The Obituary Section

Nancy L. Bond Leight Bishop

, Pennsylvania

July 22, 2026

Nancy L. Bond Leight Bishop age 92 of Geneva New York formerly of Evans City passed away July 23 2026 at her residence. Born in Beaver Falls March 2 1934 she was the daughter of the late Henry F.A. and Lula Hite Bond. Nancy loved gardening and watching birds especially Hummingbirds but most of all she loved family gatherings. Nancy is survived by her husband Thomas G. Bishop one daughter Debra Allan Welt of Lyons NY one son Mark Linda Leight of Phelps NY one sister Virginia Kaltenbach of Evans City one brother William Bond of Pittsford NY two grandchildren Samantha Richichi and Jonathon Bekah Leight also nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her first husband Harry O. Leight two sisters Charlotte English and Naomi Lazuka and one brother Floyd Bond. A graveside service was held at 1100 A.M. Thursday August 20 2026 in Greenlawn Burial Estates…

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Norma Barger

, Pennsylvania

Norma grew up in Glenshaw with six siblings. As former member of Nixon Methodist Church and a Christian "her most cherished commitment" was being a prayer partner for Cornerstone Television for 25 years. Some of her defining attributes were joy kindness and loving others. She volunteered as a friendly visitor for Area Agency for the Aging and at Butler Memorial Hospital. She was also a member of Saxonburg Womens Club. Norma worked as a floral designer enjoyed painting sewing upholstering wedding decorating Christmas decorating and landscape design. Christmas was her favorite time of the year She enjoyed card club with DEAR friends and years of game nights at her home also with many dear friends. She was preceded in death by her dear husband William J. Barger a daughter Luanne Kobet her grandson Christopher Wright one brother Robert J. Stewart her sisters Betty Mueller Vi Lardin Fran DeWittand Carol Mason.…

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Francine German

, Pennsylvania

August 17, 2026

Francine LaVerne German 79 of Stow OH formerly of Saxonburg passed away on August 18 2026 Born September 10 1946 in Natrona Heights she was the daughter of Joseph Merlo and Pearl E. Jones Merlo Francine had worked as a Surgery Assistant for Allegheny Valley Hospital and also as a Nanny. She was a member of Center United Methodist Church. Francines greatest love was taking care of her grandchildren. Surviving are her husband George F. German Jr. whom she married September 18 1965 her daughter Rhonda L. Jason Larimore of Stow OH one brother Evan R. Debbie Merlo of Natrona PA one sister Roxanne Gary Schiele and two grandchildren Dylan Michelle and Emilee. She is preceded in death by her parents her daughter Dawn R. German and two brothers Greg Merlo and Joseph J. Merlo. Friends will be received on Friday August 21 2026 from 1100 am 100 pm at…

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Linda Faltenovich

, Pennsylvania

Linda L. Faltenovich age 74 of Zelienople formerly of Mars and North Hills passed away on Saturday morning August 8 2026 at Passavant Retirement Community with her family by her side. Born in Pittsburgh PA on November 11 1951 she was the daughter of Mary Smith Barkus and the late Robert Barkus. Linda had worked as a nurse at several locations in the area including St. John Specialty Care Center and Pittsburgh Rehab in Monroeville. Surviving are a daughter Megan Becker Adam of Valencia a son William Faltenovich Margaret of Baden her grandchildren Haley and Peyton Faltenovich and Joshua Becker her mother Mary Barkus of Mars three brothers Robert Barkus Jr. of Butler Gary Barkus Janet of Valencia and Matthew Barkus of Mars three sisters Daina Morrow Stan of Pittsburgh Marianne Sullivan Mike of Cranberry Twp. and Jacquelyn Holmes Daric of Seven Fields and nieces and nephews. She was preceded…

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Jr. Karl Hoak

, Pennsylvania

Karl G. Hoak Jr. age 79 of Adams Twp formerly of McCandless Twp. passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday afternoon August 16 2026. Karl is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years Penny L. Gray Hoak his daughter Kimberly Hollern Phil his two granddaughters Karlie McGinnis Connor and Taylor Hollern his siblings Kathy Knochel Marty and James Hoak Heather and by nieces and nephews. A graduate of LaRoche University Karl retired after 45 years with Valspar as Director of Purchasing. He love golf and was a member of Diamond Run Golf Club for 27 years. Karl and Penny regularly attended Northway Christian Community for church. Friends will be received at the McDonaldAeberli Funeral Home Inc. 238 Crowe Ave. Mars PA on Wednesday August 19 2026 from 24 68. Burial will be in Mars Cemetery Adams Twp. PA. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to…

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Betty Nakhjovani

, Pennsylvania

Betty Cooper Nakhjovani was peacefully gathered to her people July 20 2026 a few days short of her 92nd birthday. She was born and raised in Mars the daughter of Raymond and Helen but lived in some farflung places during her life most recently the last 18 years in Littleton CO. Betty loved to read sing in choirs and watch any type of sporting event on the television preferably with a cat or dog on her lap. Her enthusiasm and point of view being well known by all around her. Betty lived showing loyalty devotion and resilience and a knowledge that the right thing is just what one did. Betty is survived by her son David Kelsey of Colorado and was preceded in death by her husband Saied and her sister Dorothy. Interment will be at Mars cemetery where Betty said she would take her place between her husband and…

