Obituaries
Annie J. Bennett
Apr 23, 2018
Bennett, Annie J., 96, Johnstown. Died April 23, 2018, at Conemaugh Medical Center. Born Oct. I, 1921, in Eccles, WV. Daughter of the late Ernest and Leda May (Dillon) Honaker. Also preceded in death by husband, Norman W. Bennett; children, Russell, Patricia Kopec, Robert, Linda Ferrell, Ronny and Bobby; 5 grandchildren; and siblings, Marie Snuffer and Eugene (Margaret) Honaker. Survived by...
Annabelle E. Churchey
Apr 17, 2018
Churchey – Annabelle E., 93, of Geistown Borough, went to her eternal rest on April 17, 2018, surrounded by her loving family at her residence. Born on June 30, 1924, in Johnstown, daughter of Fred W. and Susann (Maytas) Burns. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Everett H. Churchey Jr.; grandson, Michael Alan McClain; and brothers, Frederick R. and...
Leon Charles Kaminsky
Apr 14, 2018
Kaminsky – Leon C. “Chuck”, 68, East Taylor Township, went to be with our Lord on April 14, 2018 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born on December 20, 1949 in Johnstown, son of the late Leo and Amelia (Tomasevich) Kaminsky. He is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Christine G. (Yanko) Kaminsky; children, Heather C.,...
John P. Habala
Apr 12, 2018
Habala, John P. 70, of Lower Yoder Township, passed away on April 12, 2018 at Laurelwood Care Center. He was born on November 22 1947 in Johnstown. Son of the late Milan and Margaret (Wright) Habala. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ann (Yamber) Habala; his loving partner, Deborah M. Yesenosky,...
Ronald R. Golby
Apr 10, 2018
Golby – Ronald R., 64, of Richland Township, passed away on April 10, 2018 at his residence. He was born on February 5, 1954 in Johnstown. Son of James R. Golby and Dorothy L. (Thompson) Golby. Preceded in death by his parents; wife, Dawn T. (Labrum) Golby; son Sgt. Christopher A. Golby, KIA Iraq. He is survived by his sisters,...
Justine Herczegh
Apr 9, 2018
Herczegh – Justine, 94, of Windber, passed away peacefully into the Lord’s hands on April 9, 2018 at the Church of the Brethren Home. Born on November 12, 1923 in East Conemaugh Borough, daughter of Lewis and Anna (Madaish) Kovalchick. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, William Joseph Herczegh; son, William James; siblings, Charles W., Lewis, Mary, and Ann...
Joann A. Mishler
Apr 1, 2018
Mishler, Joann A., 87, of Richland Township, passed away on April 1, 2018 at Conemaugh Medical Center. Born on February 8, 1931 in Johnstown. Daughter of Denver F. Sr. and Edna F. (Buchanan) Conrad. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her daughter, Janice K. Cook; grandson, Shawn Harr; brothers, Denver, Roy, and Carl Conrad and...
Irene Cathy Surap
Mar 31, 2018
Surap – Irene Cathy, 58, of East Conemaugh, went to be with the Lord on March 31, 2018. Born on June 30, 1959 in Johnstown, daughter of the late Kenneth Teeter and Rosemarie (Urban) Teeter, East Taylor Township. In addition to her father, she is preceded in death by children, Richard Kent, Candice Rose, Stephanie Ann, and Shawn. In addition...
Paul A. Singer
Mar 29, 2018
Singer, Paul A., 85, of Johnstown. Passed away surrounded by his loving family on March 29, 2018, at Windber Hospice. Born August 16, 1932 in Johnstown. Son of the late Melvin and Nellie (Siehl) Singer. Also preceded in death by his loving wife, Marjorie R. (Cober) Singer; siblings Melvin, Thomas, and George Singer; and granddaughter Cassandra L. Singer. Survived by...
Lois J. Bloom
Mar 28, 2018
Bloom, Lois J., 86, of Richland Twp. Died Mar. 28, 2018, at Conemaugh Medical Center. Born Nov. 2, 1931, in South Fork. Daughter of the late Lawrence and Laura (Ellenberger) Varner. Also preceded in death by husband, Ervin L. Bloom; and brother Glenn (Donna). Survived by daughters, Judy (Russell) Tipton, Ohio; and Brenda Bloom (Stan Shirley), Indiana, Pa; sons Larry...
