Obituaries
Margaret K. Lucas
Aug 3, 2024
LUCAS—Margaret K., 91, Richland, passed away on Aug. 3, 2024. Born May 2, 1933, in Johnstown, daughter of Dwight and Helen (Gleisner) Mowery. Preceded in death by parents; brothers and sisters, Charlie Mowery, Bob Mowery, Elsie Garshnik, Dorothy Rager, Helen Boyer; grandsons Jeremiah Wirick and Justin Kuntz; great-grandson, Cody Weyant and daughter-in-law, Wanda Wirick. Survived by husband of 66 years,...
Frank C. Fantauzzo
Jul 31, 2024
ALONG THE ROAD
God gifted us with Frank C. Fantauzzo of East Taylor, for 77 years. Born March 21, 1947, the son of the late Charles and Mary (Perrone) Fantauzzo. Frank was preceded in death by sisters Nancy (George) Karr, Dorothy (Edward) Worthington, and Verna Fantauzzo.
In 1966, Frank graduated from Greater Johnstown Senior High. He was a former employee of the...
Daniel W. "Dan" Grove Jr.
Jul 24, 2024
GROVE---Daniel W. Jr., 72, Parkhill, passed away on July 24, 2024 at home. Born June 18, 1952, in Johnstown, son of Daniel W. Sr. and Florence Irene (Stralko) Grove. Preceded in death by father. Survived by mother, Florence “Flo” Grove, of Conemaugh; husband, Kevin R. “Mickey” McMahon, husband of 2 years and partner since October 1, 1995; loving daughters, Amy...
Eva B. Mater
Jul 21, 2024
MATER---Eva B., 92, Richland, passed away July 21, 2024 at Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown. Born June 8, 1932, in Altoona, daughter of Fred and Edna Young. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Terry G. Mater; sister, Jean Frank, brothers, Blaine and Fred Young, and great-granddaughter, Kyla Ruffing. Survived by daughters, Cathy Blough (Jay), Richland; Debra Sedei (Ernie), Ferndale;...
Carole J. Wehner
Jul 16, 2024
WEHNER---Carole J., 82, Salix, went to her eternal resting place on July 16, 2024 while she was at home. She was born on Jan. 4, 1942 to Edward and Helen (Yuhas) Klosky in Johnstown, PA. Carole was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Herbert "Herb" Wehner; sons, Dr. Joseph (Susan...
Melissa Ann Crotzer-Black
Jul 16, 2024
Crotzer-Black – Melissa Ann, 53, Crystal Spring, PA, formerly of Johnstown, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2024 at her home after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on September 2, 1970 in Johnstown, daughter of the late James E. and Karen J. (Stoup) Crotzer. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by uncle, Gary Stoup.
She is...
Lorraine E. Burns
Jul 15, 2024
Burns – Lorraine Emilie, “Lorrie”, 87, Geistown, went to be with the Lord on July 15, 2024 at Windber Hospice. Born on March 15, 1937 in Windber, daughter of Ralph D. and Anita C. (Dell’Arciprete) DiGiulio. Preceded in death by her parents; sons, Jimmy and David ; brothers, Jim and Carmine, and nephew, Vince Bahorik.
She is survived by her loving...
Shirley C. Swain
Jul 14, 2024
Swain, Shirley C., 91, of Richland. Died on July 14, 2024 at Laurelwood Care Center. Born December 1, 1932, in Nanty Glo. Daughter of the late Clair M. and Mercedes M. (Detandt) Yoder. Also preceded in death by husband of 54 years, Harry J. Swain, Jr.; siblings, Mabel Yoder, Richard Yoder, Alice Berkebile, Irene Yoder, and Jack Yoder. Survived by...
Larnell Brandon
Jul 10, 2024
BRANDON---Larnell, 68, Woodbridge, VA, went to be with the Lord on July 10, 2024. Born on August 28, 1955 in Johnstown, PA, son of Layton L. Sr. and Ruby L. (Willis) Brandon. Preceded in death by parents, sister, Geraldine “Gerry” (Brandon) Harris, brother, James D. Brandon and son, Kristopher Deshawn Morris “Shawn.” He is survived by his loving siblings, Layton...
Jordan J. Griffith
Jul 6, 2024
A loving and kind man deeply loved and missed by everyone he touched. There will be a private family gathering.
