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Faye W. Lydick DERRY TWP.
Faye W. Lydick, 94, was born on December 7, 1925 on her parents farm in Belle Vernon (Rostraver Twp.). On July 27, 2020 she passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on her Derry Twp. farm.
Faye owned and operated her farm for 72 years and was known for growing beautiful plants and produce. She had a great love for farming, an amazing memory, and a deep devotion to her family. Faye was deeply loved and will be sorely missed.
She was preceded in death by her parents David H. and Bessie...
Faye W. Lydick, 94, was born on December 7, 1925 on her parents farm in Belle Vernon (Rostraver Twp.). On July 27, 2020 she passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on her Derry Twp....
Lawrence O. McDevitt Derry
Lawrence O. McDevitt "Mac", 69, of Derry passed away July 20, 2020 at his residence. He was born February 20, 1951 in Latrobe a son of the late Jason E. McDevitt Sr. and Catherine (Kozemchak) McDevitt. Mac is a United States Army Veteran having served with the Military Police. He was a member of the Bradenville United Methodist Church. He enjoyed music, woodworking and building. He liked to make people happy and enjoyed spending time with his...
Lawrence O. McDevitt "Mac", 69, of Derry passed away July 20, 2020 at his residence. He was born February 20, 1951 in Latrobe a son of the late Jason E. McDevitt Sr. and Catherine...
Vickie E. Clark Latrobe
Vickie E. Clark, 70, of Latrobe, passed away July 14, 2020, at her home. She was born November 25, 1949 in Latrobe a daughter of the late John W. Baker and Georgie E. (Swaney) Baker. Vickie loved taking care of her grandkids and spending time with her family. She liked being outdoors, crocheting and cooking. She attended the Harvest Assembly Church. She is survived by her two daughters Kelley Clark of Latrobe and Heather Ball (Bryan) of Greensburg, two brothers Thomas...
Vickie E. Clark, 70, of Latrobe, passed away July 14, 2020, at her home. She was born November 25, 1949 in Latrobe a daughter of the late John W. Baker and Georgie E. (Swaney) Baker. Vickie...
James Lang Jr. 62, of Derry, passed away, July 10, 2020 at Latrobe Excela. He was born January 17, 1958.
James enjoyed family and friends, hunting and fishing. He loved landscaping and working outdoors. He is survived by his long time companion Veronica Simms, his son James Lang III, daughters Cassandra Lang of New York, Jessica Ward and April Simms, a brother Jerry Lang (Amy) of Derry, two sisters Karen Walton (Craig) of Millwood and Janet Stockdill (Joe) of New Jersey and...
James Lang Jr. 62, of Derry, passed away, July 10, 2020 at Latrobe Excela. He was born January 17, 1958.
James enjoyed family and friends, hunting and fishing. He loved landscaping and...
Charles L. Burkholder, Jr. Acme
Charles L. Burkholder Jr., 67, of Acme, passed away, July 6, 2020 in Forbes Hospital Monroeville after a tragic motorcycle accident on July 4th, after spending an enjoyable holiday with his family. He was taken from his family while doing what he loved. He was born September 5, 1952, in Latrobe, a son of Charles L. Burkholder Sr. and Ann (Eidemiller) Burkholder. He was employed at EHC Industries for over 28 years as a metal fabricator. Charles was known as a...
Charles L. Burkholder Jr., 67, of Acme, passed away, July 6, 2020 in Forbes Hospital Monroeville after a tragic motorcycle accident on July 4th, after spending an enjoyable holiday with his...
William Ehman Derry
William Ehman, 78, of Derry, passed away Friday, July 3, 2020. He was born May 18, 1942 in Greensburg a son of the late Joseph Herbert and Ruth (Shaffer) Ehman.
Bill was an active and staunch Democrat. He served as President of Derry Jaycee"s was a 3rd Ward Councilman and served on the Derry Borough Zoning Committee. He was a volunteer in the Derry Food Bank and served several times as Derry Little League President and coach. He was instrumental in...
William Ehman, 78, of Derry, passed away Friday, July 3, 2020. He was born May 18, 1942 in Greensburg a son of the late Joseph Herbert and Ruth (Shaffer) Ehman.
Bill was an...
Stacey Lynne Plymale Latrobe
Stacey Plymale passed away on June 28th, 2020 at her daughter and son in law’s home in Seward, PA. She was a mom, a Mamaw, an aunt, a sister, a friend, and a very loved part of many lives! She was preceded in death by her grandmother, mother, her boyfriend Robert Benton of many years, and many friends and family. After suffering with multiple health issues for many years she was peacefully ready to go home. She is survived by her 3 children. Kassandra Bizon of PA, Michael Plymale of...
