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     His Social Security Number was 180-26-2993.⁹ William Howard Motter was buried at North Forest Cemetery, Marienville, Forest Co., Pennsylvania.^1,2,4 He was born on April 12, 1933 at Clarington, Forest Co., Pennsylvania.^9,1,2,3,10,4 He married Rosalyn Jill Hilyer on June 15, 1962.^4,11 William Howard Motter died on August 16, 1999 at Marienville, Forest Co., Pennsylvania, at age 66.^{12,9,1,2,10,4}

     Robert Lee Himes Jr. was buried at Mount Tabor Cemetery, Sigel, Jefferson Co., Pennsylvania.² He married Winnie Unknown.¹ Robert Lee Himes Jr. was born on June 6, 1947 at Brookville, Jefferson Co., Pennsylvania.² He died on January 9, 2019 at Brookville, Jefferson Co., Pennsylvania, at age 71.² He Robert "Robbie" Lee Himes Jr., of Brookville, Pa., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 9, 2019, at the Jefferson Manor in Brookville, Pa. He was born on June 6, 1947, to Robert Lee Sr. and Loleta (Motter) Himes in Brookville, Pa; Robert Sr., survives him, his mother preceded him in passing. Robbie served his country honorably as a member of the United States Army, he served active duty during the Vietnam War. Throughout the years, Robbie kept in touch with his military comrades, meeting up periodically. He enjoyed going out for coffee with his family and friends. He spent years as a truck driver and then worked with PennDOT as a heavy equipment operator until the end of his career. He was a member of the Brookville American Legion and once a member of the Summerville Fire Company. Robbie loved riding his Goldwing motorcycle and his UTV. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and traveling. In addition to his father, Robert is survived by seven children: Joseph (Evy) Himes, Pamela Skinner, Christina (Dennis) Freeman, Deanna (James) Ishman, Robert Lee III (Carisa) Himes, David Himes, and James (Nichole) Himes; five siblings: Gerald (Shirley) Himes, Michael (Karen) Himes, Samuel (Kathy Rahuba) Himes, Stephen (Carol) Himes, and Mary (Richard "Lee") Greeley; nineteen grandchildren; eighteen great grandchildren; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Family and friends will be received on Monday, January 14, 2019, from 2 – 4 p.m. and 6 – 8 p.m., at the McKinney – d'Argy Funeral Home ltd, 345 Main St, Brookville, PA 15825. A funeral service will take place on Tuesday, January 15, 2019, also at the funeral home, beginning at 11:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Mt. Tabor Cemetery, Eldred Twp., Jefferson Co., PA. on January 15, 2019.²

     Carolyn June McKinney Carolyn June (McKinney) Motter, 80, of Brookville, PA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 7, 2018, at the McKinley Health Center in Brookville, PA. She was born on June 28, 1938, in Sligo, PA, to the late John D. and Zelma A. (McGinnis) McKinney. She graduated from Union Joint in Rimersburg with the class of 1956, and then earned her degree in Elementary Education from Clarion College, graduating with the class of 1960. On August 3, 1963, she married F. Clair Motter; after fifty-five years of loving companionship, Clair survives her. He was the love of her life and her best friend. She worked as a teacher and in 1973 they bought the Cook Forest Motel, Cabin, and Sports Center; they owned this establishment until selling it in 2001. Carolyn was a member of the Presbyterian Church in Brookville, PA, and she was also a long-time member of the Brookville Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star #320. She devoted many hours to her church performing service in the capacities of Elder, Deacon, and a volunteer. She volunteered for many years at the McKinley Health Center where she was lovingly known as “The Candy Lady”. She enjoyed her family, including her nieces and nephews, winters in Florida with her husband, the “Topperware” group and Supper Club. Carolyn’s greatest joy was her children and grandchildren. She was consistently a spectator at all her grandchildren’s sporting events. She also enjoyed reading, attending the parades in Virginia Beach at the Shriner’s Convention, Facebooking on her kindle, crafting, painting, ceramics, and simply having a good time. She was a very generous person, always fun loving and very funny. Her thoughtful nature and giving personality will be remembered by all those who had the privilege of knowing this sweet, sweet lady. In addition to her husband, Carolyn is survived by one son; Kevin Motter of Brookville, PA; one daughter; Karen (David) Ray of Brookville, PA; one sister; Dolores Kinkead of Wichita, KS; one sister-in-law; Marilyn McKinney, who was her “big sister”, of Warren, PA; one brother-in-law; Bob Himes of Brookville, PA; two granddaughters; Heather Motter of Delaware; Amanda Ray of Erie, PA; three grandsons; Brandon Motter of Brookville, PA; Aaron Ray of Virginia; Seth Ray of Grove City, PA; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. In addition to her parents, Carolyn is preceded in death by two brothers; Karle D. McKinney, Donald McKinney; and one sister; Marion McNaughton. Family and friends will be received on Sunday, November 11, 2018, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the McKinney – d’Argy Funeral Home, ltd, 345 Main St., Brookville, PA, 15825. An Order of Eastern Star service will take place on Sunday at 4:00 p.m. On Monday, November 12, 2018, another hour of viewing will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. also at the Funeral Home. A funeral service will then take place at the Presbyterian Church in Brookville, PA, beginning at 11:00 a.m., officiated by Pastor Nathan Royster. Interment will take place at the Mount Tabor Cemetery, Eldred Twp., Jefferson County, PA.² She was buried at Mount Tabor Cemetery, Sigel, Jefferson Co., Pennsylvania.² She was born on June 28, 1938 at Sligo, Clarion Co., Pennsylvania.² As of August 3, 1963,her married name was Motter.¹ She married Frank Clair Motter, son of Frank Marvin Motter and Roberta Lucille Whitehill, on August 3, 1963 at Sligo, Clarion Co., Pennsylvania.^1,2 Carolyn June McKinney died on November 7, 2018 at Brookville, Jefferson Co., Pennsylvania, at age 80.²

