Obituaries
James C. Hollis
Oct 23, 2023
HOLLIS- James C., 74, of Geistown, died Oct. 23, 2023 at home. Born Feb. 9, 1949 in Johnstown, son of the late James Clifford and Mae (Allison) Hollis. Preceded in death by parents and son, Seth Jeremy Hollis on Feb. 10, 1978. Survived by wife of 54 years, Donna Marie (Geiser); sons, James Ian (Katherine), Shawn Eric (Gloria) and...
Rev. David K. Louder
Oct 20, 2023
LOUDER---The Reverend David Keith Louder, 56, of Windber, PA died 10/20/2023 after a four-year battle with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease). He was preceded in death by his mother Janice, brother Mark, and sister Mara. He is survived by his wife Corlee, daughters Anna and Amanda, his father, The Reverend Kenneth Louder, and extended...
Nancy A. Hill
Oct 18, 2023
HILL---Nancy A. Hill, 86, Richland, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on October 18, 2023. Born May 24, 1937, in Johnstown, daughter of John and Margaret (Himmel) Parker. Preceded in death by her parents; husband of 51 years, Donald E., brothers, John Parker and wife, Katie; and James Parker. Survived by Jeffrey Hill, married to the...
Howard "Pine" Scott Jr.
Oct 14, 2023
SCOTT---Howard Jr. "Pine," 76, Richland. It is with great sadness for the family of Howard "Pine" Scott Jr. to announce his unexpected passing on Saturday, October 14, 2023 due to complications after a fall at his home on Sunday, October 8, 2023. Howard was born on January 21, 1947 to Howard Scott Sr. and Alberta (Henry) Scott. He is preceded...
Nina L. Debias
Oct 12, 2023
Debias – Nina L., 97, Richland, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 12, 1926 in South Fork, PA. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Nicholas E. Debias; brother, Carmel (Nancy) Scrofani, and sister, Frances (Hans) Ruddeck.
Survived by loving children, Cindy (Gary) Shawley, Richland;...
Lois J. Gilbert
Oct 10, 2023
Gilbert - Lois J., Johnstown, transitioned from this life to the next on October 10, 2023. She was born on January 6, 1937 in Windber, Pennsylvania, daughter of V. Merle Sr. & Gladys L. (Yost) Stewart. Along with her parents, Lois was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Terry D. Gilbert; infant son, Terry D....
Ronald C. Geiser
Oct 8, 2023
Geiser - Ronald C. 94, of Johnstown, passed away October 8, 2023, at Arbutus Park Manor. Born on April 23, 1929 in Johnstown. Son of Carl and Elmira (Boyer) Geiser. Preceded in death by parents; wife, Kathleen (Midderhoff) of 64 years; brother, Paul and wife Daunice Geiser, and brothers in law, Jack Shearer and Joseph Sepety.
He is...
Helen Mae King
Sep 27, 2023
KING—Helen Mae (Potter), 100, formerly of Oakland, went to rest in the arms of Jesus on September 27, 2023. Born March 5, 1923, in Johnstown, daughter of Earl and Emma (Schmidt) Potter. Preceded in death by parents; husband of 31 years, Leonard A. King, who passed away in July of 1977; brothers and sisters, Erma Heider, Alice George, Marie...
Peter Machik
Sep 26, 2023
Machik - Peter “Pete”, 91, passed peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, September 26th at Friends Home, Linden Hall, Kennett Square, PA. Born July 8, 1932, in Johnstown, son of Michael and Mary (Simko) Machik. Preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Evelyn “Evie” nee Grata, infant brother George, brother Steve; brothers-in-law Ted, Larry, and Ray Grata;...
Joann L. Mahan
Sep 22, 2023
MAHAN---Joann L., 93, of Upper Yoder Township, went to be with the Lord on September 22, 2023 at Laurelwood Care Center, Johnstown. Born on March 10, 1930 in Johnstown, daughter of Joseph A. Sr. and Virginia M. (Rievel) Gyan. Preceded in death by her parents and husband of 56 years, Carl L. Mahan. Joann was a 1948 graduate of...
