Obituaries

Jan 29, 2024

Dean E. Highberger, 83, of Leesburg, FL died Monday, January 29th, 2024, at UF Health Leesburg Hospital. He was born July 21st, 1940, in Madison, P.A., a son of the late Albert E. and Louise (Smith) Highberger. He grew up working as a farmer on the Highberger Farm in West Newton with his siblings, Gail, Lisle, and Ray. Dean was...

Jan 12, 2024

Barbara Ann Campbell, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2024, at the age of 56. She was born on November 11, 1967, to the late Charles H. and Mary Agnes Needham. Barbara had an adventurous spirit and a passion for life. She lived her life to the fullest and cherished every moment spent with her family and friends. She had a...

Jan 9, 2024

 

Christopher Kenneth Plummer passed away January 9, 2024.

 

The only child of Ken and Sherri Plummer, Chris was born September 26, 1973, in State College, PA. He enjoyed a wonderful childhood in Chambersburg and graduated Chambersburg Area Senior High School in 1992. He loved to play baseball and was the second baseman for the first Chambersburg Suburban Team...

Dec 28, 2023

 

 

 

Beloved mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend Pamela Elaine McCaffrey (81) died on December 28, 2023, surrounded by her family at a Pittsburgh hospital following a short illness.

 

Pam was born on November 20, 1942 in New Kensington, Pennsylvania. At a young age she moved with her parents, Laura and Henry Polliard, to Ligonier, Pennsylvania....

Dec 27, 2023

 

Norbert J. Pail Sr.

Ligonier

 

Norbert John Pail Sr., of Ligonier, died Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023, at Concordia at Bethlen, of Parkinson's Disease and Levy body dementia. He was born Dec. 4, 1938, in Pittsburgh, the son of the late Norman Pail and Agnes (Kaib) Pail. He attended St. Ambrose Catholic Elementary School and then North Catholic High...

Dec 19, 2023

Dec 18, 2023

William E. Telford, age 83, of Ligonier passed away December 18, 2023 at home. Bill was born September 20, 1940 in Ligonier to Samuel and Sarah (Bier) Telford. Bill's life was one that was filled with joy, love, and a deep appreciation for nature.He is survived by his wife of 59 years Clara Jane (Roadman) Telford; 3 sons: Michael (Lisa) Telford,...

Dec 8, 2023

 **The Reed family would like to thank everyone who gave to help defray funeral expenses for Anthony.  We are forever grateful for your support during this very difficult time.** 



Anthony Wayne Reed was born January 15, 1985, at Latrobe hospital. His life tragically ended on December 08, 2023. He is survived by his son, Ben Reed; father, Kenneth Reed; mother, Jody...

Dec 1, 2023

Gloria Jean Crook, age 78, of Ligonier, peacefully passed away on December 1, 2023. She was born on April 29, 1945, in Florida. Gloria was the beloved wife of the late Ralph Crook and the cherished daughter of the late Marc and Evelyn (Garrett) Tittle.

 

 She was also a loving mother to Kimberly Lewis and the late Stephanie Babbitt....

Nov 28, 2023

 

Paul C. Bagnall, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2023. He was born on February 4, 1933.

 

Paul believed in service as he  served in the United States Army, and then, upon being discharged became a Pennsylvania State Trooper where he served for 26 years. He dedicated his life to ensuring...

Nov 15, 2023

Ruth Catharine Stutzman Campbell, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2023. Ruth was a kind-hearted and generous person who touched the lives of many with her love and compassion.

Ruth was a lifelong member of St. James Lutheran Church and actively participated in the church choir. Her devotion to her faith was...

Nov 12, 2023

 

Lois Stickney, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2023. Lois was born on July 26, 1939, in Ligonier. Lois loved quilting and embroidery, creating numerous gifts for family and friends. Her green thumb was evident in her vegetable and flower gardens. Lois shared the bounty of her vegetable garden with many.  Lois also had a passion for collecting Fenton...

Nov 7, 2023

Nellie Alice Odessa West Neiderhiser, 85, passed away November 7th, 2023.  She was born October 20th 1938 in Ligonier Twp. to the late Harvey Billick West and Nellie Nelson Kallmann. She was a member of the Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband of 60 years George Clyde Neiderhiser Sr. (2016)...

Oct 27, 2023

  Robert (Bob) Hoover, age 86, of Dublin, Ohio passed away October 27, 2023. Bob was a lifelong resident of the Ligonier/Stahlstown area until moving to Dublin ten years ago.    Bob enjoyed playing golf, reading and hunting. He loved spending time with his family and grandchildren; especially at the hockey rink.   Bob retired with 44 years of service...

Oct 23, 2023

 

Roberta M. Findley, 71 died unexpectedly at her home in Ligonier October 23, 2023. She

was born in McKeesport to Robert H. and Eleanor (Skoczylas) Findley. She was preceded in

death by her parents and her brother, Albert Findley.

Roberta is survived by her friend of twenty-eight years, Debra Ward, sister-in-law Sara

Findley, beloved nephews Michael, Nicholas (Kala), Zachery...

Oct 23, 2023

Dolores Ross (Overly), born on May 18, 1939, passed away on October 23, 2023. Known for her love of pets and gardening, Dolores leaves behind a legacy filled with warmth and kindness.Dolores was a remarkable woman whose life was centered around her passions. She found solace in nurturing plants and creating beautiful landscapes. Her green thumb was admired by all...

Oct 20, 2023

Bernetha M. Pritts, a beloved LPN known for her dedication to her family and community, passed away on October 20th, 2023, in Ligoiner, Pennsylvania. She was born on May 22nd, 1929, in Scottdale, Pennsylvania to Mildred Meader Echard and Wilbert M. Ullery who died December 1931. Raised by her mother and loving step-father Hugh Echard. Throughout her life, Bernetha exemplified kindness...

Oct 12, 2023

Linda Jean (Ament) Chrisner beloved wife of Kenneth L Chrisner daughter of Wilmer and Helen Ament passed away from Cancer on Thursday Oct 12. She was born in Ligonier PA but lived around Morgantown WV with her parents for many years before coming back to PA. She had been employed at Technimark Latrobe for many years. She won the respect...

Oct 2, 2023

 

Thomas L. Crawford,  age 85 of Ligonier, PA peacefully passed away on October 2, 2023. He was born on August 15, 1938, in Kingsport, TN. Thomas led a remarkable life filled with honor and dedication. Son of the late Ace Harmon and Catherine Mabel (Galyon) Crawford.Thomas made his career serving his country as a Senior Chief Petty Officer in...

Oct 2, 2023

Gladys Keslar 91, of Donegal passed away peacefully on Monday October 2, 2023 at Greene Health and Rehab in Greensburg.She was born on Oct. 22, 1931. Gladys was the daughter of Foster and Ada (Pritts) Klink. She is predeceased by her husband Vernon E. Keslar Sr., 2 sons, Randy Jay and Vernon E. Keslar Jr. She is survived by one remaining...