Florence Mae Rossman1
F, #60126, b. 1919, d. 2023
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Birth | Florence Mae Rossman was born in 1919.1 |
| Death | She died in 2023.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Florence Mae Rossman has the reference number 60126.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
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Citation Detail: Grave for PICK, LARRY WARREN in North Bend Cemetery, North Bend, Clinton County, Pennsylvania, USA; , Birth Date: 28 December 1942, Birth Place: Lock Haven, Clinton County, Pennsylvania, USA, Death Date: 19 October 2006, Death Place: Renovo, Clinton County, Pennsylvania, USA; Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/222430946/larry_warren-pick: accessed 25 Aug 2026), memorial page for Larry Warren Pick (28 Dec 1942–19 Oct 2006), Find a Grave Memorial ID 222430946, citing North Bend Cemetery, North Bend, Clinton County, Pennsylvania, USA; Maintained by MeshaMarie (contributor 49129688).; Record ID: 222430946,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 25 August 2026, using the Page Service: Find a Grave; Page Host: findagrave.com; Page Title: "Larry Warren Pick (1942-2006) - Find a Grave Memorial"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/222430946. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Don Alan Dowling1
M, #60127, b. 1 September 1947, d. 22 November 1947
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Birth | Don Alan Dowling was born on 1 September 1947 in Renovo, Clinton, Pennsylvania, USAG.1 |
| Death | He died on 22 November 1947, in Renovo, Clinton, Pennsylvania, USAG. Note: Age: 2 months; Renovo Hospital.1 |
| Burial | He was buried on 25 November 1947 in Jersey Shore, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG, Jersey Shore Cemetery; Memorial ID: 209818658.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1947
Birth
1 September 1947 | Renovo, Clinton, Pennsylvania, USAG 1947
Residence
Before 22 November 1947 | North Bend, Clinton, Pennsylvania, USAG
Events - Death & Burial
19470
Death
22 November 1947 | Renovo, Clinton, Pennsylvania, USAG Don Alan Dowling died on 22 November 1947, in Renovo, Clinton, Pennsylvania, USA
G. Note: Age: 2 months; Renovo Hospital.
Cause: Labor pneumonia, 4 days
1947
Burial
25 November 1947 | Jersey Shore, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG He was buried on 25 November 1947 in Jersey Shore, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
G, Jersey Shore Cemetery; Memorial ID: 209818658.
Facts - Non-Chronological
Race
Don Alan Dowling was shown as White.
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Don Alan Dowling has the reference number 60127.
| Ethnicity | 50.00% American 50.00% No 'National Origin' data found for this person |

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Don Alan Dowlinf Deathj Certificate 1947, Pennsylvania; Kindly shared on Find a Grave by Storres Myers on 6 May 2020
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Citation Detail: Grave for DOWLING, DON ALAN in Jersey Shore Cemetery, Jersey Shore, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; , Birth Date: 1 September 1947, Birth Place: Renovo, Clinton County, Pennsylvania, USA, Death Date: 22 November 1947, Death Place: Renovo, Clinton County, Pennsylvania, USA; Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/209818658/don_alan-dowling: accessed 25 Aug 2026), memorial page for Don Alan Dowling (1 Sep 1947–22 Nov 1947), Find a Grave Memorial ID 209818658, citing Jersey Shore Cemetery, Jersey Shore, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Maintained by Storres Myers (contributor 47093371).; Record ID: 209818658,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 25 August 2026, using the Page Service: Find a Grave; Page Host: findagrave.com; Page Title: "Don Alan Dowling (1947-1947) - Find a Grave Memorial"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/209818658. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Ann Ellen Divine1
F, #60128, b. 6 December 1911, d. 11 January 1976
Pedigree Link
Partner: John Lewis Fay (b. 3 September 1905, d. 8 January 1972)
Children:
Vital Facts
| Birth | Ann Ellen Divine was born on 6 December 1911 in Cogan House Township, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG.1 |
| Marriage | She and John Lewis Fay were married before 1938. |
| Marriage | She and Leslie David Dowling were married in 1955.1 |
| Death | She died on 11 January 1976, in Montgomery, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG. Note: Age: 64.1 |
| Burial | She was buried after 11 January 1976 in Jersey Shore, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG, Jersey Shore Cemetery; Plot: M 1288-8; Memorial ID: 223771406.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1911
Birth
6 December 1911 | Cogan House Township, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG 1938
Before 1938
Birth on 3 September 1905 | Pennsylvania, USA
Death: on 8 January 1972
1955~44
1955
Age ~49
Birth on 27 April 1906 | English Center, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
Death: on 3 February 1978 | Montgomery, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
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Death
11 January 1976 | Montgomery, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG Ann Ellen Divine died on 11 January 1976, in Montgomery, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
G. Note: Age: 64.
1976
Burial
After 11 January 1976 | Jersey Shore, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG She was buried after 11 January 1976 in Jersey Shore, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
G, Jersey Shore Cemetery; Plot: M 1288-8; Memorial ID: 223771406.
