Josephine Marafka
, Pennsylvania
Josephine A. JoAnn Josie Danilowicz Marafka 85 of Iselin PA passed away with her daughters by her side on Saturday May 9 2026 at St. Andrews Village in Indiana PA. She was born April 211941 in Latrobe PA the daughter of Henry J. and Helen Sikora Danilowicz. JoAnn grew up in the small PA coal mining towns of White Station and Moween. She was a 1959 graduate of Saltsburg High School where she played basketball as a guard throughout her sophomore to senior years. She was a member of the G.A.A. Girls Athletic Association and served as secretary in her sophomore year. JoAnn and her girlfriends enjoyed going to local dances the movie theater and the bowling alley in Saltsburg. After graduating high school JoAnn worked at Jiffy Steak Co. in Saltsburg then at Robertshaw Controls Co. in Indiana until she married the love of her life John S. Marafka…
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Helen Mae Craig
, Pennsylvania
Helen Mae S. Craig 94 of Natrona Heights passed away peacefully on Mothers Day Sunday May 10th at her home surrounded by her loved ones. Helen was born on July 20 1931 in the Kinloch section of Lower Burrell a beloved daughter of the late Gabriel and Sophie Sakmar Cendra. She was the devoted wife of Lawrence E. Craig who was killed in a mining accident in 1987. Following this loss Helen exemplified strength resilience and independence throughout the remainder of her life. She was employed at Schenley Distillery earlier in her working years and later worked in the credit department at Montgomery Ward. Helen was a member of Evangel Heights Church in Sarver. She was also a proud member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary in Tarentum the Freeport VFW Eagles and the White Star. In her free time Helen enjoyed bingo traveling and playing cards activities that brought her…
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Robert Q. Southworth
, Pennsylvania
Robert Q. Southworth 59 of Ford City passed away Saturday May 16 2026 in his home surrounded by the love of his family. Born July 21 1966 in Louisville KY he was a son of the late Gary E. and Mary Jo Benner Southworth. He loved working on cars riding his motorcycle mowing grass hanging out with friends and family in his garage and driving especially to find unique diners and restaurants. He was an avid animal lover and enjoyed his Jeeps. Family was of utmost importance in his life. Bob loved his family and his dog Candy and he especially enjoyed vacationing with his grandkids. Bob is survived by his wife Andrea Heilman Southworth whom he married on June 30 1990 his children Melissa Chris Ireland of Gibsonia Amanda Dan Dickens of Dormont and Andrew Rosol of Ford City his grandchildren Isaac Danny and Eve his sister Sharon David…
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Thomas Robertson
, Pennsylvania
Thomas Frank Robertson Sr. 78 of Kittanning Pennsylvania lovingly known as Pap passed away surrounded by his family. He is survived by his beloved wife Barbara his children Dawn Bruce Tommy Jr. Bonnie and Frank Nancy his grandchildren Tai Fred Travis Tashina Jeremy Sam William and Emma Curt his greatgrandchildren Eleania Elijah Paityn Jon Everly and Jemma and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Lois Fisher Robertson and Richard C. Robertson his brother John Robertson and several beloved brothers and sistersinlaw. Thomas was a Vietnam veteran retired respiratory therapist and was known for his playful personality his love of taking scenic short cuts and his ability to fix just about anythingoften with a little Gorilla Glue. He enjoyed lifes simple pleasures including riding his mower and spending time with those he loved always with a Diet Coke nearby. He will be remembered for his…
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Roxann Chestnut
, Pennsylvania
September 2, 2025
Roxann Hershberger Chestnut 78 went home to be with her husband Cliff on Wednesday May 13 2026 at ACMH after a hard fought battle with heart failure kidney disease pneumonia and ARDS. She has had many challenges and changes in her life especially since Cliff passed on September 3 2025. She was currently living at Rivercliff Terrace Personel Care Home. Roxie is the daughter of Carl and Helen Jones Hershberger and was born on November 9 1947. Surviving is her sister Amy John Williamson brothers Gregg Pam Hershberger and Scott Karen Hershberger and numerous nephews nieces and great nephews and nieces and many many friends. In her more able years she was known for her brownies and summertime cookies and her need to give things away. Viewing will be held on Friday May 15 2026 from 11 a.m. untiltime of funeral service at 12 p.m. at SnyderCrissman Funeral Home 200…
