Obituaries

Apr 17, 2012

Beth Ann Slebodnik, 53, of Greensburg, passed away, Tuesday, April 17, 2012 in Oak Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born November 23, 1958 in Greensburg a daughter of the late Stephen and Elizabeth (Burkett) Slebodnik. Beth Ann is survived by her son Christopher Brunson and his wife Heather of Mt. Pleasant; three granddaughters, Haylie, Krista and Kendra Brunson;...

Mar 17, 2012

William J. Fox, Jr., 62 of Scottdale, passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, March 17, 2012. He was born August 10, 1949 a son of the late William J. and Kathryn Imogene (Forrest) Fox.

Bill was retired from Connellsville Area High School where he was an English teacher. He also assisted as a coach for the Boys Tennis team,...

Mar 16, 2012

David M. "Smitty" Smith, of Scottdale, passed away suddenly, March 16, 2012 at his home on his 50th birthday. Dave was born in Mt. Pleasant the son of Charles Wayne and Glenda (Ansell) Smith of Scottdale.

He was a graduate of Southmoreland High School Class of 1980 and Clarion University. He also was a member of Molinaro...

Mar 12, 2012

David H. "Pap" Stants, 81, of Ruffsdale, passed away, Monday, March 12, 2012 at his home. He was born June 1, 1930 in Ruffsdale a son of the late David E. and Mazzie V. (Soles) Stants.

He was a retired auto mechanic having worked for the former, Chelsted Motors, Greensburg. He enjoyed camping and landscaping and working...

Mar 11, 2012

George Emmanuel Malik, age 93, of Springfield, Missouri, and formerly of Everson, Pa., passed away Sunday, March 11, 2012 with his loving wife and daughter at his side. The son of the late Peter Malik III and Dora M. (Collins) Malik, he was born September 13,1918 in Valley Works, Pa. and named for both of his grandfathers. He was raised...

Mar 8, 2012

Ruth E. Shaw, 94, formerly of Tarrs, passed away, Thursday, March 8, 2012 in Westmoreland Manor. She was born June 3, 1917 in Mt. Pleasant a daughter of the late John and Cora (Hershberger) Dodson.

Ruth was a homemaker and a loving, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Years ago, she worked at the Julie Anne Shop in Mt....

Feb 28, 2012

Dora Marie Sharp, 89 of Scottdale, passed away, Tuesday, February 28, 2012 in Scottdale Manor Rehablitiaton Center. She was born December 4, 1922 in Scottdale a daughter of the late Theodore and Antonette (Hefft) Wildey. Dora was a member of Trinity Reformed United Church of Christ, Scottdale. She was an avid gardener and was known locally for selling her home...

Feb 3, 2012

Cherie J. Miller, 43, of Scottdale, passed away Friday, February 3, 2012 in UPMC Shadyside. Cherie was born October 28, 1968 in Mt. Pleasant the daughter of Jane (Blackburn) Groomes of Connellsville and Robert Guynn of Scottdale. Cherie was employed as the office manager of Groomes Transit, Scottdale and had previously been employed at Williamhouse and Goo's Restaurant, Mt. Pleasant....

Feb 1, 2012

Isobel E. "Izzy" Brooks, 88, of Scottdale, passed away, Wednesday, February 1, 2012 in Latrobe Select Specialty Hospital. Isobel was born March 18, 1923 in Luzerne Township, Fayette County a daughter of the late Nelson C. and Sara (Johnson) Porter. Isobel retired from Scottdale Bank and Trust where she was employed as a teller and then worked in the bank...

Jan 1, 2012

Savina Josephine Tulley, 93, of Everson, passed away, Sunday, January 1, 2012 in Harmon House Care Center, Mt. Pleasant. She was born July 28, 1918 in Everson a daughter of the late George and Rose Szczygiel. Josephine owned and operated Tulley's Beauty Shop in Everson. Years ago, she was employed by the former Bell Telephone Company and she was also...

Dec 13, 2011

Ronald K. Hyskell, 68 of Alverton, passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2011. He was born May 13, 1943 in Mt. Pleasant a son of the late David C. and Mabel I. (Johnson) Hyskell. Ron was a well-known local farmer, having owned and operated Hyskell Farms in Alverton for many years. He was a great outdoorsman enjoying hunting and fishing. In...

Dec 13, 2011

Richard R. Campbell, 85, of Scottdale, passed away, Tuesday, December 13, 2011. Mr. Campbell was born May 21, 1926 in New Cumberland, WV a son of the late Frank R. and Mary Catherine (Kline) Campbell. He was a self-employed business owner and years ago was active in the Scottdale community. He was a veteran of the United States Navy. Mr....

Nov 2, 2011

Harry Tom Barclay, 65, of Yukon, passed away Wednesday, November 2, 2011. He was born March 22, 1946 in Blairsville RD 3 a son of the late Robert E. and Anna Etta Mae Barclay. Tom was retired and had previously worked in the Excavating and Trucking business. He was a veteran of the US Navy serving during the Vietnam era....

Nov 1, 2011

Robert D. Luft, 80 of Scottdale, passed away peacefully and went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, November 01, 2011 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born March 4, 1931 in Wyano a son of the late William and Gladys (Corella) Luft.

Bob was a retired steelworker having worked at National Tube and Christy...

Oct 29, 2011

Donald A. Groomes, 78, of Connellsville, passed away Saturday, October 29, 2011 at home surrounded by his loving family. Don was born May 4, 1933 at Rices Landing a son of the late W. Arthur and Ida (Neff) Groomes.

Don was the owner-operator of Groomes Transit Inc. and Groomes Tours of Scottdale for 33 years and was...

Oct 15, 2011

Mary Jane Riley, 86, of Scottdale, passed away Saturday, October 15, 2011 in Westmoreland Manor. She was born April 13, 1925 in Scottdale a daughter of the late Clayton L. and Edna B. (Fretts) Uber. Mary Jane was retired from National City Bank, Scottdale where she was employed as operations officer. She was a graduate of Scottdale High School and...

Oct 11, 2011

Helen A. Lynch, 70, of Ruffsdale, passed away Tuesday, October 11, 2011 in Excela Westmoreland Hospital. She was born August 26, 1941 in Grindstone a daughter of the late Henry and Anna Mae (Sidehammer) Miller. Helen had been employed as an animal care technician with Hilltop Labs. She was also a member of Faith Bible Church. In addition to her...

Oct 3, 2011

Dr. Richard P. Malone, Jr., MD, of Glenside, passed away unexpectedly, Monday, October 3, 2011. He was born June 25, 1952 in Mt. Pleasant a son of the late Richard P. Malone, Sr. and Shirley (Noschese) Malone Eckman of Everson. Richard was currently a professor of psychiatry at Drexel University College of Medicine. He was a 1970 graduate of Geibel...

Oct 2, 2011

Melvin N. Sager, 62, of Scottdale, passed away, Sunday October 2, 2011. He was born January 5, 1949 a son of Hazel (Keyser) Grimes of Butler. In addition to his mother, Melvin is survived by his longtime friend, Rose McFern and his extended family, David & Lee Wildey and family. Private services are in the care of GRAFT-JACQUILLARD FUNERAL &...

Sep 26, 2011

Wayne D. "Troop" Canady, 50 of Mt. Pleasant, passed away, Monday, September 26, 2011 in Excela Frick Hospital, Mt. Pleasant. He was born February 10, 1961 in Williamsburg, VA, the son of Douglas and Ivy (Taylor) Canady of Williamsburg. He was a laborer with 11th Street Construction and served in the US Army attaining the rank of E-4. In addition...