All Obituaries

James (Beno) Lattanzio, 52, of Latrobe, passed away peacefully December 12, 2019 at his home. He was born December 9, 1967 a son of Patrick Lattanzio and Darlene (Fisher) Lattanzio. James is survived by his mother Darlene; his daughter Brianna Lattanzio; aunts and uncles; Anthony (Carmen) Lattanzio , James Romansky, Debbie (Jim) Shawley, Dee (Todd) Riffle, Diane Dempsey and Eric Demalta; two nephews John and Danny Lattanzio of Latrobe; several cousins and special friends Harold Baker, Jimmy...

Tracy Lyn (Harner) Baranski, 43, of Hempfield Township, died December 10, 2019. She was born October 4, 1976 in Jeannette. She is survived by her mother Rosann Clawson, her daughter Emily Pomaibo, a grandson Dylan Davenport; one brother John Harner, four sisters Robin Harner, Marcie Nibarger, Jodie Pickett and Linda (Caldwell) Balik. Tracy Lyn enjoyed decorating and loved her animals and her job. All services are private for family.

Ronald T. "RT" Bolen, 83, of Derry died Wednesday, November 27, 2019 to join his wife Jane. He was born December 30, 1935 in Livermore, a son of the late Harry Thompson and Ruby Bell Shields Bolen. Ron was the youngest boy of nine children. He was raised in a farming family in the Livermore River Valley of Clarksburg. He participated in FFA and was a running back at Elder Ridge High School. Following high school, Ron worked various jobs until he entered the Police Academy in 1965...

Dennis (Denny) E. Johnston, 66, of Latrobe, died Tuesday November 26, 2019 unexpectedly at home. He was born March 7, 1953 in Latrobe a son of the late Donald (Spike) and Irene Hartzel Johnston. Denny was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. He loved riding motorcycles and has said some of the best times he ever had was going for long rides on his Harley with his daughter Leila and her husband Harold. He was a die hard Steelers fan and also loved going on family vacations to the...

Morton “Shea” Landy, 90, of Mahaffey passed away Monday, November 25, 2019 at Ridgeview Elder Care in Curwensville.   He was born May 4, 1929 to (George B. Landy) and (Estella (Fryer) Landy) in Washington, DC He is survived by a nephew, Shea Ralph and two nieces, Sheila and Susan Ralph of Florida, and numerous cousins throughout the country. Shea was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, LouAnn (Landy) Ralph of Florida. Shea enlisted in the Marines in 1946...

Cynthia L. “Cindy” Hinderliter, 60, of Valier passed away Sunday, November 24, 2019. She was surrounded by her loving sister, niece and brother. She was born in 1959 to John and Janet Marie (Burdette) Wands in Pittsburgh.  Cindy was a member of First Life Church. She was a long time employee of the Sheetz Corporation. She enjoyed spending time with her daughter and grandchildren as well as her favorite little neighbor Carrie. Cindy also enjoyed spending time with her...

Laura J. Bridge, 94, of Derry, died Friday November 22, 2019 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. She was born March 22, 1925 in Latrobe a daughter of the late William Albert and Irma Dunlap Harris. Laura was a member of St. Martin Roman Catholic Church of New Derry. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Daniel J. Bridge, a daughter Barbara Ann, two grandaughter's Julie and Dana, two great grandson's Christopher and Caleb, great great grandson Jakub, two...

Ida Rose Sylvester Herda With great sadness we announce the passing of Ida Rose Sylvester Herda 97, of Derry on November 19th, 2019. She was born June 02, 1922 in Derry, Pa and was preceded in death by her parents, Angelo R. Sylvester, Christine (Bruno) and Elvira R. Sylvester (Galosi); her husband Stephen Herda, her siblings, Elizabeth, Anthony, Carl, Albert, Dolores, Mary, and Bernard (Buzz) as well as Guido (John), Lodovico (Lodo), Pasquale (Patsy), Louie Sylvester and their spouses and...

