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Clifford Demarest Hawn, 56, went to join the Lord unexpectedly at his home, The Deforrest Apartments, 400 9th Street, Huntingdon, Pa. at 9:30 a.m. on June 26, 2008.
Born January 1, 1952 in Rome, New York, he was the son of Dr. Harold and Eleanore Hawn, 724 Warm Springs Ave., Huntingdon, Pa.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by a sister, Lyndsey Hawn of Deland, Fl.; two aunts, Jeanette Rumberger and Joyce Parks, both of Huntingdon and a cousin, William Rumberger of Huntingdon.
Clifford was a graduate of Maury High School, in Norfolk, Va. as a body repair specialist. He also graduated from a truck driving school in Richmond and drove trucks for trucking companies in Richmond and Norfolk. He then served as a night watchman and guard for Stoneman, Inc. He then transferred to the venting company that served the Norfolk Navel Base.
Clifford served for a number of years as a member of the First United Methodist Church in Huntingdon both as a choir member and Secretary for the Sunday school. He enjoyed playing his flute and guitar, and was very active in singing and playing in choirs of the First Methodist Church and Emmanuel Baptist Church in Tyrone.
There will be no public viewing. Graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family at the Centre County Memorial Park, State College with Pastor Jack Wiley of the Emmanuel Baptist Church in Tyrone officiating.
Memorial contributions can be made in his name to the Emmanuel Baptist Church, 9 West 10th St., Tyrone, Pa. 16686.
A guest book can be signed at www.heintzelmanfuneralhome.com.

Chester H. “Chet” Collier, 80 of Bellwood died unexpectedly Thursday afternoon, June 26, 2008 at Altoona Regional Health System, Altoona Hospital Emergency Department.
He was born in Antis Township on July 2, 1927, a son of the late Chester E. and Grace L. (Yohn) Collier.
He married GeorgeAnna Cramer on October 16, 1950 in Winchester, VA. She died September 3, 2003.
Surviving are a daughter: Karen E. Gibbons and husband, Kenneth of Bellwood; sons: Michael B and C. Timothy and wife, Kari all of Bellwood; grandchildren:
Sharon A. and David M. Gibbons, Danielle G., Timmy B. and Karissa N. Collier; a brother: H. James Collier of Grazierville; and sister: Nancy McCahan of Tipton.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Phyllis Allen.
Chet retired in 1992 as daylight supervisor at WestVaco, Tyrone with forty three years and eleven months of service.
He was a Navy veteran serving during World War II.  He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Bellwood.
Chet was a life member of the John M. Anderson American Legion, Bellwood.
He enjoyed fishing in Canada, hunting and vegetable gardening.
He was especially proud of the accomplishments of his children and grandchildren.
Chet was greatly loved and will be sadly missed by his family and friends.
Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., Sunday, June 29, 2008 and from 10 to 11 a.m., Monday, June 30 at Jon C. Russin Funeral Home, Bellwood.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, June 30, 2008 at the funeral home with Rev. Dr. Robert Ludrowsky officiating.
Interment will be at Blair Memorial Park, Antis Township.
Contributions in Chet’s memory may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, Bellwood.

On June 9-11 the Tyrone Area FFA attended the PA FFA State Summer Convention held at Penn State University. Each day students attended Convention Sessions and participated in State Competitions called Career Development Events (CDE’s). Tyrone members placing in Ag Mechanics were Andrew Clark – 1st, Luke Christine – 3rd, Mike DelBaggio – 4th and Jamie Thompson – 21st. Placing in the poultry category were Denis Thompson – 30th, Kristen Moore – 37th, Sam Walls – 38th and Mark McMonagle – 41st. Pictured above is the Ag Mechanics Team holding their Plaques which were handed out at the awards ceremony on Thursday. They are, from left: Andrew Clark, Mike DelBaggio, Jamie Thompson and Luke Christine. Below are students at the Penn State lion statue, including, in front: Kristen Moore and Samantha Walls. In back: Andrew Clark, Denis Thompson, Jamie Thompson, Luke Christine, Mark McMonagle and Mike DelBaggio. (Courtesy photo)

Tyrone Community Day is right around the corner and the Chicken Barbecue tickets are due to go on sale July 7, 2008 and will be available at the Tyrone Chamber and other local businesses.
The Tyrone Community Day is scheduled to be held at DelGrosso’s Amusement Park on Friday, August 1, 2008 where everyone in the community is invited. Please note that advanced barbecue tickets are first come first serve, but as long as residents attend early, there should be no problem.
This year the Joshua House will present a Mini-Golf Tournament open to all ages from Kindergarten to 2008 Graduates of Tyrone Area High School. There will be three divisions split accordingly from K through fifth grade, sixth through ninth grade and ninth through 12th grade.
Albemarle is sponsoring the free all-day ride and slide pass from 10:30 a.m. until 6 p.m. next to the main ticket plaza-adjacent to Murf’s patio. Don’t miss out on the free rides!
Around 2 p.m., children’s games will be held at the center of the park.
From 5 to 6:30 p.m., the chicken barbecue will be held and it is a first come, first serve basis.
For the All-Class Reunion, bring out the yearbooks to Pavilion No. 2 from 4 to 6 p.m. where everyone can look back at the familiar faces that graduated together. Have a blast from the past at Pavilion No. 2 and remember the good times.
At 6 p.m., a Tyrone Talent Search is looking for more entrants and some more comedians. Admission is free and prizes will be delivered to the best performance and overall crowd control. The best performance means $100 in cash, so don’t miss out on a great way to earn a couple bucks!
Of course, the best is for last. The Tyrone Community Raffle will take place after the talent show where several donated prizes from around the area will be raffled off to conclude the community day. To donate an item and have the raffle item submitted and displayed, register at Gardner’s, the Tyrone Chamber or the Daily Herald by July 2 through July 25.
All sponsors are thanked for their support throughout the commitment in putting together Tyrone Community Day at DelGrosso’s Park this August.
For more information, please visit the following: Joshua House, Tyrone Municipal Building, Tyrone Chamber or Tyrone Herald.

Mr. Robert L. Dick, age 72, of 212 W. 10th Street, Tyrone, died Thursday, June 26, 2008 at 12:47 a.m. at the Tyrone Hospital. He was born November 18, 1935 in Hollidaysburg, the son of Harvey and Myra McGee Dick. On October 14, 1958 he was married to Pamela White who survives. Also surviving are three children: Robin Reese, Robert L. Jr. and fiancee Melissa, and David L. and wife Sherry, all of Tyrone; and three grandchildren – Carly and Cody Reese and Robbi Dick, and a step-grandson Mason, all of Tyrone. He was the last of his immediate family.
Bob served in the US Navy during the Korean conflict. He had been employed as a truck loader in the Finishing Department at Westvaco, retiring in 1999 after 28 years service. He enjoyed sitting on his front porch with his dog Buddy and greeting his friends and family. Bob’s favorite expression was “Hang in there…20 years from now you’ll never know the difference.”
Private funeral service and interment will be held at the convenience of the family with Reverend Susan Halverstadt officiating. Interment will be in Bald Eagle Cemetery. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Church of the Good Shepherd, 1650 Clay Avenue, Tyrone, PA 16686.