Obituaries

Donna M. Ludvigson

Aug 15, 2022

 

Donna Marie (Mientus) Ludvigson, 79, of Ligonier, peacefully passed away on August 15, 2022 at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA with her children by her side. She was born on July 22, 1943 in Mount Pleasant, PA to the late Stanley Mientus and Anna Pinkosky; loving mother of Jeffrey Clark (wife Miriam Perkins) of Holderness, NH, Scott Clark of Aurora,...

John T. "Jesse" James Jr.

Aug 12, 2022

John T. "Jesse" James, Jr.

 

On Friday, August 12, 2022, of Ligonier, formerly of Swissvale, beloved husband of 54 years to the late Janet A.(Hartman) James; loving father of Beth Hoffman of Pittsburgh and Curt James & his wife Beth of Bethel Park; proud Pappy and Best Buddy of Maura and Max; brother of Sally Powell (late husband Greg)...

Rachel Sapone Ferguson

Aug 3, 2022

 

Rachel, of Latrobe, was called to heaven on Wednesday, August 3 while vacationing with family in North Carolina. She had an outgoing personality and charismatic nature that will be sorely missed by all those who were fortunate enough to have known her. Rachel was incredibly compassionate and always willing to help those in need. These qualities will serve as...

Gary J. Austin

Jul 28, 2022

Gary J. Austin, 71, peacefully passed away on July 27, 2022 surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of Mary (Taylor) Austin; Loving father of Robert A. Austin; Cherished grandfather of Katelyn (Brandon) Larkin and Gared Austin; Great Grandfather of Lana and Link Larkin; Brother of Bonnie Clark and the late Diana Henry; Step-son of Wanda Austin.  

Gary is preceded...

Jason Matthew Brown

Jul 13, 2022

Jason Matthew Brown passed away Tuesday, July 13,2022 at the age of 51. He was born in Ligonier, PA on February 10,1971 to James R. Brown and Patricia (Hugo) Tanchick. Growing up, Jason spent most of his time with his siblings and cousins. This very tight-knit group grew up together. Every day during the summer months, they would be together either...

Willi J. Daffinger

Jul 13, 2022

 

Willi Daffinger, C.E.C. died unexpectedly on July 13, 2022.  He is predeceased by his wife of fifty-three years, Hermine and by his son Charles, Ph.D. cand.  He is survived by his daughter, Kim A. Daffinger, Esq. and his son-in-law Joe Greco.Willi was born in Munich, Germany and emigrated to the US in 1957 where shortly thereafter he was drafted...

Peggy Price

Jul 3, 2022

Peggy L. Price, age 80, of Ligonier, PA passed away on July 3rd, 2022 at her home.

Peggy was born on January 31, 1942 in Ligonier, Pennsylvania, to the late Budd and Doris (McCully) Barkley.

Loving mother of Scott (Victoria) Price of Lake Wales, FL, Heather (Roger) Benner of Bellefonte, PA, Bud (Sharon) Price of State College, PA....

Thomas Adair

Jul 2, 2022

Thomas W. Adair, age 80, of Laughlintown, Pennsylvania peacefully passed away on July 2, 2022.

 

Tom was born August 27, 1941 in Sheraden(Pittsburgh), Pennsylvania, to the late James and Rita (Echtler) Adair. Loving husband of Linda (Knouse) Adair for 56 years of marriage. Cherished father of Thomas (Teresa) Adair, Jr., Christine (Christopher) Williams and grandpap of Nicklaus and Justin...

Donald Dumnich

Jun 26, 2022

Donald G. Dumnich, 70, of Cook Township passed away on June 26,2022 at Excela Health Latrobe Hospital surrounded by his family.

Don was born August 19, 1951 in Latrobe, a son of the late Michael and Ann (Shafran) Dumnich.

Don graduated from Latrobe High School in 1969 and attended Vale Technical Institute of Blairsville, Pa receiving a degree in auto...

Linda Fetzer

Jun 21, 2022

Linda D. Fetzer, 75, of Ligonier, formerly of Johnstown, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2022 surrounded by her family. Linda was born January 3, 1947, to the late Clarence and Verda Hause. Beloved wife of the late Larry C. Fetzer; loving mother of Mark Fetzer and Kathy (Dave) Stouffer; cherished grandmother of Marissa, Briana (John), Kalyn, Madison (Drew), Nicole...

Mary Miller

Jun 19, 2022

Mary E. "Dot" Miller, age 87, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2022.

