Obituaries

Josephine M. Vigliotti

Josephine M. Vigliotti

Sep 23, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Josephine Minnie (Tedeski) Vigliotti, 94, of Blairsville, PA, on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, in Indiana Regional Medical Center, Indiana, PA.

The daughter of Angelo and Minnie (Bertoncini) Tedeski, Josephine was born July 28, 1932, in Indiana, PA.

Mrs. Vigliotti was a member of Our Lady of the Assumption Roman Catholic Church in Coral. For...

Eric M. Baughman

Eric M. Baughman

Sep 21, 2026

Eric Matthew Baughman, 40, of Blairsville, PA, a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps who served his country with honor, passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026, at Indiana Regional Medical Center, Indiana, PA.

Born on October 10, 1985, in Wheeling, WV, Eric was the son of Joseph and Cynthia A. Baughman.

A graduate of Keystone High School, Class of...

Paul A. West

Paul A. West

Sep 21, 2026

Paul Arden West, 84, of Blairsville, PA, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, September 21, 2026.

He was born on December 26, 1941, in Blossburg, PA, to the late Earl C. and Edna R. (Putman) West.

Paul was a graduate of Wellsboro-Charleston Joint School, Class of 1959, and proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy. He worked for Agway...

Catherine M. Shaw

Catherine M. Shaw

Sep 15, 2026

Catherine M. Shaw, 83, of Indiana, passed away on Tuesday September 15, 2026, at St Andrews Village. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose kindness and caring spirit touched the lives of many. Her compassion was without condition; she embraced each person in the fullness of who they were, looking beyond their imperfections and meeting them always...

Joseph E. Visnesky Jr.

Joseph E. Visnesky Jr.

Sep 10, 2026

Joseph Edward Visnesky Jr, 76, of Indiana, passed away on Thursday September 10, 2026 at Butler Memorial Hospital. 

Born in Indiana on April 03, 1950, Joseph was the son of the late Joseph E. Sr and Gladys L. (Adams) Visnesky. Joe worked as the Automotive Manager at Sears for many years and finished his career as a supervisor at the Indiana...

Toni S. Fairman

Toni S. Fairman

Sep 8, 2026

Toni Starr (Zona) Fairman, 34, of Blairsville, PA (Blacklick Twp.), passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at Indiana Regional Medical Center, Indiana, PA. Toni was a beautiful light in the lives of those who knew her, and although her time on earth was far too short, she leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and devotion.

Born on August...

Edward C. Platt, Sr.

Edward C. Platt, Sr.

Sep 7, 2026

Edward Clair Platt, Sr., 81, of Blairsville, PA, went home to be with his Savior on Monday, September 7, 2026, at home, surrounded by the love of his family.

The son of William Winfred Platt, Sr. and Marcella May (Snyder) Platt, he was born on June 18, 1945, in Burrell Township, Indiana County, PA.

A man of deep faith, Ed attended and...

Richard L. Brust

Richard L. Brust

Sep 4, 2026

Richard Lee Brust, 92, of Indiana, passed away on Friday, September 4, 2026, at Maple Valley Personal Care Home.

Born in Indiana on May 26, 1934, Richard was the son of the late Charles Joseph and Gertrude Irene (McCreary) Brust. Richard was predeceased by his wife, Joan Vanderhorst Brust, in 2023. He is survived by his daughter, Cheryl Blake (Martin) of...

Sondra G. Shirley

Sondra G. Shirley

Sep 3, 2026

Sondra Gaye Shirley, 83, of Blairsville, PA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at Indiana Regional Medical Center in Indiana, PA.

Born October 27, 1942, in Black Lick, PA, she was the daughter of Robert C. and Dorothy E. (Palmer) Shirley.

Sondra faithfully attended the former Free Methodist Church in Black Lick for many years.

Throughout her life, she worked in...

Theodore Krushinski, Jr.

Theodore Krushinski, Jr.

Aug 31, 2026

Theodore Krushinski, Jr., 88, of Blairsville, PA (Burrell Township), formerly of Export, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 31, 2026, at his home.

Born on May 25, 1938, in Westmoreland County, PA, he was the son of the late Theodore and Anna (Oslowski) Krushinski.

He was a graduate of Franklin High School, Class of 1956.

Theodore was a member of the Slickville American...