Stacey Plymale passed away on June 28th, 2020 at her daughter and son in law’s home in Seward, PA. She was a mom, a Mamaw, an aunt, a sister, a friend, and a very loved part of many lives!...
Bruce A. Homer Cambridge, Ohio formerly of DERRY
Bruce Allen Homer, 70, of Cambridge, Ohio (formerly of Derry), died Saturday June 27, 2020 in Cardinal Place in Cambridge. He was born August 16, 1949 in Latrobe a son of the late Alma Spear Homer and Norman S. Homer.
Bruce was a 1967 graduate of Derry Area High School and was a US Air Force Veteran and then the Air Force National Guard. He was an electrical technician for Boeing and was a member of the LaMonte Lodge #568 F&AM of Derry, the Ohio ARS and Guernsey County EMA. He had been a...
Bruce Allen Homer, 70, of Cambridge, Ohio (formerly of Derry), died Saturday June 27, 2020 in Cardinal Place in Cambridge. He was born August 16, 1949 in Latrobe a son of the late Alma Spear Homer...
Lois I. Harshell Torrance
Lois I. Harshell, 77, of Torrance, died Friday June 26, 2020 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. She was born April 26, 1943 in Scottdale a daughter of the late Oliver W. and Lillian Hoover Lint.
She was a member of the Church of God World Wide Association in Pittsburgh. Lois had been a school bus driver for over 28 years for the Latrobe Area School District. She was a very kind hearted person who was a loving mother and grandmother.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death...
Lois I. Harshell, 77, of Torrance, died Friday June 26, 2020 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. She was born April 26, 1943 in Scottdale a daughter of the late Oliver W. and Lillian Hoover...
Wade B. Gaines Vintondale
Wade B. Gaines, 54, of Vintondale, passed away June 25, 2020 at UPMC Presbyterian, Pittsburgh. He was born March 10, 1966 in Clearfield, a son of the late Earl L. Gaines Jr and Marjorie E. (Ditty) Gaines of Pottersdale who survives.
Wade was a member of the local 66 International Union of Operating Engineers, the QIDC and the Pottersdale Community Association Inc. He enjoyed hunting and fishing but most of all, spending time with his grandchildren.
In addition to his mother he is...
Wade B. Gaines, 54, of Vintondale, passed away June 25, 2020 at UPMC Presbyterian, Pittsburgh. He was born March 10, 1966 in Clearfield, a son of the late Earl L. Gaines Jr and Marjorie E....
Stephen John Pekich Ligonier
Stephen John Pekich, 56, of Ligonier, passed away on June 24, 2020 at Forbes Hospital, Monroeville, after a brief, but courageous battle with cancer. Stephen was born on June 9, 1964 in Alton, Ill to George S and Eleanor R (Grech) Pekich. He was a 1982 graduate of Ligonier Valley High School, where he was voted Class Clown by his peers. Anyone who knew or crossed paths with Steve knew his quick wit and his love for silly stories and jokes. Steve had a huge heart and always wanted to hear...
Stephen John Pekich, 56, of Ligonier, passed away on June 24, 2020 at Forbes Hospital, Monroeville, after a brief, but courageous battle with cancer. Stephen was born on June 9, 1964 in Alton, Ill...
Shelly R. Silk Ligonier
Shelly R. Silk passed away on June 21, 2020 at the age of 64. She was a caring and compassionate woman with a great sense of humor. Shelly was the loving mother to Laura Silk-Ojo and her husband, Michael. Her favorite thing to do was to spend time with her grandson Kaden, her munchkin. Shelly also leaves behind four siblings, Rosalyn Gamble, Oscar Boring (Marsha), Wendy Shaulis (Robert), and Robert Boring (Jennifer). She is preceded in death by her parents,...
Shelly R. Silk passed away on June 21, 2020 at the age of 64. She was a caring and compassionate woman with a great sense of humor. Shelly was the loving mother to Laura Silk-Ojo and...
Terri L. Rhodes DERRY
Terri L. Rhodes, 57, of Derry, died Thursday June 18, 2020 at her home surrounded by loved ones. She was born December 20, 1962, in Greensburg, a daughter of David and Joanne Mautino O'Hara of Fairchance.
