All Obituaries

Margaret C. Bloom, 88 of Grampian, passed away Friday, October 11, 2019, at Ridgeview Elder Care in Curwensville. Margaret was born November 12, 1930, in Detroit Michigan to the late Earl and Helen (Moore) Campbell. She was a member of St. Bonaventure Church in Grampian where she was on the finance committee and was a 1948 graduate of St. Francis School in Clearfield. She retired from Helmbold & Stewart of Clearfield. She also belonged to the IAAP Secretary Association. Margaret is...

James Michael “Mick“ Depp,73, of 119 Cypress St. Punxsutawney, Pa. passed away on Thursday, October 10, 2019, at his home. He was born in Punxsutawney, on Nov.1, 1946 to the late James M. Depp and wife Betty Lou Scava Depp. Mick was a graduate of Punxsutawney Area High School where he was actively involved in sports and received many awards for his achievements in football, basketball and baseball. Upon graduation in 1964 he received a football scholarship to the University of...

William Max Shields, 83 of Rochester Mills, passed away Thursday, October 3, 2019, at Penn Highlands DuBois. William was born August 16, 1936, in Punxsutawney, to the late Henry and Maxine Edith (Gourley) Shields. November 5, 1960, he was married by Rev. Pearce to Margaret G. (Smith) Shields at the Marchand Church Parsonage. She survives and resides in Rochester Mills. He was a member of the Covode United Methodist Church. He attended his first 6 years of school in the one room schoolhouse...

Margaret A. "Peg" Chilcote, 82 of Mahaffey, Passed away Thursday, October 3, 2019, at Penn Highlands DuBois. She was born August 20, 1937, in Philipsburg, to the late Stephen and Mary (Luther) Blasko. Peg was a member of The Oasis Ministry in Dubois. She and her late husband Harry C. Chilcote, Sr., traveled many places for missionary work which they did for many years together. She also taught Sunday School at the Calvary Chapel Church and was Head Cook at the Mt. Calvary Camp...

Clara Jane Ashbaugh, 78, of Derry passed away peacefully October 2, 2019 at Canterbury Place Pittsburgh after enjoying a week at the beach. She was born December 8, 1940 in Latrobe a daughter of the late Joseph and Ruth Elizabeth Morrison Baker. Jane loved the ocean, trips to the casinos and the Steelers. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Raymond Ashbaugh, a sister Ruth Heffelfinger, and three brothers; Austin, John and Gordon Ridge. She is survived by...

David A. Leary, 54, of Derry died Wednesday October 2, 2019 in Twin Lakes Rehabillitation Center in Greensburg. He was bornMarch 14, 1965 in Latrobe a son of the late Thomas and Charlotte Clawson Leary. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers, George and James Leary. David was a member of the F.O.E. #1612, Rod and Gun Club and the Ukranian Club all of Derry. He liked to stop at Tommasinis Tavern to see all of his friends there and loved being one with nature,...

Thomas M Tubbs, 82 of Curwensville passed away Sunday September 29th with his family by his side. Tom was born October 16, 1936 in Lumber City, PA, the son of Singleton and Mary Elizabeth (Gearhart) Tubbs. He was Methodist by faith. On April 12, 1963 he wed Helen Thompson Killion in Clearfield by Rev Roy Houser. They had a wonderful marriage of 54 years. He managed various grocery stores in the area throughout his career and was also employed by NARCO for a period of time. He served in the...

Joey C. Lamoreau, 63 of Mahaffey, passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2019, at UPMC Altoona. He was born September 4, 1956, in Clearfield to the late Clair and Barbara (Lentz) Lamoreau, Sr. Joey was always tinkering. He enjoyed working on and repairing small engine’s and race cars but most of all he loved riding his motorcycle. He is survived by two children; Jimmy Lamoreau of Brisbin and Valerie Berg and husband Bryon of Windber. Two brothers; Clair Lamoreau Jr. and wife Brandi of...

