Obituaries

Rachel M. Hall
Jul 16, 2023
Rachel M. Hall, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on July 16, 2023, in Ligonier Pa. She was born on March 2, 1951, in Norristown Pa, to her loving parents Aloysius and Alice Leonard.Rachel was a woman who exemplified kindness and warmth in everything she did. Her gentle soul and welcoming nature left an impact on...
Martha Knupp
Jul 13, 2023
Martha Marie Knupp 94 of Rector, Pa past away at Bethlen Home to be with our Lord on July 13, 2023. Martha was daughter of Gilbert P. and Mary Ankney of Rector, born February 28, 1929.
She was preceded in death by her parents, many siblings and her husband Elmer E. Knupp in 2020. Martha is survived by 2...
Richard McCormick
Jul 12, 2023
Richard R McCormick passed away Wednesday July 12, 2023. He was born on July 7, 1926 in Stoneboro, PA, Son of the late John Reed and Ruth (Limber) McCormick. He served in World War II in the US Navy Seabees in the South Pacific, and China. After returning to the States and leaving the service he was employed by the...
Jamey D. James Miller
Jul 9, 2023
Jamey D. James Miller, age 54, passed away on July 9th, 2023 at his home. He was born on March 1st, 1969. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald J. Miller Sr. Jamey is survived by his son, Benjamin Miller, his girlfriend, Tina Kurhansky, his mother, Sharon Brunner Craig, Step-father Scott, his sister, Kathryn Lambrecht, and his younger...
David E. Harbaugh
Jul 9, 2023
David E. Harbaugh, age 85, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2023. He was born on January 1, 1938, to the late Harry and Mary (Shawley) Harbaugh.David was a beloved member of his community and will be remembered for his kind heart and gentle spirit. David had a love for life that was evident in everything he did.David enjoyed walking...
Lydia McGuire
Jul 8, 2023
Lydia Gay (Penrose) Penrod McGuire, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, passed away on July 8th, 2023 in Bolivar. She was born on May 24th, 1928 in Robinson, the daughter of Albert S. Penrose and Olive J. (Boring) Penrose.Lydia was a remarkable woman who lived her life with grace and kindness. She dedicated herself to her family and community,...
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;...