All Obituaries

Winifred O. "Winnie" Glasser, 97 of Derry, died Saturday March 28, 2020 at Brookdale of Latrobe where she had been a resident for the past seven years. She was born March 22, 1923 in Greensburg a daughter of the late James P. and Martha Blackburn Glasgow. Winnie was methodist by faith but had been very active at St. Joseph Church of Derry working in the cafeteria, at parish dinners and a member of the Altar Rosary Society. She was a graduate of Greensburg High School class of 1941....

Edward John Reinauer Jr., 60, of Forbes Road, passed away peacefully at home on March 25th, 2020. He was surrounded by his loved ones. Ed was born in Miami, Florida on December 12th 1959, to Lois (Clawson)Reinauer,  and Edward John Reinauer Sr. In addition to his parents,  he was preceded in death by his sister Laurie Ann (Felbaum) Sherback. He is survived by his wife, Melanie Shaulis Reinauer,  and their children;  Tonya Reinauer, Samantha Shaffer (Thomas...

Rita Ilene Thompson, 68, of Punxsutawney, passed away Wednesday March 25, 2020 at her home with her loving husband by her side, after a hard-fought battle with cancer.   She was born on Sept. 3, 1951 in DuBois, the daughter of Pearl Leroy and Annabelle (Gearhart) Hoover.   Rita married Jerome “Jerry” Thompson on October 6, 1971 in Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii.   Rita attended the Canoe Ridge Church of God.   Rita graduated from Punxsutawney Area High School...

Karen A. Bond, 75 of Mahaffey, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at her home.   She was born in 1944 to Oscar L. and Mary Katherine (Sunderlin) Curry in Ellwood City.   Karen attended the Mount Carmel Church, Mahaffey and Life Community Church, DuBois. She was a 1962 Graduate of Purchase Line High School. She spent many years working for the  Gearheart Construction Company among a variety of other jobs. Karen enjoyed yard work, especially mowing grass, helping others,...

Phyllis A. Gretz, of Punxsutawney passed away on March 20, 2020 at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh. She was 87 years old. It was in 1955 that Phyllis moved to Punx’y as a young bride with a new pharmacy school graduate Al Gretz. They lived there the rest of their lives, raising a family, running a business and spending countless hours involved in community and charitable affairs over the next 65 years. Phyllis was born on December 17, 1932 in Mars, Pa., the fourth and...

Kevin a. Coon, 55, of Front Royal Virginia, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2020.   He was born to Ronald L. and Barbara (Stiteler) Coon, in Kittanning.   Kevin was a loving and devoted husband and father. He brought great joy and laughter to those around him. He will be missed terribly by anyone who came in contact with him, even if for only a moment. He had a big heart and made sure those around him were taken care of.   He is survived by his wife of 36 years,...

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Doris I. Startzell, 89, of Brookville, passed away on Friday, March 6, 2020.   She was born in 1931 to Wayne B. and Eva Jane (Burkett) Evans in Punxsutawney.   Doris was a member of the Good Shepherd United Methodist Church in Hazen. In her life Doris was an accomplished singer. She was part of the Evan’s sisters and the Wichita Strings Band for over 20 years. Doris also worked at the Jefferson Manor for 12 years as Nursing Assistant. She enjoyed being a loving and...

Vincent Keith Haney, 74 of Punxsutawney passed away Monday March 2, 2020 at his home.   He was born in 1946 to Vincent Leo and Ethel Mae (Vadasy) Haney in Punxsutawney.   Keith was Methodist by faith and attended gospel concerts with his sister. Keith Graduated from Punxsutawney High School. He was a retired union carpenter, certified logger and a member of the Punxsutawney Eagles Club. Keith enjoyed collecting and working on antique cars, collecting antiques and having a beer...

