John Klejka
, Pennsylvania
John Klejka 75 of Mt. Pleasant Township passed away Friday August 14 2026 at his home. He was born on December 18 1950 in Mt. Pleasant a son of the late LaVerne C. Cieslak and Andrew S. Klaka. He was a member of the St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church Trauger. Prior to retirement he worked for many years at Keystone Concrete Pipe Company was the proprietor of Klejka Livestock Hauling and the Klejka Dairy Farm. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his stepdaughter Renaee Wyant his nephew David Klejka his sisterinlaw Barbara Klejka and his brothersinlaw Robert Lawrence and Richard Barchesky. John is survived by his wife Sharon Schmidt Klejka his daughters Christina Klejka Maria Fazekas Nathan Julia Cowan John and Annie Rudolph Brian his sons John Klejka Jr. Jacob Klejka and Andrew Klejka Nicole a stepson Donald Presock 17 grandchildren 2 greatgrandchildren his sisters…
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Judith A. Horrell
, Pennsylvania
Judith Judy A. Horrell of Fairfield PA formerly of Ligonier passed away on Tuesday August 11 2026 in Gettysburg. She was born December 12 1946 in Latrobe a daughter of the late Leslie Todd Shiffler II and Reba Himler Shiffler. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her beloved husband John W. Horrell Sr. her brother Leslie Todd Shiffler III and a sister Reba Shiffler. She is survived by her sister Peggy Clark Edgar two sons John Horrell Jr. Megan and Jim Horrell Kristin her grandchildren John III Katie Colleen Nathan Brianna Aislinn Grayson Kayla Lucas JC and Evan by her adopted grandchildren Wade and Evan Lamont and Amber Isbell her greatgrandchildren John IV Isla Matthew Asher Liam Ian Riven and Bellamy and by countless children whom she taught. She attended Latrobe High School and Waynesburg College where she earned her teaching degree. After graduating from…
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Sandra Kay Dickson
, Pennsylvania
Sandra Kay Street Dickson 78 of Greensburg formerly of Derry died Monday August 17 2026 at her home to be with her late husband of sixty years James J. Dickson. She was born November 6 1947 in Indiana a daughter of the late Bernard H. and Agnes T. Shick Street. In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by brothers Richard J. and Theodore M. Street. Sandra is survived by her two children Tami Lewis Nathan of Greensburg and Richard Dickson Darcie of Blairsville grandchildren whom she adored Dillon and Travis Lewis and Alex and Andrew Dickson siblings Bernard Street Kathy Randy Street Timothy Street Patrick Street Lora Lori Schall David Lisa Martelli Frank many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received Wednesday from 47 pm in the McCabe Funeral Home 300 W. Third Avenue Derry where her service will be conducted Thursday at 10 am.…
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Dr. Frank A. Zalakar
, Pennsylvania
Dr. Frank A. Zalakar DMD 72 of Greensburg died Saturday August 8 2026 at IHS Westmoreland Hospital. He was born June 7 1954 in Greensburg the son of the late Frank E. and Pauline L. Palcic Zalakar. Frank was a graduate of the Pitt dental school and had worked as a dentist with Katsur Dental for thirtytwo years. He was a sincere animal lover having donated much money over the years to animal causes trying to stop abuse providing care finding homes providing veterinarian costs and to stop the killing of animals. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his father in law Johnny D. Frank and his pet friends Cuddles Pokey Fritzy Artie Missy Alex Zeus and his special buddy Ziggy. He is survived by his loving wife of twentytwo years Doreen A. Frank Zalakar mother in law Bernice B.Kostelnik Frank of Luxor brother and…
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William W. Baber
, Pennsylvania
William Wilmer Baber II of Brookhill Farm in Stahlstown Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on August 1 2026 at the age of 95. He was surrounded by his family and close friends. Known to family and friends simply as Bill he was born on April 11 1931 in Richmond Virginia to Mary Mills Lewis Baber and William Wilmer Baber. He spent his earliest years in nearby Cartersville before his family settled in Howardsville Virginia close to his grandparents beloved farm Avon Hill. Those rural Virginia landscapes instilled in him a lifelong love of the land that would become one of the defining passions of his later years. Bill graduated from Scottsville High School in Scottsville Virginia before attending the Virginia Military Institute where he earned a degree in electrical engineering in 1957. During his college years he took a leave of absence to serve in the United States Marine Corps and…
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Charlotte Catherine Crowe
, Pennsylvania
Charlotte Catherine Crowe 96 of Derry passed away Sunday July 26 2026 at her home. She was born August 28 1929 in Derry Township a daughter of the late Jesse and Ella Lewis Brant. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her loving husband Howard Nathan Crowe and siblings Ivan Carl and Arthur Brant . She is survived by her loving son David Lee Crowe and his wife Margaret her sister Celia Hughes grandchildren David Nathan Crowe and his wife Rae Ann and Samuel Lee Crowe and his wife Kacey great grandchildren David Taylpr Nathan Lilly Mason Izabella and Gage. Be the first to share your favorite memory photo or story of Charlotte. This memorial page is dedicated for family friends and future generations to celebrate the life of their loved one. We ask on behalf of the family that you keep your comments uplifting and…
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Martha Locke
, Pennsylvania
Martha L. Locke 94 of Greensburg died Wednesday August 12 2026 in Mt. View Senior Care. She was born December 5 1931 in Bovard a daughter of the late Harry L. and Henrietta Saint Bair. She was a member of the Assembly of God Church Jeannette and was retired from Redstone Highlands. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by two brothers Donald and Harry Bair. She is survived by her children Richard R. Locke Jr. Maida and Linda S. Cowan Dan seven grandchildren twelve great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Services and interment are private. MasonGelder Funeral Home Inc. Jeannette PA entrusted with arrangements. To send online condolences visit www.masongelder.com.