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Ann Ellen Divine has the reference number 60128.
Find a Grave Obituary as at 25 August 2026:-
Ann's sister Mabel was Leslie Dowling first wife.
Ann also has a brother Elmer Devine 1914-2011.
Another brother Leonard F. Devine 1910-1927 FAG # 143339754
Gravesite Details
Ann's headstone is the same stone as her husband Les. But her inscription is on the back side on the stone. This was the 2nd marriage for both.

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Citation Detail: Grave for DOWLING, ANN ELLEN in Jersey Shore Cemetery, Jersey Shore, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; , Birth Date: 6 December 1911, Birth Place: Cogan House Township, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA, Death Date: 11 January 1976, Death Place: Montgomery, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/223771406/ann_ellen-dowling: accessed 25 Aug 2026), memorial page for Ann Ellen Devine Dowling (6 Dec 1911–11 Jan 1976), Find a Grave Memorial ID 223771406, citing Jersey Shore Cemetery, Jersey Shore, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Maintained by MeshaMarie (contributor 49129688).; Record ID: 223771406,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 25 August 2026, using the Page Service: Find a Grave; Page Host: findagrave.com; Page Title: "Ann Ellen Devine Dowling (1911-1976) - Find a Grave Memorial"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/223771406. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Leonard Divine1
M, #60129, b. 1910, d. 1927
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Birth | Leonard Divine was born in 1910.1 |
| Death | He died in 1927. Note: Find a Grave 143339754.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
Events - Death & Burial
1927~17
Death
1927
Leonard Divine died in 1927. Note: Find a Grave 143339754.
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Leonard Divine has the reference number 60129.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
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Citation Detail: Grave for DOWLING, ANN ELLEN in Jersey Shore Cemetery, Jersey Shore, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; , Birth Date: 6 December 1911, Birth Place: Cogan House Township, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA, Death Date: 11 January 1976, Death Place: Montgomery, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/223771406/ann_ellen-dowling: accessed 25 Aug 2026), memorial page for Ann Ellen Devine Dowling (6 Dec 1911–11 Jan 1976), Find a Grave Memorial ID 223771406, citing Jersey Shore Cemetery, Jersey Shore, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Maintained by MeshaMarie (contributor 49129688).; Record ID: 223771406,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 25 August 2026, using the Page Service: Find a Grave; Page Host: findagrave.com; Page Title: "Ann Ellen Devine Dowling (1911-1976) - Find a Grave Memorial"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/223771406. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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John Lewis Fay1
M, #60130, b. 3 September 1905, d. 8 January 1972
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Birth | John Lewis Fay was born on 3 September 1905 in Pennsylvania, USA.1 |
| Marriage | He and Ann Ellen Divine were married before 1938. |
| Death | He died on 8 January 1972. Note: Age: 66.1 |
| Burial | He was buried after 8 January 1972 in Montoursville, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG, Montoursville Cemetery; Plot: A1408; Memorial ID: 236619436.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1905
Birth
3 September 1905 | Pennsylvania, USA
1938
Before 1938
Birth on 6 December 1911 | Cogan House Township, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
GDeath: on 11 January 1976 | Montgomery, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
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Events - Death & Burial
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Death
8 January 1972
John Lewis Fay died on 8 January 1972. Note: Age: 66.
1972
Burial
After 8 January 1972 | Montoursville, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG He was buried after 8 January 1972 in Montoursville, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
G, Montoursville Cemetery; Plot: A1408; Memorial ID: 236619436.
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study John Lewis Fay has the reference number 60130.
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Citation Detail: Grave for FAY, JOHN LEWIS in Montoursville Cemetery, Montoursville, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; , Birth Date: 3 September 1905, Birth Place: Pennsylvania, USA, Death Date: 8 January 1972; Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/236619436/john_lewis-fay: accessed 25 Aug 2026), memorial page for John Lewis Fay (3 Sep 1905–8 Jan 1972), Find a Grave Memorial ID 236619436, citing Montoursville Cemetery, Montoursville, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Maintained by Rachelhead (contributor 46939080).; Record ID: 236619436,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 25 August 2026, using the Page Service: Find a Grave; Page Host: findagrave.com; Page Title: "John Lewis Fay (1905-1972) - Find a Grave Memorial"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/236619436. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
Richard William Fay1
M, #60131, b. 24 October 1938, d. 22 April 2001
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Birth | Richard William Fay was born on 24 October 1938.1 |
| Death | He died on 22 April 2001.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Richard William Fay has the reference number 60131.