Terri was a US Navy Veteran and was a well known postal carrier in the Derry-Latrobe Area. She was a very spiritual and personable woman. She loved riding her Harley Davidson, gardening, traveling and going to the Outerbanks.
She was preceded in death by her son Dakotah Wayne...
Terri L. Rhodes, 57, of Derry, died Thursday June 18, 2020 at her home surrounded by loved ones. She was born December 20, 1962, in Greensburg, a daughter of David and Joanne Mautino O'Hara of...
Dolan C. Rummel LIGONIER
Dolan C. Rummel, 83, of Ligonier, died Thursday June 18, 2020 in UPMC-Shadyside Hospital. She was born January 25, 1937 in Ligonier, the daughter of the late Wilson and Opal Wolford Leonard.
She retired from the Valley School and previously had worked at the First Presbyterian Church Camp. She loved to read and enjoyed watching the wild life.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Lester B. Rummel and four brothers; Galen, Chester, Wesley and Wilson Leonard...
Dolan C. Rummel, 83, of Ligonier, died Thursday June 18, 2020 in UPMC-Shadyside Hospital. She was born January 25, 1937 in Ligonier, the daughter of the late Wilson and Opal Wolford Leonard.
She...
Nancy Ann Lockett DERRY
Nancy Ann Lockett, 58, of Derry, died Tuesday June 16, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loved ones.
She was born April 9, 1962 in Latrobe a daughter of the late Carl Stemmler and Eleanor Neiman Stemmler of Derry.
Nancy was a member of the American Blind Association. Being born blind she enjoyed reading her Braille Book, family gatherings and crafts. Criminal Minds and Little House on the Prairie were her favorite television shows.
In addition to her mother she is survived by her son Shawn...
Nancy Ann Lockett, 58, of Derry, died Tuesday June 16, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loved ones.
She was born April 9, 1962 in Latrobe a daughter of the late Carl Stemmler and Eleanor Neiman...
Marianne M. McAuliffe LIGONIER
Marianne M. McAuliffe, 79, of Ligonier, died peacefully Sunday June 7, 2020 at Life Promises, Cook Twp.. She was born January 23, 1941 in Latrobe a daughter of the late Edward and Mary Smith McAuliffe.
Marianne retired after 30years of service from the United States Postal Service. She loved to travel, garden, spend time with family and friends, playing her flutes and teaching others. She was a Native American Storyteller.
In addition to her...
Marianne M. McAuliffe, 79, of Ligonier, died peacefully Sunday June 7, 2020 at Life Promises, Cook Twp.. She was born January 23, 1941 in Latrobe a daughter of the late Edward and Mary Smith ...
Flora Mae Shaffer DERRY
Flora Mae Shaffer, 87, formerly of Derry, died Friday June 5, 2020 in Colonial Manor Rehab Center in York. She was born June 25, 1932 in Gray Station the only child of Sheridan and Lucy Jenkins Maiers.
She graduated from Latrobe Area High School, became a wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She retired from Excella Health Hospital in the Housekeeping department in the ER. She loved to read her bible, work crossword puzzles and spend time with family.
In addition to her parents...
Flora Mae Shaffer, 87, formerly of Derry, died Friday June 5, 2020 in Colonial Manor Rehab Center in York. She was born June 25, 1932 in Gray Station the only child of Sheridan and Lucy Jenkins...
John C. Patrick Jr. DERRY
John C. Patrick Jr., 78, of Derry, died peacefully at his home Tuesday June 2, 2020 surrounded by his family. He was born May 2, 1942 in Carlisle the son of the late John C. Patrick Sr. and Bertha Philabaum Patrick.
John was a US Army and Navy Veteran having served in Vietnam. He had retired from Torrance State Hospital and was a member of the Derry Volunteer Fire Department and the Derry Rod & Gun Club.
He is survived by his wife Peggy Will Patrick, three sons; Chris Patrick (Jessica)...
John C. Patrick Jr., 78, of Derry, died peacefully at his home Tuesday June 2, 2020 surrounded by his family. He was born May 2, 1942 in Carlisle the son of the late John C. Patrick Sr. and Bertha...
Geraldine F. "Geri" Smith DERRY
Geraldine F. "Geri" Smith, 77 of Derry, died Sunday, May 31, 2020 in the Bethlen Home, Ligonier. She was born June 18, 1942 in Derry, a daughter of the late Gerald F. and Ruth Bollinger Holman.
Geri was a member of the New Derry United Methodist Church. She had a strong faith, was a loving mother and adored being with her granddaughters.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Ralph T. Smith, her brother Robert Holman and her sister Shirley Holman.
