Dec 4, 2025

Joseph "Skip" Kulha Jr. 78, of Latrobe, PA, passed on December 4th, 2025. He was born December 11, 1946. Preceded in death by his son Jeffrey Joseph, his parents Joseph and Cecelia (Gendek) Kulha, brothers Michael and John. Joseph retired from the US Postal Service as a Postmaster in Scottdale, PA. After his retirement, he worked in the finance office...

Nov 29, 2025

Mary T. Nock, 76, of Norvelt, passed away on November 29, 2025. Born on October 25, 1949, in Mt. Pleasant, she was the beloved daughter of the late John and Margaret Nock.

Mary was a 1967 graduate of Greensburg Central Catholic and went on to earn her bachelor's degree in mathematics from the University of Pittsburgh in 1971. She spent...

Nov 23, 2025

Robert H. "Bob" Lowther, Jr., 77, of Norvelt, lost his battle with Alzheimer's disease on November 23, 2025. Born March 27, 1948, Bob was the oldest son of Florence (Cummings) and the late Robert H. Lowther Sr.

After graduating from Mt. Pleasant high school, Bob enlisted in the United States Marine Corps where he served as an aviation mechanic...

Nov 20, 2025

Dennis R. Shafer, 63, of Acme, passed away unexpectedly on November 20, 2025. He was born March 26, 1962, in Mount Pleasant, a son of the late James and Rachel "Bonnie" Shafer. Dennis was the proprietor of Shafer Carpentry for over 40 years.

He enjoyed mushroom hunting, playing bingo, and collecting junk.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased...

Nov 16, 2025

Michael George Kulha, age 82, of Hempfield, passed away on November 16, 2025. He was born September 27, 1943 in Latrobe, a son of the late Joseph and Cecelia Kulha.

Prior to retirement Michael worked as a machinist, contributing his skills to Tooling Specialist Inc and Avanti Engineering.

Michael's passion for life was reflected in his unwavering support for the...

Nov 13, 2025

Ronald "Ron" Dean Reese, 64, of Latrobe, passed away unexpectedly on November 13, 2025.

Ron lived a life marked by generosity, strong loyalty to his roots, and a deep appreciation for the people around him. He loved to celebrate life in every sense - especially through cooking, sharing meals, and gathering with family and friends. His energy, humor, and ability to...

Nov 3, 2025

Glenn Eugene Shaffer, 58, of Kecksburg, died Monday, November 3, 2025. He was born September 12, 1967, in Mt. Pleasant, the only son and youngest child of the late Merle E. Shaffer and Joyce M. (Kirchner) Shaffer.

Glenn was a graduate of Mount Pleasant High School and Triangle Tech, where he earned an Associate Degree in Mechanical Drafting and Design....

Aug 30, 2025

Ellamae Keck Hoggatt, "Dereen" went to be with her precious Lord and Savior on the morning of August 30, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. She passed from this realm to the next at 100 years young. As a wife to Col. Ralph Sellers Hoggatt and mother to their three children and grandmother to three grandchildren, her main focus was to...

Aug 27, 2025

Aug 8, 2025

Helen L. DeFlorio, of Hecla, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025, at the age of 103. Born on April 18, 1922, she lived a long and fulfilling life, marked by her devotion to family, faith, and simple joys.

Helen was a cherished member of St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church in Trauger. Her love for baking was well-known among family and...

Aug 8, 2025

Aug 7, 2025

James Gardner Coldren, Sr., 87, passed away on August 7, 2025. Born June 27, 1938, to the late Leland and Agnes (Stewart) Coldren.

A 1956 graduate of Uniontown High School, he enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1958 and served four years in Germany, where he trained as a nuclear weapons technician.

Prior to his retirement in 1991, James worked as a...

Aug 1, 2025

John A. "Bachie" Galando, Sr., a cherished father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on August 1, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on September 12, 1951, in Mammoth. He was the son of the late Anthony and Eleanor Galando.

John was a dedicated machinist by trade, known for his strong work ethic and commitment to his craft. Outside of his...

Jul 29, 2025

Christine H. Moninger, 77, of New Stanton, passed away on July 29, 2025, at the IHS Westmoreland Hospital with her family by her side.

Throughout her life, Christine had an array of hobbies and interests that brought her happiness. She loved birds and German Shepherds, enjoyed putting together puzzles, and found fulfillment in her gardening endeavors. However, nothing brought her more...

Jul 19, 2025

Tammie J Lutton, 65, passed peacefully, surrounded by her family on, July 19th. She was a loving, caring soul, who touched many lives with her wit, humor, and honesty. She was preceded in death by her grandparents and parents Rev. Donald (Elsie) Cochran. Tammie is survived by her daughters and bonus sons; Brandi (Tony) Murphy, Candi (Billy) Goodlin. Grandchildren; Aidan...

Jul 12, 2025

Charles “Chuck” D. Kapalka, age 81 of Greensburg, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025. Chuck was born on February 11, 1944, to the late Paul and Ida Dillon Kapalka. 

He worked as a machinist over a 40+ year career and was known for his dedication and strong work ethic. He developed in early appreciation for the past in retirement studying...

Jul 11, 2025

Charles "Chuck" Kauffman, born March 22, 1957, in Mount Pleasant, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025, at the age of 68, surrounded by his loving family at IHS Westmoreland Hospital.

Chuck was a dedicated and hardworking individual who retired from the parts department of Bobcat of Pittsburgh. Throughout his life, he found joy in the great outdoors, particularly enjoying fishing,...

Jun 27, 2025

Edward E. Matsko, “39”, of Norvelt, passed away on June 27, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of passion and dedication, having spent his life as a skilled mechanic. Edward lived and breathed cars, participating in many regional car shows for which he won many 1st place awards and dedicating 55 years to the thrill of drag racing in class...

Jun 20, 2025

Billie B. Sotkowski, 88, of Norvelt, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025. Born on April 27, 1937, in Anderson, Indiana, she was a daughter of the late Bert and Olean Lesser.

Her passions included clipping recipes, canning, thrifting, and antiquing. She was known for her keen eye at yard sales and her ability to find hidden treasures. Billie's compassionate nature...

Jun 18, 2025

Roy A. McWilliams, 64, of Latrobe, passed away on June 18, 2025. He was born December 12, 1960. He dedicated his life to the open road, working tirelessly as a truck driver, spending many years with M&M Trucking.

Roy had a passion for the rumble of engines and the thrill of competition, frequently attending tractor pulls and truck shows. He was...