Obituaries

Catherine Mignogna

Catherine Mignogna

Mar 2, 2024

In loving memory of Catherine Mignogna:

Catherine Mignogna, age 95,  a beloved resident of Ligonier, PA, has peacefully passed away at home on March 2nd, 2024. She was born on December 12, 1928, in Trafford, PA . The beloved daughter of Peter and Mildred (Evanovich) Miholovich.  Catherine led a remarkable life filled with love, compassion, and dedication to her family and...

Charles Younkin

Charles Younkin

Feb 29, 2024

Charles N. Younkin (“Yogi), 93, of Ligonier passed away peacefully at home and surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, Feb 29, 2024. He was born June 16, 1930 in Wilkinsburg, PA, a son of the late George Emmons Younkin and Harriette (Keenan) Younkin.

Chuck proudly served his country as a Staff Sergeant in the United States Airforce, a member of...

Elizabeth "Toots" Campbell

Elizabeth "Toots" Campbell

Feb 26, 2024

Elizabeth "Toots" Campbell,  age 92, a compassionate and family-oriented individual, passed away on February 26, 2024  in Ligonier, PA. She was born on August 24, 1931, in Donegal Township. Elizabeth was predeceased by her husband Macklin "Henry" Campbell who passed away on March 12, 2009. Daughter of the late Denny and Ida (Hood) Burns. Loving mother of Karen (late Donald) Little...

Thelma Griffith

Thelma Griffith

Feb 24, 2024

Thelma Jean (Robb) Griffith, peacefully passed away on February 24, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 6, 1928, in Ligonier, a place that was home to her throughout nearly all her life. 

Thelma was known for her love for family, which shone brightly in every aspect of her life. Her warm and nurturing personality drew others...

Anne Pochciol

Anne Pochciol

Feb 16, 2024

Anne M. Pochciol, beloved wife, mother, and cherished member of the community, passed away on February 16, 2024. Born on September 19, 1943, to the late James and Marie Foster, Anne's life was a testament to love, kindness, and dedication to her family.

Gardening was not just a hobby for her; it was a form of art through which she nurtured...

Mary Lundquist

Mary Lundquist

Feb 14, 2024

Mary R. Lundquist, beloved wife, devoted mother, grandmother and dedicated member of her community, passed away on February 14, 2024. Daughter of the late Henry and Mary Smith. Mary's life was filled with love, compassion, and tireless service to others.

Prior to retirement Mary spent 40 years with the U.S. Postal Service and many of those as the Postmaster. Her commitment...

Dean Highberger

Dean Highberger

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...

Barbara Campbell

Barbara Campbell

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...

Christopher Plummer

Christopher Plummer

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...

Pamela McCaffrey

Pamela McCaffrey

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....

Norbert Pail

Norbert Pail

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...

William Telford

William Telford

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,...

Anthony W. Reed

Anthony W. Reed

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...

Gloria Crook

Gloria Crook

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....

Paul Bagnall

Paul Bagnall

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...

Ruth Catharine Campbell

Ruth Catharine Campbell

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...

Lois Stickney

Lois Stickney

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...

Nellie Neiderhiser

Nellie Neiderhiser

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)...

Robert W. Hoover Jr.

Robert W. Hoover Jr.

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...