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...

Jan 22, 2024

John William Rosenbauer, age 72, of Norvelt, PA, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2024, at Independence Health System Westmoreland Hospital. Born on July 14, 1951, in Braddock, he was the son of the late John C. and Margaret (Geiger) Rosenbauer.

John dedicated many years of his life to his work as a truck driver for Taylor Leasing. He took great...

Jan 13, 2024

Deborah L. Pletcher, 66, of Mount Pleasant, PA, died in her home on January 13, 2024 surrounded by her loving husband of 48 years, Richard L. Pletcher and grandson Kaedon Klosky.

She was received in death by her son, Richard L. Pletcher, Jr and daughter, Tracijo M. Pletcher, and brothers, Richard D. Blair and Barry L. Blair (Marie).

She is survived by...

Jan 13, 2024

Agnes Earlene Kochis, also known as Aggie, peacefully passed away Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024, at the age of 77 in her home in Latrobe. Aggie was born Oct. 18, 1947, in Greensburg. Throughout her life, Aggie faced numerous health challenges, including a head injury that led to disability retirement and strokes that left her paralyzed on the right side and...

Jan 12, 2024

Geraldine J. Zaronsky, 88, of Mt. Pleasant, died Friday, Jan. 12, 2024, at the Elizabeth Seton Memory Care Center, Greensburg. She was born Feb. 22, 1935, a daughter of the late Stephen and Helen Shander Stepanik. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Jean Christie. She was a member of Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary...

Jan 10, 2024

Dorla J. Miller, of Mt. Pleasant, peacefully passed away on January 10, 2024, at Harmon House. She was born on October 18, 1936, in Acme, to the late Brooks and Clara Wadsworth. Dorla dedicated her life to caring for others as a Registered Nurse at Westmoreland Hospital. Outside of work, Dorla found joy in various activities. She particularly enjoyed time...

Jan 7, 2024

Catherine A Gales-Galley beloved wife, mother, daughter – age 55 of Jeannette PA passed away unexpectedly in her sleep the morning of Sunday January 7th 2024. She was born 10-04-1968 in Florida to Audrey and the late Wesley B Gales. She graduated in 1986 from Hempfield High School. She was preceded in death by her sister, Carolyn R and father...

Dec 19, 2023

Christian Langley Alexander Hamilton was born on January 19,1996, soon after his identical twin Joshua. Christian was a great athlete that put his heart and soul into football, baseball, basketball, and broom ball. He was such a kind soul, loyal friend, and amazing brother, uncle, and son. He had started at Live! Casino as a table games dealer and especially...

Dec 19, 2023

Cecelia C. Miscovich, 97, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023, at Independence Health System Westmoreland Hospital. She was born Oct. 22, 1926, in Jeannette. Cecelia helped as the longtime secretary and office manager of Miscovich Asphalt & Paving. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Leonard J. Miscovich; her parents, Karol and Marcyanna (Lipski) Zlotkowski; her brother, Stanley;...

Dec 14, 2023

Cheryl A. Kubasky, age 65, of Mount Pleasant Twp, passed away with her loving family by her side at 12:06 PM on December 14, 2023, at West Penn Hospital due to complications from leukemia. She was born in Mount Pleasant on July 3, 1958, to the late Frank and Helen (Soforic) Karfelt. Cheryl spent 23 years in the shipping department...

Dec 2, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mitchell “Mitch” Levendusky. Mitch passed away on December 2, 2023 at the age of 63. Mitch was born to Daniel and Carrie Levendusky on November 15, 1960 in Mount Pleasant. Mitch graduated from Mount Pleasant Area High School. Mitch furthered his education in trade school attaining the title of...

Nov 29, 2023

George Edward Kelly, lover of beaches, lighthouses and “goin’ for a ride,” passed away November 29, 2023 at age 89. The beloved husband of Patricia (Pavick) Kelly was born in Greensburg, PA on August 1st, 1934 to Eli and Mary (Sapola) Kelly. George is survived by his loving family David and Cindy Kelly and their children Tricia and Michael; Mary...