Marion V. Reitz, 89, went to be with her loving husband of 58 years, Seiler, on September 23, 2019. Marion was born November 25, 1929, in Hillman. She was the daughter of the late Guy and Alta (Lowmaster) Spencer. Marion was a graduate of Punxsutawney Area High School and worked at Sylvania in Brookville until her marriage on May 17, 1952. She was a stay at home wife and mother. She was very devoted to her husband and three children and provided a loving home. She worked with Girl Scouts and...

  Patricia Lee Campbell of Derry, passed away Monday September 23, 2019 at her home. She was born December 27, 1933 in Latrobe a daughter of the late Irene Blystone and Michael Spehar and step father Stanley Walker. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years Joseph B. Campbell Jr. ("Coach") Patty enjoyed working at the Latrobe Hello Shop and volunteering at the Latrobe Hospital Little Shop. She also enjoyed reading mystery novels and...

Madeline F. Sawyer, 95, of Punxsutawney, passed away Monday, September 23, 2019, at Christ the King Manor in DuBois. She was born May 22, 1924, in Belleville, WV., to the late Delbert A. and Cynthia (Toomey) Flinn. She was a member of the Assembly of God Church. Madeline was the owner of the former Golden Mean Candle Gift Shop in Big Run. She was married to Pastor William L. Sawyer who preceded her in death in 1983. Together, they had four children; Rick Sawyer of WV., David Sawyer and wife...

  Raymond O. Irwin, 96, of Latrobe passed away September 17 , 2019 at Westmoreland Hospital. Ray was a lifelong member of Covenant Presbyterian Church of Ligonier. He was a graduate of Ligonier Valley High School. After graduation he enlisted in the Army serving in Europe during WW II. During his military service he received the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. After 25 years of service he retired from the United States Postal Service in Ligonier. Ray was a lifetime member of...

Deloris R. Bryer, 90, of Hostetter, passed away Tuesday September 17, 2019 at Excela Westmoreland Hospital. She was born March 18, 1929 in Corbin, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Emanuel and Mazie Lovell Broadway. Deloris is survived by her loving family; sons; Robert E. Bryer (Mary) of Prairieville, Louisianna and Ollie Bryer (Natalie) of Greensburg. Daughters; Deloris Young, Violet Lovell both of Hostetter and Myrtle Smith (Melvin) of Latrobe. Numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren,...

Terry J. Deglau, 79, died Sept. 14, 2019 at Redstone Senior Care Center in Greensburg. He was born August 17, 1940, the only child of Henry J. and Mary Edsall Deglau of Derry, PA. Terry graduated from Derry High School in 1958 and from Rochester Institute of Technology with a BS Degree in Photographic Science in 1964. Terry and his wife Gretchen, also a RIT graduate, returned to the Latrobe area to join his father Henry, a professional photographer, at Deglau Studio. For the next twenty...

Eugene R. Roble, 62, of Derry died Thursday September 12, 2019 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. He was born September 12, 1957 in Latrobe a son of the late Paul and Virginia Wano Roble. Gene worked as a dry wall finisher, was a member of the Lloydsville Fire Hall social club and enjoyed camping. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son David Roble. He is survived by his wife of 22 years Tammie Clark Roble, his daughter Ariah Roble at home, a sister Carol Reese (George) of...

Dekova Guy Scott Marsh 14, of Marion Center passed away on September 4, 2019 at his home. He was born on October 28, 2004 in DuBois, PA. Dekova attended Marion Center High School and was in 9th grade and was a member of the boy scouts troop 50 of Marion Center. Playing video games was Dekova’s favorite thing to do. He played games on his cell phone, Nintendo Switch, WII, and Playstation 4 nonstop. He enjoyed swimming, building legos, going to the movies and hanging out with his...

Patricia D. Jellison, 69, of Derry, died Thursday August 29, 2019 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. She was born August 17, 1950 in Ligonier a daughter of the late James C. and Alverta Sleasman Hall. Patty was a member of the Ligonier Christian and Missionary Alliance Church. She retired from Excela Latrobe Hospital where she had worked as a unit clerk. She was an excellent baker with a kind and pleasant personality. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. In addition...