 

Mary was born December 15, 1934 in Ligonier, Pa.

 

Daughter of the late Harry D. Miller and Alma Fry Miller.

 

Employed by Dr. William Donovan, Glenn Ray Real Estate and Robert Benner.

 

Survived by her sister Effie Gail Fletcher of Ligonier, 1 niece...

Paul Gerlach

Jun 15, 2022

Paul C. Gerlach, age 33, of Ligonier, Pennsylvania passed away on June 15, 2022. Loving husband and best friend of Susan Gerlach, and cherished father to Henry, Heidi, and Elise.

Paul was born June 24, 1988 in Charlotte, North Carolina to James and Amelia (Bustillo) Gerlach.

Brother of Sandy (Mark) Aronson.

Uncle of Dean, Bennett, and Gordon Aronson.

Grandson of...

George H. Springer

Jun 12, 2022

George H. Springer, 92, of Rector, passed away on Sunday, June 12, 2022.  He was born March 10, 1930 in Rector, a son of the late Henry and Anna (Shadron) Springer.  He was a veteran of the US Air Force.  Prior to retiring in 1990, he was an inspector for Westinghouse Electric Corporation in Cheswick for 30 years.  He was...

Dale Donald Tobias Sr.

Jun 4, 2022

 

Master Sergeant (Ret) Dale D. (Toby) Tobias Sr. passed away at his home to be with his savior Saturday, June 4, 2022. He was born April 17, 1933, to William B. and Oma Tobias in Rochester Mills, PA. Dale was one of ten children Lydia, Trudell, Erma, Vivian, William Jr., Alverda, Dolly, Geraldine, Joyce. He grew up all over...

Dorothy Jean "Jeanne" Petrucci

Jun 4, 2022

 

 

Dorothy Jean "Jeanne" Petrucci, 92, of Wilpen passed away peacefully on June 4, 2022.Preceded in death by her husband Ernest Petrucci, parents Charles and Mary (Powanda) Fitchko, and eight brothers and sisters.  Also, she was the sister-in-law of Levi and Marge Petrucci. Loving mother of Gregory (Christine) Petrucci of Latrobe, Mary Anna (Thomas) Mayer of Tampa, FL, Lisa Jean (Andy)...

Randy J. Newcomer, Sr.

Jun 4, 2022

Randy J. Newcomer, Sr., 62, of Augusta, WV, formerly of Connellsville PA, passed away at his daughter's home on June 4, 2022. Randy was born on September 24, 1959 in Connellsville, PA to the late William and Jo Ann Newcomer. 

Randy is survived by Nicole Newcomer - daughter, Troy Stockton - son-in-law, Randy Newcomer Jr. - son, Ryan Rimel - son-in-law,...

John Shaffer

Jun 2, 2022

John Shaffer, 57, of Stahlstown passed away peacefully on June 2, 2022.

Son of Daisy (Walker) Shaffer & the late Kenneth Shaffer of Stahlstown;

Survived by his wife of 32 years, Kimberly (Midlo) Shaffer, daughter Emily (Rj) Ray, granddaughter Bailee Mae & brothers Kevin (Cindy), Kenny (Lisa), Jody (Val) & their families;

Preceded in death by an infant sister Sharon...

Margaret G. Boyd

May 14, 2022

Margaret Alice Boyd, age 71 , died on May 14, 2022 after her battle with cancer.

Margaret was born February 26,1951 in Latrobe, PA to George and Nancy Gibson. She graduated from Ligonier Valley High School in 1969. Margaret was married to her husband, William Boyd for 47 years.

Margaret is survived by her husband, William Boyd;...

Nancy Lou Schober

May 6, 2022

Our beloved mother, Nancy Lou Stahl Schober, age 89, of Bethel Church Road, Latrobe, passed away peacefully at home on May 6th, 2022 with her loving and devoted family by her side. She was born January 20, 1933 in Latrobe, a daughter of the late Daniel F. and Laura (Campbell) Stahl. She was a member of Bethel...

William Ward Ryan

Apr 26, 2022

William Ward Ryan, age 83, peacefully passed away on April 26, 2022, surrounded by his family.

Beloved husband of 30 years to Zlata Ryan; Ward is preceded in death by his parents Edward and Marion (Schwing) Ryan. Loving father of Tatiana Ryan, Scott (Valerie) Zagray, Tracy (Reid) Haynie, Shannon (Jeff) Atwood, Morgan (Stephanie) Ryan. Cherished grandfather of LeeAnn Zagray,...