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Citation Detail: Grave for FAY, JOHN LEWIS in Montoursville Cemetery, Montoursville, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; , Birth Date: 3 September 1905, Birth Place: Pennsylvania, USA, Death Date: 8 January 1972; Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/236619436/john_lewis-fay: accessed 25 Aug 2026), memorial page for John Lewis Fay (3 Sep 1905–8 Jan 1972), Find a Grave Memorial ID 236619436, citing Montoursville Cemetery, Montoursville, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Maintained by Rachelhead (contributor 46939080).; Record ID: 236619436,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 25 August 2026, using the Page Service: Find a Grave; Page Host: findagrave.com; Page Title: "John Lewis Fay (1905-1972) - Find a Grave Memorial"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/236619436. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
Marian Grace Tyler1
F, #60132, b. 12 January 1921, d. 12 May 1985
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Marriage | Marian Grace Tyler and James William Dowling were married.2 |
| Birth | She was born on 12 January 1921 in Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG.2 |
| Death | She died on 12 May 1985, in Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG. Note: Age: 64.2 |
| Burial | She was buried after 12 May 1985 in English Center, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA, English Center Cemetery; Memorial ID: 146886239.2 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
Birth on 7 November 1912 | Jersey Shore, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
GDeath: on 6 December 1965 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
G1921
Birth
12 January 1921 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG
Events - Death & Burial
198564
Death
12 May 1985 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG Marian Grace Tyler died on 12 May 1985, in Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
G. Note: Age: 64.
1985
Burial
After 12 May 1985 | English Center, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
She was buried after 12 May 1985 in English Center, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA, English Center Cemetery; Memorial ID: 146886239.
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Marian Grace Tyler has the reference number 60132.

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Citation Detail: Grave for DOWLING, MARIAN GRACE in English Center Cemetery, English Center, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; , Birth Date: 12 January 1921, Birth Place: Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA, Death Date: 12 May 1985, Death Place: Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/146886239/marian_grace-dowling: accessed 26 Aug 2026), memorial page for Marian Grace Tyler Dowling (12 Jan 1921–12 May 1985), Find a Grave Memorial ID 146886239, citing English Center Cemetery, English Center, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Maintained by Conservative Patriot (contributor 47556898).; Record ID: 146886239,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 26 August 2026, using the Page Service: Find a Grave; Page Host: findagrave.com; Page Title: "Marian Grace Tyler Dowling (1921-1985) - Find a Grave Memorial"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/146886239. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Dorothy Elizabeth Plankenhorn1
F, #60133, b. 28 October 1915, d. 21 January 1998
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Birth | Dorothy Elizabeth Plankenhorn was born on 28 October 1915 in Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG.1 |
| Marriage | She and James William Dowling were married in 1934.1 |
| Death | She died on 21 January 1998, in Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG. Note: Age: 82.1 |
| Burial | She was buried after 21 January 1998 in Loyalsock Township, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG, Wildwood Cemetery; Memorial ID: 218244918.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1915
Birth
28 October 1915 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG 1934~19
1934
Age ~22
Birth on 7 November 1912 | Jersey Shore, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
GDeath: on 6 December 1965 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
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Events - Death & Burial
199882
Death
21 January 1998 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG Dorothy Elizabeth Plankenhorn died on 21 January 1998, in Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
G. Note: Age: 82.
1998
Burial
After 21 January 1998 | Loyalsock Township, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG She was buried after 21 January 1998 in Loyalsock Township, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
G, Wildwood Cemetery; Memorial ID: 218244918.
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Dorothy Elizabeth Plankenhorn has the reference number 60133.