Rose M. Kozar, 92, of Derry, died Wednesday August 28, 2019 in Nature Commons Park, Greensburg. She was born May 21, 1927 in Latrobe a daughter of the late Nicolas and Nicolina Frazzini. Rose was a faithful member of St. Martin's Roman Catholic Church in New Derry and the Rosary Altar Society. She retired from Latrobe Area Hospitals dietary department. She liked to paint and go dancing. In addition to her parents she was preceeded in death by her husband Edward M. Kozar Sr. Rose is...

Teresa Lazarchik, 100, of Derry, died Tuesday August 27, 2019 in the Loyalhanna Care Center. She was born April 18, 1919 in Derry a daughter of the late Antonio and Maria Sconciafurno Mastrorocco. Teresa was a member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church of Derry. In addition to her parents she was preceeded in death by her husband William Lazarchik, 4 brothers; Salvatore, August, Edmund and Anthony Mastrorocco. Six sisters; Ada Apone, Rose Cherup, Ellen Bell Pachell, Lydia Sarp, Dorothy...

Trudell V. Rhodes, 96, of Rossiter, passed away, Friday, August 23, 2019, at home with her family by her side. Trudell was born November 3, 1922, in East Salem, PA to the late Rev. William Tobias and Oma (Smeal) Tobias. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert J. Rhodes, Jr. and an infant daughter, Judith Lynn along with five sisters, Erma Vantassel-Miller, Alverda Miller, Vivian Confer, Geraldine Hoffer and Dolly Dorsey. She was a member of the Valley...

Eliza May Bacher, 90, of Ligonier died Wednesday August, 21, 2019 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. She was born May 21, 1929 in Ligonier a daughter of the late Paul and Esther Shanefelt Nicely. May was the owner of Driftwood in Ligonier. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Frederick J. "Fred" Bacher, a sister Madalyn Johnson and two brothers; Robert and Barry Nicely. May is survived by her daughter Debra B. Rhoad (Fred) of Charlotte, North Carolina,...

Randy L. Hilliard Sr, 59 of Mahaffey, passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2019, in Bethlehem, PA. Randy was born August 20, 1960, in Spangler to the late Alvin Hilliard and Betty (Lentz) Hilliard. Randy worked many years for Clean Earth Waste Recycling and Disposable Solutions as a heavy equipment operator. His hobbies were hunting and fishing as often as he could. He also loved music and produced his own under Hilliards Shooting Star Productions. Randy is survived by his wife of 31 years,...

Odette Paskovitch, 93, formerly of Derry, passed away, Tuesday August 20, 2019 in UPMC Passavant Hospital, Pittsburgh. She was born July 29, 1926 in Villeneuve-le-Roi, France, a daughter of the late Jean and Marie-Louise (Cadiou) Helias. Odette was a fantastic homemaker. She loved to sew, cook, garden and knit. Her various elaborate Halloween costumes that she made for her grandchildren are treasured by her family. Odette is survived by two daughters, Claudette Graham of Sewickley and...

Mark A. Brinker, 68, of Oak Grove (Ligonier) went to be with our lord August 19, 2019. He was born November 6, 1950 in Pittsburgh a son of the late Arthur and Lois Nawman Brinker. Mark was Lutheran by faith and had retired from Fayette Auto Parts . Driving "Big Pete" was his passion. Mark was a member of the Goldwing Riders Association, which riding his Goldwing was his other passion. Mark was a gentle giant of a man. His kindness and goodness will be a long lasting memory to all...

  Grace Ellen Stephenson, age 72, formerly of Indiana County, PA, passed away on August 12, 2019 at an assisted living facility in Marion, VA., while under hospice care for cancer.Grace was preceded in death by her parents, Marcella and Clarence Stephenson. She is survived by her younger siblings: Richard Stephenson of Anchorage, AK; Nancy Prothero (Noel) of King George, VA; and Alice Martin (Arthur) of Bear, DE; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, and cousins. Grace was born in Tarentum,...

