Obituaries
Gladys Louise Howard
Apr 21, 2025
Howard – Gladys Louise, 93, Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on April 21, 2025 at The Villa Personal Care Home, Johnstown. Born on April 8, 1932 in Johnstown, daughter of Cletus and Mildred (Ramsey) Harr. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ralph J. Howard; siblings, Charles, Cletus, Robert, Laverne, and Barbara.
She is survived by her loving son,...
Rev. Kenneth C. Louder
Apr 20, 2025
LOUDER--- The Rev. Kenneth C., died in the Lord on Easter, April 20, 2025, at St. Jude's Haven, Johnstown, Pa., at the age of 92 years old. Rev. Louder was born in Johnstown, to Harriet Ustrella Schrader Louder Rinehart and Kenneth C. Louder. He was preceded in death by his father; loving wife, Janice Lee Stuver Louder; his daughter, Mara...
Sharon M. Valinsky
Apr 17, 2025
VALINSKY—Sharon M., 63, Johnstown, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2025 at home. Born August 21, 1961 in Johnstown, daughter of Walter J. and Evelyn M. (Jones) Seese of Dunlo. Preceded in death by parents; former husband, Jerry Poole; brother, Ronald Seese, and sisters-in-law, Diane Seese and Vicki Valinsky, brothers-in-law, Barry and John Valinsky; and Buddy, her faithful companion. Survived...
Constance L. Smith "Connie"
Apr 9, 2025
Smith – Constance L., “Connie”, 92, Hampton Township, PA, went to be with the Lord on April 9, 2025. Born on November 20, 1932 in Saint Michael, PA, daughter of William and Rachel (Benneto) Nancollas. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Richard L. Smith; brother, Robert; sisters, Laura Moore, Dorothy Fyfe, Phyllis Carnell,...
James L. "Jim" Bivens
Apr 3, 2025
BIVENS---James L. “Jim,” 85, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 3, 2025. Born a son of George H. and Ann E. (Knepper) Bivens. Preceded in death by parents and brother, George W. Bivens. Survived by wife of 62 years, Joan Yvonne (Bukovec); daughter, Lisa (Chris) Wachs and nephews, George L. and Jeffrey L. Bivens. Jim started his career as an...
Andrea Lynn Barton
Apr 2, 2025
Barton – Andrea Lynn, 34, Altoona, formerly of Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on April 2, 2025. Born on May 30, 1990 in Denver, CO, daughter of the late Frank E. Sesack, Teresa A. (Mihalko) Sesack, and the beloved step daughter of John C. Speicher, who she knew as “Dad”. In addition to her father, she is preceded...
Esther Donahue-Smith
Mar 25, 2025
DONAHUE-SMITH – Esther, 87, of Patton, PA. Died Mar. 25, 2025, at Conemaugh Medical Center. Born Mar. 1, 1938 in Patton. Daughter of the late Edward and Inez (Stevens) Donahue. Also preceded in death by brother Louis Donahue and sister Yvonne Leib. Survived by husband Fred R. Smith; son Nathaniel (Ashley) Smith; and grandchildren Colton and Remington Smith. Sister of...
Elaine M. Boxler
Mar 24, 2025
BOXLER - Elaine M. (Crowley), 74, Richland. It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye as Elaine went peacefully to be with the Lord and was reunited with her beloved husband, Sgt. John T. BOXLER on March 24, 2025 at Conemaugh Memorial Hospital. Born Aug. 26, 1950 in Johnstown, PA daughter of Robert and Mary Jane (Bourasa) Crowley. One...
Colin Boyd Wingard
Mar 22, 2025
Wingard – Colin Boyd, “Buzz”, 83, Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on March 22, 2025. Born on March 14, 1942 in Johnstown, son of Fritz and Alma (McLucas) Wingard. Preceded in death by his parents; daughters, Brenda and Lynanne Wingard; siblings, Bob Wingard and Linda Sherman; sisters-in-law, Sara and Judith Wingard, and brother-in-law, James Heilmann.
He is survived by...
Marjorie V. Wolfe
Mar 14, 2025
WOLFE---Marjorie V., 98, Johnstown, passed away on March 14, 2025 in Johnstown. I am not about tradition, never have been. This sometimes was looked upon as a fault. Obituaries have never been part of my reading lists. I find that they are very depressing. This is my story. I was born on a beautiful summer day on May 29, 1926,...