William Clement Leontine, 68, of Latrobe, passed Monday March 2, 2020 at UPMC-Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh. He was born October 15, 1951 in Boston, Massachusetts, the son of the late Adaline Clement and Frank Homer Leontine. Bill grew up in Matawan, NJ and after graduating from Matawan Regional High and attending classes at Monmouth Community College he was employed by NJ Propane as a delivery truck driver. In his youth, Bill enjoyed many trips to NewEngland with his family and...

Sarah A. Hook "Sally", 100, of Derry took the hand of Jesus on February 27, 2020.  She was born January 29, 1920 in Youngwood to the late James M. and Sarah McKee Garrity.  She attended Holy Cross School, Stanton Junior High and graduated from Youngwood High School in 1937.  While in grade school, her picture and a letter she composed were used in a national promotion by World Book Encyclopedia and won a set of encyclopedias for her school. Sarah worked at F. W....

Terry D. Palmer, 64, of Latrobe, died Sunday February 23, 2020 in UPMC-Presbyterian Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 19, 1955 in Flint, Michigan a daughter of the late Franklin and Gertrude Farmer Newborn. Terry had worked as a nurses aid and enjoyed spending time with family, crafts, painting and exploring Native American culture. She is survived by her husband Bruce E. Palmer, a daughter Chantel Palmer (James Miller) of Latrobe, three sons; Eric Newborn of...

Ronald Lee Hampton, 63, of Greensburg, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Feb. 20, 2020. He was born Feb. 14, 1957 in Greensburg, PA. After high school he obtained a degree in Graphic Design and worked many years in the field. He loved music and was a lifelong Rolling Stones fan who never missed a show.  Survived by his daughters,  Jessica Woodhead (Jeremy) of Johnstown, PA and LeeAnn Lemoine (Bill) of Fort Belvoir, VA. Grandchildren Aidan, Brady, Caleb, Jackson, Bailey and Abigail....

    Harriet Marie (Lockard) Peace, 94, of Punxsutawney, passed away on  Tuesday, February 18, 2020 surrounded by her family.   She was born in 1925 to Lester and Daisy (Shields) Lockard in Banks Township, Indiana County.   Harriet retired from Punxsutawney Sportswear in 1984. She enjoyed having her children and grandchildren around her.   She is survived by a son, Ron and wife Judy Peace, three daughters, Jackie and husband Alan J. Miller, Nancy and...

Lorraine A. Simms, 62, of Derry Twp., died Monday February 17, 2020 at Excela Latrobe Hospital. She was born November 28, 1957 in Johnstown a daughter of Marge Senish Roberts of Latrobe and the late Harry "Red" Roberts. Lorraine was a member of St. Vincent Basillica. She loved going to the casinos and was in charge of bus trips to the casinos. She enjoyed arts and crafts, cooking and spending time with her grandchildren. In addition to her mother she is survived by her husband...

Floyd T. Pierce 92 of Mahaffey, PA passed away, February 16, 2020 at Rebekah Manor of Northern Cambria. He was born July 2, 1927 in Westover, to Raymond and Helen (Yingling) Pierce. Floyd was preceded in death by parents, daughter Carol Ann (Pierce) Ross and son-in-law Ray Ross, a sister Mary E. (Pierce) Michael, brother-in-law Thomas J. Michael. He is survived by loving wife of 75 years Florence L. (Faught) Pierce, daughters Norma married to Ronald Stabley Northern Cambria and Sally...

Earl "Sonny" Knupp, 79. of Unity Twp., died Sunday February 16, 2020 at his home. He was born September 28, 1940 in Kregar a son of the late Earl Knupp Sr. and Rose Pluck Knupp. Sonny was a truck driver and heavy equipment operator for over 49 years. He was a loving family man. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his first wife Mary M. "Sue" Harbaugh Knupp on March 18, 2005 and a son Robert "Bobby" Knupp on April 2, 1995. He is survived by his...