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Dirk Cunningham
, Pennsylvania
Dirk L. Cunningham 68 of Greensburg died Monday August 17 2026 in Independence Health Westmoreland Hospital. He was born November 4 1957 in Greensburg a son of the late George L and Shirley Baughman Cunningham. Prior to retirement he was employed by Beckwith Machinery and was a member of Harrold Zion Lutheran Church. Dirk enjoyed traveling especially to NASCAR races Ocean City and Las Vegas was an avid Pirates fan a car enthusiast and enjoyed dinner with friends and live music. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his uncle Wes Baughman. He is survived by his wife Tracy Stewart Cunningham. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1100 AM in the MasonGelder Funeral Home Inc. 201 N. First St. Jeannette. Interment will be in Harrold Zion Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Harrold Zion Lutheran Church or Westmoreland County…
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Richard Beaver
, Pennsylvania
Richard E. Beaver 70 of Greensburg died Friday August 14 2026 in Westmoreland Hospital. He was born April 21 1956 in Greensburg a son of Hazel Cook Myers of Jeannette and the late Norman Beaver. Prior to retirement he was employed by Heartland Rehabilitation Center in Florida and he was formerly employed by Westmoreland Hospital. He was a member of FAM Lodge 360 of Englewood FL and a former member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Jeannette. In addition to his father he was preceded in death by grandmother Hazel Galante and his step father Arthur Donald Myers. In addition to his mother he is survived by his wife Melanie Whittam Beaver his children Denise Stewart William Dawn Fink Jason Gregory Grace Jerrica and Nicole Ladebu Matt five grandchildren Mathew Stewart Eloise Fink Penelope Fink Hailey Ladebu and Harper Ladebu a brother Donald Myers and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will…
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James Shumaker
, Pennsylvania
The Greatest man to have blessed our lives has taken his humor and good looks and went to be with Jesus and his wife of 32 years. James E. Shumaker 81 of Jeannette Pa was called home to be with our Lord on Saturday August 8th 2026 with his family by his side and more love than his heart could hold. He was born November 191944 in Jeannette a son of the late Earl and Mable Wolf Shumaker previoulsy of Rilton.Dad was a drafted Vietnam Veteran for the United States Army where he dutifully served from 19651967. Thankfully he was stationed in Thailand where he spent his tour as a cook because we all know his aim was not that great and he didnt have the heart to kill a mouse. Well maybe an occasional bird. James was a lifelong resident of the area and spent most of his career…
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Corey Baughman
, Pennsylvania
April 6, 2005
Corey Alan Baughman 21 of Jeannette died Sunday August 9 2026 at home. He was born April 7 2005 in Jeannette a son of Tonya Baughman Tim and Joey John Kelly. Corey was a graduate of Jeannette High School Class of 2024 and was employed by Marsh Automotive. He was preceded in death by great grandparents Jim and Jeannie Baughman and John and Alice Hice and an aunt Maria Baughman. In addition to his parents he is survived by his siblings Bella Baughman Constance Daniels Donald Daniels and Kayla Baughman grandparents Jay and Barbara Baughman and Mary John and lots of extended family and friends. Friends will be received Friday from 48 PM in the MasonGelder Funeral Home Inc. 201 N. First St. Jeannette. To send online condolences visit www.masongelder.com.
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Robert Burzio
, Pennsylvania
Robert Joseph Bobby The B Burzio 66 of Jeannette passed away peacefully on Friday August 7 2026 at Westmoreland Manor. Born August 10 1959 in Jeannette he was the son of the late Joseph Burzio and Irene BurzioMutolo. Bob was a familiar and friendly face to many throughout his life. He previously worked as a salesman at Delaney Chevrolet and also worked for PennDOT. He was a member of Ascension Church in Jeannette and the Greensburg Country Club. Bob enjoyed many of lifes simple pleasures including golfing playing poker working in his garden and spending time at the various social clubs he enjoyed. He had a love for being around people and making memories. Above all else Bob was a family man. He was a devoted husband father grandfather brother and friend. He is survived by his loving wife Candace Brasco Burzio his daughters Chelse Lubinsky of Jeannette and Kayla…
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Lillian Bevington
, Pennsylvania
Lillian Grace Bevington 88 of Jeannette died Friday August 72026 in Kadima Rehab Nursing Irwin. She was born May 181938 in Rochester PA a daughter of the late Guy and Cora VogelSmith. Lillian spent her early youth in Pittsburgh until her family moved to Beaver Falls where she later met and married her husband George. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband George W. Bevington son Jay Allen Bevington brothers Robert Guy Jr. Arnold Kenneth Benjamin and George Smith and a sister Geraldine Ahern. Prior to retirement she worked as a Janitor for the Beaver County School District for 25 years and was also a bus driver for the district. She coached Lassie League softball and loved camping and fishing and enjoyed crossword and jigsaw puzzles. Lillian could drive any vehicle and fix almost anything. She is survived by her children Karen Hood of…
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