Obituaries
Diane Chrisner
Sep 5, 2025
Diane Louise (Geary) Chrisner, 73, of Acme, passed away Friday, September 5, 2025, at Independence Health System - Latrobe Hospital. She was born October 30, 1951, in Donegal Twp. to the late Dale Wilson Geary and Frances Arletta (Beckner) Geary. She was a retired nurses aide for Hilltop Manor and Westmoreland Hospital. She was a loving, selfless mother, wife, sister...
Grover T. Binkey
Aug 26, 2025
Grover T. Binkey, age 87, of Ligonier passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at home. Born, November 26, 1937 in Latrobe, he was the youngest of seven children to the late Joseph P. and Mary Hazel (Ross) Binkey, and the husband of 66 wonderful years to Marie (Brown) Binkey.
Grover enjoyed attending the Bullskin Tractor Pullers events and was...
Francis Kantorik
Aug 25, 2025
Francis V. "Non" Kantorik, 94, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, August 25, 2025. He was born March 31, 1931 in Acme, son of the late William Kantorik.
Francis was a member of Visitation Church and worked many years for Eidemiller Construction. He was an Army veteran having served in Germany during the Korean War. He loved being...
Christopher Piper
Aug 24, 2025
Christopher Dean Piper, 53, of Latrobe died August 24, 2025 at his home. Born April 8, 1972 in Latrobe, he was one of two sons to Carl D. and the late Donna L. (Bennett) Piper.
Chris was a skilled mechanic. He worked at Laughlintown Garage and most recently, Steel City Auto for the past four years. From the age of...
Josephine Picciottoli
Aug 16, 2025
Josephine Cuomo Picciottoli, 100, passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 16, 2025. Born March 25, 1925, in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada, she proudly became a U.S. citizen on December 17, 1962. Josephine was one of twelve children of the late Anthony and Marie Cuomo.
In the late 1940s, Josephine moved to New Jersey, where she worked at Gemex in Union,...
Carol Baker
Aug 14, 2025
Carol Baker, born on January 28, 1951, in Stahlstown, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025.
She was a remarkable individual who brought joy and inspiration to all who knew her. Carol proudly served in the Air Force.
She is survived by her beloved sisters, Betty (James) Queer and Shirley Welch; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Carol was preceded in death by...
Nathaniel Tyler Hockenberry
Aug 8, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Nathaniel Tyler
Hockenberry, who left us far too soon on August 6 , 2025, at the age of 28. Born on April 16,
1997, Nate brought light into the lives of everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
Nate's spirit was fiercely dedicated to his country, serving honorably...
Mary Louise Medved
Aug 7, 2025
Mary Louise Medved, of Stahlstown, PA, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on May 15, 1938, in Connellsville, PA, Mary devoted 30 years of her life to her career as an EKG technician at Excella Health. Her dedication and care for her patients reflected her nurturing spirit,...
Thomas Riggle
Aug 6, 2025
Thomas W. Riggle, 82, of Ligonier, formerly of Reinholds passed away peacefully August 6th, 2025 at Life's Promise Personal Care Home. Born June 24, 1943, he was the son of the late D. Glenn and Dora E. (Graham) Riggle, and the husband of nearly 63 years to Audrey J. (Kallmann) Riggle.
Tom graduated from Ligonier Valley High School in 1961...
Irene Hart
Aug 5, 2025
Irene E. Hart, a vibrant spirit whose essence was woven into the tapestry of those she loved,
peacefully departed this world on August 5, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on October 14, 1929,
as Irene Barndt, she became a remarkable woman whose legacy is marked by deep love for her
family and a passion for creativity.
A devoted mother and grandmother, she...
Robert Hritz
Aug 3, 2025
Robert P. Hritz, a beloved son, husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, at the age of 94. He was born on July 2, 1931, in the North Braddock neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Robert was a generous man with a curious, adventurous spirit. His profound love for his family was the cornerstone of his being. His engaging...
James W. Park
Jul 27, 2025
James W. Park, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on May 6, 1938, James led a life characterized by hard work, family values, and a deep sense of community. He worked as a maintenance mechanic at the Conemaugh Generating Station for many years.
A devoted husband of...
Ralph McConnaughey
Jul 26, 2025
Ralph Floyd McConnaughley, whom most knew as Floyd, died at home on July 26, 2025. He began everyday with his wife, Dorothy, praying for his family and friends and thanking God for another day to share God's Love.
As a Pap Pap he loved time spent and hugs of his Grandchildren, Andrew, Emily and Sierra. As a Dad he was thankful...
Neal Edwin Nicely
Jul 24, 2025
Neal Edwin Nicely, age 66, of Laughlintown died July 24, 2025 at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center. Born December 13, 1958, in Ligonier, he was one of two sons to the late William Howard and Ruth (Ankney) Nicely.
Neal was proud of his service in the U.S. Navy as a machinist aboard the USS Piedmont and the submarine, the USS Skate. He...
Robert L. Clark
Jul 20, 2025
Robert L. Clark, a remarkable individual whose kindness and welcoming nature touched the hearts of many, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2025, at the age of 79.
Robert dedicated over 30 years of his career to Standard Steel, where he was respected not just for his work ethic but also for his ability to build relationships with everyone around him....
Shirley Willard
Jul 7, 2025
Shirley A. Willard, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away on July 7, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on October 24, 1946, in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, Shirley’s life was a testament to the beauty of kindness, generosity, and humor.
She was a selfless and considerate soul who spread joy to everyone fortunate enough to know her. Shirley...
David Shafran
Jun 27, 2025
David A. Shafran, 73, of Ligonier, passed away on June 27, 2025. He was born July 30, 1951, in Latrobe. He was the son of the late Stephen and Dorothy (Aukerman) Shafran. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers Stephen M. Shafran Jr. and James Edward Shafran, and his niece, Kelly Leah Shafran. He was...
James Nelson
Jun 23, 2025
James W. Nelson(Jimmy), a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, peacefully passed away on June 23, 2025, at the age of 59. Born on January 24, 1966, James lived a life rich with love, laughter, and cherished memories. James was known for his kind and welcoming personality, traits that endeared him to all who had the pleasure of knowing...
Henry Kunkle
Jun 1, 2025
Henry R. Kunkle, age 79, of Stahlstown passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 1, 2025 at Ligonier Gardens Personal Care & Retirement Home. Born February 28, 1946 in Ligonier, he was the son of the late Frances "Wink" (Clark) Coleman and the late James Kunkle, and the step-son of the late James Coleman.
Henry was a graduate of Ligonier...
F. Kenneth Keyser
May 29, 2025
F. Kenneth Keyser (91) of Henderson, NV and formally of Stahlstown, PA passed away peacefully
in the very early hours on Thursday morning, May 29, 2025 at his daughter’s home. Kenneth
was born in Stahlstown, PA to Paul and Sylvia Neiderhiser Keyser in 1934. He was a graduate of
Ligonier High School class of 1953. Kenneth served in the United States Army during...
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