She...
Geraldine F. "Geri" Smith, 77 of Derry, died Sunday, May 31, 2020 in the Bethlen Home, Ligonier. She was born June 18, 1942 in Derry, a daughter of the late Gerald F. and Ruth Bollinger...
Debarah V. Shawley Derry Township
Debarah V. Shawley, 60, of Derry, died Saturday May 30, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born June 30, 1959 in Latrobe, a daughter of the late Louis A. and Grace A. Isaacs Fisher.
She was a member of the Derry First United Methodist Church the Lady's Prayer Group and Bible Study. An ardent cook who loved her grandchildren, reading and crochetting.
Surviving are her loving husband James E. Shawley, her son David J. Shawley (Laurie) of Blacklick, daughter Amanda Zepp...
Debarah V. Shawley, 60, of Derry, died Saturday May 30, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born June 30, 1959 in Latrobe, a daughter of the late Louis A. and Grace A. Isaacs...
Brenda A. Mahkovic Derry Twp.
Brenda Ann Mahkovic, 39, of Derry Twp., died Wednesday May 27, 2020 in Excela Westmoreland Hospital after an extended illness. She was born July 4, 1980 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of Terry Boyd of Turtle Creek and the late Roseann Alexander Boyd.
Brenda had formerly worked at Dollar General in Derry prior to her illness. She lived for her daughters and was an excellent wife and mother. She will be sorely missed by her family.
In addition to her father she is survivedby her husband Ed,...
Brenda Ann Mahkovic, 39, of Derry Twp., died Wednesday May 27, 2020 in Excela Westmoreland Hospital after an extended illness. She was born July 4, 1980 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of Terry Boyd of...
Clyde E. Malnofsky Jr. Derry
Clyde E. Malnofsky (Pete), 74 of Derry, passed away peacefully at his home May 25, 2020. He was born November 29, 1945 in Greensburg a son of the late Clyde Malnofsky Sr. and Geraldine Kessler Malnofsky.
Pete is survived by his wife Rose (Waldron) Malnofsky and thier children Clyde Malnofsky III (Valerie) of Bovard, John D. Malnofsky (Jeanne) Latrobe and Veronica Simms (James Lang) Derry; three sisters Katherine Perrine, Suzie Patchan, Victoria Venincasa; eight grandchildren four great...
Clyde E. Malnofsky (Pete), 74 of Derry, passed away peacefully at his home May 25, 2020. He was born November 29, 1945 in Greensburg a son of the late Clyde Malnofsky Sr. and Geraldine Kessler...
Frederick R. Abbott Ligonier
Frederick R. Abbott, 87, of Ligonier, died Sunday May 24, 2020. He was born December 8, 1932 in McKeesport a son of the late Walter E. and Anna Abrams Abbott.
Fred had retired from AT&T after 37 years of service. He was a US Army Veteran and was a former Past Commander of the Byers-Tosh American Legion Post #267 in Ligonier and had been the Adjutant for many years.
He always wanted to help Veterans and it is appropriate that he passed on Memorial Day Weekend. He liked...
Frederick R. Abbott, 87, of Ligonier, died Sunday May 24, 2020. He was born December 8, 1932 in McKeesport a son of the late Walter E. and Anna Abrams Abbott.
Fred had retired from AT&T...
Nancy J. Ray Derry
Nancy J. Ray, 82, of Derry, died Thursday May 21, 2020 at her home. She was born September 24, 1937 in Derry a daughter of the late Alex W. and Ruth N. Hutchinson Hoyle.
Nancy loved her family, shopping with her daughter and being at her home.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Paul R. Ray, her siblings; Dick Hoyle, Shirley Joanne Henry, Walt Hoyle and Jack Hoyle.
She is survived by her children; Vicki Ray (Ed) of Homer City, Kevin Ray (Joe) of Chicago...
Nancy J. Ray, 82, of Derry, died Thursday May 21, 2020 at her home. She was born September 24, 1937 in Derry a daughter of the late Alex W. and Ruth N. Hutchinson Hoyle.
Nancy loved her family,...
Larene Murray Fulcomer Ligonier
Larene Murray Fulcomer, 91, of Ligonier, died peacefully Tuesday May 19, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born June 22, 1928 in Blairsville, a daughter of the late Raymond and Emma Singer Murray.
She was a member of Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church in Ligonier. One might say that she was the best pie baker and chocolate cake maker around. A good cook who also enjoyed reading and flower gardening.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband J....