Harold H. Wertheimer of Derry, passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2019 in Greensburg. He was born August 6, 1947 in Indiana, PA to Charles Sol Wertheimer and Caroline Ruth Foust Wertheimer. He spent his childhood in Indiana, having been orphaned at age 16, he moved to Derry to live with his sister Louise and her family. He graduated from Derry Area High School in 1967. He was predeceased by his parents and brother "Lefty" Wertheimer. He is survived by: two daughters; Amy Wertheimer...

Robert L. Herrin, 78, of New Stanton, passed away unexpectedly November 16, 2019 at Excela Westmoreland Hospital. He was born November 23, 1940 in Marvel, Arkansas a son of the late Ike and Ellie Warton Herrin. He was a self-employed paving contractor. Robert is survived by his wife Loretta Rose Cooper Herrin, a son Robert L. Herrin Jr. of Houston, Texas, a daughter Tammie Bryer of New Stanton, 7 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, numerous brothers, sisters, nieces and...

Donna Lee Clark, 75, of Ligonier, died Saturday November 16, 2019 in Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, Johnstown. She was born January 11, 1944 in Ligonier, a daughter of the late Donald L. and Mary Urban Nicely. She was a member of St. James Lutheran Church in Ligonier. Donna enjoyed going to Bedford to see the Buffalo and traveling in general. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Harry A. Clark on January 18, 2019. She is survived by her son Harry Clark...

Michael J. Cymek, 77, of Derry Twp., passed on Saturday November 16, 2019 . He was born April 28, 1942 in Baltimore a son of the late Theodore F. and Helen Bielecki Cymek. Mike was a member of St. Martin Roman Catholic Church of New Derry. He was a US Navy Veteran and was a Baltimore County police officer and had retired from Tasty Kake. He is survived by his loving wife Judith V. Crabbe Cymek, a daughter Kimberly Kochera (Kevin) and their son Kevin of Murrysville, a brother Theodore Cymek...

E. Ray Kist, 73, of Derry, died Friday November 15, 2019 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. He was born April 8, 1946 in Latrobe a son of the late Eugene Ray and Nell Marie Geist Kist. Ray graduated from Derry Area High School and California State College with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Speech Pathology and Audiology. When at California University he lettered three years in swimming. Over the years he was a Lifeguard, Water Safety Instructor, and Pool Manager at the Derry Community Swimming...

Sara P. Ambrose, 85, of Ligonier, died suddenly Friday November 15, 2019 at her home. She was born June 15, 1934 in Fairfield Twp. a daughter of the late Charles B. and A. Rachel Wisner Palmer. Sara was a member of the Hope Evangelical Methodist Church in Youngstown. She was a good cook who enjoyed working on the farm, needle point, crocheting and sewing.Her family was the most important thing to her. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by two sisters Cora Jane Palmer and...

Lloyd M. Allman, 84, of Derry Twp., died Thursday November 14, 2019 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. He was born September 27, 1935 in Latrobe a son of the late Virgil M. and Brydia E. Williams Allman. Lloyd was a US Army Veteran, and was a self-employed farmer and welder. He was a good husband and father who "loved his coffee." In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his sister Emogene Stubbs and a brother Bobby Allman. Lloyd is survived by his loving wife Almeda...

Robert Francis Lightner, 58, of Mahaffey passed away Saturday, November 9, 2019 at his home.   He was born October 8, 1961 in Punxsutawney to Francis Oliver Lightner and Shirley Jean (Brink) Lightner.   Bob attended the CMA Church in Mahaffey and also Mount Carmel Church.   He was a truck driver for many years and then worked at the Walmart Distribution Center in Woodland until his retirement in 2005.   Bob was a car enthusiast, he especially enjoyed Fords. He was...

William Edward McDowell, 91, of Ligonier, died Friday November 8, 2019. He was born January 3, 1928 in Fairfield Twp. a son of the late William Joshua and Ella Mae Montgomery McDowell. Bill was a proud US Army veteran of the Korean War. He was a member of the Waterford Christian Church, Fort Ligonier VFW Post #734 and the Ligonier American Legion Post #267. He had retired from Vulcan Mold and was the cofounder/owner of Ligonier Tree Service. For many years he ran the Waterford...

