May 15, 2024

Brandon M. Oberley, age 40, of Hecla passed away suddenly on May 15, 2024. He was born in Mount Pleasant on August 1, 1983, a son of Michael Oberley and Kimberly (Klosky) Oberley.

 

He attended Mount Pleasant High School and worked for the last several years as a machinist. Brandon had a talent for baking and cooking, two things he enjoyed....

May 14, 2024

John P. Kelly, 91, of Norvelt, PA, passed away peacefully Tuesday May 14, 2024 at Hempfield Manor. Born March 31, 1933 in Brinkerton, PA, he was the son of the late Thomas P. and Anna (Wassil) Kelly. 



John was a member of St. Florian Parish for 91 years and served on Parish Council for 17 years. He is survived by his...

May 8, 2024

Mary C.  “Sandy” Horwatt, 77, of Greensburg, passed away surrounded by her family on May 8, 2024 at RNC Greensburg. She was born in Greensburg on July 13, 1946, a daughter of the late Carl and Ethel True.

 

Sandy enjoyed the rolling waves and sandy shores in Ocean City, NJ. She cherished horseback riding and found excitement in the vibrant lights...

May 3, 2024

William E. Back, 62, of Mammoth, passed away suddenly at home on May 3, 2024. He was born in Jeannette on August 14, 1961 to James and Dorothy Back.

 

Bill worked as a mechanic and was the owner of Mammoth Auto. He was a member of the Mount Pleasant Lions Club, the Three Rivers Ford Model A Club, and St. Florian...

May 1, 2024

Irene Cibulas Balazek, 98, passed peacefully at her home in Latrobe on May 1, 2024. She was born on March 16, 1926 to John and Anna (Hajduk) Cibulas. Irene was originally from Norvelt, but moved to many states where her husband’s job took them.  She was predeceased by her husband David Balazek, six brothers, Joseph, John, Edward, William, Steve and Eugene...

Apr 26, 2024

Stewart L. Shaffer, 90, of Mt. Pleasant Township, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, April 26, 2024. 

He was born November 12, 1933, in Kecksburg, son of the late Fairmont and Daisy (Slater) Shaffer. 

Stewart was a devout Christian, singing at many church services and weddings. Those who heard his voice knew his passion for the Lord. Stewart...

Apr 11, 2024

Michael Adam Viazanko, II, age 89, of United, PA, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2024. He was born on March 15, 1935, a son of the late Michael and Susan Viazanko.

 

He was a lifetime member of St. Florian Church. After graduating high school, Michael proudly served 6 years in the Army. Upon returning home, he took over the family...

Apr 9, 2024

Apr 8, 2024

Leona Ruth Baker Lewis, 96 of Norvelt, passed away April 8, 2024 at Kelly's II Personal Care Home in Unity Township. She was born March 29,1928 in Mammoth, daughter of the late Howard S Baker and M. Elizabeth Miller Baker Ault. She was a graduate of Hurst High School, class of 1946. She married her grade school sweetheart, Gerald (Jerry)...

Apr 5, 2024

Gloria Mae Alling Williams, of Acme, passed away at the age of 97 on April 5, 2024, at St. Anne Home in Greensburg. 

Gloria led a life filled with dedication and service. She earned her bachelor's degree in education at 64 years old from California University and shared her knowledge and passion for learning as a teacher at Mt Zion Christian...

Mar 31, 2024

Ronald “Dutch” Grace, 87, passed away peacefully Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024 at Greene Rehab and Care Center. Ron was born in Armbrust on August 7, 1936 to the late Tildan Grace and Barbara Florence (Baker).

 

He is survived by his loving wife, Joann Grace, his two furry dog companions Chloe and Daisy, daughters Florence Grace, Kathleen Lee, Wendy Grace and...

Mar 22, 2024

Claudia M. McClain, age 91, passed away at 6:45am on March 22, 2024 in the Harmon House, Mt. Pleasant. She was born May 25, 1932 in Mt. Pleasant, a daughter of Nelle Murray and raised by her grandparents Oscar and Mary Sprung.

 

Claudia led a life filled with compassion and devotion to her loved ones. Throughout her years, she found joy...

Mar 21, 2024

Mar 20, 2024

Joseph John Bann, 63, of Bellefonte, PA, formerly of Norvelt, died Wednesday March 20, 2024 in Mount Nittany Medical Center, State College PA. 

 

Born June 27, 1960 in Greensburg PA a son of the late Raymond and Mary (Grec) Bann. He was employed by the Governors Pub in Bellefonte as their restaurant manager. He was preceded in death by a brother...

Feb 25, 2024

Edward J. Sivak, passed away on February 25, 2024, at the age of 81. Ed was born in Mt. Pleasant on June 2, 1942, and throughout his life, he left a lasting impact on those around him.

 

Growing up in the family business, Sivak Studebaker Sales & Service, Ed developed a passion for mechanics and automobiles. He also worked at Elliott's...

Feb 22, 2024

Heaven gained another angel on the evening of Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024. Hand in hand with her loving husband of 52 years, Lyn passed peacefully and was welcomed into the arms of her mother and father as she crossed through heaven's gates. 

She was as beautiful inside as out, with a heart of gold. Known for NEVER "sugar coating anything" and...

Feb 20, 2024

William Paul Fodiak, 68, passed away at home surrounded by his family on February 20, 2024. He was an award-winning print journalist and educator.

He was born in Latrobe in 1955 to the late Michael Fodiak and Theresa Fodiak (née Paterchak) and grew up in Trauger. He created the Sportsman's Diary newspaper at age 16. He attended Duquesne University and graduated...

Feb 12, 2024

Arnold Scott Richwine loved a monster movie. Any monster would do, but Scott saved his deepest affection for the oversized, shrieking, city-smashing behemoths of 1950s Japan. Many have suspected, and we can now confirm, that it was from multiple re-watchings of Godzilla movies on bootleg VHS that Scott first learned, tragically, to yodel. He honed his yodeling skills under the...

Feb 4, 2024

Richard A. Barchesky, age 70, of Acme, passed away on February 4, 2024, at Independence Health System Frick Hospital. He was born on July 5, 1953. Richard worked for over 40 years as an insurance adjuster for State Farm, dedicating his career to helping others during difficult times.

Outside of work, Richard found joy in spending time with his beloved grandchildren....

Jan 26, 2024

Genevieve “Gene” J. Harvan, age 94, of Hecla, passed away on January 26, 2024 in the Independence Health System Westmoreland Hospital after a brief illness. She was born in Hecla on March 26, 1929 to the late Stephen and Agnes Harvan. 

Gene retired from Powerex, formerly Westinghouse Semiconductor, Youngwood, a 1947 graduate of Hurst High School and a lifetime member of...