Larene Murray Fulcomer, 91, of Ligonier, died peacefully Tuesday May 19, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born June 22, 1928 in Blairsville, a daughter of the late Raymond...
Kenneth B. "Zeke" Hall Derry
Kenneth B. "Zeke" Hall, 88, of Derry, died Monday May 18, 2020 at Walnut Ridge Memory Care in Greensburg. He was born January 12, 1932 in Mechesneytown a son of the late James H. and Phoebe Gardner Hall.
Ken was an employee of Labor Union #1451 of Latrobe for over 40 years. He was last employed by Danko Construction and was a "landlord" for over 30 years. He was a lifetime member of the Twin Maples Hunt Club, the Derry Rod & Gun Club and the Kingston Vets and...
Kenneth B. "Zeke" Hall, 88, of Derry, died Monday May 18, 2020 at Walnut Ridge Memory Care in Greensburg. He was born January 12, 1932 in Mechesneytown a son of the late James H. and...
Marjorie Neiderhiser Noel Ligonier
Marjorie Neiderhiser Noel, 93, of Ligonier, died on Monday, May 18, 2020 in Ligonier. Marge was a graduate of Ligonier High School, class of 1944, a member of the Covenant Presbyterian Church and a lifelong resident of the borough. She was the daughter of the late Mary Louise (Withrow) Ankney and the late Ray Neiderhiser. Prior to her retirement, she was a long time employee of the Ligonier Valley Library and, earlier, of the Town House Restaurant in Ligonier. The library was the perfect...
Marjorie Neiderhiser Noel, 93, of Ligonier, died on Monday, May 18, 2020 in Ligonier. Marge was a graduate of Ligonier High School, class of 1944, a member of the Covenant Presbyterian Church and...
Kenneth Dean "KDA" Ankeny Derry
Kenneth Dean Ankeny "KDA", 71, of Derry, died peacefully Sunday May 17, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born April 1, 1949 in Latrobe a son of the late Robert and Dorothy Moore Ankeny.
KDA was a USArmy Vietnam Veteran and had been a postal carrier in Derry for many years.
He belonged to the Kingston Club, the Derry Rod & Gun Club and the Derry F.O. E. #1612. He loved sports.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Harriet...
Kenneth Dean Ankeny "KDA", 71, of Derry, died peacefully Sunday May 17, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born April 1, 1949 in Latrobe a son of the late Robert and...
Jack Edward Downey III went to be with his Creator and Savior on May 17, 2020, at his home in Erie, Pennsylvania. He was 32 years old. He is survived by the love of his life, Amanda Close, and their beloved son, Bryson. He is also survived by his mother and stepfather, Dolores and Barry Faulkner, by a sister and brother-in-law, Kayla and Justin Sholes and his nephews, Reed and Finn, by his Pap, Aneurin Clawson, and by several Aunts, Uncles, and cousins. Jack...
Jack Edward Downey III went to be with his Creator and Savior on May 17, 2020, at his home in Erie, Pennsylvania. He was 32 years old. He is survived by the love of his life,...
Daniel E. Breniser Ligonier
Daniel E. Breniser, 66, of Ligonier, PA died Tuesday, May 12, 2020. “Danny” was born December 22, 1953, in Latrobe, PA, the firstborn of Romayne “Dottsie” Carota Breniser and the late Elvin “PeeWee” Breniser. “Danny” was a 1972 graduate of Ligonier Valley School and a member of Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church of Ligonier. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by the Plumbing and Pipefitters Union # 1451 and later had his own...
Daniel E. Breniser, 66, of Ligonier, PA died Tuesday, May 12, 2020. “Danny” was born December 22, 1953, in Latrobe, PA, the firstborn of Romayne “Dottsie” Carota...
Dorothy E. "Toots" Fish Ligonier (Waterford)
Dorothy E. "Toots" Fish, 94, of Ligonier (Waterford) died peacefully Sunday May 10, 2020 at her home. She was born July 12, 1925 in Waterford, a daughter of the late Bert and Mayme Kinsey Jones.
Toots was a member of the First Church of the Brethern of Waterford where she sang in the choir, belonged to the Women's Fellowship and the Young at Heart Church Group. She enjoyed reading, cooking, baking (nut rolls) and shopping.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in...
Dorothy E. "Toots" Fish, 94, of Ligonier (Waterford) died peacefully Sunday May 10, 2020 at her home. She was born July 12, 1925 in Waterford, a daughter of the late Bert and Mayme...
