Obituaries
Thomas J. "Tom" Nosko
Jan 8, 2025
NOSKO---Thomas J., 75, Johnstown, died peacefully January 8, 2025 at Memorial Medical Center. Born July 18, 1949, in Johnstown, son of John Joseph and Josephine Patricia (Waronek) Nosko. Preceded in death by parents; brother, Bob Nosko and sister-in-law, Alexis Nosko. Survived by daughter, Tomi Lynne Nosko, Johnstown; grandsons, Logan and Landon Heptner and granddaughters, Ella and Hanna Leitenberger; sister, Donna...
Irene T. Seigh
Jan 7, 2025
Seigh – Irene T. 92, Geistown, went to be with the Lord on January 7, 2025 at Richland Healthcare. Born on May 21, 1932 in Johnstown, daughter of Paul and Anna (Totyk) Horwat.
Preceded in death by her parents; grandsons, Phillip and James Seigh; daughter-in-law, Susan (Snyder) Seigh; siblings, Mary Hohrun, Stephen M. Horwat, Verna Lappi, Ann Kinder, Betty Robertson, Paul...
Jane Louise Knepper
Jan 4, 2025
KNEPPER- Jane Louise (Teeter), 75, Johnstown went to be with Lord, passing away peacefully at home on January 4, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born November 18, 1949, in Johnstown. 1967 graduate of Greater Johnstown High School. Preceded in death by mother, Dorothy Teeter; special mother-in-law, Reba Atwell; infant daughter, Janie Ann; son, Jeffrey; and brothers...
Wilma I. Sharpe
Jan 3, 2025
Sharpe – Wilma I., 89, of Johnstown, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2025. Born on July 5, 1935, to Gilbert and Olive (Adams) Davis in Johnstown, Wilma was one of six children in the Davis family. Her life was marked by resilience, love, and an unwavering dedication to family.
When Wilma was just 14, her father tragically passed away. As...
Ashok Vishram Padhiar
Jan 2, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dr, Ashok Vishram Padhiar age 70 of Johnstown, Pa on January 2, 2025. He is survived by his loving wife Shelee Padhiar, his sister Bhanumati Vadher, his closest friend of over 50 years, Vijay Shah and his wife Rashmita, 3 nieces and nephews, and 6 great nieces and nephews....
Janet A. Kalinyak
Jan 2, 2025
Kalinyak – Janet A., 76, Portage, went to be with the Lord on January 2, 2025. Born on December 5, 1948 in Johnstown, daughter of John R. and Maryann (Packer) Dyson. Preceded in death by her parents, and husband, Richard G. Kalinyak.
She is survived by her loving son, Richard J. (Niki) Kalinyak, Lilly, PA; brothers, Ron (Sheryl) Kline, Indiana and...
Nancy Gula
Jan 1, 2025
Gula, Nancy, 90, of Franklin Borough, went to be with the Lord on January 01, 2025, at the Villa Crest. Born on September 5, 1934 in Johnstown. Daughter of George and Mary (Pjevec) Raslovich. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Daniel Gula, sister, Florence Kuruzovich, and brother, George Raslovich. She is survived by daughter Daniella, wife of Wayne Fisher,...
Shirley M. Hoffman
Jan 1, 2025
HOFFMAN- Shirley M., 88, of Richland. Went to be with the Lord on Jan. 1, at Horizons at The Villa Crest. Born Jan. 2, 1936 in Washington, DC. Daughter of the late Charles and Virginia Kimmell. Also preceded in death by daughter Genny Horne. Survived by husband of 69 years, Van F. Hoffman; son Kai (Beverly) Hoffman; son in law,...
Joye L. Stephens
Dec 29, 2024
Stephens - Joye Lorraine, 79, Richland, went to be with the Lord on December 29, 2024 at Laurel View Village, Davidsville. Born on January 10, 1945 in Johnstown, daughter of Clarence E. and Ruth (Bheam) Kelley. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, William J.; brother, Gary B. (Crash) Kelley, step son, William J. “Billy” Stephens.
She is survived by her...
Robert G. Kloo
Dec 25, 2024
KLOO—Robert G. 85 passed away on Dec. 25, 2024 at home. Born March 7, 1939, in Bethlehem, son of George and Barbara (Hilbert) Kloo. Preceded in by parents; and infant son, Kevin; brothers, George, John, Joseph, Stephen and William; sisters, Theresa Frisoli, Elizabeth Lynn, Margaret Pelizoto, Irene Payonk, Goldie and Mary Ann Kloo. Survived by loving wife of 56 years,...
