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10/14/2025

With tears mixed with joy, we announce that on October 11, 2025 at the age of 68, Carl David Wheeler entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior.

Carl lived a life that was passionate and was a faithful servant of the Lord.

Carl was born and raised in Masontown, PA, worked at his studio “Highland Photography”, taught Sunday School, led his Bible Study class, played bass guitar in his Christian band, all the while sending the message of God's love, kindness, forgiveness and redemption, everything being inspired by his faith.

Carl touched the lives of everyone who had the honor of knowing him. His warmth, his belief in his Lord and Savior, and his generous spirit will be remembered forever. He held an unwavering faith in God which he shared with those who surrounded him.

In Matthew, Chapter 5, vs.4 it states: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted”.

Carl was the son of Frank and Mildred Wheeler, who proceeded him in death; his Grandmother,
Anna Rodeheaver is also deceased.
He is survived by his wife Carole Schaum Wheeler with whom he recently celebrated his 48th wedding anniversary. Also, his sister Joann Sandruck and her husband Robert from Bluffton, S.C. His sister-in-law Marilyn Schaum Bilpuh and husband Joseph of Point Marion, sisters-in-law Renalda Schaum and Jackie Schaum, aunts Jean Netchi Fiani and Virginia Netchi and many dear nieces and nephews and cousins.

Visitation will be at the Carmichaels Methodist Church 104 West South Street Carmichaels Pa on Friday 10/17/25 from 4 to 8 pm. and from10 to 11 am Saturday morning 10/18/25 when a Celebration of Life begins at 11:00 am with Pastor Andrew Gump officiating.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Bernard M. Townsend Funeral Home 220 South Main Street Masontown, PA
“Please Note” there will be no visitation at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to either the Carmichaels Methodist Church or to Samaritans Purse.

09/08/2025

Dorcas Lorraine Upole, 87, of McClellandtown, died Sunday September 7 at Mt. Macrina Manor in Uniontown with her family by her side. She was born March 28, 1938, in Fairchance, Pa. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frederick Grimm and Dorcas (Harn) Grimm, her husband Frank Upole, and her son Mark Upole. Surviving are daughter-in-law, Jenny (Mark) Upole; daughter, Mandi (Scott) Cerullo; son, Marty (Christina) Upole; son, Mike (Leslie) Upole; son, Mickey (Kelley) Upole; and daughter, Mindy Graham; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister Shirley (Francis) Hutson and a brother Frederick (Kathy) Grimm, Jr., and several nieces and nephews.

Dorcas was a 1956 graduate of German Twp High School. She enjoyed spending time with her friends “The Posse”. She had an unwavering faith in God and was ready to go home. She loved her six children whom she referred to as her “M & M’s”

Family and friends will be received from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, September 10, and on Thursday September 11 from10 to 11 a.m. the hour of service in the BERNARD M. TOWNSEND FUNERAL HOME, 220 S. Main St., Masontown, Pa., with Sandy Townsend officiating. Interment will follow at the Church Hill Cemetery in McClellandtown.

05/24/2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of William (Bill) Henry Riffle Jr in the late evening of May 18, 2025, at the age of 72.

Bill is preceded in death by his parents William and Evelyn (Parker) Riffle and his wife Patricia (Snyder) Riffle.

He is survived by his sister Bonny (Dale) Seese along with their son and Bill's nephew Justin Seese; his daughter Marisa (Eric) Springer, and son Craig (Amanda) Riffle. Bill had three grandsons that he loved with his whole heart - Kaden and Easton Springer and Nolan Riffle, all of whom referred to him as "Bull".

Bill spent his time retired from Kennametal doing all the things he loved - hunting, cutting grass, planting and caring for his garden, and being outside. Bill's favorite thing of all was spending time with his grandsons, which he did most weekends.

In honoring Bill's wishes, the family has decided to not have a service at this time.

