterans Council, P.O. Box 1, Mifflintown, PA 17059.
For online tributes and condolences, please visit www.brownfuneralhomesinc.com.

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MIFFLINTOWN, Dorothy F. “Doe” Swab, 73, of Mifflintown died at 4:14 a.m., on Friday, November 8, 2013 at her home.
Born July 5, 1940 in Port Royal, Juniata County she was a daughter of the late Fred C. and Margaret E. (Vawn) Wagner.
Surviving are her children, Lydia D. Beward and her husband Johnny, of Mifflintown, Larry A. Swab, Jr., of Port Royal, Brenda K. Fultz, of Mifflintown, Greg C. Swab, of Mifflin, Tracey E. Bryner and her husband Charles, of Port Royal, Jenny S. Swab, of Mifflintown; one brother, William Wagner and his wife Phyllis, of Port Royal, 11 grandchildren, 1 step grandchild, 7 great grandchildren and 2 step great grandchildren.
One daughter, Karen R. Swab, one sister, Shirley J. Michael and one son-in-law, Rick Fultz, preceded her in death.
She was a 1958 graduate of Tuscarora Valley High School, Port Royal and had attended Trinity United Methodist Church, Mifflin.
Dorothy was employed as an Avon Sales Representative for 33 years and she retired from the Juniata County School District as a lunch monitor at Mt. View Elementary School, Mifflin after 23 years of service.
“Doe” enjoyed crocheting, knitting and gardening; but her greatest joy came from attending all of her grandchildren’s sporting events.
Services will be held at 11:30 a.m., Monday, November 11, 2013 from the Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 100 Bridge St., Mifflintown with Chip Baumgardner officiating. Interment will follow in the Locust Run Cemetery.
Viewing will be held from 6 – 8 p.m. on Sunday, November 10, 2013 at the funeral home.
For those who wish, memorial donations, in Mrs. Swab’s memory, may be made to the Sun Home Health and Hospice, 61 Duke St., P.O. Box 232, Northumberland, PA 17857.

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HARRISBURG, Dorothy M. Williams, 85, of Perry Village, New Bloomfield, died at 4:44 p.m. on Monday, November 11, 2013, at the Harrisburg Hospital.
Born on October 12, 1928, in Fayette Township, Juniata County, she was a daughter of the late John R. and Mae (Weller) Keller.
Surviving are: a sister, Anna Mary (Keller) Henry, of Port Royal, her companion of 25 years, James Rupp, of Newport, one son Jim Watts, his wife Arlene and their children Harry and Hope, of Mexico, and she leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews.
One son, Rickie Wagner, four brothers, James Keller, Charles Keller, Harold Keller, Paul Keller, and one sister, Catherine Keller, preceded her in death.
Dorothy loved her cats and enjoyed sewing and woodcrafts.
In earlier life, she worked in a number of Juniata County clothing factories.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 14, 2013 from the Westminster Presbyterian Cemetery, Mifflintown with Mr. Donald W. “Saint” Prye officiating.
There will be no viewing.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Mrs. Williams’ memory may be made to the Humane Society of Harrisburg, 7790 Grayson Road, Harrisburg, PA 17111.

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