William Paul Fodiak
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...
Scott Richwine
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...
Richard A. Barchesky
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....
Genevieve "Gene" J Harvan
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...
John William Rosenbauer
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...
Deborah L. Pletcher
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...
Agnes E. Kochis
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...
Geraldine J. Zaronsky
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...
Dorla J. Miller
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...
Catherine A. Gales-Galley
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...
Christian Langley Alexander Hamilton
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...
Cecelia C. Miscovich
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;...
Cheryl A. Kubasky
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...
Mitch Levendusky
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...
George Edward Kelly
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...
Janie Sherbondy
Nov 15, 2023
PLEASE NOTE THAT VISITATION AND FUNERAL SERVICE DAYS HAVE BEEN CHANGED FROM WHEN OBITUARY WAS ORIGINALLY POSTED. Mary Jane “Janie” (Luckage) Sherbondy, 75, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023, at Independence Health System - Latrobe Hospital. She was born Nov. 6, 1948, in Mt. Pleasant, a daughter of the late Michael R. and Evelyne (Kissel) Luckage. Janie...
Paul W. Miller
Oct 24, 2023
Paul W. Miller, 84, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023, at Independence Health System - Frick Hospital, Mt. Pleasant. He was born Feb. 11, 1939, in Norvelt, to the late Harry Miller Sr. and Ida (Kuhns) Miller. Prior to retirement, he was employed by Robertshaw Controls. Paul was a member of Hecla Sportsmen’s Club and enjoyed fishing...
Thomas Edward Smail
Oct 22, 2023
Thomas Edward Smail, 81, of Hecla, passed away peacefully Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023. He was born in Hecla on Mar. 7, 1942, the son of the late George and Anna Babik Smail, and nephew of the late Joseph C. Smail. He was preceded in death by an infant brother, George Smail, his sister, Louise H. Hoadwonic, niece, Pamela Hoadwonic, and...
Dennis William Aukerman Sr.
Oct 15, 2023
Dennis William Aukerman Sr., 52, of Greensburg, passed away Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, at home. He was born Nov. 30, 1970, in Latrobe, the son of the late Earl and Helen (Cramer) Aukerman. He was a self-employed mechanic and had previously worked for Capricorn Powertrain for 28 years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a...
Linda Ann Ponko
Sep 24, 2023
The world is a little emptier now. Linda Ann Ponko, 70, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away Sunday, September 24, 2023, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. She was born December 3, 1952, in Latrobe, to the late Edmund and Dolores (Poole) Ponko. Following graduation from Seton Hill University, Linda began a career as a teacher. She retired to raise her children. She...