  Gordon B. Wood, 94 of Curwensville, passed away Saturday, February 15, 2020, at Ridgeview Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center. He was born December 20, 1925, in Marron, Clearfield County to the late Clark E. Wood and Sarah E. "Sadie" (Young) Wood. Gordon was married July 22, 1951, to the late Hazel (Hurd) Wood who preceded him in death. They were married 56 years. In addition to his wife Hazel, he was preceded in death by a son; David Wood, great granddaughter; Hazel...

Raymond E. Walls, 70 of Punxsutawney, passed away Friday, February 14, 2020 at Jefferson Court in Brookville.    Ray was born July 20, 1949 in Henderson Township, a son of the late Clyde H. and Lydia E. (Craft) Walls.  After the passing of his parents, he was lovingly cared for by his sister Catherine Snyder and her family. Ray, as a young man, enjoyed farming and assisting his brothers during hunting season.  While still living at home he enjoyed several things...

Evyleen J. Iscrupe, 58, of Latrobe, died Friday February 14, 2020 at Twin Lakes Healthcare, Greensburg. She was born April 2, 1961 in Lockport, New York a daughter of the late Joseph and Evyleen Foy Kuchinski. She liked cooking, hiking and being with her family and grandchildren. She is survived by her boyfriend of 14 years Mike Jackman, a son Ron Iscrupe of Latrobe, two daughters; Tonja Iscrupe  of Bradenville, and Joleen Iscrupe of Derry. A brother Pat Kuchinski of Ligonier,...

Grace E. (Shrum) Johnson, 94, formerly of Derry died Friday February 14, 2020 at Twin Lakes Greensburg. She was born November 20, 1925 in Hillside a daughter of the late Lemon O. and Sarah Elizabeth Wedge Ankney. She was a member of the Derry First United Methodist Church. Grace was a graduate of St. Margaret's School of Nursing in Aspinwall and had nursed there for many years. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Harry S. Johnson,  Nine brothers;...

Neal W. Waldron, 74, of New Alexandria, died Monday February 10, 2020 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born January 6, 1946 in Latrobe, a son of the late Neal Andrew and Irene "Bubba" Schellhorn Waldron. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his loving wife Georgenia E. "Jeannie" Waldron on February 7, 2020. Four brothers; Richard, Charles, Gene and Frank Waldron. Neal served in the US Marine Corp. and had worked in the coal mines and...

Judith (Judy) Claire McGinnis, 69 of Punxsutawney, died on Monday, February 10th at Punxsutawney Area Hospital surrounded by her friends and family.   The daughter of Geraldine McGinnis and Edward J. McGinnis, Judy was born on July 20, 1950 in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. Raised in Punxsutawney, she married Charles H. Dobson.  They had two children, Brianne and Philip Dobson.   She graduated from Punxsutawney High School in 1968 and matriculated from Indiana University of...

Dennis A. Noel, 66, of Derry died Saturday February 8, 2020 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. He was born August 16, 1953 in Latrobe a son of the late Phillip "Pete" and Myrtle "Honey" Martin Noel. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a  sister Connie Noel Panko and a brother Martin Noel. Dennis had worked for the Westmoreland County Blind Association. He was a "sarcastic joker" who liked to hunt, work on cars, woodworking and spending time with...

Georgenia E. "Jeannie" Waldron, 72, of New Alexandria, died Friday February 7, 2020 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 17, 1947 in Latrobe,  a daughter of the late John and Christina Mase Torockio.  Jeannie loved to cook and be with family. Everyday was "Sunday" at "Nuna's". She is survived by her loving Husband Neal W. Waldron, a daughter Gina Waldron of New Alexandria, two sons; Neal Waldron (Meg) of Holidaysburg and...

God called one of his angels Robin Bass-Buterbaugh home 24 January 2020 at the age of 49. Robin was the true matriarch of her family, a loving and devoted Wife, Mother, Mimi, Sister, Daughter, Daughter-in-Law and friend. Above all else was her love for her family, her husband of 25 years Chas Buterbaugh; her daughter Octivia Miller and husband Q'Taurious “Quesey” Miller; her son, clone, and sports buddy Dominique; the new apple of her eye, Grandson Michael; her parents Mr....