Walter J. Buggey

Walter J. Buggey

Aug 30, 2026

Walter Joseph Buggey, 86, of Homer City, passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2026 at Indiana Regional Medical Center.

Born in Chambersville, on October 4, 1939, Walter was the son of the late Thomas and Betty (Solinski) Buggey. Walter was a member of Creekside Methodist Church for many years. He worked for PennDOT for 35 years before his retirement. In his...

Robert W. Garmon

Robert W. Garmon

Aug 24, 2026

Robert Wayne Garmon, 89, of Murrysville, PA, formerly of Rainbow City, AL, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 24, 2026, at UPMC East in Monroeville, PA.

Born on May 23, 1937, in Gadsden, AL, Robert was the son of the late Robert Lamar. and Jeannette (McClendon) Garmon.

Robert honorably served his country as a member of both the U.S. Air Force and...

Denzil "Denny" W. Wolverton

Denzil "Denny" W. Wolverton

Aug 22, 2026

Denzil "Denny" William Wolverton, 61, of Indiana, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2026 at his home.

Born in Philipsburg, Pa, on February 2, 1965, Denzil was the son of the late Harvey Wolverton, Sr. and Audrey (Burton) Wolverton.

Denzil was a kind-hearted, outgoing, and friendly man who had a special way of making people feel welcome. He was a social person...

Dr. Ronald P. Cramer II

Dr. Ronald P. Cramer II

Aug 21, 2026

Dr. Ronald Paul Cramer, II, 67, of Indiana, PA, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, August 21, 2026, with his loving wife by his side.

The son of the late Ronald P. and Barbara “Mema” P. (Petrosky) Cramer, he was born on January 19, 1959, in Indiana, PA. Ronald’s life reflected a deep commitment to learning, athletics, and service to...

Dorothy I. Riddle

Dorothy I. Riddle

Aug 19, 2026

Dorothy I. Riddle, 79, formally of Blacklick, passed away on August 19, 2026 at the Communities of Indian Haven, surrounded by her children and family.

A daughter of the late John Elmer Price and Evelyn Nellie (Fair) Price, Dorothy was born August 12, 1947, in Homer City, PA. Dorothy was the loving wife of the late Terry Roger Riddle, who preceded...

Theodore E. Bukoskey, Jr.

Theodore E. Bukoskey, Jr.

Aug 15, 2026

Theodore Edward Bukoskey, Jr., 60, of Derry, PA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at home.

Born on December 7, 1965, in Latrobe, PA, Theodore was the beloved son of Theodore E. Bukoskey, Sr. and Bonnie J. (Endress) Bukoskey.

He was a 1984 graduate of Derry Area High School and proudly served his country as a veteran of the U.S....

Blair A. Nelson Jr.

Blair A. Nelson Jr.

Aug 14, 2026

Blair Alvin Nelson, Jr. , 87, of Indiana, passed away on Friday August 14, 2026 at Indiana Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving wife, Anna M. Nelson.

Born in Brush Valley, on August 27, 1938, Blair was the son of the late Blair Alvin Nelson, Sr. and Dorothy (Berkybile) Nelson.

Blair was a hardworking man who spent many years working as...

Michael D. Parr

Michael D. Parr

Aug 11, 2026

Michael Dillin Parr, 82, of Blairsville, PA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, in the comfort of his home, with his loving wife by his side.

He was born on May 24, 1944, in Baltimore, MD, the son of the late William P. and Frances D. (Heath) Parr.

Michael was a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of...

Shirley M. Morales

Shirley M. Morales

Aug 3, 2026

Shirley M. Morales, 77, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2026, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. Born on November 2, 1948, in Johnstown, Shirley spent her formative years in the city she always called home.

She was predeceased by her parents, John T. Catania and Verna M. George. Shirley is lovingly remembered by her sons, Henry Morales (Annabelle) and Mark Morales; her cherished...

Dorothy F. Gressley

Dorothy F. Gressley

Aug 1, 2026

Dorothy Fletcher Gressley, 98, formerly of Brush Valley, PA, entered the presence of Jesus on August 1, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Dorothy was born January 23, 1928, in Brownstown, PA, Cambria County, to the late Joseph Fletcher and Edna Grace (Lamar) Fletcher.

Dorothy devoted much of her life to supporting her family and helping others, which brought her deep love...