Obituaries

Harry C. McCreary

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...

Theresa Jean Leonard

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

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,...

H. Jane Richards

H. Jane Richards

Apr 16, 2025

H. Jane Richards, 92, of Derry passed away on April 16, 2025 in Latrobe, PA. The daughter of Frank and Tillie Howard, she was born on June 6, 1932 in Blacklick Township (Indiana County, PA) She graduated from Blairsville High School and began working at Torrance State Hospital until her marriage to Paul Richards on September 7, 1956. She was...

Audrey B. Widmer

Audrey B. Widmer

Apr 13, 2025

Audrey B. Widmer, 83, of Indiana, passed away Sunday, April, 13, 2025, at Indiana Regional Medical Center. She was born in Trafford, to the late Robert and Marion Henderson.

Audrey graduated from Trafford High School and from Burroughs Business School. Following graduation, Audrey worked for McKesson Drug Company. She attended Trinity United Methodist Church and was a member of the F.O.E....

Gertrude M. Pezzoni

Gertrude M. Pezzoni

Apr 11, 2025

Gertrude Mae (Lengel) Pezzoni, 92, of Brenizer, PA passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025, in Concordia at Weatherwood, Greensburg, PA.

The daughter of William R. and Lula I. (Zimmerman) Lengel, she was born January 5, 1933, in Pine Grove Twp., PA.

Gertrude was a member of the Hebron Lutheran Church, Blairsville, and Hilltop Quilters.

She graduated from Pine Grove High School, Class...

Nancy A. Baker

Nancy A. Baker

Apr 10, 2025

Nancy Ann (Boyle) Baker, 91, of Blairsville, PA passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025, in Kane Community Living Center, Pittsburgh, PA.

The daughter of Michael E. and Catherine (Kirby) Boyle, she was born May 13, 1933, in Derry, PA.

Nancy was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Derry.

She loved her animals, especially her dog, Sammy, reading and working on puzzles.

Surviving...

Ryanon J. Fitzpatrick

Ryanon J. Fitzpatrick

Apr 8, 2025

Ryanon Joy Fitzpatrck, 45, of Clarksburg, PA (Conemaugh Twp.) passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025.

The daughter of Richard Fitzpatrick and Cheryl (Sommers) Galey, she was born September 20, 1979, in Pittsburgh, PA.

Ryanon was a graduate of Riverview High School, Class of 1997.

She was a great homemaker and took wonderful care of her many animals.

Surviving is her father, Richard Fitzpatrick...

Colleen Jo Jerto

Colleen Jo Jerto

Apr 8, 2025

Colleen Jo Jerto, 75, of Lower Burrell, formerly of Aultman, peacefully passed away at home on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.

A daughter of the late Joseph E. and Agnes E. (Ruddock) Jerto, she was born Sept. 30, 1949, in Indiana. She was a beloved sister, mother and Grammy.

Colleen was a 1967 graduate of Homer Center...

Sandra "Sandy" Lee Riddle

Sandra "Sandy" Lee Riddle

Apr 6, 2025

Sandra “Sandy” Lee (Smith) Riddle, 82, of Indiana, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2025, at her home.

A daughter of the late Lloyd and Loraine (Oldham) Smith, she was born Sept. 10, 1942, in New Kensington.

Sandy was retired from the Food Service/Hospitality industry. She was loved by all and was a mother to many. Her family was her greatest joy in...

Marissa B. Konrad

Marissa B. Konrad

Apr 4, 2025

Marissa Belle Konrad, 27, of West View, PA passed away on Friday, April 4, 2025, in UPMC Montefiore, Pittsburgh, PA.

The daughter of Ryan Konrad and Julie A. (Cobes) and Richard Lewis, she was born July 28, 1997, in Pittsburgh, PA.

Marissa is a graduate of Greensburg Salem High School, Class of 2016 and a graduate of CCAC with an associate’s degree...

Mary Ellen Miller

Mary Ellen Miller

Apr 4, 2025

Mary Ellen (Duncan) Miller, 92, of Black Lick, PA passed away on Friday, April 4, 2025, in Lynn Haven Personal Care Home, Black Lick, PA.