Marjorie (Sunderlin) Fuller, 71 of Stafford, Virginia passed away on November 6th, 2019 after losing her battle with lung disease.   She was born in 1948 to James Clair and Dorothy Helen (Price) Sunderlin at home in Mahaffey, Pennsylvania.   Marjorie enjoyed being “Cackle” to her two grandchildren, spending time with family, and being a Sales Associate at Walmart.  In her free time, she loved the challenge of a difficult puzzle.   .  She is...

Berna B. Ryen, 94 of Rochester Mills, passed away on Monday November 4, 2019.   She was born in 1925 to Linus and Binnie (Hicks) Simpson in Marchand.   Berna enjoyed playing bingo and watching her grandchildren and great grandchildren play ball. She was retired from Indiana University of Pennsylvania as a custodian.   She is survived by a daughter Mary Jane Adamson, Rochester Mills; three grandchildren, Todd Adamson and wife Avy, Rochester Mills; Tim Adamson and wife...

Cory D. Gump, 31, of Saltsburg formerly of Derry, died Monday November 4, 2019 at his home. He was born October 2, 1988 in Latrobe a son of John E. Gump (Donna) of Saltsburg and the late Wendy Herrod Gump. In addition to his father Cory is survived by his wife Mary Clawson Gump of Derry, his son Dominick Gump (and his mother Amanda Spears), a sister Kylee Gump of Connellsville and a brother John E. Gump Jr. of Saltsburg. Several aunts, uncles and cousins. A memorial gathering will be held...

Tiffany Marie Beeman, 32, of Derry, passed away Monday November 4, 2019. She was born November 10, 1986 in Latrobe a daughter of Dennis R. and Anne Couchenour Beeman of Derry. Tiffany was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Derry. She graduated from Derry Area High School in 2005. She was a beloved daughter, grandaughter, sister, mother and friend. Tiffany was a loving and compassionate person who loved to be silly. She had the most beautiful smile that could light up your soul. She...

Ronald E. Downey, 67, of Derry, died Saturday October 26, 2019 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. He was born October 11, 1952 in Latrobe a son of the late Lewis W. and Evelyn Morgan Downey. Ron retired from Champion Lakes Golf Course and enjoyed hunting and fishing. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his step mother Anna Downey, a sister Virginia Kelly, two brothers Jack and Thomas Downey, a brother in law Daniel Stratton. Ron is survived by his sister Patricia Stratton of...

MaryAnn Smith, 88 of Punxsutawney, passed away Monday, October 21, 2019, at Penn Highlands Dubois. MaryAnn was born September 3, 1931, in Punxsutawney to the late Edward C. Sloniger and Lenore (McGregor) Sloniger. March 25, 1951, she married the love of her life, Joseph Franklin Smith who preceded her in death. She was also preceded by four brothers, Edward C. Sloniger, Jr., William I. Sloniger, Robert D. Sloniger and Thomas Sloniger. She is survived by two sons, Joseph F. Smith Jr. and...

Tuesday, October 15, 2019, Charlene M. Waltman, loving wife and mother, passed away at the age of 68. Charlene was born in Greensburg on February 2, 1951, to the late John Eble and Sara M. (Blose) Eble. She was Married to Ralph Waltman who survives. She is also survived by one brother, John Eble, three daughters, Charlene, Renee and Sabrina along with several grandchildren and great grandchildren. At Charlene's request, there will be no viewing. Arrangements are under the direction of...

Margaret C. Bloom, 88 of Grampian, passed away Friday, October 11, 2019, at Ridgeview Elder Care in Curwensville. Margaret was born November 12, 1930, in Detroit Michigan to the late Earl and Helen (Moore) Campbell. She was a member of St. Bonaventure Church in Grampian where she was on the finance committee and was a 1948 graduate of St. Francis School in Clearfield. She retired from Helmbold & Stewart of Clearfield. She also belonged to the IAAP Secretary Association. Margaret is...

