All Obituaries

Matushka Judy (Alderson) Horosky was called by our Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, May 17, 2018, peacefully at home, with her husband John and family at her side. She was born July 7, 1940 in Houston, PA. to the late Robert And Helen (Filius) Alderson. Matushka Judy was a member of St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church in Cannonsburg, PA. as well as churches in Moundsville, W. Va., Monesson, PA. and Philipsburg, PA. She attended the Chartiers-Houston Schools. While living in Punxsutawney,...

Mary R. Bellomo, age 66 of Punxsutawney, passed away Thursday, May 17, 2018 at UPMC Shadyside in Pittsburgh, with her family by her side. Mary was born September 16, 1951 in Punxsutawney, a daughter of the late Robert and Rachael (Liebert) Lantz. Mary was completely devoted to her family. She enjoyed nothing more than to be with her grandchildren and great grandchildren and was looking forward to the birth of her next great grandchild. She liked to work on her computer and do cross...

Merle F. Ray, 78 , of Derry Twp., died peacefully Tuesday May 15, 2018 at his home. He was born March 22, 1940 in New Derry the son of the late Merle C. and Mary Gruska Ray. Merle was a devoted family man who loved the outdoors , spending time with his many loyal friends and selling Real Estate for many years with Scalise Real Estate. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by an infant sister Kimberly Ray. He is survived by his loving wife of over 55...

Catherine E. Hill 90 of Derry, passed away Monday, May 14, 2018 at Mountain View Speciality Care. She was born on December 15, 1927 in Nanty Glo. She was a daughter of the late Robert Steeves and Katie Bell Bracken. She was retired from Torrance State Hospital as a LPN. In addition to her parents she is preceded by her husband Thomas Hill, a son William Hill and brothers Richard, Robert, David and Fred Steeves and sisters Ethel Steeves and Viola...

Larry S. Manges, age 60 of Punxsutawney, passed away Monday, May 14, 2018 at Punxsutawney Area Hospital. Larry was born July 11, 1957 in Punxsutawney. He was a son of the late George and Viola (Rischel) Manges. Larry was a truck driver for many years before retiring. After retirement he was able to enjoy riding his motorcycle, going camping and having cookouts with his family and friends. His greatest joy was the love of his fiance', children and grandchildren. He was very family...

Harry S. Kemp, age 87 of Rochester Mills, passed away Saturday, May 12, 2018 at his home, surrounded by his family. Harry was born August 28, 1930 in Redbank Twp., Armstrong Co., a son of the late Charles and Edna (Smith) Kemp. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his beloved wife Betty L. (Barnett) Kemp on February 26, 2015 along with one brother and two sisters. Harrys passion was hunting and spending time with the grandchildren. He is survived by his son; Edward C....

Alice T. Sprankle, age 85, of Punxsutawney, passed away Saturday, May 12, 2018 at Punxsutawney Area Hospital. Alice was born July 22, 1932 in Punxsutawney. She was a daughter of the late Harry and Christine (Steffy) Beatty. September 2, 1955, she married her beloved husband; Leroy Sprankle who preceded her in death. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by their daughter; Vickie Sprankle and their son; Greg Sprankle and his wife Judy and one brother; Jackson...

Jean H. Denny, 91, of Derry passed away Saturday, May 12, 2018. Born October 5, 1926 in Derry, a daughter of the late Elmer E. and Nellie Coho Hendrickson. Prior to retirement in 1989, she was a charge nurse in the Obstetrics Dept. at Latrobe Area Hospital. Jean was a 1944 graduate of Derry Borough High School, a 1947 graduate of Shadyside Hospital School of Nursing and received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing Education from the University of Pittsburgh in 1953. She also...

Deborah Ann Huffman Truswell, 61, of Yukon passed away May 11, 2018. She was born August 10, 1956 in Latrobe a daughter of the late Kenneth E and Althea Stoffer Huffman. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 45 years Jack Allen Truswell, a daughter Kelly Truswell, 1 sister, Laura Willforth, 3 brothers, John, Joseph, and Kenneth Huffman. She is survived by her daughters, Wendy Truswell, Jennifer (Ryan) Shannon and Jessica Truswell and...