Robert J. Steeves "Jack"
Dec 19, 2024
Steeves – Robert J. “Jack”, 82, Upper Yoder Township, went to be with the Lord on December 19, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born on December 6, 1942 in Brenizer, PA, son of Reginald and Catherine Steeves. Preceded in death by his parents; son, Jeff Steeves. He was the last of his 9 siblings.
He is survived by...
Nancy J. Russo
Dec 18, 2024
Russo – Nancy Jean, 77, Johnstown, formerly of Oakland, NJ. went to be with the Lord on December 18, 2024 at Richland Woods. Born on May 13, 1947 in Paterson, NJ, daughter of James Wallace and Ruth Jane (Meredith) Romaine. Preceded in death by her parents, and daughter, Michele M. Russo.
She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years,...
Ethel Vyne Warshel
Dec 12, 2024
WARSHEL, Ethel Vyne, 94, formerly of Johnstown, died December 12, 2024, at the Lutheran Home at Topton, Topton, PA. She was born September 12, 1930, in Windber, daughter of Thomas and Prudence (Davies) Mills. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin, her parents, and her sister, Prudence Harris. She is survived by her children: Kimberly; Edwin, Jr. (Deb...
Jeffry J. Potasnik
Dec 11, 2024
Potasnik - Jeffry John, 69, of Johnstown, PA, passed away on December 11, 2024 after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Jeff was born on January 12, 1955 to Albert and Mary (Klink) Potasnik in Johnstown. He graduated from Greater Johnstown Area Vocational Technical School in 1972 and began his career at Bethlehem Steel. After being laid off at Bethlehem Steel,...
John P Lushko
Dec 6, 2024
Lushko – John P. 77 of Oakland, went to be with the Lord on Dec. 6, 2024 at Conemaugh hospital. Born on Jan. 8, 1947 in Johnstown, son of John and Paulette (Humbert) Lushko. Preceded in death by Parents and his sons Michael J. and Derek P. Lushko, Brother-in-law David J. Wilkie.
He is survived by his former wife Carol Vore-Orms...
Patricia A. Powers
Dec 6, 2024
Powers – Patricia A., 90, of Salix, PA, died peacefully on December 6, 2024. She was born and raised in Titusville, PA, to Cletus and Madeline (Karg) English with her nine brothers and sisters. Her childhood aspiration was to be a mother, which seemed unlikely due to her childhood illnesses and asthma. Her wish was fulfilled, though, after marrying the...
Mark R. Bates
Dec 6, 2024
Bates – Mark R., 67, Windber, went to be with the Lord on December 6, 2024. He was born July 22, 1957, in Windber, PA, to the late Charles R. and Audrey June (Thompson) Bates.
Survived by sister, M'Liss and husband Mike Pearrow and nephew, Jack all of Pittsburgh; aunt, LaRue Lawson, Richland Twp. and several cousins, and many friends, including...
William Robert Guyan Jr.
Dec 4, 2024
Guyan - William R. Jr., “Bob”, 81, Seymour. TN, formerly of Richland, went to be with the Lord on December 4, 2024 in Tennessee, where he had relocated in 2011 after retiring. Born December 20, 1942 in Johnstown, son of William R. Sr and Betty (Wirfel) Guyan.
Preceded in death by his parents; infant son, Bobby, and sister, Gwen Kelly.
Bob was...
Timothy R. Miller
Nov 28, 2024
MILLER- Timothy R., 71, of Johnstown, PA, passed away peacefully on November 28th, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 3, 1953, Tim was the beloved son of the late Ken and Elizabeth( McCloskey) Miller. He was preceded in death by his sister, Pamela Weaver, and nephew, Brian Weaver. Tim is survived by his devoted wife of 43 years,...
Shirley M. Boerstler
Nov 26, 2024
Boerstler – Shirley M., 92, Richland Township, went to be with the Lord on November 26, 2024. Born on May 7, 1932 in Johnstown, daughter of Marcus N. and May (Jones) Trautman. Preceded in death by her parents; sister, Ivy “Carol” Crist, and brothers-in-law, Alex Zubatiuk, and Fred Crist.
She is survived by her loving children, Eric E. (Linda) Boerstler, Pittsburgh,...
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