Denise E. Reeping Derry Twp.
Denise E. Reeping, 60, of Blairsville (Derry Twp.) died peacefully Friday May 8, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born August 7, 1959 in Latrobe a daughter of the late Thomas R. and Martha Kopetsky Black.
Denise was Catholic by faith. She spent many years as a floral designer. Her favorite occupation was being a wife, mother and grandmother. She loved her family vacations to the beach, Disney vacations with her grandchildren, trips to wine country with her...
Denise E. Reeping, 60, of Blairsville (Derry Twp.) died peacefully Friday May 8, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born August 7, 1959 in Latrobe a daughter of the late...
Ann C. Bechtold Bolivar
Ann C. Bechtold, 97, of Bolivar, died peacefully Wednesday May 6, 2020 with her husband at her side. She was born January 12, 1923 in Bolivar, a daughter of the late Luigi Dominick (DeAmicis) and Carina DeRugeris Dominick (DeAmicis). Luigi and Carina immigrated to the United States from Abruzzo, Italy in 1913. Their name was changed from DeAmicis to Dominick when they arrived at Ellis Island.
Ann was a member of Holy Family Roman Catholic Church in Seward, but was a...
Ann C. Bechtold, 97, of Bolivar, died peacefully Wednesday May 6, 2020 with her husband at her side. She was born January 12, 1923 in Bolivar, a daughter of the late Luigi Dominick...
Mark R. Jones Derry
Mark R. Jones, 63, of Derry, died Wednesday May 6, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born August 2, 1956 in Latrobe, a son of the late Frank R. and Edith Welsh Jones.
Mark was a member of the Derry First United Methodist Church and had retired as manager from Johnson Ace Hardware in Norvelt. Mark was a people person who was an avid golfer, sports fan and outdoor enthusiast. He loved traveling the Amish Country in Lancaster.
He is survived by his brother Thomas M. (Charlotte...
Mark R. Jones, 63, of Derry, died Wednesday May 6, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born August 2, 1956 in Latrobe, a son of the late Frank R. and Edith Welsh Jones.
Mark was a...
Vanessa Louise McCue, 60, of Latrobe died Sunday May 3, 2020, at Twin Lakes Rehabilitation Center, Greensburg, Pa. of complications Following a stroke. Vanessa was born April 29, 1960 in Latrobe, Pa. daughter of James K. Metz and Helen L. Metz. In addition to her parents Vanessa was preceded in death by her husband Thomas J. McCue in 2013. Vanessa and Thomas were married October 28, 2000 in Florida prior to departing on a Caribbean Cruise. A special thanks to Vanessa's...
Vanessa Louise McCue, 60, of Latrobe died Sunday May 3, 2020, at Twin Lakes Rehabilitation Center, Greensburg, Pa. of complications Following a stroke. Vanessa was born April 29, 1960 in...
John Richard Waldron, 49, of Export, died May 1, 2020. He was born March 21, 1971 in Latrobe, a son of the late Neal W. and Georginia Torockio Waldron.
He is survived by his loving wife Lynne Huber Waldron, his son who was his pride and joy Douglas Neal Waldron, his sister Gina Waldron of New Alexandria, his brother Neal Waldron (Meg) of Holidaysburg, several nieces and nephews.
John enjoyed handyman work, was an avid antique collector and loved to cook
At John's...
John Richard Waldron, 49, of Export, died May 1, 2020. He was born March 21, 1971 in Latrobe, a son of the late Neal W. and Georginia Torockio Waldron.
He is survived by his loving...
Charles M. "Cody" Hough Latrobe
Charles M. "Cody" Hough, 87, of Latrobe died Friday May 1, 2020. He was born December 29, 1932 in Latrobe a son of the late Charles M. and Ellen Steiner Hough.
He was a member of the Hope Evangelical Methodist Church in Youngstown.He started his career at McFeely Brick Yard and then worked out of the Carpenters Union for over fifty years (L&D and Dill Construction)
He had served as a fire policeman for the Lloydsville Fire Department.
In addition to his parents he was preceded...
Charles M. "Cody" Hough, 87, of Latrobe died Friday May 1, 2020. He was born December 29, 1932 in Latrobe a son of the late Charles M. and Ellen Steiner Hough.
He was a member of the...
Robert S. Sirgey Derry
Robert S. Sirgey, 84, of Derry, died Wednesday April 29, 2020 at his home. He was born July 2, 1935 in Unity Twp., a son of the late John and Helen Johnston Sirgey.