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Citation Detail: Grave for DOWLING, DOROTHY ELIZABETH in Wildwood Cemetery, Loyalsock Township, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; , Birth Date: 28 October 1915, Birth Place: Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA, Death Date: 21 January 1998, Death Place: Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/218244918/dorothy_elizabeth-dowling: accessed 25 Aug 2026), memorial page for Dorothy Elizabeth Plankenhorn Dowling (28 Oct 1915–21 Jan 1998), Find a Grave Memorial ID 218244918, citing Wildwood Cemetery, Loyalsock Township, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Maintained by Michelle Ranck Koons (contributor 49206363).; Record ID: 218244918,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 25 August 2026, using the Page Service: Find a Grave; Page Host: findagrave.com; Page Title: "Dorothy Elizabeth Plankenhorn Dowling (1915-1998) - Find a Grave Memorial"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/218244918. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Suzanne Louise Dowling1
F, #60134, b. 18 January 1935, d. 3 June 2006
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Birth | Suzanne Louise Dowling was born on 18 January 1935 in Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG.1 |
| Marriage | She and Donald Leon Niklaus were married on 5 October 1956.2 |
| Death | She died on 3 June 2006, in Pennsylvania, USA. Note: Age: 71.1 |
| Burial | She was buried after 3 June 2006 Memorial ID: 155699018.1 |
Census Summary
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
Name Suzanne Louise Niklaus
1935
Birth
18 January 1935 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG 195621
5 October 1956
Age 23
Birth on 22 November 1932 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
GDeath: on 3 July 2015 | Hershey, Dauphin, Pennsylvania, USA
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Events - Death & Burial
200671
Death
3 June 2006 | Pennsylvania, USA
Suzanne Louise Dowling died on 3 June 2006, in Pennsylvania, USA. Note: Age: 71.
2006
Burial
After 3 June 2006
She was buried after 3 June 2006 Memorial ID: 155699018.
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Suzanne Louise Dowling has the reference number 60134.
| Ethnicity | 50.00% American 50.00% No 'National Origin' data found for this person |
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Citation Detail: Grave for NIKLAUS, SUZANNE LOUISE in , Birth Date: 18 January 1935, Birth Place: Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA, Death Date: 3 June 2006, Death Place: Pennsylvania, USA; Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/155699018/suzanne_louise-niklaus: accessed 25 Aug 2026), memorial page for Suzanne Louise Dowling Niklaus (18 Jan 1935–3 Jun 2006), Find a Grave Memorial ID 155699018; Maintained by Anonymous (contributor 47332453).; Record ID: 155699018,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 25 August 2026, using the Page Service: Find a Grave; Page Host: findagrave.com; Page Title: "Suzanne Louise Dowling Niklaus (1935-2006) - Find a Grave Memorial"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/155699018. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).
- [S1447] SOURCE (Short):, Title: "Memorials", Service: Find A Grave Inc., Lehi, Utah84043. USA, Find-A-Grave, Citation Detail: Grave for NIKLAUS, DONALD LEON in , Birth Date: 22 November 1932, Birth Place: Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA, Death Date: 3 July 2015, Death Place: Hershey, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, USA; Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/155695422/donald_leon-niklaus: accessed 25 Aug 2026), memorial page for Donald Leon Niklaus Sr. (22 Nov 1932–3 Jul 2015), Find a Grave Memorial ID 155695422; Maintained by Anonymous (contributor 47332453).; Record ID: 155695422;

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Donald Leon Niklaus1
M, #60135, b. 22 November 1932, d. 3 July 2015
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Birth | Donald Leon Niklaus was born on 22 November 1932 in Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG.1 |
| Marriage | He and Suzanne Louise Dowling were married on 5 October 1956.1 |
| Death | He died on 3 July 2015, in Hershey, Dauphin, Pennsylvania, USAG. Note: Age: 82.1 |
| Burial | He was buried on 10 July 2015 Memorial ID: 155695422.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1932
Birth
22 November 1932 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG 195623
5 October 1956
Age 21
Birth on 18 January 1935 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
GDeath: on 3 June 2006 | Pennsylvania, USA
Events - Death & Burial
201582
Death
3 July 2015 | Hershey, Dauphin, Pennsylvania, USAG Donald Leon Niklaus died on 3 July 2015, in Hershey, Dauphin, Pennsylvania, USA
G. Note: Age: 82.
2015
Burial
10 July 2015
He was buried on 10 July 2015 Memorial ID: 155695422.
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Donald Leon Niklaus has the reference number 60135.
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Find a Grave Obituary as at 25 August 2026:-
From the July 7, 2015, edition of the Williamsport Sun-Gazette:
Donald L. Niklaus Sr. passed away on July 3, 2015, at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey.
Donald was born on Nov. 22, 1932, at Williamsport. He was the son of the late Frederick and Sarah (Cross) Niklaus.
Donald served his country with honor in the U.S. Air Force where he was a veteran of the Korean War.
Donald was married to the late Suzanne D. (Dowling) Niklaus on Oct. 5, 1956. Together they shared 49 years of marriage.
Donald enjoyed his retirement and enjoyed spending time with his family.