William B. Barclay
Sep 21, 2023
BARCLAY – William Bush, 91, Elton, passed away on September 21, 2023 surrounded by his family. Born March 11, 1932, son of William and Maude (Bush) Barclay. Preceded in death by parents, sister Eileen and half-sister, Bertha. Survived by wife of 61 years, Ruby Barclay and children Keith (Brenda), Kurt (Robin), Kris (Scott) Cramer, and Kory (Jenn), and grandchildren...
Percy A. McCleester Jr.
Sep 20, 2023
McCLEESTER—Percy A. Jr., 94, Johnstown, passed away on September 20, 2023. Born on May 31, 1929, in Johnstown, son of Percy A. Sr. and Agnes (Schellhammer) McCleester. Preceded in death by parents; wife of 45 years, Ella Jane (Haer) McCleester, who died Nov. 6, 1993; Step-mother, Helen Phenicie, grandson, Aaron and great-great grandson Bennett; and sisters, Vera Mae (Jakie)...
Elizabeth "Betty" Luciew
Sep 19, 2023
LUCIEW—Elizabeth “Betty,” 93, Richland, passed away on September 19, 2023. Born May 25, 1930, in Windber, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Jeba (Rachel). Preceded in death by parents and sister, Ann Koot. Survived by husband of 74 years, Daniel G. Luciew Sr., children, Deborah A. McCoy, widow of James McCoy, Richland; Daniel G. Luciew Jr. and wife, Donna,...
John E. "Jack" Thompson
Sep 1, 2023
Thompson – John E. “Jack,” 78, Stonycreek Township, went to be with the Lord on September 1, 2023 at Memorial Medical Center. Born on August 26, 1945 in Johnstown, son of James E. and Irene B. (Carnes) Thompson. Preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Shirley Roberts, Hazel Brown, Ruth Brown, Phyllis Dishong, Joyce Crawford, Marlene Phillips, Judith Aiello...
George Oleksa
Aug 27, 2023
OLEKSA – George, 96, of Richland (formerly of East Taylor Twp.) was taken home by our Lord to be with his loving wife for all eternity on Sunday, August 27, 2023. Born April 18, 1927 in East Conemaugh, son of the late Michael and Suzanna (Gera) Oleksa. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of over 68...
Nancy J. Smith
Aug 21, 2023
Smith, Nancy J., 78, Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on August 21, 2023, at home surrounded by her loving family. Born September 22, 1944, in Johnstown, PA, daughter of Herbert (Kyle) and Ethyl Brant. Preceded in death by parents; daughter, Elizabeth Ann "Bethie"; grandson, Trevor Chase, and husband Tom. Nancy is survived by children, William "Bill" Smith and wife, Kim, Johnstown,...
Gordon D. Smith
Aug 20, 2023
Smith, Gordon Drummond, 77, of Hollidaysburg, PA, formerly of (Westmont) Johnstown, passed away peacefully and surrounded by loved ones on August 20, 2023 at UPMC Altoona after suffering a heart attack earlier in the week. Gordon was born June 17, 1946 in Philadelphia, PA to Florence and Alexander Smith. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Lewis...
Jeremiah R. "Jerry" Schram Sr.
Aug 16, 2023
SCHRAM---Jeremiah Robert Schram Sr., “Jerry,” passed away on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, surrounded by family at his home in Johnstown, PA. He was born on September 28, 1945, to the late Robert Francis and Margaret Regina (Farrell) Schram in Sayre, PA. He grew up in Riverdale, MD and is survived by his two brothers, Fred and John. Jerry resided...
Marilou L. Daniels
Aug 16, 2023
DANIELS---Marilou L., 91, Richland, went home to be with the Lord on August 16, 2023 at Arbutus Park Manor. She was born December 5, 1931 in Holdrege, NE, the daughter of the late Arnold and Thyra (Anderson) Lepik. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Roger A. “Spec” Daniels; daughter, Jennifer in 1994...
Lorraine A. Vivian
Aug 11, 2023
VIVIAN - Lorraine A., 100, Reinholds, PA, formerly of South Fork and Richland, went to be with the Lord on August 11, 2023 at the Hospice Inpatient Care Center, Mt. Joy, PA. Born on November 15, 1922 in Patton, PA. She was the daughter of Orth and Annie (Fox) Crowell. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Paul J....