Judith Ruth Hollowell (Dibert) of Derry,  passed away peacefully at home on Monday February 3rd, 2020.  She was born and raised in Derry, the  daughter of the late Lloyd Clinton and Evelyn Gertrude Stoner Dibert.  She is survived by her husband of 32 years, David Hollowell,  son Richard Dutrow, wife (Stephanie Swift), son Clinton Dutrow, wife (Jamie), grandchildren Colton Dutrow, wife (Jeyra), Carly Dutrow and (Dan Lauric), Christian Dutrow, London Dutrow, Naveah...

Janet K. Waugaman, 77, of Greensburg, died Monday February 3, 2020 in Oak Hill Nursing Center, Greensburg. She was born March 19, 1942 in Derry Twp. a daughter of the late George and Irma Jane Foster Kellerman. Janet had worked as a learning support aide in the Greensburg Salem School District and the Latrobe School District. She enjoyed gardening, cooking and being with family. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a brother George "Dick" Kellerman. She is...

Maloney, D. Timothy Daniel Timothy (Tim) Maloney, 57, of Pittsburgh died Thursday, January 30, 2020 in Mercy Hospital from complications of lung cancer and pneumonia.  Born in Waltham, MA on April 9, 1962, a son of the late Philip W. and Jane L. (Slater) Maloney, he moved with his family to Ligonier, PA when he was quite young.  He graduated from Ligonier Valley High School.  Tim worked in the construction industry, specializing in finish carpentry. Pastimes included playing...

Jamie Lynn Miller, 43 of Punxsutawney, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2020 at her home. She was born February 23, 1976, to Donald Guy and Patricia Ann (Neal) Horner in Punxsutawney. Jamie was employed as a Medical Transcriptionist for Acusis Transcription Service, LLC. She had an associate's degree in Specialized Business from DuBois Business College. She had recently graduated with honors from Westmoreland County Community College, where she earned her Associate of Applied Science...

Dorene F. Pevarnik, 63, of Latrobe died Sunday January 26, 2020 in Excela Latrobe Hospital. She was born February 9, 1956 in Ft. Hood, Texas a daughter of Ramona Stark Jack of Lexington,OK and the late Homer Jack. Dorene had worked as a CNA.She was a member of the American Legion Post #515 Auxillary and the Hostetter Slovak Club. She enjoyed camping, fishing and horses. In addition to her father she was preceded in death by a brother Larry Jack. Surviving are her mother, a son Chris Fannon...

Genevieve S. Campbell, 88, of Derry, died Saturday January 25, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born October 2, 1931 in Wilkinsburg, a daughter of the late Hugh and Loretta Peck Smith. Genevieve had retired from Torrance State Hospital. She was a member of the Derry First United Methodist Church where she had been very active in all of the church functions, having served as treasurer, working Railroad Days and belonging to the Mary Martha Sunday School Class. In addition to...

William Perry McKeen, 76, of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania passed away on January 24, 2020 from Alzheimers.  Perry was born May 2, 1943 in Yatesboro, Pennsylvania to William and Ruby (Campbell) McKeen.  At age 6, Perry lost his father to an early death and has now been reunited with him in heaven after 70 years.     He is survived by his wife, Shirley Ann McKeen; sister Cheryl Ann McKeen; Aunt and uncle Helen and Bob McKeen; cousin Keith Shae; daughters Michelle E....

Harry W. "Keek" Rice, 85, of Derry Twp.,  went home to be with the Lord Sunday January 19, 2020 at Excela Latrobe Hospital. He was born May 14, 1934 in Derry a son of the late Charles and Rebecca Jane Hunter Rice. He was a member of  Bible Baptist Church.  Harry had worked as a water well driller and was very handy, able to fix or build anything. He enjoyed woodworking, his dog Lacy and hunting. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Betty L....