Donald is survived by four children, James (Halle) Niklaus, Donald (Sandie Border) Niklaus, Kathryn (John) Notor and Karen (Brett) Reassner, all of Williamsport. He is also survived by one brother, Ronald; nine grandchildren, Matthew, Andrea, Thomas, Joseph, Laura, Marissa, Samantha, Connor and Ian; and four great-grandchildren. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Donald was predeceased by his late parents and his wife Suzanne. He was also predeceased by five siblings, Doris, Norma, Joanne, Frederick and Sarah.
Funeral services for Donald L. Niklaus will be held Friday, July 10, 2015, at 7 p.m. at the South Williamsport United Methodist Church, 409 Main St., South Williamsport, with pastor Mark D. Brumbach officiating.
Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation from 6 p.m. until the time of service at the church.
The family kindly declines floral tributes and kindly requests that donations be made in memory of Donald L. Niklaus to the South Williamsport United Methodist Church, 409 Main St., South Williamsport, or Hope Lodge, 125 Lucy Ave., Hummelstown, PA 17036.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Charles M. Noll Funeral Home, 1 E. Central Ave., South Williamsport, PA 17702.
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Citation Detail: Grave for NIKLAUS, DONALD LEON in , Birth Date: 22 November 1932, Birth Place: Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA, Death Date: 3 July 2015, Death Place: Hershey, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, USA; Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/155695422/donald_leon-niklaus: accessed 25 Aug 2026), memorial page for Donald Leon Niklaus Sr. (22 Nov 1932–3 Jul 2015), Find a Grave Memorial ID 155695422; Maintained by Anonymous (contributor 47332453).; Record ID: 155695422,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 25 August 2026, using the Page Service: Find a Grave; Page Host: findagrave.com; Page Title: "Donald Leon Niklaus Sr. (1932-2015) - Find a Grave Memorial"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/155695422. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Frederick Sterling Niklaus1
M, #60136, b. 1895, d. 1977
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Birth | Frederick Sterling Niklaus was born in 1895.1 |
| Death | He died in 1977.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Frederick Sterling Niklaus has the reference number 60136.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
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Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 25 August 2026, using the Page Service: Find a Grave; Page Host: findagrave.com; Page Title: "Donald Leon Niklaus Sr. (1932-2015) - Find a Grave Memorial"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/155695422. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Sarah Jane Cross1
F, #60137, b. 1907, d. 1957
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Birth | Sarah Jane Cross was born in 1907.1 |
| Death | She died in 1957.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
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| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
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Harold William Dowling1
M, #60142, b. 4 April 1939, d. 26 January 1995
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Birth | Harold William Dowling was born on 4 April 1939 in Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG.1 |
| Marriage | He and Rochelle E Hendershot were married before 1966.2 |
| Death | He died on 26 January 1995, in Montoursville, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG. Note: Age: 55.1 |
| Burial | He was buried after 26 January 1995 in English Center, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA, English Center Cemetery; Memorial ID: 147035219.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1939
Birth
4 April 1939 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG 1966
Before 1966
Birth on 28 November 1941 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
GDeath: on 25 December 2016 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
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Events - Death & Burial
199555
Death
26 January 1995 | Montoursville, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG Harold William Dowling died on 26 January 1995, in Montoursville, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
G. Note: Age: 55.
1995
Burial
After 26 January 1995 | English Center, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
He was buried after 26 January 1995 in English Center, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA, English Center Cemetery; Memorial ID: 147035219.
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Harold William Dowling has the reference number 60142.
| Ethnicity | 50.00% American 50.00% No 'National Origin' data found for this person |

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Citation Detail: Grave for DOWLING, HAROLD WILLIAM in English Center Cemetery, English Center, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; , Birth Date: 4 April 1939, Birth Place: Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA, Death Date: 26 January 1995, Death Place: Montoursville, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/147035219/harold_william-dowling: accessed 25 Aug 2026), memorial page for Harold William Dowling (4 Apr 1939–26 Jan 1995), Find a Grave Memorial ID 147035219, citing English Center Cemetery, English Center, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Maintained by Conservative Patriot (contributor 47556898).; Record ID: 147035219,
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Rochelle E Hendershot
F, #60143, b. 28 November 1941, d. 25 December 2016
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Birth | Rochelle E Hendershot was born on 28 November 1941 in Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG.1 |
| Marriage | She and Harold William Dowling were married before 1966.1 |
| Marriage | She and John H VanBuskirk were married on 6 July 1987.2 |
| Death | She died on 25 December 2016, in Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG. Note: Age: 75.1 |
| Burial | She was buried after 25 December 2016 in Montoursville, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG, Montoursville Cemetery; Memorial ID: 174535419.1 |
Census Summary
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
Name Rochelle E Van Buskirk
1941
Birth
28 November 1941 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG 1966
Before 1966
Birth on 4 April 1939 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
GDeath: on 26 January 1995 | Montoursville, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
G198745
6 July 1987
Age 54
Birth on 11 December 1932 | Picture Rocks, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
GDeath: on 26 August 2019 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
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Events - Death & Burial
201675
Death
25 December 2016 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG Rochelle E Hendershot died on 25 December 2016, in Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
