Obituaries
William A. Gallus Sr.
Jun 2, 2025
GALLUS—William A. Sr. “Bill,” 85, Davidsville, formerly of Richland Township, died June 2, 2025 at Conemaugh Hospital. Born June 3, 1939, son of William J. and Julia W. (Gaydos) Gallus. Preceded in death by parents and grandson, Timothy J. Gallus. Survived by his loving wife of almost 61 years, Linda (Thomas) Gallus; sons, William A. Jr., married to Gina (Mellott)...
Mckenneth Mckinley McDaniel
May 30, 2025
McDaniel – Mckenneth Mckinley, 75, of Johnstown, went to be with the lord on Friday, May 30th, 2025 at Chan Soon-Shiong Medical Center at Windber. He was born on April 4th, 1950 to his father, Kenneth Howard Johnson and mother, Dessie Jenkins. He was married to his loving wife, Betty (Haselrig) McDaniel
He is preceded in death by his loving wife,...
Jeremy C. Minor Sr.
May 28, 2025
MINOR---Jeremy C. Sr., 53, Richland, went to be with the Lord on May 28, 2025 at home. Born April 28, 1972 in Morgantown, WV, son of Bruce D. Sr. and Rita Minor-Karolewics. Survived by parents Bruce Minor Sr. (Donna) and Rita Minor-Karolewics (Dave); son, Jeremy C. Minor II (Billie), Upper Yoder; daughter, Kayla Minor, Pittsburgh; brothers, Bruce D. Minor II,...
Julius "Lamar" G. Porcher
May 26, 2025
PORCHER---Julius “Lamar” Glen, 41, Richland Township, passed away on May 26, 2025, at home. He was affectionately known as “Stunna,” and was born on July 2, 1983, to Lori A. Porcher and Glendon G. King (wife Lisa), and was lovingly raised by his grandparents, Delores and Julius C. Porcher Jr., who played a significant role in his upbringing. He is...
Edward Bender
May 23, 2025
Bender – Edward, 95, Stonycreek Township, went to be with the Lord on May 23, 2025 at The Villa Crest. Born on September 18, 1929 in Homer City, PA, son of Michael Sr. and Mary (Rebovich) Bender. Preceded in death by his parents; wife, Betty J. (Mekulsia); grandson, Alexander B. Sylvester; siblings, Catherine Timura, John, Joseph, Mary Castallani, Michael Jr.,...
Cheryl A. Spiker
May 22, 2025
SPIKER---Cheryl A., 68, Salix, passed away on May 22, 2025 at Windber Woods. Born February 5, 1957, in Johnstown, daughter of Roy E. and Veleda A. (Todd) Layman. Preceded in death by parents and husband of 18 years, Barry L. Spiker. Survived by siblings, Carole Wolfhope, South Fork, PA; Sandra Mader and husband, Gary, Windber; Harlan R. Layman and wife,...
Marilyn A. Plante
May 20, 2025
PLANTE---Marilyn Ann (Peterson) Plante of Johnstown, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully of natural causes on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at the age of 95. She was the loving wife of Roland Raymond Plante who preceded her in death in September 2001. She was also preceded in death by her parents George J. Peterson and Grace (Hartman) Peterson of Worcester Massachusetts, her...
Basil J. Trovato
May 20, 2025
TROVATO---Basil J., 85, Johnstown, passed away May 20, 2025. Born September 24, 1939 in Windber, son of Basil V. and Mary L. (Pierre) Trovato. Preceded in death by parents; brother, Anthony and infant son, Michael. Survived by children, Sean and wife, Joni, Summerhill; Christopher, Richland; and Dana Maldet and husband, Lon, Gulf Shores, Alabama; grandchildren, Julianne (Robert), C.J. (Rebecca), Tyler,...
Frances Marie Stephens
May 18, 2025
Stephens – Frances (White), 91, entered into eternal rest at home on Sunday, May 18, 2025 in Johnstown. Born on February 10, 1934 in Johnstown, daughter of Samuel White and Oneil Joy (Mallie) Holmes. Preceded in death by her Parents, son Reginald Stephens, Brother Sylvester Holmes. William D. Stephens and William “Tunnie” Roebuck. She is survived by her loving children;...
Bernice J. Locher
May 17, 2025
LOCHER – Bernice J., 81, of Richland. Died May 17, 2025 at Conemaugh Medical Center. Born Aug. 19, 1943 in Johnstown. Daughter of the late John and Mildred (Heskith) Malee. Also preceded in death by sister Barbara. Survived by husband, Charles R. Locher; children, Diana Hoy, Janice (Kyle) Mahoney, Charles (Katia) Locher, Sharon (John) Ramirez and Annie Locher. Grandchildren, Josh...