04/29/2025

A hot cup of coffee, lively polkas, Hallmark movies, and mowing the grass, along with her four sons, and ten grandchildren—these were the joys that marked the full and blessed life of Pauline Ann Diamond.
Pauline Ann Diamond, lovingly known as Polly Ann to her friends, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, April 28, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was 84 years old.
Born Pauline Ann Brajdic on March 19, 1941, to Frank and Eva Brajdic, Polly was one of 13 children. She is survived by her twin sister Roseann Miller, her older sister Betty Lou Vensko, and brothers Tommy and Richie Brajdic.
While she was PollyAnn to friends; to her family and to many who passed through the family farm, she was simply "Grandma"— a title she wore with immense pride and joy. Her kitchen table was a place of welcome for all who entered her home, a reflection of her deep kindness and generous heart.
Polly Ann grew up a city girl in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, but her life took a different turn when she married a hardworking farmer, Alvin Diamond of Smithfield, on August 11, 1962. They shared a devoted marriage of 58 years until Alvin’s passing in 2020.
Though she began life in the city, Polly was a tomboy at heart, a fact made clear by her deep love for farm life. She never cared much for dresses, preferring instead the work boots and tasks that came with helping run the farm—feeding calves, driving tractors, and especially mowing the grass, a chore she truly loved.
Her mornings often started with baking pies before heading to the barn for chores, always back home by noon to have a hot meal ready for her family.
Her greatest treasures in life were her four sons—until her grandchildren arrived and gave her even more reasons to smile. Polly leaves behind her sons and their wives: Louie (Gail), Paul (Beverly), Joe (BettyLynn), and Douglas (Acela); along with her cherished ten grandchildren: Rachel, Jesse, Luke, Katie, Emily (Jeff), Trudy, Alexandra, Felisha, Zacharias, and Hope. Her family continues to grow, as she also looked forward to welcoming a new great-grandson very soon.
We would like to give a very special thanks to the hospice nurses and aids who gave Polly such loving care, and to Linda Diamond for supporting us as we cared for grandma at home.
Thank you to Wendy Baker “the troublemaker” for caring for grandma every day. You brought such kindness and joy into her life. You helped her to smile every day, and we will be forever grateful to you for the loving care you gave to her.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Polly's life during visitation on Thursday, May 1, at the Bernard Townsend Funeral Home in Masontown, Pennsylvania, from 2:00–4:00 PM and 6:00–8:00 PM. An additional visitation will be held Friday May 2, from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at 11:00 AM at Fairview Church of the Brethren 1022 Fairview Hill Rd, Masontown, PA

02/16/2025

Ruth (Rue) Marie Opel Momeyer of Masontown, Pa. passed away peacefully with her family at her side, on Saturday, February 15, 2025. Rue was born August 4, 1927 to Carrie (Wiley) and Daniel Opel in Lamberton, Pa. She was predeceased by her husband Carl Momeyer, Son Carl Jr., Siblings. Margaret Opel, Mildred (Mil) Livingston, Kenneth Opel, Betty (Bet) Townsend, Robert Opel, Rev. Carl (Bout) Opel, Charles (Son) Opel, Rita O'Brien, Richard Opel and Ronald Opel. Rue married her childhood friend, Carl Momeyer in 1948 and had 4 beloved children. She is survived by her children Carrie Lou Nutter of Masontown PA, Danny Gene (Sherry) Momeyer, and Darlene Rizo. Grandchildren Neil, Keith, Ryan, Lonnie, Melanie, Amber, Chris and Nathan, 13 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren, all of California. Sibling Danny (Kathleen) Opel of Uniontown PA.
Rue was a woman of unwavering faith in Jesus, and shared her deep relationship with God to her family and friends. She loved going to church and would dress up for church each Sunday, then enjoy a day of rest. During the week, she would frequently be heard singing old hymns while doing chores. She emanated her sense of contentment and stability. Her faith gave her courage to move in 1962 from her hometown, Lambert PA to Sacramento, California. There she had her youngest child Carl, and continued to raise her family. Rue mustered her courage and rose to meet challenges. She held onto her faith and was always willing to lend a hand to someone in need. Rue wanted nothing more than to have a close and loving family. She was deeply inspired by her mother, whom she often regarded as a saint. Rue was a kind and generous person who would give you the coat off of her back and feed you until you were full, whether she knew you or not. Rue had strong values regarding education, cleanliness "next to godliness", and a sense of modesty juxtaposed with a sense of fashion. She loved baking and cooking. She would put at least a four course meal on the table each evening, which was made with love and served family style. She loved to sew, crochet, embroider and even learned to shoot a gun, take it apart and put it back together. She had an interesting character and was fun to be with. May she rest in peace with our Lord, Jesus. She will be missed, held with love and cherished in memories. Friends and family may be received at the Bernard M Townsend Funeral Home 220 South Main St Masontown On February 18, 2025 from 3pm to 6 pm the hour of service.

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