G. Note: Age: 75.
2016
Burial
After 25 December 2016 | Montoursville, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG She was buried after 25 December 2016 in Montoursville, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
G, Montoursville Cemetery; Memorial ID: 174535419.
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Rochelle E Hendershot has the reference number 60143.
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Find a Grave Obituary as at 25 August 2026:-
ROCHELLE E. VAN BUSKIRK
AGE 75 YEARS
Rochelle E. Van Buskirk, of Montoursville, passed away Sunday, Dec. 25, 2016, at the Williamsport Regional Medical Center.
She was a daughter of Francis and Olive Haines Hendershot.
Rochelle retired from GTE Sylvania in Montoursville. She worked after retirement at Keystone Staffing and has done numerous caterings throughout her retirement with Springman’s Country Store.
She was a woman of strong faith and a member of Faith United Methodist Church, Montoursville, where she served on numerous committees and loved serving at Faith Cafe. Her passion was for hospitality, especially through her love of cooking for others. She was also a member of ABWA, where she served as president and was awarded woman of the year.
Rochelle was fondly known as Gam by many. Her greatest love was her family, especially spending time with them out by her pool.
Surviving is her husband, John H. Van Buskirk, whom she married July 6, 1987; her children, Pamela A. (Paul) Hartsock, of Montoursville and James Dowling, of Muncy; sister, Connie Hendershot, of South Williamsport; grandchildren, Kimberly (Corey) Hunter, of Sinking Spring, Melissa (Dr. Joshua) Stutzman, of Hughesville, Syd Dowling, of Williamsport and Kelsey Dowling, of Montoursville.
She is also survived by her 6 great-grandchildren and 4 stepchildren,
She was predeceased by her parents; son, Jeffrey Dowling and her brothers, William and Francis Hendershot.
The funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 30 at Faith United Methodist Church, 700 Fairview Drive, Montoursville, with Pastor Rusty Wolfinger officiating.
Interment will follow in the Montoursville Cemetery.
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Citation Detail: Grave for VAN BUSKIRK, ROCHELLE E. in Montoursville Cemetery, Montoursville, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; , Birth Date: 28 November 1941, Birth Place: Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA, Death Date: 25 December 2016, Death Place: Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/174535419/rochelle_e-van_buskirk: accessed 25 Aug 2026), memorial page for Rochelle E. Hendershot Van Buskirk (28 Nov 1941–25 Dec 2016), Find a Grave Memorial ID 174535419, citing Montoursville Cemetery, Montoursville, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Maintained by Peggy English (contributor 48201161).; Record ID: 174535419,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 25 August 2026, using the Page Service: Find a Grave; Page Host: findagrave.com; Page Title: "Rochelle E. Hendershot Van Buskirk (1941-2016) - Find a Grave Memorial"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/174535419. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Jeffrey Francis Dowling1
M, #60144, b. 26 April 1966, d. 5 June 2004
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Birth | Jeffrey Francis Dowling was born on 26 April 1966 in Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG.1 |
| Death | He died on 5 June 2004, in Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG. Note: Age: 38.1 |
| Burial | He was buried after 5 June 2004 in English Center, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA, English Center Cemetery; Memorial ID: 147103818.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1966
Birth
26 April 1966 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG
Events - Death & Burial
200438
Death
5 June 2004 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG Jeffrey Francis Dowling died on 5 June 2004, in Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
G. Note: Age: 38.
2004
Burial
After 5 June 2004 | English Center, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
He was buried after 5 June 2004 in English Center, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA, English Center Cemetery; Memorial ID: 147103818.