Pamela Ann McKlveen, 65, of Derry passed away Sunday August 11, 2019 in UPMC-Presbyterian Hospital. She was born May 24, 1954 in Pittsburgh a daughter of the late James R. and Virginia F. Wallace Martin. Pam was a Licensed Practical Nurse and had retired from Torrance State Hospital. She loved being with her grandchildren,singing, reading and traveling. She is survived by her loving husband of over 29 years Russell N. McKlveen, her daughter Erin C. Talley (Joshua) of York, her two sons;...

Mary Lee Huey, 77 of Glen Campbell, passed away Saturday, August 10, 2019, at Punxsutawney Area Hospital with her family by her side. Mary was born February 14, 1942, in Strongstown. September 2, 1964, she married Howard G. "Son" Huey who preceded her in death March 19, 2011. In addition to her husband Howard, she was also preceded in death by a beloved grandson, Mark "Knuckle" Huey. Mary was a devoted and loving mother and grandmother. She always took care of everyone...

Alverda Milliron, 96 of Punxsutawney, passed away Saturday, August 10, 2019, at Mahoning Riverside Manor. She was born November 20, 1922, in Grange, to the late Clark and Mildred (Young) Plyler. She was a member of the New Beginnings Church in Walston. Her hobbies were bowling, reading and crochet. She was a loving mother and grandma and cherished her time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She worked at Pramco and Punxsutawney Sportswear for 30 years before retirement. She was...

James L. Carns IV, 51 of Latrobe died Friday August 9, 2019. He was born December 26, 1967 in Latrobe a son of James L. Carns III and the late Barbara Koptyra Carns. James was a loving son, brother, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. He was a talented painter, nature lover and gun enthusiast. His ornery grin and inappropriate jokes will be missed. He is survived by his father James L. Carns III and step mother Marlene Carns of Latrobe, his children Kara (Carns) Austin and her husband...

Kathleen V. Solley, 82 of Cherry Tree, passed away, Wednesday, August 7, 2019, at Aristacare at Hillsdale Park. Kathleen was born May 31, 1937, in Ridgeway, to the late Frank and Katheryn (Smith) Ott. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon T. Solley, Sr and one son, Gordon T. Solley, Jr., four brothers; Francis, Richard, Arthur and Norbert Ott and one sister, Elizabeth "Betty" Ott. She is survived by three sons, Tim Solley and wife Varena and Todd Solley all of Illinois...

Helen E. Smith, 80 of Sprankle Mills, passed away Friday, August 2, 2019, at her home. At Helen's request, all arrangements are private for family and under the direction of the McCabe Funeral Home in Punxsutawney. Online condolences may be made at mccabefuneralhomespa.com

Ronald George Hood, 70, of Blairsville, passed away Friday August 2, 2019 at his home. He was born March 19, 1949 in Sewickley Pa, a son of the late George W. and Elizabeth (Giles) Hood. Ronald owned and operated Hood's Plumbing and Heating for 40 years. He served as Borough Manager and Municipal Authority manager of Blairsville and was recently employed by the Latrobe True Value. He enjoyed camping with his family, woodworking, problem solving and working with his hands. Ronald is...

Thomas Robert Oleyar, 58, of Latrobe, passed away August 1, 2019.  He was born April 7, 1961 in Latrobe a son of  Robert G. and the late Helen J. (Eskut) Oleyar. Thomas was employed by A.J. Meyers as office manager and has worked over 30 years for the Greater Latrobe School District Transportation.  He enjoyed golfing, bowling, taking care of his lawn and most importantly time with his family.  He was a member of the Bible Baptist Church, where he served as a...

Dorothy A. Gardner, 91 of Glen Campbell, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2019, surrounded by her loving family, at Communities at Indiana Haven in Indiana. Dorothy was born August 3, 1927, in McGees Mills to the late Clyde and Lucille (Ferrier) McGee. She worked for many years at the Glen Campbell Post Office. After her retirement, she enjoyed her time spent with friends at the Mahoning Hills Senior Center. She also enjoyed oil painting and traveling but most of all she adored her time with...

