Obituaries
Tammy L. Smith
Jun 5, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tammy L. Smith a beloved wife, family member, and friend, who left us far too soon.
Tammy was a woman of strength beyond measure, and deep love and passion-passion for her family, for the thrill of racing, and for the companionship of her cherished pets, perhaps especially Jake and Jax,...
Alice Jean Henry
Jun 2, 2025
Alice Jean (Hullenbaugh) Henry, 85, of Homer City, passed away Monday, June 2, 2025, at Indiana Regional Medical Center.
A daughter of the late Kenneth and Grace L. (Munshower) Hullenbaugh, she was born Dec. 4, 1939, in Indiana.
Alice enjoyed keeping the home fires burning for her family. She was a member of the First Church of God in Indiana. Years ago,...
James J. Miller
May 30, 2025
James Joseph Miller, 69, of Blairsville, PA (Brush Valley Twp.) passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025, in Indiana Regional Medical Center, Indiana.
The son of Clarence J. and Letty (Shirley) Miller, he was born on February 28, 1956, in Johnstown, PA.
Prior to his retirement, he worked as a coal truck driver.
James loved his truck.
Surviving is his wife of 27 years,...
Margaret A. "Peggy" Mocek
May 26, 2025
Margaret Ann “Peggy” Hineman Mocek, 94, of Black Lick, PA passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025, at Beacon Ridge, Indiana, PA.
The daughter of Edward C. and Carrie I. (Steffy) Hineman, she was born on November 14, 1930, in Punxsutawney, PA.
Peggy was a member of Our Lady of the Assumption Parish, Coral, where she was involved with Christian Mothers. She...
Jeffrey P. Fairman
May 21, 2025
Jeffrey Paul Fairman, 73, of Home, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, with his family by his side.
A son of Blaine D. and Sara J. (Lewis) Fairman, he was born Jan. 30, 1952, in Indiana.
Jeff was a 1970 graduate of Marion Center High School and proudly served in the U.S. Army Reserves. He had worked...
Robert F. Kanyan
May 19, 2025
Robert Frederick Kanyan, 86, of Indiana, PA (Center Twp.) passed away on Monday, May 19, 2025, in Allegheny Valley Hospital, Natrona Heights.
The son of Joseph and Bertha (Szimiczka) Kanyan, he was born on August 27, 1938, in Indiana, PA.
He was a member of the Jacksonville United Presbyterian Church, Kent.
Prior to his retirement, Bob was employed by Syntron (FMC), Homer City,...
Albert M. "Jake" Normand, Jr.
May 18, 2025
Albert Matthew “Jake” Normand, Jr., 71, of Indiana, PA, (White Twp.) passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2025, in Beacon Ridge, Indiana, PA.
The son of Albert M. Normand, Sr. and Betty M. (Lightcap) Normand, he was born on September 16, 1953, in Indiana, PA.
Jake enjoyed watching TV and in his younger years enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Surviving are three children, Kris...
Stella B. Horn
May 14, 2025
Stella Bertha (Densiuk) Horn, 90, of Blairsville, PA (Derry Twp.) passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at Beacon Ridge, Indiana, PA.
The daughter of Joseph and Bertha Stella (Benke) Densiuk, she was born on January 26, 1935, in Brenizer, PA.
Stella was a member of SS Simon and Jude Roman Catholic Church, Blairsville, and Angels of Compassion.
She was an LPN at...
Lillian Lorraine Moody
May 13, 2025
Lillian Lorraine Greene Moody, 82, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2025, she was born March 27,1943 at home in Lucernemines.
Moving to Indiana in 1953, Lorraine attended and graduated from Indiana High School in 1961. In 1963, she married her high school sweetheart Thomas Moody. After raising their three children she worked along with her husband at Metals Forming in Indiana...
Russell G. Risinger
May 11, 2025
Russell Glenn Risinger, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at Saint Andrews Village, Indiana, Pennsylvania.
A lifelong Indiana County resident, Russ was born in Homer City on July 29, 1939, to John A. and Martha Jane (George) Risinger and graduated from Indiana High School in 1957. He served in the National Guard and...
