Obituaries
Barry D. Reed
Jul 9, 2025
REED---Barry D., 77, Windber, went to be with the Lord on July 9, 2025. Born December 13, 1947 in Johnstown, son of Robert Thomas and Marian Luella (Myers) Reed. Preceded in death by parents; brothers, Robert, Terry Lee and Ronald Douglas; son, Todd A. Instone and brother-in-law, Jacob Hritz. Survived by loving wife of almost 51 years, Shirley A. (Instone);...
Donna L. Trent
Jul 8, 2025
Trent - Donna L., (Rader), 87, went home to be with our Lord on July 8, 2025, peacefully surrounded by family at her loving home. Born in Johnstown on March 2, 1938, sole daughter of Edward F. and Maldon F. (Mauk) Rader. Preceded in death by her parents and five brothers: Ronald, Fred, Leroy, Tom, and Larry.
Survived by her loving...
David A. Knepper
Jul 7, 2025
KNEPPER---David A., 85, Johnstown, formerly of Sidman, went to be with the Lord on July 7, 2025. Born October 30, 1939, in Johnstown, son of David T. and Mary P. (Picarski) Knepper. Preceded in death by parents and loving son, David A. Knepper. Survived by his true love, soulmate and wife of 60 years, Mildred (Stormer) Knepper, Johnstown; children, John...
Anita T. Levi
Jul 5, 2025
Levi - Anita T., 91, of Richland Township, went to be with the Lord on July 5,2025 while in Northeast Georgia Medical Center. She was born on March 1,1934 in Philadelphia Pa, daughter of Aaron Slomanson and Anna Pittner. Preceded in death by her parents and loving husband of 63 years, Leo A. Levi Jr., and her daughter, Deborah A...
John Kotch
Jul 4, 2025
Kotch – John, 93, Johnstown, passed away on July 4, 2025. Born March 24, 1932 in Wilkes-Barre, PA, son of the late Jacob and Catherine (Jama) Kotch. Preceded in death by brother Jacob, sisters Catherine (John) Humphreys, Audrey (John) Evanchick, Mary Wychock, Dolores (Robert) Kane. Survived by wife of 65 years, the former Rainelda Harchick, children John (Jessica) of Marathon,...
Brenda Lee Varnish
Jul 3, 2025
72, Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on July 3, 2025 at Memorial Medical Center. Born on July 4, 1952 in Johnstown, son of the late James P Sr. and Irene B. (Strayer) Thompson. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a sister, Susan I. Lehman.
She is survived by her loving son, Jason D. (Julie)...
Edwin Thaddeus "Ed" Pawlowski
Jul 1, 2025
Edwin Thaddeus "Ed" Pawlowski, 94, left his earthly existence on July 1, 2025, immersed in the love and comfort of his family. He was born on October 20, 1930 in Barnesboro PA, son of Emilia and Blair Pawlowski. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Reginald and Marion, sisters-in-law, Ursula (Blair) Pawlowski, Arlene (Marion) Pawlowski and brother-in-law James...
Linda Jeanne (Eck) Bobkoskie
Jun 23, 2025
BOBKOSKIE---Linda Jeanne (Eck), 77, Richland Township. Linda’s life was a vibrant tapestry woven with threads of creativity, love, friends and family. On June 23, 2025, in the comfort of her home, she put away her earthly projects, leaving behind a beautiful collection of memories, a close-knit loving family and ingeniously crafted treasures for future generations. Born July 29, 1947, Williamsport,...
Dorene Lape
Jun 21, 2025
Lape - Dorene (Markley), died peacefully in her sleep on June 21, 2025 at Trillium Place, Lancaster, PA at the age of 96. She was born on July 4, 1928 in Johnstown, PA, the daughter of Forrest Markley and Queene Belle Probert.
She was a 1946 graduate of Dale High School. She then attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP), graduating in...
Harold M. Kaseler
Jun 17, 2025
KASELER – Harold M., 84, Conemaugh Township in Cambria County, went to be with the Lord on June 17, 2025 at Arbutus Park Manor. Born on February 6, 1941 in Johnstown, son of Max and Gerda (Rosskopf) Kaseler. Preceded in death by his parents; sister-in-laws, Susan Kaseler and Kathy Keyser; nephews, Benjamin Kaseler and Jeffrey Keyser. Harold is survived by:...