Bob was a member of St. Joseph Church in Derry and was a Pittsburgh Sports Fan.
He is survived by his loving wife Linda S. Bopp Sirgey, his dog Buddy, stepchildren, nieces and nephews.
Services and burial in St. Mary's Church Cemetery, Summerhill, were private for family.
McCabe Funeral Home, 300 W. Third Avenue, Derry...
Robert S. Sirgey, 84, of Derry, died Wednesday April 29, 2020 at his home. He was born July 2, 1935 in Unity Twp., a son of the late John and Helen Johnston Sirgey.
Bob was a member of St. Joseph...
John Paul Hughes Derry
John Hughes, 47, of Derry, passed away April 25, 2020 at home with his wife Melissa by his side. He was born February 14, 1973 in Jeannette, a son of the late Catherine Lyons Chishko.
He was employed at Quality Mold. John was known for his love of Jeeps, and his dynamic personality. He was always the life of the party with a smile on his face. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, riding motorcycles, camping, hunting and kayaking. John was the director of the Derry Rod...
John Hughes, 47, of Derry, passed away April 25, 2020 at home with his wife Melissa by his side. He was born February 14, 1973 in Jeannette, a son of the late Catherine Lyons Chishko.
He was...
Blanche M. Thomas Ligonier
Blanche M. Thomas, 89, of Ligonier, died April 24, 2020 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. She was born March 24, 1931 in London, England, a daughter of the late William and Alida Deleporte Stevenson.
Blanche is survived by her husband Kevin Thomas, her sons; Aidan D. Thomas (Ann) of Hinesburg, VT and Benedict "Ben" Thomas (Monica of Falls Church, VA. Four grandchildren; Elaney, Liam, Adam and Luc.
Services and interment in Ligonier Valley Cemetery were private for the family as per...
Blanche M. Thomas, 89, of Ligonier, died April 24, 2020 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. She was born March 24, 1931 in London, England, a daughter of the late William and Alida Deleporte...
Lola J. Smith Formerly of Derry
Lola Jane (McWherter) Smith, 85 from Fort Myers, Florida passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2020. Lola was born June 4, 1934 in Derry, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late Miles C. and Sara "Nell" Luther McWherter.
Lola is survived by her husband, Gerald B. Smith, Jr. and her sister Elsie (Honey) Barney, also of Fort Myers, FL. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers James L. McWherter, David M. McWherter, Sr. and her sister Louise E....
Lola Jane (McWherter) Smith, 85 from Fort Myers, Florida passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2020. Lola was born June 4, 1934 in Derry, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late Miles C. and Sara...
Annabelle M. Leighty Derry (Seger)
Annabelle M. Leighty, 95, of Derry (Seger), died Monday April 20, 2020 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. She was born in Derry Twp. a daughter of the late Anthony and Dolly Dias Waldron.
She was a member of the Derry First United Methodist Church, the Mary Martha Sunday School Class and former member of the O.E.S. Annabelle loved hugs, baking, cooking and being with her grandchildren.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Jacob Dale Leighty, a son Jacob Dale Leighty...
Annabelle M. Leighty, 95, of Derry (Seger), died Monday April 20, 2020 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. She was born in Derry Twp. a daughter of the late Anthony and Dolly Dias Waldron.
She was a...
Mary E. "Betty" Tragos Derry
Mary E. "Betty" Tragos, 92, of Derry died Tuesday April 14, 2020. She was born December 17, 1927 in Loyalhanna, a daughter of the late George Edward and Mary Andrako Slivoskey.
Betty was a member of St. Joseph Church in Derry.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Herman P. Tragos on January 8, 2008, a sister Helen McCracken and her brother John Slivoskey.
She is survived by several nieces and nephews.
Services and burial in St. Joseph Cemetery were...
Mary E. "Betty" Tragos, 92, of Derry died Tuesday April 14, 2020. She was born December 17, 1927 in Loyalhanna, a daughter of the late George Edward and Mary Andrako Slivoskey.
Betty was...
David A. Solomon of Bradenville, went to be with the Lord, Monday, April 13,2020 at Walnut Ridge Memory Care, Greensburg, PA.
Born July 21, 1942 in Latrobe, a son of the late Alex and Marie (Marsh) Solomon.
He was a loving husband of 58 years to his wife Judy (Ambrose) Solomon who survives; and their children; Joni Cairns, Jeffrey Solomon, Kevin Solomon (Christine) and Kimberly Rubino, grandsons; Jeremiah and Luke Cairns, granddaughters; Amanda Morgenstern (Darin), Lauren Solomon...
