Obituaries
Paul Raynor Ream
Jan 23, 2017
Ream, Paul Raynor, “Speedy”, 98, of Richland Twp. Died Jan, 23, 2017, at Conemaugh Medical Center. Born Nov. 27, 1918, in Johnstown. Son of the late Benjamin Franklin and Dora (Hoffman) Ream. Also preceded in death by wife, Edith Sleek; son, Joe “Chip” Ream; siblings, John and Donald Ream, Esther, Nina Belle and Norma Ream, and Norine Karoly. Survived by...
Betty M. Mottern
Jan 21, 2017
Mottern – Betty M., 84, Richland, died January 21, 2017, peacefully at Arbutus Park Manor, surrounded by loving family. Born September 16, 1932, in Mt. Carmel, PA, daughter of Reverend John and Elizabeth (Hulka) Janisak. Preceded in death by parents; and sons Jeffrey and Daniel Mottern. Survived by her husband, D. Quay Mottern; son, Dr. Richard Mottern married to Nina;...
Helen Marie Yakulik
Jan 21, 2017
Yakulik - Helen Marie, 70, of East Conemaugh Borough, passed away peacefully in the arms of her daughters on January 21, 2017. Helen Marie was born in Johnstown to the late James Salata and Helen (Ziemba) Salata, East Taylor Township. In addition to her father, she is preceded in death by her beloved dog, Samantha. In addition to her mother,...
Edward Ziemba
Jan 20, 2017
Ziemba – Edward, 80, East Taylor Township, went to be with the Lord on January 20, 2017 at Memorial Medical Center. Born on March 11, 1936 in Johnstown, son of Joseph and Mary (Zuzak) Ziemba. Preceded in death by his parents; son, Steven Joseph; siblings, Frank, Ted, Stella Pyshnik, John, Joe, Adell “Dolly”, and Chester “Chet”. He is survived by...
Lawrence F. Miller
Jan 17, 2017
Miller - Lawrence F., 91, of Hopewell, PA, passed away on January 17, 2017, at his residence. He was born on December 30, 1925 in Langdondale, PA, Son of the late Fred and Marie (Eichelberger) Miller. He was raised by his late grandparents, Abe and Mary (McCue) Eichelberger. In addition to his parents and grandparents, he is preceded in death by a sister, Patricia...
Loretta H. Cummins
Jan 16, 2017
Cummins, Loretta H., 101, Richland Township, died on January 16, 2017 at Windber Hospice. Born on May 21, 1915 in Greensburg, daughter of the late James W. and the late Mary (Cleary) Kiley. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Frank P. Cummins. She is survived by her loving daughter, Charlene Cummins Azar (David),...
Dolores Ann Partsch
Jan 16, 2017
Partsch, Dolores Ann, 79, of Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on January 16, 2017 at her residence. Born on April 5, 1937 in Johnstown daughter of Joseph and Frances (McCall) Hartnett. Preceded in death by parents; and brothers, Thomas and Joseph; and sister, Grace. She is survived by children, Kimberley, Lisa, Michelle, Lori, and Michael; 9 grandchildren; and...
Wyona A. Shaffer
Jan 13, 2017
Shaffer, Wyona A., 95, of Richland. Went to be with our Lord Jan. 13, 2017. Born Nov. 8, 1921, in Johnstown. Daughter of the late Frank H. and Cora M. (Paul) Berkey. Also preceded in death by husband Galen M. Shaffer; siblings, Thelma, Paul, Gerald and Wade Berkey; son in laws, Bob Trent and Bill Huss. Survived by daughters, Romayne...
Lorraine K. Saintz
Jan 12, 2017
Saintz, Lorraine K. “Rainy”, 70, of Benshoff Hill. Died Jan. 12, 2017, at Conemaugh Medical Center. Born Mar. 3, 1946, in Johnstown. Daughter of the late Luigi and Gladys (Spalazzi) Bertoncini; and sister in law, Nannette Saintz. Survived by husband of 49 years, DeVon R. Saintz; son, Michael (Michelle) Saintz; and grandson, Brandon. Sister of Gary Bertoncini. Sister in law...
Jerry Ray Bassett
Jan 10, 2017
Bassett – Jerry Ray, 77, Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on January 10, 2017 at Windber Hospice. Born on October 4, 1939 in Johnstown, son of Raymond and Louella (Martin) Bassett. Preceded in death by his parents; 1st wife, Irene (Hochstein) Bassett, and brother, Forrest. He is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Doris J. (Umbaugh)...