James Michael “Mick“ Depp,73, of 119 Cypress St. Punxsutawney, Pa. passed away on Thursday, October 10, 2019, at his home. He was born in Punxsutawney, on Nov.1, 1946 to the late James M. Depp and wife Betty Lou Scava Depp. Mick was a graduate of Punxsutawney Area High School where he was actively involved in sports and received many awards for his achievements in football, basketball and baseball. Upon graduation in 1964 he received a football scholarship to the University of...

William Max Shields, 83 of Rochester Mills, passed away Thursday, October 3, 2019, at Penn Highlands DuBois. William was born August 16, 1936, in Punxsutawney, to the late Henry and Maxine Edith (Gourley) Shields. November 5, 1960, he was married by Rev. Pearce to Margaret G. (Smith) Shields at the Marchand Church Parsonage. She survives and resides in Rochester Mills. He was a member of the Covode United Methodist Church. He attended his first 6 years of school in the one room schoolhouse...

Margaret A. "Peg" Chilcote, 82 of Mahaffey, Passed away Thursday, October 3, 2019, at Penn Highlands DuBois. She was born August 20, 1937, in Philipsburg, to the late Stephen and Mary (Luther) Blasko. Peg was a member of The Oasis Ministry in Dubois. She and her late husband Harry C. Chilcote, Sr., traveled many places for missionary work which they did for many years together. She also taught Sunday School at the Calvary Chapel Church and was Head Cook at the Mt. Calvary Camp...

Clara Jane Ashbaugh, 78, of Derry passed away peacefully October 2, 2019 at Canterbury Place Pittsburgh after enjoying a week at the beach. She was born December 8, 1940 in Latrobe a daughter of the late Joseph and Ruth Elizabeth Morrison Baker. Jane loved the ocean, trips to the casinos and the Steelers. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Raymond Ashbaugh, a sister Ruth Heffelfinger, and three brothers; Austin, John and Gordon Ridge. She is survived by...

David A. Leary, 54, of Derry died Wednesday October 2, 2019 in Twin Lakes Rehabillitation Center in Greensburg. He was bornMarch 14, 1965 in Latrobe a son of the late Thomas and Charlotte Clawson Leary. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers, George and James Leary. David was a member of the F.O.E. #1612, Rod and Gun Club and the Ukranian Club all of Derry. He liked to stop at Tommasinis Tavern to see all of his friends there and loved being one with nature,...

Thomas M Tubbs, 82 of Curwensville passed away Sunday September 29th with his family by his side. Tom was born October 16, 1936 in Lumber City, PA, the son of Singleton and Mary Elizabeth (Gearhart) Tubbs. He was Methodist by faith. On April 12, 1963 he wed Helen Thompson Killion in Clearfield by Rev Roy Houser. They had a wonderful marriage of 54 years. He managed various grocery stores in the area throughout his career and was also employed by NARCO for a period of time. He served in the...

Joey C. Lamoreau, 63 of Mahaffey, passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2019, at UPMC Altoona. He was born September 4, 1956, in Clearfield to the late Clair and Barbara (Lentz) Lamoreau, Sr. Joey was always tinkering. He enjoyed working on and repairing small engine’s and race cars but most of all he loved riding his motorcycle. He is survived by two children; Jimmy Lamoreau of Brisbin and Valerie Berg and husband Bryon of Windber. Two brothers; Clair Lamoreau Jr. and wife Brandi of...

Marion V. Reitz, 89, went to be with her loving husband of 58 years, Seiler, on September 23, 2019. Marion was born November 25, 1929, in Hillman. She was the daughter of the late Guy and Alta (Lowmaster) Spencer. Marion was a graduate of Punxsutawney Area High School and worked at Sylvania in Brookville until her marriage on May 17, 1952. She was a stay at home wife and mother. She was very devoted to her husband and three children and provided a loving home. She worked with Girl Scouts and...