Edith V. Bridge, 92, of Latrobe passed away peacefully on wednesday May 9,2018 at her home surrounded by her family. She ws born July 12, 1925 in Unity Township. A daughter of Edward and Myrtle (Harr) Myers. She was preceded in death by her son Francis P. Keough. She is survived by her husband of 62 years Eugene V. Bridge, her son Kevin Bridge and her three daughters; Gloria Stevens, Carol Galya and Holly Byich, along with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Edith was a...

Conrad J. Fortsch, age 87, of Punxsutawney, passed away Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at Punxsutawney Area Hospital. Conrad was born January 10, 1931 in Punxsutawney. He was a son of the late Clarence J. And Sara (Benson) Fortsch. He was a member of Ss. Cosmas & Damian Church where he was the caretaker and also did maintenance work. Conrad was preceded in death by his wife Bonnie (Custer) Fortsch, two brothers; John Fortsch, Thomas Fortsch and one sister; Sally Ann Fortsch. He is survived by...

Geraldine G. Powers Libengood, 96, of Latrobe (formerly of Hillside), went to be with her lord Sunday April 29, 2018 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. She was born April 15, 1922 in Bradenville a daughter of the late David and Mary Bush Powers. Geraldine attended the Bethany United Methodist Church in Latrobe and was a member of Christ Bible Fellowship in Indiana. She loved Jesus, canning, cooking and baking. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband...

Barbara A. (Astorino) Brink, age 85 of Rossiter, passed away Friday, April 27, 2018 at Jefferson Manor in Brookville. Barbara was born December 4, 1932 in Walston. She was a daughter of the late Charles and Angelina (Adams) Astorino. Barbara was a graduate of Saints Cosmas & Damian High School and was employed at Pramco and Bell Telephone. She was married to the late Robert J. Brink on April 19, 1997 at Saint Anthony’s Catholic Church in Walston where she volunteered for many...

Richard W. Payne Sr. 69, of Latrobe died Friday April 27, 2018 in the Bethlen Home, Ligonier. He was born December 6, 1948 in Latrobe a son of the late Howard L. Payne Sr. and Ruth E. Patterson Payne. He was a USArmy veteran having served in Germany during the Vietnam Era. He had worked for Atrium Window Factory in Murrysville and NAPA Auto of Latrobe. He was a member of the Derry Ukes and the F&J Bow Club. He enjoyed fishing. In addition to his parents he was...

Charles A. Gamble, 66, of Derry died Thursday April 26, 2018 in Excela Westmoreland Hospital. He was born September 6, 1951 in Latrobe a son of the late Metro Mitchell and Helen V. Dudley Gamble. Charlie was catholic by faith and was a USArmy Veteran. He owned and operated Gambles House of Carpet in Derry for many years. A true family man he loved spending time with his family. He was a member of the Derry Rod & Gun Club, the Slovak Club, Twin Maples and the White House...

Nancy V. (Galbreath) Marsh, age 76 of Punxsutawney, passed away Wednesday, April 25, 2018, peacefully at home with her beloved husband George by her side. Nancy was born February 5, 1942 in Johnstown. She was a daughter of the late William D. And Goldie M. (Mickle) Galbreath. Nancy was a 1960 graduate of Richland High School in Johnstown and after graduation she worked for Dean M. Wilson, D.D.S and Robert F. Huebner & Associates for many years before she retired. After retirement she...

James E. "Jim" Perry, 70, of Latrobe died unexpectedly Monday April 23, 2018 in UPMC-Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh. He was born November 11, 1947 in Latrobe a son of the late Ester McCurdy Estes. Jim was a proud USArmy veteran having served in Vietnam and was a life member of the American Legion Byers-Tosh Post 267, Ligonier. He was raised in Ligonier by his grandparents the late Charles and Ruth McCurdy. Jim retired in 2011 from Torrance State Hospital and had been...

