Obituaries
Joann A. Mishler
Apr 1, 2018
Mishler, Joann A., 87, of Richland Township, passed away on April 1, 2018 at Conemaugh Medical Center. Born on February 8, 1931 in Johnstown. Daughter of Denver F. Sr. and Edna F. (Buchanan) Conrad. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her daughter, Janice K. Cook; grandson, Shawn Harr; brothers, Denver, Roy, and Carl Conrad and...
Irene Cathy Surap
Mar 31, 2018
Surap – Irene Cathy, 58, of East Conemaugh, went to be with the Lord on March 31, 2018. Born on June 30, 1959 in Johnstown, daughter of the late Kenneth Teeter and Rosemarie (Urban) Teeter, East Taylor Township. In addition to her father, she is preceded in death by children, Richard Kent, Candice Rose, Stephanie Ann, and Shawn. In addition...
Paul A. Singer
Mar 29, 2018
Singer, Paul A., 85, of Johnstown. Passed away surrounded by his loving family on March 29, 2018, at Windber Hospice. Born August 16, 1932 in Johnstown. Son of the late Melvin and Nellie (Siehl) Singer. Also preceded in death by his loving wife, Marjorie R. (Cober) Singer; siblings Melvin, Thomas, and George Singer; and granddaughter Cassandra L. Singer. Survived by...
Lois J. Bloom
Mar 28, 2018
Bloom, Lois J., 86, of Richland Twp. Died Mar. 28, 2018, at Conemaugh Medical Center. Born Nov. 2, 1931, in South Fork. Daughter of the late Lawrence and Laura (Ellenberger) Varner. Also preceded in death by husband, Ervin L. Bloom; and brother Glenn (Donna). Survived by daughters, Judy (Russell) Tipton, Ohio; and Brenda Bloom (Stan Shirley), Indiana, Pa; sons Larry...
Raymond H. Hughes
Mar 27, 2018
Hughes, Raymond H., 79, departed for his heavenly home on Tuesday, March 27, 2018. Born July 15, 1938, in Ehrenfeld, Pennsylvania. Raymond "Ray" was the son of the late Peter and Norma (Hale) Hughes. He was also preceded in death by his sisters; Norma Stephey, Regina Bailey, and Tillie Harbart; and brothers; Wilford Hughes and Regis Hughes. Surviving are his loving...
Donna Schellhammer
Mar 23, 2018
Schellhammer, Donna, 67, Turtle Creek, Pittsburgh, formerly of East Conemaugh. Died Mar. 23, 2018 in Pittsburgh. Born June 17, 1950, in Johnstown, Daughter of the late Andrew and Helen (Risko) Labosky. Wife of 47 wonderful years to her only love Frank R. Schellhammer. Mother of precious beloved daughter Julie and furry companion dog Dusty. Sister to Andrew, Margaret Luther, Elaine...
Edward J. Cernic, Sr.
Mar 21, 2018
Cernic, Edward J. Sr., “PAP”, 85, Tanneryville. Died Mar. 21, 2018, at Conemaugh Medical Center. Born Feb. 2, 1933, in Johnstown. Son of the late Joseph and Mary (Jurcevich) Cernic. Also preceded in death by wife, Nancy A. (Felix); and brother John. Survived by sons Edward Jr (Rosie); Kelly (Brendan); Jackson, Elin, Grayson; Marie (Reggie); Raina and Willow; son Craig (Connie)...
Charles B. Cvijanovich
Mar 20, 2018
Cvijanovich, Charles B. “Charlie”, 77, of Parkhill. Died March 20, 2018, at Conemaugh Medical Center. Born September 13, 1940, in Johnstown. Son of the late Elija and Martha (Bitsko) Cvijanovich. Preceded in death by son, Scott D. Cvijanovich; Stepfather Stanley “Dutch” Litzsky; brothers Thomas Bitsko, George Cvijanovich, Daniel Cvijanovich, and John Cvijanovich. Survived by wife of 54 years, Sonia M....
Leah H. Williams
Mar 19, 2018
WILLIAMS – Leah H. (Hunter), 85, of Johnstown, passed on to her heavenly reward on March 19, 2018, at Laurel View Village. Born on the 4th of July, 1932 in Pittsburgh, PA. Daughter of the late Rev. Austin Vanlier & Twila (Snyder) Hunter. Also preceded in death by her brother Rev. A. Vanlier Hunter. Survived by beloved husband of 62...
