Obituaries
Florence T. Cowan-Marron
Apr 14, 2016
Cowan-Marron – Florence T., 87, Belmont, went to be with the Lord on April 14, 2016 at Memorial Medical Center. Born on March 13, 1929 in Johnstown, daughter of Julius A. and Mary Magdeline (Bodenschatz) Rosage. Preceded in death by her parents; 1st husband, Charles A. Cowan; 2nd husband, Thomas M. Marron; son-in-law, John D. Rossi; siblings, Sister Marcia “Delores”...
Andrew C. Grata
Apr 13, 2016
Grata – Andrew C., 83, of Vinco, died on April 13, 2016 at his residence. Born November 7, 1932, in Vinco. Son of the late Andrew E. and Sophie (Sewalk) Grata. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Stella E. (Smolko) Grata; siblings, Alverda Stublarec-Wyrwas, Ronald, Carl, and an infant sister,...
Mildred F. Luther
Apr 13, 2016
Luther - Mildred F., 99, of Richland Twp., went to be with her Lord and Master on April 13, 2016 at Memorial Medical Center. Mildred was born February 10, 1917, in Friedens, PA, Somerset County, daughter of Adam J. and Charlotte (McClelland) Berkebile. She was preceded in death by parents, first husband, Clyde R. Schrock, second husband, William C. Luther,...
Frank B. Trio
Apr 11, 2016
Trio – Frank B., 85, Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on April 11, 2016 at Memorial Medical Center. Born on April 6, 1931 in Johnstown, son of Frank and Anna (Shorto) Trio-Trakas. Preceded in death by his parents; sisters; Grace Coby and Carmella Ernst; brothers, Joseph and Nicholas; and brother-in-law, Austin Rilogio. He is survived by his loving...
Thomas M. Pennington
Apr 11, 2016
Pennington, Thomas M., 69, Johnstown. Went to meet his Lord and Savior on April 11, 2016, at Conemaugh Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 2, 1946, in Oil City, PA . Son of the late Rev. Charles M. and Dorothy M. (Wahlberg) Pennington. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by brother Charles...
Elizabeth Karan
Apr 9, 2016
Karan, Elizabeth, 86, Bon Air. Died April 9, 2016, at Arbutus Park Manor. Born Dec. 7, 1929, in East Conemaugh Borough. Daughter of the late John and Mary (Sernansky) Petriska. Also preceded in death by husband of 51 years, Steve Karan; siblings, Ann Onufer, Charles, John, George, Mike, Alex and Pete Petriska. Survived by daughter, Laura, wife of Mark Malzi,...
Josephine L. Dolence
Apr 5, 2016
Dolence – Josephine L., “Peppy”, 97, of Allentown, formerly of Bon Air, went to be with the Lord on April 5, 2016 at Heartland of Mentor, Mentor, OH. Born on October 21, 1918 in Johnstown, daughter of John and Josephine (Prhne) Jacoby. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Anthony Dolence; grandson, William Von Alt; 5 brothers and a sister. She...
Isabelle C. Lux
Apr 4, 2016
Lux, Isabelle C., 95, of Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on April 4, 2016 at Amber Hills at Cambria Care Center. Born on March 27, 1921 in Johnstown, daughter of Daniel G. and Delilis A. (Farabaugh) Richardson. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Rupert A. Lux; daughter, Bonnie Prokop; brothers, Eugene and Howard; sisters, Ruth Bender, Genevieve...
John J. Mazzarese
Apr 2, 2016
Mazzarese – John J., “Mazz”, 85, Richland Township, went to be with the Lord on April 2, 2016 at Windber Hospice. Born on October 31, 1930 in Johnstown, son of Anthony and Angeline (Lodico) Mazzarese. Preceded in death by his parents, wife, Maryann R. (Barbalish) Mazzarese; siblings, Lena Speranza, Rosie Poratsky, Annie Degretta, Pete, and Joseph; brothers-in-law, Samuel Speranza, Edward...
Helen T. Lack
Mar 31, 2016
Lack, Helen T., 96, of Dale City, VA, formerly of East Conemaugh, passed away on March 31, 2016 at her daughter’s residence. She was born on April 9, 1919 in East Conemaugh. Daughter of Michael and Mary (Baloga) Turanik. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, John; sisters, Anna, Verna, Julia, and Mary, and...