Robert M. Dupak, 71, of Punxsutawney, passed away Monday, April 23, 2018 peacefully at home, with his wife Sandra at his side. Robert as born February 13, 1947 in Punxsutawney to the late George and Carmella (Chinque) Dupak. He was a US Navy veteran. Robert was a member of Ss. Cosmas & Damian Roman Catholic Church and also a 1965 graduate of SSCD School. Robert worked for over 32 years for the Department of Labor & Industry as an Appeals Referee before retirement. He was a loving...

Robert C. Patterson, 86, of Latrobe died Friday April 20, 2018. He was born January 2, 1932 in Perryville, Clarion County a son of the late Merle and Martha Yingling Patterson. Bob was a US Army Veteran having served in Germany and had retired from Westinghouse having worked in East Pittsburgh and Trafford. After he retired from Westinghouse he worked for Electric Research Management in Penn Hills. He was a member of the Derry Presbyterian Church where he was a deacon, was an...

Richard Blair Blose, age 82, of Punxsutawney, passed away, Monday, April 16, 2018, at Mulberry Square Elder Care & Rehabilitation Center. Richard was born December 22, 1935 in Timblin, a son of the late John Blair Blose and Lillie (McGregor) Blose. He was a proud US Marine Corps veteran serving his tour of duty during the Korean War from 1955 to 1957.Richard earned his associates Degree from DuBois Business College and worked with his parents to establish the Blose-McGregor Medicare...

Jay W. Chamberlain, 90, of Latrobe died Sunday April 15, 2018 at his home. He was born May 2, 1927 in Derry a son of the late Raymond Charles and Evelina Hofmann Chamberlain. Jay graduated early from Derry Boro High School where he was very active in sports and joined the Navy during World War II. He had worked for Kennametal retiring after 40 years of service and had been a bartender at the Rolling Rock Club for many years. Jay was a high school sports fan attending football and...

Mary Ellen Elsessor, age 58, of Punxsutawney, passed away peacefully on the morning of April 11, 2018. Mary was born January 15, 1960, in Fairfield, CA. to the late Loyd and Betty Bartlett. Mary was a graduate of Iroquis High School and at the time of her passing worked for the Store Planning sector of Walmart Corporation. Mary truly lived her life to the fullest, through simple pleasures; gardening, spending time with her grandchildren and dogs, sewing, cooking and riding motorcycles...

Ethel M. "Skip" Schantz, age 85, of Punxsutawney, passed away Saturday, April 7, 2018 at Mulberry Square Elder Care & Rehabilitation Center. Ethel was born on March 26, 1933 in Jerome, a daughter of the late Paul S. and Cozie V. (Troutman) Geist. Ethel was preceded in death by her husband Russell E. Schantz on November 2, 1998. She is survived by three sons; Harry Schantz, Charles Schantz and Gary Schantz all of Punxsutawney. two grandsons; Justin Schantz and wife Mariah and...

Mary Jane "Mickey" Bennett, age 81, of Mahaffey, passed away, Saturday, April 7, 2018, at Penn Highlands Dubois. Mickey was born December 23, 1936 in Mahaffey, to the late Frank and Anna (Costo) Breth, along with three brothers and three sisters. She is survived by her beloved husband James E. Bennett of Mahaffey. Mickey was the youngest and last surviving member of her family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. "Gam"...

Franklyn Andrew Herdman was born February 15, 1926, the fourth of seven children of Clarence P. and Mary Wahlrobe Herdman. He lived in Millwood and Derry for most of his life, except for two tours in the U.S. Navy. After the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, he quit school to volunteer for the military, following his three older brothers. He entered the Navy for World War II, with the majority of his first enlistment as a gunner's mate aboard LSM-141 to land and support the...