Joann L. Vasas
Mar 17, 2018
Vasas – Joann L., 84, Twin Rocks, went to be with the Lord on March 17, 2018. Born on June 17, 1933 in Johnstown, daughter of Harry Benjamin and Dorothy E. (Mills) Knauer. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Joseph Vasas; 2 infant sons; grandson, Daryl Evan Mack; sons-in-law, John E. Mack and Joseph Obrets; siblings, Ruth Oshalkin, Kenneth,...
Melburn R. Schatz
Mar 16, 2018
Schatz, Melburn R., 89, of Richland. Died Mar 16, 2018, at Conemaugh Medical Center. Born July 21, 1928, in Johnstown. Son of the late John W. and Sara M. (Sell) Schatz. Survived by wife of 67 years, Mary E. (Fochtman) Schatz; daughter, Melanie (Chuck) Hankinson; grandchildren, Kelly (Justin) Pyle; Travis (Jenna Speicher) Hankinson; great grandchildren, Ava and Vera. Brother of...
Harold L. Gilbert
Feb 28, 2018
Gilbert, Harold L., 97, went to his heavenly home on February 28, 2018. He was a resident of Arbutus Park Manor. Harold was the son of M. Lee and M. Alverda (Griffith) Gilbert and born on November 10, 1920 in Johnstown. Preceded in death by parents, his beloved wife, Dorothy “Dottie” Roberts who passed away on August 17th, 2015, and...
Mark J. Baserman
Feb 26, 2018
Baserman – Mark J., 60, Oakland, went to be with the Lord on February 26, 2018. Born on August 21, 1957 in Johnstown, son of James W. Baserman and Lucille A. (Cenney) Baserman, Oakland. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by several beloved dogs. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his loving wife,...
Carole E. Vogel
Feb 20, 2018
Vogel, Carole E. (Jefferies), 80, of Johnstown. Passed away at her home surrounded by her husband and children on February 20, 2018. Carole was born on July 31, 1937 in New York City and raised in the Bronx. Preceded in death by foster parents Catherine Lorditich and Nathan Walker. Survived by loving husband, Ronald, of 62 years. Children: Michael Vogel...
L. Grace Adams
Feb 20, 2018
Adams – L. Grace, 89, Richland Township, went to be with the Lord on February 20, 2018 at Memorial Medical Center. Born on July 11, 1928 in Elton, PA, daughter of Mahlon J. and Lillian (Harbaugh) Lehman. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Stewart; grandson, Steven Adams; siblings, Kenneth, Ruth Feathers, Iva Sipe, Zeda Schrack, Erma Stufft, Raymond, James,...
Lester J. Dunmeyer Sr.
Feb 19, 2018
Dunmeyer – Lester J. Sr., 77, Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on February 18, 2018 at Laurelwood Care Center. Born on February 27, 1940 in Johnstown, son of Harry L. and Thursa (Buckingham) Dunmeyer. Preceded in death by parents; sister, Lois Jean Lepley, daughter, Jean Dunmeyer. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Marjorie A....
Russell M. Peruso
Feb 19, 2018
Peruso, Russell M. Jr. “Rusty”, 83, of East Taylor Township. He passed peacefully and gracefully to be with our Lord and Savior surrounded by his family on Feb. 19, 2018 at Conemaugh Medical Center. Born March 22, 1934 in Johnstown. Son of the late Russell A. and Jennie (Cannin) Peruso. Also preceded in death by brothers Anthony and Lawrence (killed...
William R. Rose, Sr.
Feb 16, 2018
Rose, William R. Sr., 57, of Johnstown. Died Feb. 16, 2018. Born Sept 4, 1960, in Johnstown. Son of Philip R. and Doris J. (Snyder) Rose. Preceded in death by brother Robert Foster Rose. Survived by parents; wife Brenda L. (Wadas); children, William Jr., Kennett Square (Phila.), Taylor N. and Haven M. Rose, Johnstown; step daughter, Ashley Vogel; sisters, Barbara...
Delbert E. Johnson
Feb 12, 2018
Johnson – Delbert E., “Del”, 89, of Vinco. Went to be with the Lord on February 12, 2018, at Arbutus Park Manor. Born on December 4, 1928, in Johnstown. Son of the late Harold and Martha (Wilson) Johnson. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Pearl (Pekera) Johnson; siblings; Carl,...
Reynold J. Clement
Feb 11, 2018
Clement – Reynold J., “Ren”, 78, Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on February 11, 2018 and is reunited with his daughter, Annette. Born on May 29, 1939 in Windber, son of Albert and Lucy (Delorie) Clement. In addition to his daughter he is preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Albert and Mary Clement, and his beloved golden...