Wendy K. Chase
Mar 11, 2025
Chase - Wendy K., 76, Richland, passed away unexpectedly on March 11, 2025. Born on October 17, 1948 in Johnstown, daughter of Winston K. and Grace J. (Foust) Davis. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Frank E. Chase Jr., and sister, Vivienne Everhart
She is survived by her cat, Taylor; loving sons, Garth D., Johnstown, and Grady A. (Michelle), Richland; grandchildren,...
Barbara A. McDannell
Mar 11, 2025
McDannell – Barbara A., “B”, 78, Richland, went to be with the Lord on March 11, 2025. Born on August 4, 1946 in Johnstown, daughter of Frank R. and Frances A. (Pristow) Hillman. Preceded in death by her parents, and husband, Tracy F. McDannell.
She is survived by her loving daughters, Cheri A. McDannell, and her fiancé, Keith Smith, Frederick, MD,...
Harold L. Crum
Mar 7, 2025
Crum – Harold L., 94, Windber, went to be with the Lord on March 7, 2025 at Windber Woods. Born on May 13, 1930 in Sidman, son of Lawrence S. and Rosella Mary (Link) Crum. Preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Phyllis Marcine (Carney) Crum; sons, Dennis H. and Lawrence S. Crum, and brother, Donald E. Crum.
He is...
Frank M. Pompanella
Feb 26, 2025
POMPANELLA---Frank, of Geistown, entered eternal life on February 26, 2025. Born May 15, 1942, in Johnstown, son of Ode and Mary (Gaeta) Pompanella. Preceded in death by parents and wife, Anne (Crowley). Survived by daughter Karen (with longtime companion, Howard Schrader), White Plains, MD; granddaughter Kayleigh, married to Sam Di Leo, Frederick, MD; sisters, Patricia Burns and Marianne Newcomer, wife...
Beth E. Bloom
Feb 24, 2025
Bloom - Beth E., 60, Johnstown, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2025. Born on August 30, 1964 in Johnstown, daughter of Beverly Bloom and Ernest (Kathy) Bloom all of Johnstown. Preceded in death by brother, Jeff Bloom. In addition to her parents, she is survived by children, Christie Gaunt and Richard Gaunt and his fiancée, Jackie Crum; brothers and...
Helen LaTulippe
Feb 24, 2025
LaTulippe, Helen, L., 86, of Richland Township, passed away on February 24, 2025. Born February 9, 1939, in Johnstown. Daughter of William A. and Marie (Trusch) Vickroy. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Edward B. LaTulippe; sisters, Marie Devore, Doris Keifline and a brother, Philip Vickroy. Survived by her son, Dr. Steven E., married to the former Gayle Engel,...
Barry Lee Valinsky
Feb 18, 2025
VALINSKY---Barry Lee, 67, Windber, passed away on February 18, 2025, at home. Born April 25, 1957, in Johnstown, son of William Sr. and Susan (Biro) Valinsky. Preceded in death by parents; wife, Vicki (Silko) Valinsky; and brother, John. Survived by brothers and sister, Josephine Roman, Richland; William Jr. (Sharon), Johnstown; James, Salix; Harry (Merle), Philippines; Robert (Lorri), Jeannette; Thomas (Connie),...
James M. "Mick" Saellam
Feb 16, 2025
SAELLAM---James M. “Mick,” a beloved husband, father, Gida and pappy went to be with the Lord on February 16th, 2025. He was 67 years old and passed peacefully at home surrounded by his family. He was born in New Kensington, PA on July 13th, 1957 to the late James and Eileen (Ray) Saellam. He grew up in Arnold, PA and...
Brian L. Atkins
Feb 7, 2025
ATKINS – Brian L., 69, Windber, passed away peacefully at home on February 7, 2025. Born April 11, 1955, in Johnstown, son of the late Walter and Betty (Tucker) Atkins. Survived by loving wife of 45 years, Denese (Brandle), daughter Heather (Atkins) Kaufman, son-in law, Keith and grandson Wes. Also survived by brother Tom (Rose) Atkins. Brian graduated from Conemaugh...
Justin S. Mock
Feb 5, 2025
MOCK---Justin S., 43, Elton, passed away on February 5, 2025 at Memorial Medical Center. Born February 21, 1981, in Johnstown, son of Ronald (Diana) and Dianne Ickes (Britt). Preceded in death by grandparents Edgar and Helen Smith, Henry and Lillian Mock and Uncle David Smith. Survived by parents; sister, Heather Oravecz (Tom) Portage; nephews, Derek, David and Travis and 2...