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Harry Shaeffer
, Pennsylvania
May 6, 2026
Harry J. Shaeffer of Florida formerly of Kittanning died May 7 2026. He was born in Armstrong County to Michael R. Sr. and Ada Householder Shaeffer and was twin brother to Michael R. Shaeffer Jr. He graduated from Ford City High School in 1971. Upon graduating he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. Returning from the Navy he gained employment at the Mushroom Mines in Worthington. He retired after 25 years of dedicated service. His love of cooking instilled in him to opening his own restaurant and operated on Route 66 at Kiddieland which was owned by his Aunt Pat Staley. The restaurant was in the front and an ice cream stand was on the side. Harry and his mother cooked their special recipes for the family. They spent many an hour making hundred of batches of hardtack candy and chocolate candies from the time consuming molds which turned into a…
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William Spencer
, Pennsylvania
William E. Spencer of Worthington went peacefully during the night in Concordia at Cabot on May 12 2026. Bill was born May 31 1928 in Ford City to William and Ruby Hoover Spencer. Bill served in the U.S. Navy. After the Navy he worked at the AP in Ford City then he worked at PPG in Ford City and Carlisle where he retired. He moved back to Worthington after retirement. He loved mowing his grass eating out and watching YouTube on T.V. Bill married Peggy Foster and had one daughter Christine Alan Bowser. He has one grandson Jason Holly Bowser. After Peggys death he married Bernie TirpakTate and has her children as stepchildren Joseph Valerie Tate Peter Melanie Tate and soninlaw Dale Ferrone. Bill has one surviving sister Deloris Nulph. He has a number of stepgrandchildren nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents stepdaughter Patricia TateFerrone…
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Thelma Gould
, Pennsylvania
Thelma L. Young Gould 97 of Kittanning passed away Tuesday May 13 2026 at Kittanning health and Rehab. She was born April 16 1929 in New Bethlehem to the late Aaron and Ernestine Bodenhorn Young. Thelma was a member of Grace Brethren Church in West Kittanning. She enjoyed walking with her friends. Thelma loved planting flowers and spending time with family. She volunteered at ACMH Hospital in the gift shop. She is survived by a daughter Brenda Tom Tarr of Kittanning and a son Jim Ruthie Gould of Lynchburg Virginia 11 grandchildren 10 greatgrandchildren and 4 greatgreatgrandchildren. Thelma was preceded in death by her parents Aaron ad Ernestine Young husband James A. Gould 4 brothers and 2 sisters. Friends will be received on Tuesday May 19 2026 at the SnyderCrissman Funeral Home in Kittanning from 100 p.m. until the time of a funeral service at 300 P.M. with Pastor Larry…
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Patty Bowser
, Pennsylvania
Patty Ann Bevington Bowser 89 of Kittanning passed away Wednesday May 13 2026 at Quality Life Services Sugarcreek. She was born April 7 1937 in Kittanning to the late John and Jessie McKelvey Bevington. Patty previously worked in the pack house at Moonlight Mushrooms in Worthington. She was a member of the Union Avenue United Methodist Church in Kittanning and a member of Kittanning Hose Company 6 Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed taking care of her flowers in her flower garden. She is survived by her three children Randy Cindy Bowser Tim Wendy Bowser and Diane Walker grandchildren Christopher Nicole Bowser Kayla Vinnie BowserGaines Seth Cait Walker Zach Paula Walker Jacob Walker Larry Amanda Hicks and Jessica Hicks greatgrandchildren Kamille Bowser Kinsley Walker Briley Walker Adam Englert Wesley Everett and Kaylee Hicks Ashlynn Hicks Lauren Bowser and Michael Bowser Jr. sister Margaret Say and sisterinlaw Vivian Bowser. Patty was preceded in…
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Jr. Robert W. "Bob" Shoop
, Pennsylvania