The daughter of Arthur and Vernie (Howard) Duncan, she was born April 14, 1932, in Black Lick, PA.

Mary Ellen worked as a seamstress at Fours Co., Blairsville until her retirement.

She loved going to yard sales and...

Rita P. Schloder

Rita P. Schloder

Apr 4, 2025

Rita P. Schloder, of Indiana, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, April 4 at Heritage Grove in Indiana at the age of 81. Born in Winber, PA on October 5, 1943 she was the daughter of the late Lois E. (Hitechew) and Frank W. Pizer, Sr. She was the loving wife of the late Harry E. Schloder,...

Charles "Chuck" A. Lucas, III

Charles "Chuck" A. Lucas, III

Apr 2, 2025

Charles “Chuck” Alex Lucas, III, 80, of Murrells Inlet, S.C., formerly of Blairsville, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at the Grand Strand Medical Center, Myrtle Beach, S.C.

The son of Charles Alex Lucas, II and Irene F. (Fedor) Lucas, he was born on May 11, 1944, in McIntyre.

Chuck was a graduate of Elders Ridge High School, Class of 1962,...

Beverly J. Butterworth

Beverly J. Butterworth

Mar 31, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Beverly Jane (Rummel) Butterworth, 81, a woman whose life was dedicated to her family and friends.

Born on July 10, 1943 to the late Sylvester and Ethel Belle (Thompson) Rummel, Bev leaves behind a legacy of kindness, strength and a spirit that touched every life she encountered.

Bev was a devoted...

Barbara Joanne Moffa

Barbara Joanne Moffa

Mar 27, 2025

Barbara Joanne (Glieco) Moffa, 88, of Blairsville, PA passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025, in Indiana Regional Medical Center, Indiana, PA.

The daughter of Fiori Glieco and Argie (Gasbarro) Glieco Bellini, she was born April 18, 1936, in Columbus, OH.

Joanne graduated from Blairsville High School, Class of 1954 and was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Derry.

In Joanne’s spare...

Arthur "Butch" J. Lockard Sr.

Arthur "Butch" J. Lockard Sr.

Mar 15, 2025

Arthur “Butch” James Lockard, Sr., 76, of Saltsburg, passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025, in Indiana.

A son of the late Alfred M. and Helen M. (Johns) Lockard, he was born Aug. 7, 1948, in White Station. In 1985, Butch followed his calling into the ministry, where he served his Lord and pastored his congregation for 40 years. Following his retirement,...

James E. Rittenour, Jr.

James E. Rittenour, Jr.

Mar 15, 2025

James “Jim” Edward Rittenour, Jr., 67, of Clarksburg, PA (Conemaugh Twp.), passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family.

The son of James E. Rittenour, Sr. and Margaret (Ashcroft) Rittenour of Forbes Road, he was born March 8, 1958, in McKeesport, PA.

Jim drove asphalt trucks most of his life for numerous companies and most...

Denise R. Marcinick

Denise R. Marcinick

Mar 14, 2025

Denise Rae Marcinick, 41, of Torrance, PA (formerly Reading) passed away on Friday, March 14, 2025, Independence Health System Latrobe Hospital, Latrobe, PA.

The daughter of Dennis R. Marcinick and Delores A. McLaughlin, she was born February 26, 1984, in Reading, PA.

Denise attended Daniel Boone High School, Birdsboro.

Surviving is her son, Ryan Marcinick of Wernersville; two sisters, Stacy Sawyer of North...

Robert "Bob" Clyde Jobe, Jr.

Robert "Bob" Clyde Jobe, Jr.

Mar 14, 2025

Robert “Bob” Clyde Jobe, Jr., 84, of Indiana, passed away Friday, March 14, 2025, surrounded by his family.

A son of the late Robert C. and Lois (Raybauld) Jobe, Sr., he was born Dec. 27, 1940, in Indiana.

For 38 years, Bob worked as a lineman for REA. He was also known as “Snoop” by his friends at work, one being Ray...