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Jeffrey Francis Dowling has the reference number 60144.
| Ethnicity | 25.00% American 75.00% No 'National Origin' data found for this person |

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Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 25 August 2026, using the Page Service: Find a Grave; Page Host: findagrave.com; Page Title: "Jeffrey Francis Dowling (1966-2004) - Find a Grave Memorial"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/147103818. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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John H VanBuskirk1
M, #60145, b. 11 December 1932, d. 26 August 2019
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Birth | John H VanBuskirk was born on 11 December 1932 in Picture Rocks, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG.1 |
| Marriage | He and Rochelle E Hendershot were married on 6 July 1987.1 |
| Death | He died on 26 August 2019, in Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG. Note: Age: 86.1 |
| Burial | He was buried after 26 August 2019 in Picture Rocks, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG, Picture Rocks Cemetery; Memorial ID: 202509055.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
1932
Birth
11 December 1932 | Picture Rocks, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG 198754
6 July 1987
Age 45
Birth on 28 November 1941 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
GDeath: on 25 December 2016 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
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Events - Death & Burial
201986
Death
26 August 2019 | Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG John H VanBuskirk died on 26 August 2019, in Williamsport, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
G. Note: Age: 86.
2019
Burial
After 26 August 2019 | Picture Rocks, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USAG He was buried after 26 August 2019 in Picture Rocks, Lycoming, Pennsylvania, USA
G, Picture Rocks Cemetery; Memorial ID: 202509055.
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study John H VanBuskirk has the reference number 60145.
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Find a Grave Obituary as at 25 August 2026:-
JOHN H. VAN BUSKIRK JR.
AGE 86 YEARS
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE VETERAN
John H. “Bussy” Van Buskirk Jr., of Hughesville, died Monday, Aug. 26, 2019, at The Gatehouse. He was a son of the late John Harvey Sr. and Ruth Eleanor (Fenstamaker) Van Buskirk.
John was a 1950 graduate of Hughesville High School. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War and with the Army Reserves, retiring in 1991. John had worked at the former Sprout-Waldron’s, Muncy, a member of their Quarter Century Club, and at Central Equipment, retiring in 2017. He was a member of Muncy Masonic Lodge No. 299 F&AM and the Scottish Rite. In addition, John belonged to the American Legion, the Duboistown VFW and the Picture Rocks Fire Department. He served 10 years on the East Lycoming School Board. John was a former Cub Scout Pack Leader in Picture Rocks. He enjoyed bingo, fishing and hunting, belonging to the Little Gap Hunting Club where he served as president for over 40 years.
John loved sports. In the Air Force, he played fastpitch softball, basketball and volleyball while stationed in Korea and played fastpitch softball and baseball while at Eglin Air Force Base. He played fastpitch softball while working at Sprout-Waldrons where they were league champions 14 years in a row. John also played baseball in local adult leagues for the Picture Rocks Rockets, Hughesville Travelers and the Muncy town team. He umpired for the North Branch Baseball League. John coached little league teams, Grange & Montys, and the Picture Rocks Rockets in the intermediate league.
He is survived by two daughters, Ruth (Woody) Fry, of Hughesville, and Mary (Chris) Albano, of Alpharetta, Ga.; two sons, Mark (Michele) Van Buskirk, of Gainesville, Ga., and John F. (Cindy) Van Buskirk, of Boonsboro, Md.; a sister, Shirley Van Buskirk, of Picture Rocks; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. John is also survived by a stepdaughter, Pam (Paul) Hartsock, and a stepson, James Dowling. John was preceded in death by his wife, Rochelle Van Buskirk, and stepson, Jeffrey Dowling.
Funeral Services: Pennsdale Trinity United Methodist Church
658 Village Road, Pennsdale, with Rev. Kevin St. Martin officiating.
Interment: Picture Rocks Cemetery with graveside military honors.
Published in the WILLIAMSPORT SUN GAZETTE
August 28, 2019.
