Joe Swiderski
Mar 29, 2025
John Joseph "Jo Jo" Swiderski, who went by “Joe” for the majority of his life, passed away on March 29, 2025, at IHS Frick Hospital. He was 80 years old.
Born on October 8, 1944, John was a man of many passions and talents. Prior to his retirement, “Bushy,” as his coworkers referred to him, dedicated his career to the construction...
Bill Pospisil
Mar 20, 2025
William Joseph Pospisil, 54 of Acme, Pennsylvania died Thursday, March 20, 2025 at home surrounded by his family.
William was born May 8, 1970 in Mt. Pleasant, Pennsylvania. He is the son of Lawrence and Barbara (Fontanazza) Pospisil of Acme.
He was a member of Saint Boniface Roman Catholic Church of Chestnut Ridge and Saint Vincent Archabbey in Latrobe.
He was employed by...
James K. Vaughn
Mar 16, 2025
It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of James "Jim" Koch Vaughn on March 16, 2025, after a valiant battle with health issues, surrounded by his loving family.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Rachel Ruth Koch and James Cyril Vaughn; his beloved wife of 43 years, Beverly Goetz Vaughn; his cousin, Elizabeth (Sr. Leah) Wolf; and...
Mazzie Kernicky
Mar 9, 2025
Mazzie Kernicky, born on October 10, 1936, in Norvelt, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025, at the age of 88 at Greene Health and Rehab Center. She devoted her life to her family, community, and career with grace and dedication.Mazzie spent many years as a secretary with the Mt. Pleasant Area School District. Her career began at Norvelt Elementary,...
Cory Henry
Mar 8, 2025
Cory Ray Henry born Oct. 17, 1995 sadly passed away on March 8, 2025.He is survived by his mother Kellie Anthony, his brothers Charles Henry Jr. (Traci), and Randy Henry (Kayla) and a sister Britney Henry. Grandparents Larry and JoAnne Henry and Sandy and Roy Anthony, 2 daughters,many aunts, uncles, nieces ,nephews and cousins.He is preceded in death by his...
Shirley M. Miller
Mar 4, 2025
Shirley Mae (Plummer) Miller of Norvelt, PA, passed away on March 4, 2025. Born on February 18th, 1935, in Derry, PA to the late Kenneth and Gertrude (Cogan) Plummer Sr.
Preceded in death by infant daughters; Shirley Ann and Shirley Mae Miller, her husband Harry J. Miller Jr. and son Jon Eric Miller, sisters; Betty Plummer and Dorothy Basile, brothers; Kenneth...
Janet Musgrove
Feb 8, 2025
Janet Pearl Musgrove, 85, of Kecksburg, PA, died on February 8,2025, with her son by her side after a long battle with Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Janet was born on October 10, 1939, in Fairhope, PA, the daughter of the late Ira and Carrie Emerick.
She attended Hyndman High School. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her first...
Daniel M. Wolfe
Jan 31, 2025
Daniel M. Wolfe, 60, of Unity Twp, passed away peacefully at home on January 31, 2025. Born on March 11, 1964, a son of the late Daniel and Margaret Wolfe.
A graduate of Norwin High School, Daniel pursued a career as a structural inspector and safety officer, where his commitment to excellence and attention to detail earned him respect and admiration...
Lois Stout
Jan 28, 2025
Lois M. Stahl Stout, age 87, of Hecla, passed away on January 28, 2025. She was born in Hecla on January 24, 1938, a daughter of the late Albert and Dorothy Gettemy.
Lois dedicated over 30 years of her life to serving the Mt. Pleasant Area School District as a school bus driver. Her commitment to the safety and well-being of...
Sam Morrison
Jan 24, 2025
Sam Morrison, 69, of Greensburg, passed away Friday, January 24, 2025, at IHS Westmoreland Hospital. He was born December 8, 1955 in Latrobe, son of the late Hugh Sr., and Eileen (Wright) Morrison. He was a professional roofer, water proofer, construction worker, and jack of all trades.
Sam was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed walking his property daily. In addition to...