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Robert G. "Bob" Schriner

, Pennsylvania

Robert George Bob Schriner of Valencia PA died unexpectedly on August 10 2026. Born on July 11 1942 to Leslie James and Harriet Helen Carley Schriner Bob was raised on a farm in Hopewell Township with his six siblings. He was preceded in death by his parents his first wife Patricia Schriner and his six siblings. He is survived by his wife Dr. Lynn George Schriner and his five children and their spouses Scott Schriner Christopher Andrea Schriner. Hillary Ryan Morgan Zachary Jaime Ryan and Seth Marie Ryan. He was the beloved grandfather of ten grandchildren Andrew Schriner Lauren Schriner Adam Schriner Evan Schriner Samantha Morgan Flynn Morgan Parker Ryan Magnolia Ryan Emelia Ryan and Samuel Ryan. Bob was most joyful when he was with his family. He was a graduate of Hopewell High School and served in the Navy aboard the aircraft carrier Oriskany in the Tonkin Gulf during…

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Glenn Jeffries

, Pennsylvania

Glenn A. Jeffries 91 of Mars PA passed away peacefully on August 18 2026 at Concordia of Cranberry Mars surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 22 1934 in Blairsville PA the son of the late Albert J. and Mary E. Lowry Jeffries. It was also in Blairsville in 1955 where he met the love of his life Gayle M. Millen Jeffries a then 19yearold nursing student from West Lebanon PA. They married in 1956 and spent a blessed happy lifetime of 61 years together before she preceded him in death in 2017. Glenn was also preceded in death by his three sisters Lois Jeffries Lore J. Claire Jeffries and Thelma Jeffries Bortner. He is survived by his two sons Gary A. Jeffries Marianne of Moon Township PA and Gene A. Jeffries Susan of Saltsburg PA four grandchildren Andrea M. ODonnell Joseph of Moon Township Mark A.…

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J. Marlene Edwards

, Pennsylvania

J. Marlene Edwards91 of Mars died Wednesday August 12th at St. John Specialty Care Center. Born in Marson June 21 1935 she was the daughter of Nelson L and Cleola McCandless McDonald. She was also a member of Mars United PresbyterianChurch Womens Club of Mars Mars American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and Silver Sneakers at Penn Mar Plaza. Surviving are her 2 daughters LuAnn Housekeeper and her husband Ray of Bruin and Kelly Frank of Lilburn Georgia a son Craig Edwards and his wife Diane of Valencia 9 grandchildren Chris Bastian Amy Muisiner Stori Caudill Kip Edwards Whitney Kunzler Shanna Rock Nick Frank Karsyn Frank and Cooper Frank also 20 great grandchildren and 6 greatgreat grandchildren. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Norman "Pete" Edwards her brother Gwendell F. "Corky" McDonald and her grandson M. Shane Bastian. Friends will be received at the McDonaldAeberli…

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Jerome J. "Jerry" Hornyak

, Pennsylvania

Jerome J. "Jerry" Hornyak age 92 of Middlesex Twp. Valencia passed away on Thursday morning August 6 2026 at Concordia of Cabot. Born on September 2 1933 in Valencia PA he was the son of the late Albert and Catherine Polena Hornyak. Jerry proudly served his country as a member of the Armys 82nd Airborne Division from 19531955. Following his military service he embarked on a distinguished career with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. Over the course of more than three decades Jerry rose through the ranks from laborer to operator and eventually into County and District Management roles. A devout Roman Catholic Jerrys faith was the cornerstone of his life. He was a member of St. Mark the Evangelist Parish at Holy Sepulcher Church and was a member of the Knights of Columbus there. He found joy and solace in his connection to his church and spiritual devotion. Jerry…

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Nancy Moore

, Pennsylvania

Nancy Lee Moore 89 of Valencia and formerly of Wexford passed away on Friday evening August 7 2026 with her family by her side. Born in Bellefonte PA on March 14 1937 she was the daughter of Lee and Eleanor Lucas. Nancy dedicated 35 years to art education beginning her career as an elementary art teacher for the Upper St. Clair School District and later retiring from North Allegheny where she taught at Espe Elementary and McKnight Elementary schools. She was a devoted member of the Mars Presbyterian Church and had previously served as a Deacon at the Mt. Pleasant Presbyterian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Moore Sr. as well as her parents Lee and Eleanor Lucas. She is survived by her son Robert Bob Moore Jr. and daughterinlaw Connie of Pittsford NY her granddaughters Sarah and Leah her sisterinlaw MaryAnn Moore and her nephew…

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Margaret "Marge" Banks

, Pennsylvania

Margaret "Marge" Butera Leach Banks age 88 of Cabot passed away on Monday morning August 3 2026 at West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born in Wilkinsburg on November 22 1937 she was the daughter of the late Dominic and Mary Cerra Butera. The family attended Mother of Good Counsel Parish where she attended elementary school. She graduated from Penn Hills High School in 1955. After Toms death in 1973 she and her children moved to Gibsonia PA. There she met and married Warren L. Banks. They blended together her six children and his four into one large family. Their children went on to the military various schools jobs and marriages. As empty nesters Marge and Warren moved to Middlesex Twp. where Warren died in 2005. After Warrens death volunteer work for Road to Recovery and Meals on Wheels were a joy for Marge. She also loved golf and after her…

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Richard Rowe

, Pennsylvania

Richard Rowe a devoted pastor faithful servant of Jesus Christ beloved husband father grandfather and greatgrandfather entered the presence of his Savior after a lifetime of faithful service. Richard was raised on a farm in Darlington Pennsylvania where the course of his life was forever changed at the age of ten. In a cow pasture on the family farm he gave his life to Jesus Christ. From that day forward his life was marked by an unwavering commitment to Christ. Growing up Richard balanced the demands of farm life with a deep love of learning. Whenever chores allowed he could be found with his nose in a book. Through determination and hard work he put himself through Covenant College and later Covenant Theological Seminary in St. Louis Missouri where he studied Classical Greek in preparation for a lifetime of faithfully teaching Gods Word. During his pastoral internship at Rocky Springs…

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