Mark V. "Doodles" Repko, 58, of Latrobe died Saturday January 18, 2020 at his home. He was born February 8, 1961 in Latrobe a son of the late Joseph S. and Sylvia Fay Dick Repko. Mark worked out of the Laborers Union Hall in Latrobe until his illness. He was a passionate mushroom picker, a lover of dogs and a good friend to many. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother Thomas Repko. He is survived by his wife Priscilla Donoughe Repko, three sons; Seth and...

Melinda A. Murty, 50, of Pittsburgh (formerly of Derry), died Saturday January 18, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born May 21, 1969 in Latrobe a daughter of the late William J. and Anna Jane DeGrandis Murty. Melinda was a registered nurse who worked for the UPMC health system. She was a  "great" aunt to all of her nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. Melinda is survived by her sisters; Michelle "Shelly" Mucci (Lenny) of...

Robin Joy Hanig, 64, of Ligonier, died January 14, 2020, at home surrounded by family. Born April 18, 1955, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Woodrow "Woody" and Ruth H. Lauffer. She was also preceded in death by her brother Harry Wilson Lauffer.  She graduated from the Western School Medical Assistant Program and took a number of community college classes.  In addition to being a homemaker, she worked as a nurse aide  and caregiver at multiple...

Bonnie L Kuntz, 76, of Bells Landing, originally of Buffalo, NY, was received into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on January 12, 2020 at Penn Highlands Dubois, after a lengthy illness.  Bonnie is proceeded in death by her father Robert Greis, mother Elva (Brandt) Greis, and a brother Robert "Bobby" Greis.  Bonnie is survived by her son Jeremiah Kuntz and wife Megan, daughter Rachelle Brackman and husband Geoffrey, three grandchildren...

Richard Edward "Dick" Vesco, 85, passed away January 11, 2020 in his own home surrounded by his loving family.  He was born January 28, 1934 in Superior a son of the late Louis Sr. and Anna Mae Gardenis Vesco. We are comforted that Dick is once again at peace with his loving wife, Carol Tobias Vesco who preceded him in death on January 19, 2017, they were married for 55 years.  Dick is also at rest with his grandmother, Laura Holman. Dick is survived by his loving...

Sonya Lynn (Palmer) Zeunges, 47, of Latrobe, died Saturday, January 11, 2020.  She was born in Latrobe July 18, 1972, a daughter of the late Robert D. and Myrna (Scarbrough) Palmer. Sonya is surviverd by her son Bradley Zeunges of Latrobe, her fiance' Danny Angelo of Latrobe, three brothers Bob Palmer (Beth) of Woodstock Va, Ed Palmer (Kim) of Latrobe and Doug Sam, a step-son Steven Long-Angelo, two grandsons Carter and Brody, an aunt Sarah McGraw, 3 nieces Janelle, Erin and Arianna...

Harry M. “Mitch” Conley, 74 of Riverview Florida pasted away January 8, 2020 after a long illness. Mitch was born on August 30, 1945 in Punxsutawney to the late Harry M. Conley and the late Mildred Hetzel Conley. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church in Punxsutawney. He graduated from Punxsutawney Area High school in the class of 1963. Mitch continued his education in Mathematics at Indiana University. He taught school in Rocky Grove PA and in Lower Burrell PA. He then...

  Born the third and youngest child of Mary Lucy (Augustyn) (1910 - 1996) and John Paul Miller (1908 - 1959), preceded in death by her sister, Evelyn (1933 - 2018), her brother John “Jack” (1935 - 2014 ), and two husbands.   Survived by 6 daughters with Donald David Karolick (1933-1971): Mary Diane “Dede” and Gary Krawzyk of Punxsutawney, Rita and Tom Parise of Lancaster, Carol Czerniec and Erick Winegar of Ashburn VA, Donna and Steven Greenhut of...

