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     Vivian Jane Merryman Fravel was buried at Liberty Baptist Cemetery, Blanchard, Centre Co., Pennsylvania.³ She was born on September 19, 1922 at Beech Creek, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.³ As of July 14, 1940,her married name was Kunes.¹ She married William Henry Kunes, son of Walter Morris Kunes and Mary E. Johnson, on July 14, 1940 at Milesburg, Centre Co., Pennsylvania.^1,2,3 Vivian Jane Merryman Fravel died on June 29, 2016 at Beech Creek, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania, at age 93.³ She Vivian Fravel Kunes, 93, of Beech Creek, departed this life on Wednesday, June 29, 2016, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born Sept. 19, 1922, in Beech Creek, the daughter of Catherine Merryman. She was raised by her grandparents, Rosie and Irwin Fravel. On July 14, 1940, she married the love of her life, William (Bill) Kunes of Beech Creek, who preceded her in death. Vivian was a very active member of Liberty Baptist Church in Blanchard. She was a charter member of the Beech Creek Blanchard Ladies’ Fireman’s Auxiliary, the Beech Creek Legion, and the Beech Creek Friendship Community Center. She also was involved with the Senior Cheer Club and Ladies’ Friendship Circle. She was employed at various businesses: Sylvania, Piper and Crow’s Diner. From 1960 to 1973 she and Bill owned and operated Viv & Bill’s Restaurant in Beech Creek. Vivian enjoyed spending time with her family and crocheting. She also enjoyed selling knives and other items at various bazaars. Along with her husband, she was preceded in death by eight sisters and brothers, son Garry, daughter Barbara Young and son-in-law Dave Wian. She is survived by a daughter-in-law, Juanita Kunes; daughters Nancy (Terry) Hendricks, Trudy (Eddie) Weaver, Mary Wian, Dretta (Kevin) Andrews; and son-in-law Don (Karen) Young; and brothers Arden and Jay Merryman. She has 14 grandchildren, 27 great-great-grandchildren and several great-great-grandchildren. Visitation and services will be Tuesday, July 5, 2016, from 4 to 6 p.m. with Pastor Chris Davis and Rev. Alan S. Eckenroad officiating at the Liberty Baptist Church, Blanchard, with service to follow at 6 p.m. Burial will be at Baptist Cemetery, Blanchard, at the family’s convenience. on July 1, 2016.³

     Garry Gene Kunes Garry G. Kunes, 73 of Snow Shoe, passed away Friday, May 30, 2014 at his home with his family by his side. He was born on January 4, 1941 in Beech Creek, the son of the late William Kunes and Vivian Kunes of Beech Creek. He was married to his wife of 47 years Juanita Kunes who survives at home. Garry served as the Centre Co. Sheriff for two terms and retired from Rockview Correctional Institute. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Marines. Garry enjoyed traveling, farming, and anything to do with the outdoors. He loved playing cards particularly poker. He enjoyed hunting and spending time with his family and grandchildren. He was a member of the Clarence Moose, Clarence Legion, and he was also a member of the Fraternal Order of Police. Along with his wife and mother, he is survived by two sons; Kent (Linda) Wood of Hamilton, VA, and Garry G. (Codie) Kunes II of Snow Shoe, four sisters; Nancy Hendricks, Trudy Weaver, Mary Wian, and Dretta Andrews. He was preceded by a sister Barbara Young. He is also survived by five grandchildren; Connor & Dana Wood, Erin, Garren, and Shane Kunes. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.⁴ He was born on January 4, 1941 at Beech Creek, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.^3,4 He married Juanita Kay Combs on February 23, 1967 at Winchester, Virginia.³ Garry Gene Kunes died on May 30, 2014 at Snow Shoe, Centre Co., Pennsylvania, at age 73.⁴

     Her Social Security Number was 180-44-3814.⁵ Barbara Colleen Kunes was born on December 25, 1952 at Lock Haven, Clinton Co., Pennsylvania.^1,5 As of November 26, 1971,her married name was Young.¹ She married Donald Eugene Young on November 26, 1971 at Blanchard, Centre Co., Pennsylvania.^1,2,3 Barbara Colleen Kunes died on May 30, 2012 at age 59.⁵