David A. Solomon of Bradenville, went to be with the Lord, Monday, April 13,2020 at Walnut Ridge Memory Care, Greensburg, PA.
Born July 21, 1942 in Latrobe, a son of the late Alex and Marie...
Joan L. Fritz Derry
Joan L. Fritz, 92, of Derry, died Thursday April 9, 2019 in the Loyalhanna Care Center. She was born March 21, 1928 in Derry, a daughter of the late Joseph W. and Mildred Pringle Leslie. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Russell G. Fritz and her three sisters; infant sister, Mabel Gene Leslie and Betty Fleck.
Joan had been a member of the Derry First United Methodist Church and had retired as a teacher's aide from the Derry Area School...
Joan L. Fritz, 92, of Derry, died Thursday April 9, 2019 in the Loyalhanna Care Center. She was born March 21, 1928 in Derry, a daughter of the late Joseph W. and Mildred Pringle...
Barbara J. Soukup, 87, of Derry died Thursday, April 9, 2020 at the Loyalhanna Care Center. She was born December 29, 1932 in Cleveland OH, the daughter of the late Andrew and Anna Taraba. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband James J. Soukup and son David A. Soukup.
Barbara enjoyed being a housewife and entertaining others with her wit and humor. She is survived by her son Gerald Soukup (Lynn) of Uxbridge, MA, daughter Susan Probst (Henry) and children Matthew and...
Barbara J. Soukup, 87, of Derry died Thursday, April 9, 2020 at the Loyalhanna Care Center. She was born December 29, 1932 in Cleveland OH, the daughter of the late Andrew and Anna...
Joseph A. Maloy Derry
Joseph A. (Mr. Oktoberfest) Maloy, 83. of Derry Died Thursday April 9, 2020. He was born June 1, 1936 in Peanut a son of the late John A. and Mary Shumaker Maloy.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his three brothers; John, Mike and George "Emmy" Maloy.
Joe was a US Army veteran. He had formerly worked for the Palo Alto Times newspaper as a printer in California and had retired from the US Postal Service. Other than family, Joe's love was music and...
Joseph A. (Mr. Oktoberfest) Maloy, 83. of Derry Died Thursday April 9, 2020. He was born June 1, 1936 in Peanut a son of the late John A. and Mary Shumaker Maloy.
In addition to his parents...
Janet L. Bollinger Derry
Janet Louise Clark Bollinger, 87, died after a lengthy illness on Wednesday, April 8, 2020, with her children at her side. Janet was the daughter of Anna Mae Ressler Clark and Clifford F. Clark. Janet is preceded in death by her husband Albert Earl Bollinger, who taught mathematics at Latrobe High School for many years. Janet and Albert were married for 55 years.
Born on August 27, 1932, Janet was a lifelong resident of Derry and a member of the First United...
Janet Louise Clark Bollinger, 87, died after a lengthy illness on Wednesday, April 8, 2020, with her children at her side. Janet was the daughter of Anna Mae Ressler Clark and Clifford F....
William E. Kennedy Ligonier
William E. Kennedy, 79, of Ligonier, passed away Monday April 6, 2020 at Excela Westmoreland Hospital after a long battle with Parkinsons Disease. He was born June 6, 1940 in Braddock the son of the late Earle and Florence Bergstresser Kennedy.
Bill was a member of the Pioneer Presbyterian Church in Ligonier having served on many projects and committees. He was a proud US Marine and had a strong love for the constitution, his country, and teaching young people about the constitution and...
William E. Kennedy, 79, of Ligonier, passed away Monday April 6, 2020 at Excela Westmoreland Hospital after a long battle with Parkinsons Disease. He was born June 6, 1940 in Braddock the son of...
Winifred O. "Winnie" Glasser Derry
Winifred O. "Winnie" Glasser, 97 of Derry, died Saturday March 28, 2020 at Brookdale of Latrobe where she had been a resident for the past seven years. She was born March 22, 1923 in Greensburg a daughter of the late James P. and Martha Blackburn Glasgow.
Winnie was methodist by faith but had been very active at St. Joseph Church of Derry working in the cafeteria, at parish dinners and a member of the Altar Rosary Society. She was a graduate of Greensburg High School class of 1941....
Winifred O. "Winnie" Glasser, 97 of Derry, died Saturday March 28, 2020 at Brookdale of Latrobe where she had been a resident for the past seven years. She was born March 22, 1923 in...
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