Theresa J. (Probst) Froio, 77, of Latrobe, PA., passed away on Thursday, March 29, 2018 at Latrobe Hospital. She was born May 19, 1940 in Latrobe a daughter of Henry and Catherine (Zemba) Probst. Theresa is survived by one son, Bernie Froio (Melany) of Shippensburg; one brother, Henry Probst (Susan) of Baggaley; one sister, Joyce Desport (Victor) of Derry; and two grandchildren, Nick and Ben. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Benard S. Froio...

George M. Clark, age 90 of Punxsutawney, passed away, Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at DuBois Nursing Home. George was born April 20, 1927 in Punxsutawney to the late Roy and Anna (McCormick) Clark. May 17, 1948 he married his beloved wife Gertrude “Isobel” Clark. She preceded him in death on August 6, 2006. In addition to his wife Isobel, he was preceded in death by his son in law; Doug Ferraro along with two brothers and three sisters. He was a proud WWII, US Army veteran....

Anna Marie Lanzendorfer Jordan, a lifelong resident of Punxsutawney, passed away on March 18, 2018, at the age of 96 after suffering a stroke. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald R. Jordan, in 2000. Anna Marie was a 1939 graduate of Punxsutawney Area High School. She then attended nursing school at Suburban General Hospital in Pittsburgh, graduating as a registered nurse. She worked at Suburban General Hospital as a nursing supervisor until enlisting in the Army Nursing Corps...

Jeffery W. Herb, 67, of Bradenville died Sunday March 18, 2018 at Select Specialty Hospital Latrobe. He was born December 26, 1950 in Pottstown a son of Katherine Klinger Herb of Latrobe and the late Curtis Herb. Jeff was a US Coast Guard Veteran having served in Alaska. He was a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America and had worked at many of the restaurants in Ligonier. He was known for his Halloween Wedding, being a fun guy and his signature dishes; Lobster Strudel,...

James H. Snodgrass, 91, of Derry passed away Saturday March 17, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 22, 1926 in Longbridge (Ligonier Township) the son of the late James H. and Margaret Over Snodgrass. He graduated from Latrobe High School, served in the US Navy during WWII and was employed by Latrobe Steel Company. He enjoyed RV trips with family and friends, fishing, hunting, bowling and bicycling. In addition, in his retirement years he enjoyed making wood...

Richard G. “Dick” Pifer, 79 o Punxsutawney, passed way Saturday, March 17, 2018 at home surrounded by his loving family. Dick was born January 12, 1939 in Punxsutawney, a son of the late Ellsworth and Bernice (Pierce) Pifer. He was preceded in death by his wife Patricia (Maines) Pifer in 1988. Dick was a US Navy veteran serving on the USS Hale # 642. He was the owner of Pifer’s Used Cars in Punxsutawney where he worked for may years before retirement. He loved NASCAR,...

Carole A. Lobue, 62, of Latrobe died Friday March 16, 2018 at her home. She was born November 20, 1955 in Latrobe a daughter of Harry and Mary Batsa Black of Bradenville. In addition to her parents she is survived by her daughter Michelle Lobue (Rinaldo) of Greensburg, her son Robert Lobue of Latrobe, her brother Edward Black of Stroudsburg, her sisters; Lynn Black of Bradenville and Donna Black of Stroudsburg. 2 grandchildren Jayden and Gabriella. Several cousins, nieces and...

Lorraine Jo Kaczynski, 65 of Punxsutawney, passed away Sunday, March 11, 2018 at Penn Highlands DuBois. Lorraine was born February 25, 1953 in Punxsutawney to the late John and Josephine (Ferrara) Rostas. She was a devoted member of Ss. Cosmas & Damian Church where she taught CCD for many years. She belonged to the Altar Rosary Society and CD of A. Lorraine was a LPN for over 30 years working in hospitals as well as private care and nursing homes around the area. She was also on the...