Nancy Lee Smith
May 10, 2025
Nancy Lee Smith, 84, of Marion Center, passed away on Saturday May 10, 2025, at Indiana Regional Medical Center.
Born on May 11, 1940, in East Mahoning Twp, Nancy was the daughter of the late Robert Lee and Violet Grace (Rishel) Smith.
Nancy was a member of The Methodist Church in Marion Center, where she served for 43 years as the financial...
Edward R. Ferrier
May 8, 2025
Edward Ronald Ferrier, 72, of Indiana, PA passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at Beacon Ridge, Indiana, PA.
The son of Elmer A. and Ruth I. (Waddle) Ferrier, he was born on August 15, 1952, in Indiana, PA.
Edward was a graduate of Blairsville High School, Class of 1971 and was a member of Crossroads Community Church, Blairsville.
He worked at IUP...
Tracey E. Stewart
May 4, 2025
Tracey Elaine (Johnson) Stewart, 65, of Greensburg, PA, died on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at Independence Health System Westmoreland Hospital, Greensburg, PA.
The daughter of Benjamin and Mary (Moore) Johnson, she was born on April 27, 1960, in Kansas City, MO.
Tracey attended Washington High School, Los Angeles, CA.
She enjoyed cooking, crocheting and decorating.
Surviving are her five children, Henry Stewart (Becky) of...
Tammy W. Branan
Apr 30, 2025
Tammy W. (Fulmer) Branan, 54, of Homer City, passed away Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh.
A daughter of the late Joseph K. and Margaret Edith (Ferguson) Fulmer, she was born March 4, 1971, in Indiana.
Tammy was a 1989 graduate of Purchase Line High School. She worked in administration in the health care industry. Tammy was a member...
Gary L. Simmons
Apr 29, 2025
Gary Lee Simmons, 73, of Blairsville, PA passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at Lynn Haven Personal Care Home, Black Lick, PA.
The son of Charles L. and Mary L. (Grove) Simmons, he was born weighing 1.5 lbs. on January 14, 1952, in Detroit, MI. He was affectionately named “Tom Thumb” by the nurses who cared for him at the...
Billy G. Fridley
Apr 28, 2025
Billy Gerald Fridley, 78, of Blairsville, passed away at home on Monday April 28, 2025, due to complications from Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson’s Disease. He was surrounded by loving family and friends as he departed this life and entered into eternal glory.
He was born Jan. 21, 1947, to Calvin William Fridley and Virginia Marie Stewart in Starford. He was...
Harry C. McCreary
Apr 25, 2025
Harry Clay McCreary, of St. Petersburg, FL, died on Friday, April 25, 2025, in Indiana, PA, of natural causes, at age 98.
He was born in Indiana, PA, and lived there for most of his working lifetime. After graduating from Valley Forge Military Academy in 1945, he served in the US Army in Italy with the 88th Infantry Division. He then...
Betty Rae Sheehan
Apr 24, 2025
Betty Rae Sheehan, 90, of Blairsville, PA (formerly of Johnstown) passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025, in the Communities at Indian Haven, Indiana, PA.
The daughter of Edgar R. and Zelda P. (Boring) Sheehan, she was born February 4, 1935, in Johnstown, PA.
Betty Rae graduated from Johnstown High School, Class of 1953 and worked for Johnstown Bank & Trust for...
Theresa Jean Leonard
Apr 18, 2025
Theresa Jean (Bertolino) Leonard, 92, of Blairsville, PA, died on Friday, April 18, 2025, in the Communities at Indian Haven, Indiana, PA.
The daughter of Robert and Angeline (Tedeski) Bertolino, she was born on June 11, 1932, in Heshbon, PA.
Jean was a member of the Historical Society of the Blairsville Area, and she enjoyed spending time with family, especially her great...
Mary Louise "Mary Lou" Ganoe
Apr 16, 2025
Mary Louise “Mary Lou” or “Louie” (Graham) Ganoe, 94, of Brush Valley, passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at Heritage Grove.
A daughter of the late John H. and Hazel (Blackley) Graham, she was born March 1, 1931, in Brush Valley. Mary was a homemaker and a member of the Gospel Community Church. She absolutely loved her grandchildren. Mary enjoyed baking,...
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