Raymond H. Hughes
Mar 27, 2018
Hughes, Raymond H., 79, departed for his heavenly home on Tuesday, March 27, 2018. Born July 15, 1938, in Ehrenfeld, Pennsylvania. Raymond "Ray" was the son of the late Peter and Norma (Hale) Hughes. He was also preceded in death by his sisters; Norma Stephey, Regina Bailey, and Tillie Harbart; and brothers; Wilford Hughes and Regis Hughes. Surviving are his loving...
Donna Schellhammer
Mar 23, 2018
Schellhammer, Donna, 67, Turtle Creek, Pittsburgh, formerly of East Conemaugh. Died Mar. 23, 2018 in Pittsburgh. Born June 17, 1950, in Johnstown, Daughter of the late Andrew and Helen (Risko) Labosky. Wife of 47 wonderful years to her only love Frank R. Schellhammer. Mother of precious beloved daughter Julie and furry companion dog Dusty. Sister to Andrew, Margaret Luther, Elaine...
Edward J. Cernic, Sr.
Mar 21, 2018
Cernic, Edward J. Sr., “PAP”, 85, Tanneryville. Died Mar. 21, 2018, at Conemaugh Medical Center. Born Feb. 2, 1933, in Johnstown. Son of the late Joseph and Mary (Jurcevich) Cernic. Also preceded in death by wife, Nancy A. (Felix); and brother John. Survived by sons Edward Jr (Rosie); Kelly (Brendan); Jackson, Elin, Grayson; Marie (Reggie); Raina and Willow; son Craig (Connie)...
Charles B. Cvijanovich
Mar 20, 2018
Cvijanovich, Charles B. “Charlie”, 77, of Parkhill. Died March 20, 2018, at Conemaugh Medical Center. Born September 13, 1940, in Johnstown. Son of the late Elija and Martha (Bitsko) Cvijanovich. Preceded in death by son, Scott D. Cvijanovich; Stepfather Stanley “Dutch” Litzsky; brothers Thomas Bitsko, George Cvijanovich, Daniel Cvijanovich, and John Cvijanovich. Survived by wife of 54 years, Sonia M....
Leah H. Williams
Mar 19, 2018
WILLIAMS – Leah H. (Hunter), 85, of Johnstown, passed on to her heavenly reward on March 19, 2018, at Laurel View Village. Born on the 4th of July, 1932 in Pittsburgh, PA. Daughter of the late Rev. Austin Vanlier & Twila (Snyder) Hunter. Also preceded in death by her brother Rev. A. Vanlier Hunter. Survived by beloved husband of 62...
Joann L. Vasas
Mar 17, 2018
Vasas – Joann L., 84, Twin Rocks, went to be with the Lord on March 17, 2018. Born on June 17, 1933 in Johnstown, daughter of Harry Benjamin and Dorothy E. (Mills) Knauer. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Joseph Vasas; 2 infant sons; grandson, Daryl Evan Mack; sons-in-law, John E. Mack and Joseph Obrets; siblings, Ruth Oshalkin, Kenneth,...
Melburn R. Schatz
Mar 16, 2018
Schatz, Melburn R., 89, of Richland. Died Mar 16, 2018, at Conemaugh Medical Center. Born July 21, 1928, in Johnstown. Son of the late John W. and Sara M. (Sell) Schatz. Survived by wife of 67 years, Mary E. (Fochtman) Schatz; daughter, Melanie (Chuck) Hankinson; grandchildren, Kelly (Justin) Pyle; Travis (Jenna Speicher) Hankinson; great grandchildren, Ava and Vera. Brother of...
Harold L. Gilbert
Feb 28, 2018
Gilbert, Harold L., 97, went to his heavenly home on February 28, 2018. He was a resident of Arbutus Park Manor. Harold was the son of M. Lee and M. Alverda (Griffith) Gilbert and born on November 10, 1920 in Johnstown. Preceded in death by parents, his beloved wife, Dorothy “Dottie” Roberts who passed away on August 17th, 2015, and...
Mark J. Baserman
Feb 26, 2018
Baserman – Mark J., 60, Oakland, went to be with the Lord on February 26, 2018. Born on August 21, 1957 in Johnstown, son of James W. Baserman and Lucille A. (Cenney) Baserman, Oakland. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by several beloved dogs. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his loving wife,...
Carole E. Vogel
Feb 20, 2018
Vogel, Carole E. (Jefferies), 80, of Johnstown. Passed away at her home surrounded by her husband and children on February 20, 2018. Carole was born on July 31, 1937 in New York City and raised in the Bronx. Preceded in death by foster parents Catherine Lorditich and Nathan Walker. Survived by loving husband, Ronald, of 62 years. Children: Michael Vogel...