James I. "Wimp" Bullers, Jr. 86 of Mayport, passed away Saturday, March 10, 2018 at Penn Highlands Dubois. James was born December 5, 1931 in Dora to the late James I. Bullers, Sr. and Martha (Kuntz) Bullers. He is survived by his beloved wife Barbara E. (Richards) Bullers of Mayport. As a US Army veteran, Wimp proudly served his tour of duty during the Korean War where he was a machine gun operator. After returning from the war, he became a self employed miner and welder for...

Mary C. Dibert, 76 of Delmont, formerly of Derry, passed away March 10, 2018 at her home. She was born July 4, 1941 in Derry Township the daughter of Mary Adams Yenerall. Mary is survived by two sons Steve W. Dibert (Janet) of Cannonsburg, Michael D. Dibert (Jill) of Delmont. Her loving partner Bob Summersgill of Delmont, five grandchildren; Morgan and Carter Dibert, Joshua Walleck, Aidan and Dominic Dibert, several nieces and nephews. In addition to her...

Ilse M. Duralia, 93, formerly of Derry died Thursday March 8, 2018 in Excela Westmoreland Hospital. She was born January 22, 1925 in Kopfing, Austria a daughter of the late Anton and Anna Brand Meschik. Ilse was a member of St. Martin Roman Catholic Church and had retired from Torrance State Hospital having worked in food service. She loved spending time with family, playing cards and volunteering at the Senior Citizen Centers. In addition to her parents she was preceded...

Randall LeRoy Kromer, 74 of Punxsutawney, passed away, Friday, March 2, 2018 at home surrounded by his family. Mr. Kromer was born February 8, 1944 in Niagara Falls, NY. to the late Leroy C. and Dolly (Vinskowski) Kromer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife Helen M. Kromer in 2009 and one sister; Judith Aikens. Randall was an avid bench shooter and animal lover, especially his dog Oakley and his cat Precious. He was a member of the Moose Lodge # 954 in...

Doreen A. Schaffer, 58 of Punxsutawney, passed away Thursday, March 1, 2018 at UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh. Doreen was born August 7, 1959 in Dubois to the late David and Pauline (Jarbeck) Przybrowski. Celebrating 42 years together, she married her husband Dean Schaffer who survives. They were married October 30, 1976. Doreen loved spending time with her beloved grandchildren; Brittany Little, Shayne Little and wife Mary, Nicholas, Morgan and David Paul Brothers. She enjoyed taking...

Esther Jane Carrier, 92 of Punxsutawney, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at Punxsutawney Area Hospital. Esther Jane was born June 22, 1925 in Punxsutawney, a daughter of the late Gerald and Mabel Carrier. She graduated from Punxsutawney Area High School in 1942 and was the second highest in her class. In August of 1942 she joined the Christian & Missionary Alliance Church. She was a faithful Christian and enjoyed discussing the history of the church. Through the...

Vaughn C. Ross, 89 of New Stanton, passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at his home with his wife at his side. He was born January 11, 1929 in Blairsville, a son of the late James Eugene and Dorothy Merta Smith Ross. Vaughn graduated from Derry Boro High School in 1946 and enlisted into the Navy serving over two years. After graduation from IUP he received a commission in the Army where he spent 22 years from 1954-1976 and retired as a Lieutenant Colonel. He had been...

Victor W. Burkhart, 91, of Derry died Tuesday February 27, 2018 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. He was born January 4, 1927 in Baggley a son of the late William and Edna Piper Burkhart. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son Edward A. Burkhart and a sister Mildred Ritenour. Vic is survived by his wife Doris I. Dunmire Burkhart, his brother Donald Burkhart (Viola) of Latrobe, his sister Ruth Wilford of Blairsville, sister-in-laws; Mary Palmer (Ted) and...

