Obituaries
Dennis Charles Kuhnemund
Jun 28, 2023
In Loving Memory of Dennis Charles Kuhnemund
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dennis Charles Kuhnemund, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Dennis departed this world on June 28, 2023 in peace and content to have lived a long and happy life among the people he loved. He was the oldest son of the...
Marita Conroy
Jun 27, 2023
(MARITA) JOANNE CONROY
(Marita) Joanne Conroy, 88, of Ligonier, died on Tuesday, June 27, 2023
Born in Cumberland, MD, Joanne was a warm and welcoming wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Joanne raised her family in South Hills and Penn Hills near Pittsburgh, and then Ligonier for over 50 years. She was the business owner of The Underneath clothing...
Stephen W. Schott
Jun 23, 2023
Stephen W. Schott, age 73, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2023. Stephen was known as a gentle soul with a generous heart. He lived his life with kindness, integrity, and humility. Born on April 5th, 1950 to the late Charles and Marjorie Schott in Pittsburgh, he graduated from Baldwin High School.
Stephen's greatest achievement was being a husband to...
Andrew W. Gasper
Jun 22, 2023
Andrew W. Gasper of Stahlstown died Thursday, June 22, 2023. He was born in Acme. After serving in the U.S. Navy for four years, Andy worked at Kennametal for 38 years. Always ready to help when called upon, he attended to his siblings when needed and was a caretaker to his neighbors, Frank and Janet Stanford. Andy was a gifted...
Gary W. Lynn
Jun 11, 2023
Gary W. Lynn, 68, of Ligonier, passed away Sunday, June 11, 2023, at home in the arms of his best friend, soulmate and caregiver, Jill Bevilacqua. He was born Dec. 9, 1954 at McGinnis Hospital in Ligonier, a son of the late Blair Simpson Lynn and Alda West Lynn. Gary was preceded in death by his stepmother, Lois Austin Lynn....
Marjorie Marie Hutchison
Jun 10, 2023
Marjorie Marie Hutchison of Laughlintown, Pennsylvania, died on June 10, 2023, of complications from a chronic illness. She passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her children. She lived a long, fulfilling life, to the age of 90.
Marge was born on February 7, 1933, to Mary (Rombold) and Joseph Matzel, in Hickory Township, Pennsylvania. After graduating from Hickory High...
John Wallace
Jun 7, 2023
Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) John “Jack” W. Wallace completed his life's final mission, passing away due to natural causes Thursday, June 7, 2023. He was 91. Jack was the son of the late William C. Wallace and Mary (Beal) Wallace, of Waterford. A graduate of Ligonier High School, Class of 1949, Jack never forgot his Waterford roots while serving 24 years...

Stanley P. Turcheck
Jun 1, 2023
Stanley P. Turcheck, born in Wilpen on October 14, 1931, has passed away on June 1, 2023 at the age of 91. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Stanley served in the United States Army and proudly defended his country. Stanley was an avid classic car enthusiast and spent much of his free time tinkering with engines...