Lloyd R. "Bob" "The Music Man" Shank
May 16, 2025
SHANK---Lloyd R. “Bob,” and also known as “The Music Man,” 78, Johnstown, passed away on May 16, 2025 in Johnstown. Born March 10, 1947, son of Lloyd G. and Nora C. (Brown) Shank. Preceded in death by parents and former Susan Jean (Broskey) Shank. Survived by daughter, Diana Catherine Mountain, Coburn, PA; and son, Robert J. Shank, Windber; grandson, Joshua...
Carrie Mae Ellis
May 16, 2025
Ellis – Carrie Mae, 89, Johnstown, PA, gracefully answered the Lord’s call and slipped into eternity on Friday, May 16th, 2025. Born on December 16th, 1935 in Franklin Borough, Daughter of Lonnie and Hattie Judge
She is preceded in death by parents; husband, Royce Lee Ellis; brother, Lonnie Jr.; infant brother, Oppie; and sister, Norma.
She is the last surviving member of...
Bonita Lee "Bonnie" Stoy
May 16, 2025
STOY---Bonita Lee "Bonnie," 76, Windber, passed into her heavenly home on the wings of angels on May 16, 2025 at Conemaugh Hospital. Bonnie was born May 3, 1949, in Windber, daughter of Russell and Julia (Lidwell) Stoy. Preceded in death by parents; sisters, Margaret Beiswenger, Dorothy Mansfield, Marie Geisel, Janet Stoy and Judie Engbert; brothers, Donnie Ray, Roger Stoy and...
Ruth Ellen Miller
May 15, 2025
MILLER---Ruth Ellen, 100, Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at The Addison of McCullough Place. Born Sept. 22, 1924 in Johnstown, daughter of Rose Marie (Koenig) Reighard and Chester M. Reighard. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Melvin Clyde Miller; brother, Donald M. Reighard, and daughter-in-law, Sylvia Fantauzzi Miller. Survived by children, William R....
Rayford I. Allen
May 10, 2025
ALLEN---Rayford I., 87, Richland Township, passed away on May 10, 2025 at home. Born May 11, 1937, in Richland Township, son of Ernest L.G. and Catherine (Bailey) Allen. Preceded in death by parents; brother, Larry Allen; sisters-in-law, Patricia Allen, Linda Allen, Gayle Cauffiel and Nancy Faith. Survived by wife of 42 years and love of his life, Charlotte M. (Snyder)...
Robert James Kushner
May 8, 2025
Kushner – Robert (Bob) James 84 of Wesley Chapel, went to be with the Lord on May 8, 2025 at home. Born on May 21, 1940 in Johnstown, son of John and Mary (Sakmar) Kushner. Preceded in death by Parents, Wife Sara Jayne, Brothers Jack and Barry Kushner, and Sisters Jane Bell and Marion Kushner, Granddaughter Chelsea Freeburg. Special dog...
Craig S. Slack Sr.
May 8, 2025
Slack – Craig S. Sr., 75, Richland, went to be with the Lord on May 8, 2025. Born on October 14, 1950 in Johnstown, son of the late Robert J. and Joyce E. (Luther) Slack.
He is survived by his loving son, Craig S. (Megan) Slack Jr.; grandchildren, Jack and Josie Slack; sisters, Cindy Slack and Brenda (Fred) Edwards; aunt, Nancy...
Rosaline A. "Rose" Kubas
May 6, 2025
Kubas, Rosaline Ann "Rose", beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on May 6, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on September 18, 1950, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, she was the cherished daughter of Wilford and Jennie Rutledge. Rose's life was woven with love and devotion. She was married to her soulmate, John Kubas Sr., for an incredible 54...
Brian M. Cominsky
May 4, 2025
COMINSKY—Brian M., 60, Windber, passed away on May 4, 2025 at Memorial Medical Center. Born December 13, 1964 in Johnstown, son of John and Ursula A. (Bogdon) Cominsky. Preceded in death by father, brother John Cominsky and special uncle, John "Moose" Bogdan. Survived by mother, Ursula; his wife of 41 years, Connie S. (Custer) Cominsky; daughters, Kelly Nicklow and husband,...
John J. Ewasko
May 3, 2025
Ewasko – John J., 82, Johnstown, passed away on May 3, 2025 at his residence following complications from Parkinson’s Disease. Born on July 22, 1942 in Johnstown, son of the late John and Irene (Kocherkevich) Ewasko.
He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Michele C. (Beroldi) Ewasko; daughter, Kimberly Ewasko and her partner, Frank Wherry, both of Central...