  Patricia Lee Campbell of Derry, passed away Monday September 23, 2019 at her home. She was born December 27, 1933 in Latrobe a daughter of the late Irene Blystone and Michael Spehar and step father Stanley Walker. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years Joseph B. Campbell Jr. ("Coach") Patty enjoyed working at the Latrobe Hello Shop and volunteering at the Latrobe Hospital Little Shop. She also enjoyed reading mystery novels and...

Madeline F. Sawyer, 95, of Punxsutawney, passed away Monday, September 23, 2019, at Christ the King Manor in DuBois. She was born May 22, 1924, in Belleville, WV., to the late Delbert A. and Cynthia (Toomey) Flinn. She was a member of the Assembly of God Church. Madeline was the owner of the former Golden Mean Candle Gift Shop in Big Run. She was married to Pastor William L. Sawyer who preceded her in death in 1983. Together, they had four children; Rick Sawyer of WV., David Sawyer and wife...

  Raymond O. Irwin, 96, of Latrobe passed away September 17 , 2019 at Westmoreland Hospital. Ray was a lifelong member of Covenant Presbyterian Church of Ligonier. He was a graduate of Ligonier Valley High School. After graduation he enlisted in the Army serving in Europe during WW II. During his military service he received the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. After 25 years of service he retired from the United States Postal Service in Ligonier. Ray was a lifetime member of...

Deloris R. Bryer, 90, of Hostetter, passed away Tuesday September 17, 2019 at Excela Westmoreland Hospital. She was born March 18, 1929 in Corbin, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Emanuel and Mazie Lovell Broadway. Deloris is survived by her loving family; sons; Robert E. Bryer (Mary) of Prairieville, Louisianna and Ollie Bryer (Natalie) of Greensburg. Daughters; Deloris Young, Violet Lovell both of Hostetter and Myrtle Smith (Melvin) of Latrobe. Numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren,...

Terry J. Deglau, 79, died Sept. 14, 2019 at Redstone Senior Care Center in Greensburg. He was born August 17, 1940, the only child of Henry J. and Mary Edsall Deglau of Derry, PA. Terry graduated from Derry High School in 1958 and from Rochester Institute of Technology with a BS Degree in Photographic Science in 1964. Terry and his wife Gretchen, also a RIT graduate, returned to the Latrobe area to join his father Henry, a professional photographer, at Deglau Studio. For the next twenty...

Eugene R. Roble, 62, of Derry died Thursday September 12, 2019 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. He was born September 12, 1957 in Latrobe a son of the late Paul and Virginia Wano Roble. Gene worked as a dry wall finisher, was a member of the Lloydsville Fire Hall social club and enjoyed camping. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son David Roble. He is survived by his wife of 22 years Tammie Clark Roble, his daughter Ariah Roble at home, a sister Carol Reese (George) of...

Dekova Guy Scott Marsh 14, of Marion Center passed away on September 4, 2019 at his home. He was born on October 28, 2004 in DuBois, PA. Dekova attended Marion Center High School and was in 9th grade and was a member of the boy scouts troop 50 of Marion Center. Playing video games was Dekova’s favorite thing to do. He played games on his cell phone, Nintendo Switch, WII, and Playstation 4 nonstop. He enjoyed swimming, building legos, going to the movies and hanging out with his...

Patricia D. Jellison, 69, of Derry, died Thursday August 29, 2019 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. She was born August 17, 1950 in Ligonier a daughter of the late James C. and Alverta Sleasman Hall. Patty was a member of the Ligonier Christian and Missionary Alliance Church. She retired from Excela Latrobe Hospital where she had worked as a unit clerk. She was an excellent baker with a kind and pleasant personality. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. In addition...

Rose M. Kozar, 92, of Derry, died Wednesday August 28, 2019 in Nature Commons Park, Greensburg. She was born May 21, 1927 in Latrobe a daughter of the late Nicolas and Nicolina Frazzini. Rose was a faithful member of St. Martin's Roman Catholic Church in New Derry and the Rosary Altar Society. She retired from Latrobe Area Hospitals dietary department. She liked to paint and go dancing. In addition to her parents she was preceeded in death by her husband Edward M. Kozar Sr. Rose is...

