Marlene Acker
, Pennsylvania
September 25, 2026
Marlene R. Acker, 91, of Somerset, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2026. She is a daughter of the late Jere and Naomi (Stombaugh) Long. Marlene is also preceded in death by her husband, Wesley Acker; daughter, Rita Ash; grandson, Caleb; and numerous siblings. She is survived by her loving children, Wade (Peggy) Acker, Charlene (Steve) Sredy and Terry (Tina) Acker; grandchildren, Ariana (Gabriel) Torres, Naomi Acker, Madison Acker, Erica Miller, Olivia (Chris) Swihura, Brady McVicker and Katie (Tony) Lenzi; great-grandchildren, Gage and Lia Ross and Lyla and Mattix. Marlene is also survived by sister, Nina Kay (Ken) Stoltz; and many loving nieces and nephews. Marlene was a family oriented woman who loved spending time and caring for her grandchildren. She loved everything Christmas and especially loved the Hallmark Channel. Marlene enjoyed attending her children’s football games and will be remembered for her presence in the stands with a cowbell.…
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Dr. Salvatore Lanasa
, Pennsylvania
September 26, 2026
Dr. Salvatore LaNasa, 70, of Somerset, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on September 27, 2026. Born on February 13, 1956 in Cerda, Sicily, to the late Giuseppe and Concetta (Panzica) LaNasa. Salvatore is survived by his loving wife of 15 years, Cheryl Edwards LaNasa; children, Emilia, Salvatore Matteo and Enzo LaNasa, Concetta (Ben) Hall, Joseph LaNasa and Ian Stewart; beloved granddaughter, Chloe Hall; siblings, Ignazio, Maria, Rosolino, Loretina and Saverio; and many loving nieces and nephews. Salvatore dedicated his life to helping, caring and serving others. His remarkable journey began in the small town of Cerda, Sicily where Salvatore was born into a hardworking family with little education and modest means. At a tender age, Salvatore was observed to be an exceptional and intelligent child with great potential. That potential did not go unnoticed by his priest, Don Calogero La Placa, who enrolled Salvatore in his school for gifted children, Il…
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Steven Brant
, Pennsylvania
September 26, 2026
Steven Elwood Brant, 70, of Stoystown, passed away on September 27, 2026. He is a son of the late Elwood John Brant and Ruth Odelia (Deeter) Martin. Steven is survived by his wife of 12 years, Edna Brant; children, Jennifer Brant, Jessica (Michael) Show; step-children, Aidan St. Clair, Neil St. Clair and Sarah St. Clair; and grandchildren, Sydney (Russell) Countryman, Abigail Show, Samantha Smith and Luke Show. He is also survived by siblings, Dennis Brant, Michael (Kaylyn) Brant, Melody (James) Hemminger and Mark (Lisa) Crissey. Steven proudly served his country in the United States Army as a medic from 1976 to 1980. At Steven’s request, all services will be private. Arrangements by MILLER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY of Somerset. Online condolences may be expressed at millerfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
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James Tuck
, Pennsylvania
October 2, 2026
James Patrick Tuck (Jimmy) 59, formerly of Salisbury, passed away at his residence in Somerset, Pennsylvania on October 3, 2026. He was born March 20,1967 in District Heights Maryland, son of the late Ollie and Juanita (Brant) Tuck. Jimmy is survived by his daughter, Hanna (Shane) Riley; his brother, Michael (Sharon) Tuck; their two children, Brandon Tuck and Shana Brown (Nick); and his great-niece and nephews Ella, Ethan and Nick. He worked at Bowman Surveying most of his career and in later years, joined the team at Closetmaid. He enjoyed taking long walks through nature, visiting friends and making people laugh wherever life took him. James leaves behind numerous friends considered family from his adventures over his lifetime. In accordance with his wishes, cremation will take place. A private service may be organized at a later date for family and friends to attend in remembrance of his life. Arrangements by…
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Christina M. Fleegle
, Pennsylvania
January 20, 1979 — October 9, 2026
Christina M. Fleegle (Shaffer), 47, of Somerset, passed away on October 10, 2026, at her home. Born on January 21, 1979, in Somerset, she was the eldest daughter of the late Gary and Alpharetta Shaffer (Gastley). She is survived by her beloved partner, Michael Stephens; her children, Skylynn Fleegle and Moxon Fleegle, both of Somerset, and Shyann Shaffer of Colorado Springs, Colorado; her grandchildren, Jacob Mardis, Anali LaJudice, Carmen Durbin, Liza Mardis, Rose Mardis and Scott (Dallen) Durbin; and her siblings, Jonathan Shaffer of Garrett and Rebecca Friedline of Pittsburgh. Christina had a truly loving heart. Her door was always open to friends and family, and she cherished her wonderful colleagues at Mobile Solids Solutions. Friends and family will be received at MILLER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY of Somerset on Thursday, October 15, 2026 from 2 pm to 4 pm and 6 pm to 8 pm and again on Friday,…
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Judy Di Pasquale
, Pennsylvania
October 10, 2026
Judy Ann DiPasquale 74 of Meyersdale passed away peacefully on October 11 2026 at her home surrounded by family. Preceded in death by her parents son Stephen "Stevie" DiPasquale brother William Thompson an infant brother sister Tammy Thompson and special aunt and uncle who helped raise her Delores and Clyde Gray. Judy is survived by her loving family her husband of 55 years L. Fred DiPasquale sons Fred J. and his wife Susan Kretchman of Meyersdale Nicholas and Alissa Glotfelty and Anthony W. and wife Candice Custer of Meyersdale grandchildren Sarah Adam Nathan Christopher and Alexander. She is also survived by nieces and nephews Brian Michael Jess Angela Kristen and Hunter. Graduate of Meyersdale Area High School and she was employed by the Central Information Agency in Washington D.C. before returning to Meyersdale and starting her family. Judy was a member of SS. Philip James Catholic Church where she served…
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Kenneth Wolf Jr
, Pennsylvania
October 9, 2026
Kenneth W. Wolf Jr. affectionately known to family and friends as "Dutch" or "Wolfie" passed away on October 10 2026 at the age of 60. Born on May 14 1966 in McKeesport Pennsylvania Ken later made his home in Salisbury Pennsylvania where he built a life centered around family friendship and the people he loved most. In the early 2000s he owned Slammerz in Meyersdale and later worked for Teamsters Local 570 and Local 453. Ken was truly the life of the party and never passed up an opportunity to have a good time. He was fiercely loyal to his friends and found great joy in bringing people together often hosting cookouts that became gatherings filled with laughter stories and lasting memories. Blessed with a contagious laugh and a largerthanlife personality Ken brought energy and warmth wherever he went. When Wolfie was around fun was never far behind. An avid…
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