Obituaries
Andrew P. Dobrota Sr.
Mar 18, 2024
Dobrota Sr. – Andrew P., “Andy”, 74, Geistown, went to be with the Lord on March 18, 2024 at The Villa Personal Care Home. Born on August 10, 1949 in Johnstown, son of Andrew Dobrota and Maryjane (Caddy) Dobrota, Johnstown. Preceded in death by his father; great grandson, Ahren DeHart, and numerous uncles and aunts of the Dobrota and Caddy...
Sandra R. (Golby) Meyers
Mar 16, 2024
MEYERS----Sandra R. (Golby), 63, of Hanover, PA, entered God’s eternal care, Saturday, March 16, 2024, at UPMC Hanover Hospital with her husband by her side. Born April 2, 1960, in Johnstown, PA, she was the daughter of the late James R. and Dorothy L. (Thompson) Golby. Sandra was the loving wife of William E. Meyers, Sr., with whom she shared...
Helen J. "Jean" Barta
Mar 16, 2024
BARTA---Helen J. “Jean,” 85, Richland, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2024 at Memorial Medical Center. Born February 13, 1939, in Elton, daughter of Edward and Sydney Blattenberger. Preceded in death by parents; first husband, Marlin E. Rosbaugh Jr., second husband, Clement Barta; daughter, Tina Jean Rosbaugh; and granddaughter, Andrea. Survived by sons, Marlin E. Rosbaugh and wife, Sandy, Washington;...
Thomas Wade Graham Jr.
Mar 11, 2024
Graham Jr. – Thomas Wade, 57, East Conemaugh, went to be with the Lord on March 11, 2024 at his residence. Born on May 5, 1966 in Johnstown, son of the late Thomas Wade Sr. and Helen L. (Sebeste) Graham.
He is survived by his loving siblings, Robert W. (Tracie) Graham, and Joseph F. (Kelly) Graham all of Johnstown; nieces, Samantha,...
Janet R. Adams
Mar 9, 2024
Adams - Janet Rose, 70, of Pittsburgh, PA, formerly of Richland, died peacefully on March 9, 2024 with her children by her side, after a long illness.
Born in Johnstown, PA, on September 15, 1953 to Rita M. (Heinrich) Adams and Paul F. Adams, Jr., she was the youngest of five daughters, and a brilliant mind from the start. Janet graduated...
Donald F. Loushe
Mar 9, 2024
Loushe – Donald F., 87, Richland, went to be with the Lord on March 9, 2024. Born on November 18, 1936 in Johnstown, son of Frank L. and Mary (Ozbold) Loushe. Preceded in death by his parents; wife, Faye (Barkley) Loushe; sons, Robert and Dennis Davis; daughter, Vicki Layton, and grandson, Todd Knisely.
He is survived by his loving daughter, Marla...
Patricia A. "Patty" Bowers
Mar 3, 2024
BOWERS—Patricia A. “Patty,” 53, Vinco, died peacefully on March 3, 2024 at Conemaugh Hospital. Born January 25, 1971, daughter of Harry J. and Diane L. (Gillespie) Bowers. Preceded in death by father and grandparents. Survived by mother, sisters, Tammy and Heather and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Member of Vinco Brethren Church and was a social member of the Jackson...
Kathleen C. Horner
Feb 28, 2024
Horner – Kathleen C., 72, Hollsopple, went to be with the Lord on February 28, 2024. Born on September 15, 1951 in Johnstown, daughter of William and Elizabeth (Shaffer) McCusker. Preceded in death by her parents; Niece, Heidi Allison, and brother-in-law, Alan Beppler.
She is survived by her loving husband of 35 years, Robert J. Horner; siblings, Thomas (Sue) McCusker,...
Donald T. Grasser
Feb 26, 2024
Grasser – Donald T., 53, Oakland, went to be with the Lord on February 26, 2024. Born on July 5, 1970 in Johnstown, son of the late Donny R. Grasser, and Carol A. (Peterson) Grasser, Oakland.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his loving son, Coty S. Grasser, Richland; several nieces, nephews; many friends, and his beloved dog,...
Julia "Bubba" Holtzman
Feb 21, 2024
HOLTZMAN—Julia “Bubba,” 96, Richland, entered the Kingdom of Heaven on Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024 at St. Jude’s Haven. Born July 9, 1927, in Johnstown, daughter of Wasil and Anastasia (Charnonich) Bango. Preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband of 58 years, Ray Holtzman; daughter Connie; brothers, Charles, John and George Bango; and sisters, Mary and Margaret and infant sisters,...