Teresa Lazarchik, 100, of Derry, died Tuesday August 27, 2019 in the Loyalhanna Care Center. She was born April 18, 1919 in Derry a daughter of the late Antonio and Maria Sconciafurno Mastrorocco. Teresa was a member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church of Derry. In addition to her parents she was preceeded in death by her husband William Lazarchik, 4 brothers; Salvatore, August, Edmund and Anthony Mastrorocco. Six sisters; Ada Apone, Rose Cherup, Ellen Bell Pachell, Lydia Sarp, Dorothy...

Trudell V. Rhodes, 96, of Rossiter, passed away, Friday, August 23, 2019, at home with her family by her side. Trudell was born November 3, 1922, in East Salem, PA to the late Rev. William Tobias and Oma (Smeal) Tobias. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert J. Rhodes, Jr. and an infant daughter, Judith Lynn along with five sisters, Erma Vantassel-Miller, Alverda Miller, Vivian Confer, Geraldine Hoffer and Dolly Dorsey. She was a member of the Valley...

Eliza May Bacher, 90, of Ligonier died Wednesday August, 21, 2019 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. She was born May 21, 1929 in Ligonier a daughter of the late Paul and Esther Shanefelt Nicely. May was the owner of Driftwood in Ligonier. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Frederick J. "Fred" Bacher, a sister Madalyn Johnson and two brothers; Robert and Barry Nicely. May is survived by her daughter Debra B. Rhoad (Fred) of Charlotte, North Carolina,...

Randy L. Hilliard Sr, 59 of Mahaffey, passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2019, in Bethlehem, PA. Randy was born August 20, 1960, in Spangler to the late Alvin Hilliard and Betty (Lentz) Hilliard. Randy worked many years for Clean Earth Waste Recycling and Disposable Solutions as a heavy equipment operator. His hobbies were hunting and fishing as often as he could. He also loved music and produced his own under Hilliards Shooting Star Productions. Randy is survived by his wife of 31 years,...

Odette Paskovitch, 93, formerly of Derry, passed away, Tuesday August 20, 2019 in UPMC Passavant Hospital, Pittsburgh. She was born July 29, 1926 in Villeneuve-le-Roi, France, a daughter of the late Jean and Marie-Louise (Cadiou) Helias. Odette was a fantastic homemaker. She loved to sew, cook, garden and knit. Her various elaborate Halloween costumes that she made for her grandchildren are treasured by her family. Odette is survived by two daughters, Claudette Graham of Sewickley and...

Mark A. Brinker, 68, of Oak Grove (Ligonier) went to be with our lord August 19, 2019. He was born November 6, 1950 in Pittsburgh a son of the late Arthur and Lois Nawman Brinker. Mark was Lutheran by faith and had retired from Fayette Auto Parts . Driving "Big Pete" was his passion. Mark was a member of the Goldwing Riders Association, which riding his Goldwing was his other passion. Mark was a gentle giant of a man. His kindness and goodness will be a long lasting memory to all...

  Grace Ellen Stephenson, age 72, formerly of Indiana County, PA, passed away on August 12, 2019 at an assisted living facility in Marion, VA., while under hospice care for cancer.Grace was preceded in death by her parents, Marcella and Clarence Stephenson. She is survived by her younger siblings: Richard Stephenson of Anchorage, AK; Nancy Prothero (Noel) of King George, VA; and Alice Martin (Arthur) of Bear, DE; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, and cousins. Grace was born in Tarentum,...

Pamela Ann McKlveen, 65, of Derry passed away Sunday August 11, 2019 in UPMC-Presbyterian Hospital. She was born May 24, 1954 in Pittsburgh a daughter of the late James R. and Virginia F. Wallace Martin. Pam was a Licensed Practical Nurse and had retired from Torrance State Hospital. She loved being with her grandchildren,singing, reading and traveling. She is survived by her loving husband of over 29 years Russell N. McKlveen, her daughter Erin C. Talley (Joshua) of York, her two sons;...