Phyllis M. Stiles
Jun 13, 2025
STILES---Phyllis M., 93, Coral Springs, Florida, formerly of Johnstown, passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 13, 2025 in her home. Born April 29, 1932, in Johnstown, daughter of Fred and Trella Warshel. Preceded in death by parents; loving husband of 70 years, Walter A. Stiles Jr.; brothers, George and Fred, sister, Mildred (Warshel) Moschgat, daughter-in-law, Mary Lou (Hutchinson)...
Theresa M. Balon
Jun 11, 2025
BALON---Theresa M., 97, Richland, passed away on June 11, 2025 at home. Born January 2, 1928, in Johnstown, daughter of John and Mary (DeFazio) Catalfano. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Charles J. Balon Sr.; daughter, Donna Mapes and son, Christopher Balon; 11 brothers and 7 sisters. Survived by children, Charles (Janet) Balon, John (Vicki) Balon, Richard (Best friend, Meghan),...
Phyllis I. Pfuhl
Jun 6, 2025
PFUHL– Phyllis I., 95, Fort Myers, FL, formerly of Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on June 6, 2025. Born on October 30, 1929, in Philadelphia, PA, daughter of Henry and Bernadine Meyer. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Herbert Pfuhl Jr.; brother-in-law, Paul Pfuhl; daughter,Barbara Regula (wife of James J. Regula), sister, Jeanne Suarez. Survived by her...
William A. Gallus Sr.
Jun 2, 2025
GALLUS—William A. Sr. “Bill,” 85, Davidsville, formerly of Richland Township, died June 2, 2025 at Conemaugh Hospital. Born June 3, 1939, son of William J. and Julia W. (Gaydos) Gallus. Preceded in death by parents and grandson, Timothy J. Gallus. Survived by his loving wife of almost 61 years, Linda (Thomas) Gallus; sons, William A. Jr., married to Gina (Mellott)...
Jeremy C. Minor Sr.
May 28, 2025
MINOR---Jeremy C. Sr., 53, Richland, went to be with the Lord on May 28, 2025 at home. Born April 28, 1972 in Morgantown, WV, son of Bruce D. Sr. and Rita Minor-Karolewics. Survived by parents Bruce Minor Sr. (Donna) and Rita Minor-Karolewics (Dave); son, Jeremy C. Minor II (Billie), Upper Yoder; daughter, Kayla Minor, Pittsburgh; brothers, Bruce D. Minor II,...
Julius "Lamar" G. Porcher
May 26, 2025
PORCHER---Julius “Lamar” Glen, 41, Richland Township, passed away on May 26, 2025, at home. He was affectionately known as “Stunna,” and was born on July 2, 1983, to Lori A. Porcher and Glendon G. King (wife Lisa), and was lovingly raised by his grandparents, Delores and Julius C. Porcher Jr., who played a significant role in his upbringing. He is...
Edward Bender
May 23, 2025
Bender – Edward, 95, Stonycreek Township, went to be with the Lord on May 23, 2025 at The Villa Crest. Born on September 18, 1929 in Homer City, PA, son of Michael Sr. and Mary (Rebovich) Bender. Preceded in death by his parents; wife, Betty J. (Mekulsia); grandson, Alexander B. Sylvester; siblings, Catherine Timura, John, Joseph, Mary Castallani, Michael Jr.,...
Cheryl A. Spiker
May 22, 2025
SPIKER---Cheryl A., 68, Salix, passed away on May 22, 2025 at Windber Woods. Born February 5, 1957, in Johnstown, daughter of Roy E. and Veleda A. (Todd) Layman. Preceded in death by parents and husband of 18 years, Barry L. Spiker. Survived by siblings, Carole Wolfhope, South Fork, PA; Sandra Mader and husband, Gary, Windber; Harlan R. Layman and wife,...
Marilyn A. Plante
May 20, 2025
PLANTE---Marilyn Ann (Peterson) Plante of Johnstown, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully of natural causes on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at the age of 95. She was the loving wife of Roland Raymond Plante who preceded her in death in September 2001. She was also preceded in death by her parents George J. Peterson and Grace (Hartman) Peterson of Worcester Massachusetts, her...
Basil J. Trovato
May 20, 2025
TROVATO---Basil J., 85, Johnstown, passed away May 20, 2025. Born September 24, 1939 in Windber, son of Basil V. and Mary L. (Pierre) Trovato. Preceded in death by parents; brother, Anthony and infant son, Michael. Survived by children, Sean and wife, Joni, Summerhill; Christopher, Richland; and Dana Maldet and husband, Lon, Gulf Shores, Alabama; grandchildren, Julianne (Robert), C.J. (Rebecca), Tyler,...