Norman Snyder
Feb 16, 2024
Snyder – Norman Edward, 69, Richland, went to be with the Lord on February 16, 2024. Born on March 7, 1954 in Johnstown, son of Edward and Dorothy E. (Bridges) Snyder. Preceded in death by his parents; infant daughter, Hannah; mother-in-law, Betty Friedman; father-in-law, Bill Friedman, and sister, Connie Seman.
He is survived by his loving wife, Janice A. (Friedman) Snyder;...
Donald J. Cyburt
Feb 15, 2024
Cyburt-Donald J., 73, of Chesapeake Va. Went to be with his Lord on February 15, 2024. Born June 6, 1950, in Johnstown Pa. Preceded in death by parents Wallace Cyburt, Florance (Urbasik) Cyburt/ Cabo and step-father Louis Cabo. Brothers Wallace, Allen and Kevin.
Don is survived by his brothers Louis and Sean Cabo of Johnstown, and Kenneth and Timothy Cyburt of...
Marie A. Brandle
Feb 14, 2024
Brandle – Marie A., 94, Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on February 14, 2024 at her residence. Born on January 9, 1930 in Johnstown, daughter of Joseph and Stella (Eckenrod) Partsch. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Edward R. Brandle; son, Timothy E. Brandle; brothers, James (Mary Louise), Lloyd, and Ronald (Shirley); brother-in-law, Daniel Schofield, and sister-in-law,...
Janette L. Main
Feb 10, 2024
Main – Janette L., 65, Johnstown, surrounded by her sons, went to be with the Lord on February 10, 2024. Born on October 22, 1958 in Johnstown, daughter of Donald and Meriam (Harvey) Dishong. Preceded in death by her parents; and husband David Main.
She is survived by her loving sons, Michael (Jennifer) McClafferty, Hagerstown, MD, and Shane (Kathren) McClafferty, Owings...
Jean A. Schneider
Feb 7, 2024
Schneider – Jean A., 99, Laurel View Village, Davidsville, native of Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on February 7, 2024 at Laurel View. Born July 24, 1924 in Johnstown, daughter of William R. and Jennie (Sauer) Coolbaugh. Preceded in death by her parents and husband of 65 years, Warren Z. Schneider who died in 2009, son, Monte R....
Kenneth L. "Ken" Reesey
Jan 30, 2024
REESEY---Kenneth L. "Ken," 81, Richland, passed away on January 30, 2024 at Arbutus Park Manor. Born April 26, 1942, in Johnstown, son of Harold E. and Mary A. (McNeal) Reesey. Preceded in death by parents; sisters, Gloria Jean Testerman, Rose M. Reesey and Ethel Sullivan and long-time companion, Laura Lefchick. Survived by wife, Judith (Mock) Reesey and daughters, Shari Mock,...
Bernard L. "Bud" Seitz
Jan 22, 2024
Seitz – Bernard L. “Bud”, 93, Belmont, went to be with the Lord on January 22, 2024. Born on June 21, 1930 in Johnstown, son of Bernard J. and Sara J. (Clark) Seitz. Preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mary E (Hammett) Seitz; infant daughter, Jayne Anne; infant son, Paul Bernard; Joseph Lawrence; sisters-in-law, Carolyn Watt, Carole and Eileen...
Glenn J. Calderwood
Jan 20, 2024
CALDERWOOD---Glenn J., 94, Portage, died January 20, 2024 at Maple Heights Health & Rehabilitation Center. Born May 24, 1929 in Dunlo, son of the late John and Esther (Harrison) Calderwood. Preceded in death by first wife, Elsie (Reeves) and second wife, Carol A. (Helsel); and sister, Martha Louise Holdsworth. Survived by step-daughter, Dorothy (Ted) Luciano and step-son, James (Jena) Helsel;...
Mary Agnes (Wojnaroski) Appley
Jan 19, 2024
APPLEY---Mary Agnes (Wojnaroski), 81, Parkhill, left us on January 19, 2024, after a short stay at the Forest Hills Personal Care Home. She was born on August 14, 1942, in Johnstown, PA and was the daughter of the late Walter and Agnes (Flaugh) Wojnaroski. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald J. Appley Sr. Mary is survived by...
Marlene A. Rzasa
Jan 18, 2024
RZASA---Marlene A., 83, Richland, died suddenly on Thursday, January 18, 2024. Born June 23, 1940, daughter of the late William and Frances M. (McMullen) Mills. Preceded in death by her former husband, Stanley, infant daughter, Melinda Ann, brother, W. Ronald Mills and his wife, Joanne (Warner). Survived by children, Stephen M. and his wife, Melissa (Kondash), Michelle L. Robatin and...