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Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 25 August 2026, using the Page Service: Find a Grave; Page Host: findagrave.com; Page Title: "John H. “Bussy” Van Buskirk Jr. (1932-2019) - Find a Grave Memorial"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/202509055. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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John Harvey VanBuskirk1
M, #60146, b. 1898, d. 1990
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Birth | John Harvey VanBuskirk was born in 1898.1 |
| Death | He died in 1990.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study John Harvey VanBuskirk has the reference number 60146.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
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Citation Detail: Grave for VAN BUSKIRK, JOHN H. “BUSSY” in Picture Rocks Cemetery, Picture Rocks, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; , Birth Date: 11 December 1932, Birth Place: Picture Rocks, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA, Death Date: 26 August 2019, Death Place: Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/202509055/john_h-van_buskirk: accessed 25 Aug 2026), memorial page for John H. “Bussy” Van Buskirk Jr. (11 Dec 1932–26 Aug 2019), Find a Grave Memorial ID 202509055, citing Picture Rocks Cemetery, Picture Rocks, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Maintained by Peggy English (contributor 48201161).; Record ID: 202509055,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 25 August 2026, using the Page Service: Find a Grave; Page Host: findagrave.com; Page Title: "John H. “Bussy” Van Buskirk Jr. (1932-2019) - Find a Grave Memorial"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/202509055. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Ruth Eleanor Fenstamaker1
F, #60147, b. 1912, d. 1994
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Birth | Ruth Eleanor Fenstamaker was born in 1912.1 |
| Death | She died in 1994.1 |
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Events - Death & Burial
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In the Dowling One-Name Study Ruth Eleanor Fenstamaker has the reference number 60147.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
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Source Combined Fields: Image: https://images.findagrave.com/photos/2025/152/202509055_fb939548-0c9c-45f0-bb5a-83b666e10eb0.jpeg,
Citation Detail: Grave for VAN BUSKIRK, JOHN H. “BUSSY” in Picture Rocks Cemetery, Picture Rocks, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; , Birth Date: 11 December 1932, Birth Place: Picture Rocks, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA, Death Date: 26 August 2019, Death Place: Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/202509055/john_h-van_buskirk: accessed 25 Aug 2026), memorial page for John H. “Bussy” Van Buskirk Jr. (11 Dec 1932–26 Aug 2019), Find a Grave Memorial ID 202509055, citing Picture Rocks Cemetery, Picture Rocks, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Maintained by Peggy English (contributor 48201161).; Record ID: 202509055,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 25 August 2026, using the Page Service: Find a Grave; Page Host: findagrave.com; Page Title: "John H. “Bussy” Van Buskirk Jr. (1932-2019) - Find a Grave Memorial"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/202509055. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Francis Thomas Hendershot1
M, #60148, b. 1915, d. 1970
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Vital Facts
| Birth | Francis Thomas Hendershot was born in 1915.1 |
| Death | He died in 1970.1 |
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Facts - Non-Chronological
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In the Dowling One-Name Study Francis Thomas Hendershot has the reference number 60148.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
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Citation Detail: Grave for VAN BUSKIRK, ROCHELLE E. in Montoursville Cemetery, Montoursville, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; , Birth Date: 28 November 1941, Birth Place: Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA, Death Date: 25 December 2016, Death Place: Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/174535419/rochelle_e-van_buskirk: accessed 25 Aug 2026), memorial page for Rochelle E. Hendershot Van Buskirk (28 Nov 1941–25 Dec 2016), Find a Grave Memorial ID 174535419, citing Montoursville Cemetery, Montoursville, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Maintained by Peggy English (contributor 48201161).; Record ID: 174535419,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 25 August 2026, using the Page Service: Find a Grave; Page Host: findagrave.com; Page Title: "Rochelle E. Hendershot Van Buskirk (1941-2016) - Find a Grave Memorial"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/174535419. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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Olive E Hendershot1
F, #60149, b. 1911, d. 1996
Pedigree Link
Vital Facts
| Birth | Olive E Hendershot was born in 1911.1 |
| Death | She died in 1996.1 |
Events - Chronological (including alternatives)
Events - Death & Burial
Facts - Non-Chronological
Reference Number
In the Dowling One-Name Study Olive E Hendershot has the reference number 60149.
| Relationship to the site collator Brian Thomas Dowling: | No direct relationship yet found to Brian Thomas Dowling |
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Source Combined Fields: Image: https://images.findagrave.com/photos/2019/94/198071071_395f3740-c7ee-41b7-ae29-074c9af66f86.jpeg,
Citation Detail: Grave for VAN BUSKIRK, ROCHELLE E. in Montoursville Cemetery, Montoursville, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; , Birth Date: 28 November 1941, Birth Place: Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA, Death Date: 25 December 2016, Death Place: Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/174535419/rochelle_e-van_buskirk: accessed 25 Aug 2026), memorial page for Rochelle E. Hendershot Van Buskirk (28 Nov 1941–25 Dec 2016), Find a Grave Memorial ID 174535419, citing Montoursville Cemetery, Montoursville, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, USA; Maintained by Peggy English (contributor 48201161).; Record ID: 174535419,
Citation Text: Collated by Brian Thomas Dowling (1955-) for the Dowling One-Name Study on 25 August 2026, using the Page Service: Find a Grave; Page Host: findagrave.com; Page Title: "Rochelle E. Hendershot Van Buskirk (1941-2016) - Find a Grave Memorial"; URL (Transcript): https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/174535419. - (extracted using ORA (Online Registry Assistant)).

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