Lois A. Kinsey
May 18, 2023
Lois Kinsey, 88, joined her husband in Heaven on May 18, 2023. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who enjoyed the simple pleasures of life.
Lois was born on November 14, 1934 in Rector, PA. From a young age, she was known for being a hard-working, family-oriented woman who, along with her sisters, managed their farm...
Donald Ankney
May 14, 2023
Donald L. Ankney, owner and operator of Donald Ankney Construction, passed away on May 14th, 2023 at the age of 91. He was born in Kregar Pa on July 25th, 1931 to Lloyd and Estella Ankney.Donald had a delightful sense of humor and had a passion for hunting and fishing. He loved all types of candy, perhaps a little too...
Ronald Gross
May 1, 2023
Ronald J. Gross went home to be with his Lord Monday, May 1, 2023. Ronald was born Aug. 10, 1951, to the late Joseph and Mary (Henderson) Gross. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by three sisters, Joann (Gross) DeMatty, Mary Lou (Gross) McLean and Agnes "Dolly" (Gross) Lam; and one brother, Allen Gross. Ronald is survived by five brothers,...
Katherine Dittoe
Apr 26, 2023
Katherine Ann Lechner Dittoe of Pittsburgh, PA, 76, passed away at home, surrounded by family on April 26, 2023, after a 3 year battle with metastatic breast cancer. Born in Cleveland, OH, on September 29, 1946, Katherine was the daughter of the late Ruth and Robert Lechner. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Patrick Martin Dittoe and...
Rose Stemmerich
Apr 22, 2023
Rose M. Stemmerich,86, of Ligonier passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 22, 2023. She was born on March 22, 1937 in Ligonier, a daughter of the late William and Mary (Stom) Palmer. Preceded in death by first husband George Krawtz and her second husband Floyd "Russell" Stemmerich, brother's Arthur (Bernadette) Palmer , Ronald Palmer, and Gordon Palmer. Beloved mother...

David L. Dunlevy
Apr 21, 2023
David L. Dunlevy, 68, of Ligonier, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2023.
He was born August 26, 1954 in Mt. Pleasant, a son of the late Edward and Mary Lou (Lowry) Dunlevy. Beloved husband of the late Tamara M. (McCormick) Dunlevy. He is survived by son Ryan (Maureen) Dunlevy; grandchildren Brendan, Kaylee, Patrick and Fiona; his brother John Dunlevy;...
Joanne Filson
Apr 18, 2023
On Tuesday, April 18, Joanne L. Filson, age 74, of Ligonier, passed away surrounded by her loving brother and friends. Joanne, formerly of Glassport, was born on September 19, 1948 in McKeesport, PA to the late Giuseppe and Louise (Norelli) Massaro. Joanne leaves behind a loving husband, Duane Filson, and a brother, Tony (the late Cindy) Massaro. Joanne also leaves...
Janet Gearhart
Apr 18, 2023
Agnes "Janet" Gearhart, 72 of Acme passed away Tuesday, April 18 in her home. Born June 27, 1950, Janet was raised in Ligonier, daughter of the late Glenn and Grace Kinsey. She graduated from Ligonier Valley High School and spent over 20 years working for the Westmoreland County Courthouse. She enjoyed reading books, and playing bluegrass and celtic music....
Samuel W. Off
Apr 17, 2023
Samuel W. Off, Jr., Ligonier craftsman and artist and husband of Barbara Childs Off, died April 17, 2023 of acute myeloid leukemia. He was 75.
Sam was a pewtersmith who crafted unique designs prized by organizations as emblems of membership and accomplishment. He employed his artistic ability and his knowledge of his customers to create highly individualized pieces. His craftsmanship...
Vickie Wilson
Apr 6, 2023
YaYa, you were our sunshine our only sunshine. You made us happy when skies were gray. You'll never know Mom how much we love you. Please don't take our sunshine away.
Vickie L. Wilson passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, April 6, 2023, at UPMC Shadyside, surrounded by her daughters, who were singing childhood songs that she sung to them and her...
Howard Scanlon
Mar 8, 2023
Howard James "Jim/Butch" Scanlon, 92, peacefully passed away Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at his home. He was born May 28, 1930, in Trafford. He was the son of late Daniel Scanlon and Regina Trakofler. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 44 years, Helen Piper Scanlon, and his grandson, Chad Delier Scanlon. His is survived by his...
Eleanor W. Camp
Mar 7, 2023
Eleanor Elizabeth Wohlgemuth Camp passed quietly in her sleep Tuesday March 7th at the age of 95. She was the 2nd oldest of 10 children. She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years Richard (Dick), daughter Michele, her parents Loretta and John Wohlgemuth, sisters Donna, Patty, Joan, Judy, and brother John (Butch).
She is survived by...