Nancy C. Faith
Jan 5, 2017
Faith, Nancy C., 77, of Geistown. Went to be with the Lord on Jan. 5, 2017, at home. Born Dec. 28, 1939, in Johnstown. Daughter of the late James I. and Mildred T. (White) Gay. Also, preceded in death by sister, L. Gayle Cauffiel; and in laws, Delmas and Ida Mae Faith. Survived by loving husband of 59 years, Ronald...
Robert G. O'Shea
Jan 5, 2017
O’Shea, Robert G. “Bob”, 90, of Geistown. Died Jan. 5, 2017, at Conemaugh Medical Center. Born September 21, 1926, in Johnstown. Son of the late Thomas N. and Helen B. (Emerick) O’Shea. Survived by loving wife of 66 years, Kathryn L. (Sellers); children, Karen, wife of Russ Brubaker; Patricia, wife of Mark Beigay; grandchildren, Stacy (Patrick) Colbert, Michelle (Daniel) Bumgarner,...
Andrew John Snyder
Jan 4, 2017
Snyder, Andrew John, who dedicated his life to his country, his family and his faith. Andy was born in Johnstown, Pennsylvania and served in the United States Navy and on assignment with the United States Marine Corps in World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War and during the Cuban Missile Crisis. His assignments included Composite Squadron VC-4,...
John B. Candler
Jan 2, 2017
Candler, John B., 68, Somerset, formerly of Vinco. Died Jan. 2, 2017, at home. Born Jan. 31, 1948, in Johnstown. Son of the late John D. and Eileen M. (Bowen) Candler. Survived by siblings; Cheryl (Harlan) Fricke, Hanover, PA; Patty Bickel, Glendale, PA; Michelle (William) Bimeal, Rochester, PA; Lisa Moore, Cranberry, PA; and Jeanine (Kenneth) Hite, Carrolltown, PA.; uncle of...
George Welker Hancock
Dec 31, 2016
Hancock, George Welker, 97, Oakland. Went to be with the Lord on December 31, 2016 at home. Born August 11, 1919, in Mount Union, Huntington County. Preceded in death by parents, Edith (Bard) and Tone Hancock; 8 siblings, first wife Josephine M. (Swope) in 1948; second wife Margaret P. (Byrne) in 1994 and longtime companion Ruth Miller in 2015. He...
Patricia A. Owens
Dec 29, 2016
Owens – Patricia A. “Patty”, 52, Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on December 29, 2016 at her residence. Born on September 21, 1964 in Johnstown, daughter of John F. and Rita M. (Gallegher) Owens. Preceded in death by her parents; grandson, Jack Nelson; sisters, Cathy Lovejoy and Joanne Owens; father-in-law, Alex Lermineau Jr. She is survived by her...
M. Faye Hagerich
Dec 25, 2016
Hagerich, M. Faye, 84, of Jackson Township, passed away on December 25, 2016, at Cambria Care Center. Born on February 28, 1932 in Sidman. Daughter of O.J. and Elizabeth (Brewer) Shaffer. She is preceded in death by her parents; sister, Elizabeth Anne Shaffer and a brother, Samuel L. Shaffer. Survived by loving husband of 60 years, Paul T. Hagerich; son,...
James "Terry" T. McGrath
Dec 24, 2016
McGrath, James T. "Terry", 69 of Johnstown, Died suddenly on Dec. 24, 2016, in Virginia Beach, Va. He was born on January 11, 1947, in Johnstown, PA. Terry was preceded in death by his father, James McGrath and wife, Christine McGrath. He is survived by his mother, Betty McGrath; sisters, Judy (Bob) Murphy and Carole (Henry) Dulak; daughters, Amy (Jeff) Muller, Missie Howell; and...
Larry L. Gall
Dec 22, 2016
Gall, Larry L., 66, of Richland Township. Died Dec. 22, 2016, at Conemaugh Medical Center. Born Sept. 30, 1950, in Windber. Son of the late Julius and Helen (Gore) Gall. Also preceded in death by brother, David Gall; and sister-in-law, Donna (Allmond) Gall. Survived by wife Ann M. (Lechak); son Larry Gall; and daughter, Hope Gall. Brother of Gene (Dawn...
Donna J. Guyan
Dec 21, 2016
Guyan – Donna J., 69, East Taylor Township, went to be with the Lord on December 21, 2016, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born on May 24, 1947 in Johnstown, daughter of the late Thomas and Louise Miller. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by step father, Herman Goehres, and daughter-in-law, Kathy Guyan. She is survived...