Christine M. (Davis) Fogle
Jul 3, 2024
FOGLE, Christine M. (Davis), 59, Marine Corps Veteran, passed peacefully on July 3, 2024 at Maple Heights Health and Rehab Center. Born June 12, 1965 to the late Clyde and Eileen (Shaffer)Davis. Preceded in her death by her grandparents John and Rose Shaffer, “dog kids” Gretchen, Hannah, Josiah, and Gracie. She is survived by her sister Karen (John) Ream, her...
Candice Gene "Candi" Walker
Jul 3, 2024
WALKER – Candice Gene “Candi”, (Korenoski), Stevens, PA., formerly of Johnstown. Passed away peacefully at age 75 on July 3rd, 2024. Candi was the beloved Mother of five children and nine grandchildren. She was our angel here on Earth and is no doubt walking among the angels in Heaven now. Candi was preceded in death by her parents, William F....
Cathy Brandle
Jul 2, 2024
Brandle – Cathy, 77, Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on July 2, 2024 at home. Born on February 27, 1947 in Johnstown, daughter of Joseph and Margaret (Piscatella) Scaletta. Preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Tina and Roseann Scaletta.
She is survived by her loving partner of 47 years, Dolly (Wadyka) Noles, Johnstown; son, Robert E. (Renee) Brandle,...
Dolores J. James
Jun 30, 2024
JAMES- Dolores J., 93, of Richland. Died June 30, 2024 at Homewood at Plum Creek in Hanover, PA. Born July 12, 1930 in Johnstown. Daughter of the late John G. and Mary (Valent) Krall. Also preceded in death by husband Alfred L. James and several brothers and sisters. Survived by son Leonard A. (Laura M. Wonders) James; granddaughters Erin E....
Elizabeth A. "Betty" Dereani
Jun 30, 2024
Dereani – Elizabeth A., “Betty”, 92, Richland, passed away on June 30, 2024. Born on April 21, 1932 in Dunlo, PA, daughter of John G. and Anna (Scrabula) Kozak. Preceded in death by her parents, husband, Joseph L. Dereani who passed away in 1970.
She is survived by her loving daughter, Kathleen A. Miller, and her husband, Bradley, Richland; granddaughters, Angela...
Margaret L. "Peggy" Stark
Jun 29, 2024
Stark - Margaret Louise, “Peggy”, of Voorhees, NJ, passed away June 29, 2024 with her family by her side. Peggy was born on New Years Day 1937 in Johnstown, PA to the late Francis and Mable (Baltzersen) Nitch.
She graduated from Bishop McCort High School (1955) and attended Seton Hill College—the start of a life-long career in education. Peggy married her...
Sophie Smatlak
Jun 23, 2024
SMATLAK, Sophie (Rusnak), 96, of Richland, went to be with the Lord June 23, 2024 at Arbutus Park Manor. Born May 4, 1928, in Sharpsville, PA, daughter of the late John and Mary (Kicin) Rusnak of Torrington, CT. Also preceded in death by husband of 66 years, Paul Smatlak; sisters, Mary Matas, Sue Cherney, Elena Rusnak, and Ann Wall; and...
Melvin R. "Mel" Kniss Sr.
Jun 17, 2024
KNISS---Melvin R. “Mel,” 89, Richland, passed away on June 17, 2024. Born February 23, 1935 in Jackson Twp., son of Ralph and Laura (Rummel) Kniss. Preceded in death by parents; brothers, Robert and William, sister, Rosella Clites and son-in-law, Walter Gleason. Mel was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Survived by wife of 68 years, Donna R. (Wingard),...
Bruce F. Santichen
Jun 15, 2024
SANTICHEN---Bruce F., 67, Richland, passed away unexpectedly at home on June 15, 2024. Born November 28, 1956, in Johnstown, son of Frank M. and Jennie (Hribar) Santichen. Preceded in death in by parents. Survived by wife of 40 years, Cindy (Adamy); children, Justin (Stacey Batovsky), Richland and Ryan (Lilia), Pittsburgh. Bruce is also survived by many close family and friends...
Donald L. Bash
Jun 13, 2024
BASH---Donald L., 86, Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on June 13, 2024 at Memorial Medical Center. Born Aug. 21, 1937, in Johnstown son of Stanton and Mildred (Harr) Bash. Preceded in death by parents; son, Zackery Bash, sister, Betty Shuman and husband, George; nephew, Michael Meyers, brothers-in-law, Michael Ostrich, Robert Meyers and James Yoder. Survived by wife of...