Denise L. Hayes
Mar 31, 2016
Hayes - Denise L., 77, of Geistown, went to be with the Lord on March 31, 2016 at her residence. She was born on December 13, 1938, in Elton, daughter of the late Ortha L. and Rose B. (Lehman) Weaver. Also preceded in death by siblings; Dwight, Donald and Jack Weaver. Survived by her loving husband and best friend of...
Edna Ruth Young
Mar 30, 2016
Young – Edna Ruth, 92, of Johnstown, formerly of West Union, OH, went to be with the Lord on March 30, 2016 at Country Manor Living, Jerome, PA. Born on November 17, 1923 in West Union, OH, daughter of Harrison and Clara (Holmes) Musser. Preceded in death by parents; 1st husband, Norman C. Young; 2nd husband, Harry M. Feller; grandson,...
Laura Marie Busony
Mar 28, 2016
Busony- Laura Marie, Brooklyn, NY, passed away on Monday, March 28, 2016 at the age of 29. She was born on October 13, 1986 and raised in Geistown, Laura is the beloved daughter of James A. and Susan M. (Terchanyn) Busony. Laura is a 2005 graduate of Bishop McCort High School. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Point Park...
Barbara I. King
Mar 26, 2016
King- Barbara I., 66, of Richland. Lost her battle with cancer on March 26, 2016 at Good Samaritan at Conemaugh Medical Center. Born August 14, 1949 in Latrobe. Barbara is the daughter of the late George and Mary (Uhall) Manzulich. Also preceded in death by sister Doris Panichelle. Survived by husband of 44 years, Scott King. Children, Billie (Harry) Holmes,...
Jennie Kuzak
Mar 25, 2016
Kuzak, Jennie, “Baba”, 91, Bon Air. Entered eternal rest on Mar. 25, 2016, at Arbutus Park Manor. Born Aug. 5, 1924, in Poland. Daughter of the late Valentine and Anna (Novak) Smoter. Also preceded in death by husband of 50 years, Walter Kuzak. Survived by children; Stanley, married to Pat, Trafford, PA; Anna, Wife of Peter D. Vuckovich, Johnstown; and...
Mary Jean Good
Mar 22, 2016
Good – Mary Jean, 89, Oakland, went to be with the Lord on March 22, 2016 at her son’s residence in Roxboro, NC. Born on August 11, 1926 in Johnstown, daughter of Arthur and Agatha (Moehler) Diefenbach. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Robert G. Good; brother, Barry; and sister-in-law, Shirl Diefenbach. She is survived by her loving children, Glenn...
William R. Sievers
Mar 22, 2016
Sievers, William R., 81, Richland Township. Went to be with the Lord in Heaven on March 22, 2016. Born on July 19, 1934 in Johnstown. Son of Edward and Alice I. (Williamson) Sievers. Preceded in death by his parents; brother, Edward; half-brothers, William and Eugene Smith; great granddaughter, Hannah Vassilaros; and brother-in-law, Paul Hicks. He is survived by his loving...
Jeffrey W. Gaspar
Mar 21, 2016
Gaspar, Jeffrey W., 54, Huntington, NY and Johnstown, PA. Died Mar. 21, 2016. Born Oct. 30, 1961, in Johnstown. Son of William P. and Ethel (Stefanka) Gaspar. Survived by wife, Barbara (Noonan); children, Kieran and Mikayla, both at home. Brother of Gregory, Bowie, MD; Douglas (Karen), Charlottesville, VA; Stephanie (Matthew) Miller, Wexford, PA; and William (Pamela), Montpelier, VA. 1979 graduate...
Marietta A. Sheets
Mar 20, 2016
Sheets, Marietta A., 93, of Richland. Died Mar 20, 2016, at LaurelWood Care Center. Born Jan. 21, 1923, in Pittsburgh. Daughter of the late Leonardo and Rose (Schmitt) Salvia. Also preceded in death by husband, William A. Sheets, Sr.; and sister Anna Persuhn. Survived by children, William A. and wife Jill M. Marsden, Elton; and David A. and wife Carole...
Antonia Ramirez
Mar 20, 2016
Ramirez – Antonia, “Chuchie”, 80, East Conemaugh Borough, went to be with the Lord on March 20 2016 at Memorial Medical Center. Born on March 4, 1936 in Johnstown, daughter of Pedro and Tessie (Mohr) Ramirez. Preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Jesse and Gladys Martinez, Jenny Grove, and John Ramirez, brothers-in-law, Charles McNemer, and Mike Farmer. She is survived...
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