Obituaries

Nov 3, 2025

Edward A. Knapic, Sr., 91, Robinson, went home to be with the Lord on November 3, 2025, at Beacon Ridge.  Born on September 26, 1934, in Charles, Edward was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, whose life was marked by unwavering dedication and resilience.

Preceded...

Nov 2, 2025

Harry LaRock, 93, Armagh, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2025, at IRMC.  He was born on October 27, 1932, in Spangler.

A proud veteran of the United States Army having served his country from 1953 to 1955. Harry was a retired Medtech from the Hiram...

Nov 1, 2025

Wayne Thomas "Tom" Penrose, 69, of Homer City passed away on November 1, 2025, at Allegheny General Hospital.  Born on February 4, 1956, in Johnstown, the son of late Russell, Sr. and Sadie M. (Sherman) Penrose.  Also preceded in death by brothers Sam Penrose, Jr., Phillip Penrose, Sr., and Timothy Penrose, Sr.  and nephews Rusty Penrose,...

Oct 25, 2025

Janet A. (Meyer) Saltarelli, 76, of New Florence, went to be with the Lord on October 25, 2025, at UPMC East Hospital in Monroeville with her husband and daughter by her side. She was born on March 17, 1949, in Johnstown, the daughter of the late Elmer L. and Anna Grace (Miller) Meyer of Seward. She...

Oct 25, 2025

Lori Marie Nixon, 67, Robinson, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on October 25, 2025, at Beacon Ridge, after a life dedicated to caring for others. Born on July 12, 1958, in Johnstown, the daughter of the late Richard and Verna (Barbus) Nixon. Lori was a beacon of compassion and kindness to everyone who knew...

Oct 21, 2025

Debra "Deb" (Lavely) Burnheimer, 66, Seward, passed away October 21, 2025, at IRMC.  Born July 2, 1959, in Johnstown the daughter of Janet (McClain) Fry, of Seward and the late Clarence Fry.  Also preceded in death by brother Frederick Lavely, III.

Also survived by daughter Maggie...

Oct 20, 2025

Donald R. Lichtenfels, 74, Robinson passed away October 20, 2025, at 7:30 PM at Indiana Regional Medical Center.  Born May 22, 1951, in Johnstown the son of late Richard D.  Lichtenfels and Leona Pearle (Steffey) Lichtenfels-Brant.  Also preceded in death by wife Janice (Stiffey) Lichtenfels, great-granddaughter Natalee, and sister Darlene Clark.

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Oct 11, 2025

Joel I. Hunt, 68, of Fairfield Township was taken from this world on October 11, 2025, and is now resting in heaven with his Lord and Savior. Born March 4, 1957, in Somerset, PA he is the son of the late John and Gloria (Powell) Hunt. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of...

Oct 11, 2025

Ronald (Ron) R. Drylie, 73, of Bolivar, Pennsylvania left this world suddenly on Saturday, October 11, 2025. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend who will be deeply missed. He was born on December 13, 1951, in Greensburg, son of the late Violet Anderson Drylie and Robert E. Drylie. He grew up in Irwin...

Oct 10, 2025

Jacob Krisko, Sr., 98, Seward, passed away October 10, 2025, at Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown.  Born July 19, 1927, in Jamestown, Cambria County, the son of late John and Mary (Farren) Krisko.  Also preceded in death by wife Rita (Macek) Krisko, daughter Karen Krisko, and these brothers and sisters Sophie Roberts, Frank Krisko, John...

Oct 4, 2025

Martha Louise Felton, 78, Armagh, who departed this life peacefully on October 4, 2025, at Indiana Regional Medical Center. Born on March 30, 1947, in St. Clair Twp., the daughter of the late Harry & Lois (Galbraith) Davis.

Martha is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Harry Ivan Felton;...

Oct 1, 2025

Maria A. Baird, of Murrysville, formerly of Robinson, a beloved daughter, devoted mother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2025, at the age of 50, in Pittsburgh. Born on March 18, 1975, in Johnstown, Maria lived a vibrant life marked by her unwavering spirit and dedication to her family and most importantly her...

Sep 30, 2025

Bonnie Lou Trimble, 81, New Florence went to be with the Lord September 30, 2025, at Independence Health Westmoreland Hospital.  Born August 17, 1944, in Johnstown the daughter of late James W. and Doris I. (Knupp) Trimble.  Also preceded in death by brothers James F. Trimble and his wife Nancy, and Harry R. Trimble.

Sep 27, 2025

Patricia Ilene "Patty" Long, 86, New Florence, passed away September 27, 2025, at home.  Born July 2, 1939, in New Florence the daughter of the late William & Eva (O'Leary) Boring.  Also preceded in death by husband Alfred E. Long; brothers Ralph, Othea, Sr., John, and Dean Boring; sisters Elizabeth Tompkins and Adeline Morrow; and adoptive...

Sep 25, 2025

James A. Hill, 86, Cramer, died September 25, 2025, at home surrounded by family.  Born September 8, 1939, in Robinson the son of late Harry and Irene (Layman) Hill.

Survived by wife Linda (Rudnik) Hill, of 57 years.  Also survived by sons Jeff (Cil), Brian (June),...

Sep 21, 2025

Eldene G. (Foust) Smith, 97, Bolivar, went home to be with her Lord on September 21, 2025.  Born February 24, 1928, in Robinson, the daughter of the late Wilbert Emerson and Matilda (McClarren) Foust.  Also preceded in death by husbands William "Snuffy" Smith and Clifford Shiley, grandson Shawn Carota, brothers and sister Emerson, Doris, Arnold, Roe,...

Sep 18, 2025

Robert P. "Bob" Baird, Jr., 69, Johnstown passed away September 18, 2025, at the Creighton Center, Johnstown.  Born December 27, 1955, in Johnstown the son of late Robert P., Sr. and Beatrice A. (Gibson) Baird.  Also preceded in death by brothers Richard, Keith, and Roger Baird.

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Sep 15, 2025

Carolyn C. Kerr, 82, Brush Valley passed away September 15, 2025, at Select Specialty Hospital, Johnstown.  Born September 9, 1943, in Johnstown the daughter of late Stanley and Edna (Stewart) Deyarmin.

Survived by husband of 63 years Samuel T. Kerr.  Sons Gregory Kerr and wife Vicky,...

Sep 15, 2025

Mary Lou Figard, 75, Windber passed away September 15, 2025, peacefully at home.  Born September 21, 1949, in Johnstown the daughter of late Clifford and Inez (Cramer) Haire.  Also preceded in death by son Stephen Figard, grandson Hunter Figard, sister Anna Gillin, and brothers Robert, Lewis, and Kenneth Haire.

Sep 7, 2025

George Joel Wood, Jr, 79, Bolivar passed away September 7, 2025, at his home.  Born January 3, 1946, in Wilkinsburg, the son of late George J. Sr., and Adair (Johnson) Wood.  Also preceded in death by son George James Wood, daughter Christina Skewis, sister Kathleen Anne Eberts and sister Kathryn Eberts.

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