Charles “Charlie” Elvin Weiss, 78, of Derry, was called to the Lord on Wednesday, July 31, 2019. He was born August 5, 1940, in Blue Knob, PA, a son of Alfred A. and Mary (Kunsman) Weiss.  Charlie was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army.  He was also a longtime member of the Derry Volunteer Fire Department, where he drove fire engines and assisted those in need for 50 years.  Charlie was one of the friendliest people that God ever created.  He always had a...

Michael F. Pape, Jr., 82 of Punxsutawney, passed away Monday, July 29, 2019, at Christ the King Manor. Michael was born August 8, 1936, in Punxsutawney, to the late Micahel F. Pape, Sr. and Mary E. (Nelson) Pape. He was a veteran of the US Army serving during the Cuban Crisis. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Barbara A. (Barnette) Pape of Punxsutawney. They were married October 30, 1959. He is also survived by one brother, Carl Pape and one sister, Frances Pape both of Punxsutawney....

Paula L. Powers, 56, of Hostetter, passed away peacefully at her home Saturday, July 27, 2019. She was born February 28,1963 in Latrobe a daughter of the late James R. Diss and Mary Faye Widdowson who survives. Paula enjoyed crafts, her pets and was always willing to help other people. In additon to her mother she is survived by her companion David Onusko of Hostetter, two brothers; J. Richard Diss (Cheryl) of Derry, Jeffrey Diss (Denise) of New Alexandria, a sister Susan (Harry) Mackowiak...

Ralph Lowell Roddy, 79, of Ligonier, passed away July 27, 2019 at the Westmoreland Manor. He was born December 6, 1939 a son of the late Wilbert and Ona (Penrod) Roddy. Ralph was retired from Latrobe Steel after 35 years of service. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoyed wood working and excelled at gardening. He will be fondly remembered spending holidays with the Kittey family. Ralph is survived by his wife of 59 years Katherine (Kittey) Roddy of Ligonier, his daughter Jill Marcincavage...

Ronald (Red) D. Brady, 62 of Mahaffey, passed away, July 24, 2019, at his home. Ronald was born March 29, 1957, in Spangler. He was the son of the late Darrell Brady and Gladys (Bennett) Brady who survives. He married his wife of 20 years, Pamela (Geer) Brady on July 31, 1999. She survives and resides in Mahaffey. He was a veteran of the US Army with the 101st Airborn Division. Ron worked many years for Femco Machine Co. as a machinist before retiring. In addition to his mother Gladys and...

Laura Belle Carney, 95, of Ligonier died peacefully Monday July 22, 2019 in Ligonier Gardens. She was born June 5, 1924 in Ligonier Twp. a daughter of the late Lawrence and Myrtle Heiple Rhoades. She was a long time memeber of Calvary United Methodist Church in Ligonier. She enjoyed quilting, crochetting, knitting and helping other people. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her loving husband M. Carl Carney in 1989, her sister Mary Clark and her brother George B....

Larry E. Miller, 69, of Latrobe died Monday July 22, 2019 in Hempfield Manor. He was born March 2, 1950 in Latrobe a son of the late Donald E. and B. Elaine Marks Miller. Larry had worked as a draftsman and was a USArmy Veteran having served during the Vietnam Era. He belonged to the Thomas B. Anderson American Legion Post #515, the Lloydsville Sportsmans Club and Hose Company #1 Social Club, Latrobe. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother Donald Lee Miller...

Clarabelle Bowers, 95 of Punxsutawney, passed away Saturday, July 20, 2019, at the Communities at Indian Haven. Clarabelle was born September 25, 1923, in Rossiter, to the late Frank and Alta (Casaday) Gaston. She was a member of the Steffey United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Bowers on September 6, 1987. She is survived by her children, Kenneth “Nick” Bowers and wife Sharen of Punxsutawney, Sherri Reid and husband Donald of Cherry Tree and...