Ronald Earl Shirley, 79 of Punxsutawney, passed away Saturday, February 24, 2018 at Mulberry Square Elder Care & Rehabilitation Center. Ronald was born October 31, 1938 in Punxsutawney, a son of the late Francis E. And Della Mae (Barnett) Shirley. He was a member of the CMA Church in Punxsutawney and was a truck driver for Wm G. Saterlee & Sons where he worked for 18 years before retiring. He is survived by his stepsons; Larry Shaffer and wife Carol of Van, PA., John Shaffer of...

Donald L. Miller Sr., 71 of Blairsville died Friday February 23, 2018 in the Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center. He was born August 18, 1946 in Latrobe a son of the late Donald E. and Elaine Marks Miller. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a daughter in law Irene Bialas Miller and 2 brother in laws; John Fircetz and Ronald Beeman Jr. Don was a USArmy Vietnam Veteran. He formerly worked at Latrobe Aero Die Casting. He is survived by his wife Mary...

Betty Louise Loughry, 94 of Rochester Mills, passed away Tuesday, February 20, 2018. Betty was born August 12, 1923 in Indiana County to the late Francis and Edith (Neely) Wissinger. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her beloved husband Billy R. Loughry on December 29, 2014 and an infant daughter Connie Louise. Betty was a Charter Member of the Marion Center Bowling League as well as the 500 Club of Marion Center. She was the former Tax Collector for E. Mahoning Twp....

Daniel V. Albaugh, 62, of Latrobe died Tuesday February 20, 2018 at his home. He was born June 12, 1955 in Latrobe a son of the late Howard E. Albaugh and Marjorie Harr Blystone. Dan was a Vietnam Veteran having served in the Marines, operated his own towing and mechanic business and was fond of Harley's and his 68 Chevelle. He had been a firefighter for many years. He is survived by his loving wife Cathy Nemcheck Albaugh, a son Daniel V. Albaugh Jr. (Sheila) of...

Shirley R. Neese, 71, of Derry, passed peacefully February 20, 2018 at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born October 31, 1946 in Indiana a daughter of the late William E. and Meredith Berkebile Pease. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a sister Jean Peterman. Shirley retired from the Derry Area School District after many years of service. She enjoyed spending time with her husband Butch watching TV and her cat Val. Her grandaughter...

William E. Dunmire, 73 of Curwensville,passed away Monday, February, 19, 2018 at VA Medical Center in Oakland. William was born July 31, 1944 in Punxsutawney a son of late Lester and Henrietta (Bouch) Dunmire. William was the Owner and Operator of and Auto Body shop in Nevada for many years and enjoyed retirement. He was a veteran of the US Marine Corps. He is survived by a son; William E. Dunmire II, daughter; Theresa Dunmire, grandson; William E. Dunmire III along with his siblings;...

Virginia A. "Ginger" Marshall, 59 of Mahaffey, passed away Friday, February 16, 2018 at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center in Johnstown. Ginger was born July 6, 1958 in Spangler, a daughter of the late Howard J. and Eleanor (McMasters) Spaid. Ginger worked many years as a CNA at Ridgeview Elder Care & Rehabilitation Center and CRI. She loved reading, knitting and watching the beautiful birds in her backyard. Ginger is survived by her beloved husband Ronald Marshall of...

Arthur J. Price, 60 of Mahaffey,passed away Monday, February 12, 2018 at Mountain Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Arthur was born December 5, 1957 in Mahaffey to the late Homer and Margaret E. (Temple) Price. Arthur is survived by his son; Scott W. Price and Fiancee' Danielle Giffin and his daughter; Amanda S. Price. Six grandchildren; James M. Price, Tina R. Smith, Jonathan Smith, Jr., Hannah Smith , Hope Smith and one great -granddaughter; Gracie Price. One sister; Sue...

William C. Bracken Sr., 86, of Derry (Hillside) died Saturday February 10, 2018 at his home. He was born November 12, 1931 in Latrobe a son of the late Frederick and Lula Cogan Bracken. Bill was a USArmy veteran having served in Korea. He worked for many years out of the Local 1451. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping and playing the lottery. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Jackie Cronin Bracken, a son William C. Bracken Jr., a daughter...