Kevin K. Hays
Jan 22, 2025
Kevin Keith Hays, age 49, passed away unexpectedly on January 22, 2025. Kevin is survived by his wife Justine (Carameli), sons Josh and Joey Hoffman, siblings, John "Hannibal" (Robin), David (Renee), Douglas (Marie), Mark (Heather), Joanne (Ralph) Beaty, Donna Nichelson, Diane (Ralph) Walat, Debra (Carl) Smith.
Kevin was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Lillian Hays, a brother James...
Stephen J. Urban, Jr.
Jan 5, 2025
Stephen J. “Steve” Urban Jr, age 78, of Norvelt, PA peacefully passed away while surrounded by his family on Sunday, January 5, 2025. He was born on March 18, 1946, in Mt. Pleasant, PA to Stephen “Chip” Sr. and Annabelle (Klosky) Urban.
Later Steve graduated Hurst High School class of 1964. A few years later, he proudly served in the Army...
James J. Novotny, Sr.
Dec 28, 2024
James J. Novotny Sr., age 87, of Norvelt, passed away peacefully at home on December 28, 2024 surrounded by his family. Born March 14, 1937, in Whitney. He was the son of Elizabeth and John Novotny. He was a loving and kind husband of 66 years to his wife Theresa. Jim loved attending local sporting events, had a great love...
Joanna Barnhart
Dec 28, 2024
Joanna Barnhart, of Norvelt, died Saturday, December 28, 2024, at her home. Born February 28, 1934, she was a daughter of the late Hale and Anna (Lohr) McQuilkin. Joanna met her beloved husband, Robert E. Barnhart, when he was 19 and she was 15 and they were married for 64 years. She graduated from Indiana High School. After their children...
Jeannette L. Hile
Nov 28, 2024
Jeannette “Mac” Hile, age 98, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2024, at Newhaven Court at Linwood. Born on June 3, 1926, a daughter of the late Lloyd and Anna (Myers) McElroy.
After graduating high school, Jeannette attended Indiana State Teachers College (IUP). Jeannette spent her career nurturing young minds as an elementary teacher in the Mount Pleasant Area School District,...
Phyllis L. Hudak
Nov 25, 2024
Phyllis L. Kocinski Hudak passed away peacefully in her home on Monday, November 25, 2024. She was surrounded by her family as she joined her husband, Mike Hudak and daughters Kathy and Theresa in heaven.
Phyllis will be greatly missed by her surviving children, Michael Hudak (Ann), Susan Snyder (Greg Golkosky), and Sandy Etling (Scott). Her grandchildren that she loved dearly,...
Dorothy J. Voytek
Nov 21, 2024
Dorothy J. Voytek, age 89, of Acme, passed away on November 21, 2024. She was born April 9, 1935 to the late Carl Dillon and Mary (Steshoski). She is survived by her children Kim Hough, Mark Anderson and John Voytek, several grandchildren, and other loving family.
Family and friends will be received for a memorial visitation on December 7, 2024 from...
Miriam Starenchak
Nov 9, 2024
Miriam F. Strenchak, age 83, of Greensburg (Unity Twp), passed away at her residence on November 9, 2024 with her family at her side at 7:45 am. She was born in Greensburg on September 11, 1941, a daughter of the late Robert W. and Irene (Gockel) Fisher. Miriam worked as a bookkeeper for many years and enjoyed reading, crafting, gardening...
Dorothy E. Stahl
Oct 25, 2024
Dorothy E. Stahl, of Acme, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2024, at RNC Greensburg. Born on January 30, 1924, in Jones Mills, she lived a full and vibrant life of 100 years.
Dorothy was an active member of the Fairview Church of God for over 70 years, where she found great joy and spiritual fulfillment. Her love for gardening and...
Joan E. Seaton
Oct 24, 2024
Joan Elizabeth Seaton, 83, of Greensburg, passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2024 surrounded by family.
She was born June 16, 1941, a daughter of the late Paul Eisaman and Sara (Montgomery) Eisaman.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Seaton; brothers, Paul, Wade, John, Carl and David Eisaman; sisters, Jean Baur, Evelyn Livingston, and...