Obituaries
David Louis Comar
Nov 25, 2023
Comar - David Louis, 53, of Johnstown, Sidman (Adams Township), Pennsylvania was tragically taken from us on November 25, 2023 and now is in the Lord‘s hands. David was born in Edison, New Jersey on November 14, 1970. He grew up in Roselle, New Jersey, where he attended Abraham Clark High School. He spent his young adult life in...
Gabriel Allan Nginyo
Nov 25, 2023
NGINYO---Gabriel Allan, 19, Salix, passed away tragically in the early morning of November 25, 2023, due to injuries sustained in a fatal car accident. Gabriel was born on March 6, 2004, in Johnstown, beloved son of Josphat A. Nginyo and Kathleen M. Dusack. Preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Sarah Njeri and Allan Njugi and several aunts, uncles and...
Paul J. Hruska Jr.
Nov 18, 2023
"Pap", 81, Johnstown, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, November 18th, 2023, surrounded by his family. Preceded in death by his parents, Paul J. Hruska Sr. and Bernice (Kush) Hruska.
Survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Connie (Leonard) and his children: Jonathan (Erin) of Richmond, Virginia; Jason (Cheri) of South Fork, and Courtney of Alexandria, Virginia. ...
Jerry Lee Goenner
Nov 17, 2023
GOENNER—Jerry Lee, 75, Johnstown, passed away November 17, 2023 at Windber Woods. Born April 4, 1948, in Johnstown, son of William F. Jr. and Arbutus (Price) Goenner. Preceded in death by parents and brother, William F. Goenner. Survived by sister-in-law, Betsy Goenner, nephew, Christopher D. Goenner and niece, Laurie A. Goenner-Palasz and husband, Miles. Jerry worked in the security...
Seren A. Prince
Nov 14, 2023
PRINCE---,Seren A., 59, of Johnstown, passed away on November 14, 2023, at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center. Seren (or called by her sister as “Sally Jane”) was born in Pensacola, FL, on January 12, 1964. She grew up in Ankara, Turkey, as a military brat. Prior to Johnstown, she lived in Savannah, TN, where she considered “home.” Preceded in death by...
Robert A. Wertz, "Bob"
Nov 5, 2023
Wertz – Robert A., “Bob”, 80, Richland, went to be with the Lord on November 5, 2023. Born on April 27, 1943 in Windber, son of Wilbur B. and Grace V. (Saylor) Wertz. Preceded in death by his parents, and brother-in-law, Steve Bean. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Shirley E. (Bean) Wertz; children,...
Byron L. Stuver
Nov 4, 2023
Stuver – Byron L., 81, Davidsville, went to be with the Lord on November 4, 2023. Born on May 9, 1942 in Johnstown, son of Richard C. and Elda F. (Eicher) Stuver. Preceded in death by his parents, brother, Richard J. Stuver, and brother-in-law, Harve Stineman.
He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Betty...
Mary Bertino
Oct 30, 2023
BERTINO---Mary, 98, Richland. She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Joseph A. “Bart” Bertino; and her parents, Thomas and Francesca (Carita) Cornacchia; brother Joseph (Ann) Cornacchia; sisters, Rose (Albert) DiClemente; Annie (John) Gaio; Angeline (Dominick) Bertino and Delphina (Steve) Toth and Santo Bertino. Mary was the last surviving member of her family. Born January 22,...
Mark A. Konchan
Oct 26, 2023
KONCHAN – Mark A., 63, Richland, passed away on October 26, 2023, in Johnstown. Born April 8, 1960, in Johnstown, son of Edward W. and Lois M. (Adams) Konchan.
Preceded in death by his parents; brother, Kim W. Konchan and sister-in-law, Kathy (Wingard) Konchan. Survived by loving brothers, Charles Konchan, married to the former Carol Freidhoff, Johnstown,...
Lois Ann Fleming
Oct 26, 2023
FLEMING – Lois Ann (Bendick), 86, Johnstown, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on October 26, 2023. Born July 29, 1937, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, to parents Joseph Bendick, Sr., and Margaret (Lindt) Bendick. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Thomas P. Fleming, Sr.; siblings Joseph Bendick, Jr., and Ronald Bendick; and grandson Ryan Fleming. Survived by...
Lois J. Wingard
Oct 25, 2023
Wingard, Lois J., 90, Richland, went to be with the Lord on October 25, 2023. She was born on March 26, 1933 in Johnstown. Daughter of the late William J. Sr. and Milva P.(Prough) Rudge. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Edward J. Wingard Sr. ; sisters, Doris P. Shrader and Bonnie L. Bunn, and brothers-in-law, Wayne Shrader...
Hilda E. and Stephen T. Nakai
Oct 23, 2023
Nakai – Hilda E., 76, passed away on May 3, 2023 and Stephen T., 79, passed away on October 23, 2023, both of Johnstown, PA. Hilda was born on March 27, 1947 and Stephen was born on January 10, 1944 both in Lanai City, HI. Hilda was the daughter of Placido and Floserfina (Dumayas) Ballesteros. Stephen was the son...
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...