Ronald E. McDonald, 53 of Punxsutawney passed away January 6, 2020 at his home with his family by his side.   He was born in June 17, 1966 to Ed Grassel and Gloria Donnelly in Almont Michigan.   He was self-employed as an Independent Operator for Bimbo Bakeries. Ron was a member of Paris Companies Bowling Team…. He enjoyed Bowling, Golf, watching Football with his son, Cooking, Baking and spending time with his grandchildren.   He is survived by a son Dustin E....

Patrick (Pat) R. McGuire, 82, of Punxsutawney passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at Penn Highlands Jefferson Manor in Brookville.    He was born on June 21, 1937 to Irvin and Bessie (Beckwith) McGuire in Clymer, PA.    He married the former Arlene Smith on April 4, 1964 and was very faithful in taking care of her daily for about 20 years while she suffered from Alzheimer's disease.    Pat was a member of the First Church of God in...

Betty M. Dilts, 85 of Punxsutawney peacefully slipped into the arms of her Savior, Wednesday, January 1, 2020.   She was born June 1, 1934 to Byron and Margaret (Brooks) Ishman. Betty was a 1952 graduate of the Punxsutawney Area High School. She married her high school sweetheart, Larry Dilts, on June 14, 1952, and raised their family in R.D 1, Rossiter. Most important to Betty was her faith, husband, family and friends.  Betty and Larry were avid square-dancers, and polka...

Dorothy Roberts Fleming, 91, of Derry peacefully passed away Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020, at her home. She was born Nov. 2, 1928, in Ligonier, the daughter of the late Myrtle Irene Griffith Roberts and Clyde Lemon Roberts. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert William "Flip" Fleming who died on Jan. 12, 1996; a daughter, Bobbie Jo (Tim) Krinock, who died Dec. 21, 2010; two sisters, Louise Opdyke and Joanne Manges, and two brothers, Stanley...

Pearl Joann Butterworth, 79 of Punxsutawney, passed away Monday, December 30, 2019, at Punxsutawney Area Hospital with her family at her side. She was born October 1, 1940, in Punxsutawney to the late Robert and Pearl (Sloniger) Miller. She worked many years at Pramco / Sportswear before retirement. Pearl was very much a people person who could put a smile on anyone's face. She loved playing bingo and attending the activities at Mulberry Square. She is survived by two daughters;...

Laura Lee (Hollenbaugh) Nelson, age 58, passed away Sunday, December 29, 2019, peacefully at home surrounded by her family. She was born October 10, 1961 in Punxsutawney, to the late Albert and Mary (Haire) Hollenbaugh.  She was a loving, compassionate and giving person who always had a helping hand and a listening ear for anyone in need. Laura had a smile that would brighten your spirits and a goodness that would uplift your soul. She was a loving wife and mother and an adoring...

Stephen M. Gray, 51, of Latrobe passed away Sunday December 29, 2019 at UPMC-Shadyside Hospital. He was born June 3, 1968 in Latrobe, a son of the late John J. "Red" Gray Sr. and Dolores M. Henkel Gray. Stevie was a 1986 graduate of Derry Area High School. He was always the "life of the party" and would put a smile on your face. He was an avid sports fan and sports enthusiast. He played basketball in high school and after high school played softball. Stevie had...

Tammy L. Grindle Brewer, 48, of Latrobe, died Friday December 27, 2019 in UPMC-Presbyterian after a sudden illness. She was born October 9, 1971 in Somerset a daughter of Gloria Burick Grindle of Latrobe and the late Richard Neil Grindle. Tammy was a very loving and creative person who had worked as a hair stylist. In addition to her mother she is survived by her siblings; Richard "Rick" Grindle of Latrobe, Christopher "Chris" Grindle (Angela) of Derry, Tracy Grindle...