Robert W. “Bob” Shoop, Jr., of North Apollo, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026 at home.Born on March 9, 1928 in Vandergrift, he was a son of the late Robert W. & Josephine (Shepler) Shoop. He married the love of his life, Harriet, on July 18, 1948.Bob was a 1946 graduate of Vandergrift High School. He served in the United States Army from 1946-1952 including his overseas service during the Korean War. He was active in his church, First Lutheran Church, Vandergrift until its closing. Bob was also a member of the American Legion Post #114, The Elks #386, and the Eagles Club.Bob worked as a scheduler for Allegheny Ludlum – Leechburg before retiring in 1990. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed traveling extensively with his wife both in the United States and abroad.In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Harriet (Holm)…
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Hattie R. Fulton Johnson
, Pennsylvania
January 15, 2016
Hattie R. (Fulton) Johnson, 76, of Kittanning, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2026 in Kadima Rehabilitation and Nursing – Jackson Township, Butler, PA.Born on June 13, 1949 in Natrona Heights, she was a daughter of the late Robert L. & Delores R. (Hardwick) Fulton.Hattie was a 1969 graduate of Kiski Area High School. She worked at Big Lots as a stocker before her retirement in the 90s.Hattie liked playing cards, completing word search puzzles, taking care of her dogs and horses, and spending time outdoors, whether enjoying a picnic or camping in Cook’s Forest.In addition to her parents, Hattie was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Johnson, who passed away on January 16, 2016.Hattie is survived by her son, Ralph L. (Amanda) Johnson of Kittanning; her daughter, Delores Johnson-Huber of Pittsburgh; her niece, Tracey Vick of North Carolina; her nephews, Randy and Rob Scott of Apollo; her grandchildren,…
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Sr. Nick Davis
, Pennsylvania
Nick Davis, Sr., 91, of Saltsburg, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026 in his home.Born on October 29, 1934 in Forbes Road, PA, he was a son of the late Charles Sr. & Julia Revi (Davidovich) Davis.Nick was employed by US Steel, working various jobs, including working as a welder at the McKeesport location, before retiring in 1988. His prior job was a supervisor at the former Jiffy Steak. Nick also served our country with the United States Army, Private First Class during the Korean Conflict from June 1957 until May 1959.Nick enjoyed growing and selling corn, metal detecting, hunting, fishing, and being with his family.In addition to his parents, Nick was preceded in death by his brothers, Charles Jr., Andrew, John, Paul, and George “Bluie” Davis; and his sisters, Katherine Voyton, Betty Weible, Helen Seich, and Mary Fetterman.Nick is survived by his wife of 64 years, Mary Ann…
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Michelle D. Clever
, Pennsylvania
Michelle Dori Clever, 69, of Apollo, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026 in AHN – Forbes Regional Hospital, Monroeville, PA.Born on January 30, 1957, in Braddock, she was the daughter of the late Linda Jane Clever.Michelle was a graduate of Kiski Area High School. She then earned her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Pittsburgh.Michelle worked for the University of Pittsburgh as a Resident Advisor.Michelle had a great love for animals, especially cats. She enjoyed cooking for her family and loved gardening as well.In addition to her mother, Michelle was preceded in death by her fiancé, Joe Czolnik; and her cat, Domino.Michelle is survived by her cousins, Sylvia M. Thompson, James P. Moglia, Judith M. and Thomas Schmude, and Matthew R. Schmude, all of Apollo; her second cousin, Julie M. (Chris) Prykull of New York; her sister-in-law, Lucy Czolnik of Des Moines, IA; her friend, Anna Czolnik of Aliquippa;…
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Mark A. Morgan
, Pennsylvania
Mark A. Morgan, 57, of Apollo, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 16, 2026.Born on October 9, 1968, in Jeannette, Mark was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose life was defined by love for his family and faith.Mark was a graduate of Jeannette High School and dedicated many years to his career as a truck driver before retirement.Mark enjoyed working in his garage and spending time with his dog, Lucy. He cherished time spent with loved ones, shared laughter and kindness freely, and leaves a legacy of warmth, generosity, and steady devotion.Mark had a heart for people and shared his kindness through countless conversations that made others feel welcome and valued. He was always quick to help those in need and treated everyone with genuine respect.Mark was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde & Mary Ann (Keene) Morgan; his brothers, Calvin and…
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