Bruce Richard Brodmerkel, 61, of Derry Township, passed away July 18, 2019. He was born December 1, 1957 in Butler Pa a son of Bruce A. and Donna (Jameson) Brodmerkel. Bruce was employed by PACE Industries as a C N C machine operator. He enjoyed walking, outdoors activities, hunting, camping, bicycle rides and time with his cat, McDougal. He is survived by his children Kevin Brodmerkel of White Oak and Kate Brodmerkel of Washington Pa; his father Bruce A. Brodmerkel of Sugar Creek Pa, two...

Doris Izetta (Engle) Sutter She was born on January 23, 1931 in Oak Ridge, PA, a daughter of the late Harlan and Dora (Adams) Engle. Doris was a 1949 graduate of the Punxsutawney Area High School. On May 14, 1951 she married Karl Sutter in Franklin, Indiana who preceded her in death on February 11, 2011. She was a member of Christian Missionary Alliance Church. She was a member of the Longview School PTA for many years. She received a life-time membership from the PTA. She was a Den Mother...

James L. Hancock, 59, of Homer City died peacefully Friday July 12, 2019 at his home. He was born May 5, 1960 in Greensburg a son of the late Milton and Martha Stormer Hancock. Jim worked as a Roll builder for Finzer Roller Co. He belonged to the Tide Sportsman Club. He liked to hunt, fish and do landscaping work. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his step-mother Carolyn Hancock, a sister Patricia Little, two brothers; Marlin and Paul Daniel Hancock. He is survived by...

Harry C. Jordan, 74 of Punxsutawney, passed away, Saturday, July 6, 2019, at Punxsutawney Area Hospital. Harry was born July 31, 1944, in Covode, to the late Ralph and Catherine (Beck) Jordan. He attended the First United Methodist Church in Punxsutawney. Harry worked at Lezzer Lumber in Indiana for over 30 years before retirement. He was an avid hunter and loved going with his son to look for deer. He also enjoyed working in his garden and watching the Pittsburgh Steelers. June 28, 1969, he...

Byron T. Long, 72, of Punxsutawney passed away Sunday, July 7, 2019, at his home. Byron was born April 25, 1947, in Punxsutawney to the late Paul and Hazel (Miller) Long. He was a member of the Cloe United Methodist Church. He was an avid fisherman for most of his life and enjoyed taking his family members with him on fishing outings. He loved collecting eagles of all types and displaying them around his home. Byron was preceded in death by his wife Karol (Hockenberry) Long and a son, Rodney...

Josephine A. Milleo Mull, 89 , of Derry, died Friday July 5, 2019. She was born March 18, 1930 in Derry a daughter of the late Angelo and Grace Sanfilippo Milleo. She was a member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church of Derry. She graduated from Derry Boro High School and then graduated from the Latrobe Hospital School of Nursing in 1951, also working there. Josephine loved cooking, baking, gardening and planting her flowers. Mom will be remembered for her gentle, humble caring ways, always...

John J. Ruby, 50, of New Derry passed away suddenly Wednesday July 3, 2019 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. He was born December 5, 1968 in Latrobe a son of Ruth A. Fink Ruby Caldwell (Larry) of Derry and the late William E. Ruby. He loved "his girls" and his dog Mia. Working on his classic cars, tractors and everyone else's car along with video games were his favorite things to do. In addition to his father he was preceded in death by a brother Timothy E. Ruby. John is...

David H. Payne, 78, of Punxsutawney, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2019, at Punxsutawney Area Hospital. David was born June 10, 1941, in Punxsutawney, to the late Lloyd and Maude (Horner) Payne. David worked for Dennis Rebuck Garage as a Body Technician. He also worked in Security at IUP in Indiana, a Constable in Canoe Township and later as a part -time Dispatcher for the Punxsutawney Police Department. He and his wife Sandra attended the Woodland Avenue United Methodist Church. He is...