     Mildred Kathryn "Millie" Motter was buried at Forest Avenue Cemetery, Angola, Erie Co., New York.⁶ She Mildred K. "Millie" Rankus (Motter), of Angola, NY entered into rest Saturday, September 3, 2016, age 85. Beloved wife of the late George S. Rankus; dearest mother of Marve (Sue) Rankus and the late William (Cindy) Rankus; Sister of Claire (Carolyn) Motter also pre deceased by 3 brothers and two sisters; grandmother of Lindsay (Matt), Scott, Katie and Luke; great grandmother and “Choo Choo” to McKenzie, Emerson and Matthew; survived by many nieces and nephews.³ Her married name was Rankus.⁵ She married George Samuel Rankus.^5,3 Mildred Kathryn "Millie" Motter was born in 1931 at Pennsylvania.^2,6 She died on September 3, 2016 at Angola, Erie Co., New York.³

     His Social Security Number was 172-16-3390.⁶ George Samuel Rankus was buried at Forest Avenue Cemetery, Angola, Erie Co., New York.³ He married Mildred Kathryn "Millie" Motter, daughter of Frank Marvin Motter and Roberta Lucille Whitehill.^1,2 George Samuel Rankus was born on August 15, 1921 at Reynoldsville, Jefferson Co., Pennsylvania.^6,4,5,7 He died on May 27, 1987 at New York at age 65.^6,7

     George Melvin Eshbaugh was buried at Shannondale Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Redbank Township, Union Co., Pennsylvania.¹ His Social Security Number was 211-01-9972.³ He was born on June 5, 1901 at Clarion Co., Pennsylvania.^1,3,2 He married Hazel I. Whitehill, daughter of William A. Whitehill and Martha Arathusia Porter, circa 1923.^1,4 George Melvin Eshbaugh died on February 23, 1984 at Pennsylvania at age 82.^1,3

     Her Social Security Number was 534-09-1049.⁵ Jean Isabelle Gallant was born on December 8, 1912 at King Co., Washington.^2,5,6 As of October 8, 1936,her married name was Goe.³ She married Walter Wrenn Goe on October 8, 1936 at Seattle, King Co., Washington.³ As of February 14, 1946,her married name was Bruton.³ Jean Isabelle Gallant married Marvin O. Bruton on February 14, 1946 at King Co., Washington.³ Jean Isabelle Gallant died on June 4, 1977 at Alameda Co., California, at age 64.⁶

     Her Social Security Number was 534-01-2559.⁶ Elizabeth Gallant was born on August 31, 1917 at King Co., Washington.^2,6 As of September 3, 1938,her married name was Wilson.³ She married Robert Glen Wilson on September 3, 1938 at Seattle, King Co., Washington.^5,3 Elizabeth Gallant died on March 20, 2009 at Washington at age 91.⁶

     His Social Security Number was 533-14-6034.⁴ Marvin O. Bruton was born on July 24, 1921 at Berkeley, Alameda Co., California.^2,3,5,6,4 He married Jean Isabelle Gallant, daughter of Charles Howard Gallant and Georgina Young, on February 14, 1946 at King Co., Washington.¹ Marvin O. Bruton died on July 7, 1986 at St. Louis Co., Minnesota, at age 64.^5,6

     John Howard "Jack" Gallant was buried at Saint Peter Lutheran Cemetery, Clinton, Island Co., Washington.³ His Social Security Number was 534-05-1291.⁸ He was born on May 3, 1918 at Seattle, King Co., Washington.^3,8,4 He married Zoe Anne Vickers on April 8, 1949 at Seattle, King Co., Washington.^9,6 John Howard "Jack" Gallant died on February 16, 1984 at Seattle, King Co., Washington, at age 65.^3,5

     His Social Security Number was 538-18-6286.⁵ Richard Gilbert Gallant Jr. was buried at Restlawn Memory Gardens, 201 Oak Grove Road NW, West Salem, Polk Co., Oregon.⁶ He was born on February 24, 1925 at Seattle, King Co., Washington.^4,7 He married Phyllis Gayle Solberg on December 31, 1960 at Deschutes Co., Oregon.⁸ Richard Gilbert Gallant Jr. died on December 17, 1993 at Salem, Marion Co., Oregon, at age 68.^5,2