Oct 15, 2022

Katrina Tracey (Robinson) Podolski, 55, of Blairsville, PA passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2022, at her home.

The daughter of Warren Barr and Karen Lee (Burke) Robinson, she was born March 26, 1967, in Hastings, New Zealand.

Katrina was a member of the Independent Baptist Church, Blairsville.

She worked at the Blairsville...

Oct 13, 2022

William “Bill” G. Marlin, 92, of Indiana, passed away Thursday, Oct. 13, 2022, at Communities at Indian Haven.

A son of the late Matthew H. and Mariana E. (Williard) Marlin, he was born March 16, 1930, in Indiana.

Bill served in the National Guard during the Korean War. He was retired from Penelec. After more...

Oct 13, 2022

Kenneth P. Remaley, 84, of Torrance, PA passed away suddenly at his home and was blessed to be held in the arms of his wife as the angels carried him into heaven on Thursday, October 14, 2022.

The son of Paul J. and Frances (Christy) Remaley, he was born July 8, 1938, in Murrysville, PA.

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Oct 12, 2022

Vernon “Vern” Reid Blystone, 78, of Creekside, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022. He was born in Youngstown, Ohio on May 3, 1944, to Reid S. and Roselle T. (Kunkle) Blystone.

Vern was a 1962 graduate of Marion Center High School. After graduation, he joined the Army Reserves and worked to auger...

Oct 9, 2022

Richla Jo (Stiles) McCurdy, 67 of Homer City, passed away Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, at Indiana Regional Medical Center.

A beloved wife and mother, she was the daughter of Dick and Jo Ann (Byers) Stiles. She was born Dec. 8, 1954, in Indiana.

Richla spent over 25 years working as a tax preparer for H&R...

Oct 4, 2022

Donald “Don” R. Henry, Sr., 75, of Indiana, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2022, from respiratory failure.

Don was born to the late Howard and Edith (Kanaar) Henry on April 6, 1947, in Indiana. Don served in the U.S. Army from 1966 to 1968 during the Vietnam War in the 173rd Airborne Division. He worked at R&P...

Oct 3, 2022

Gregory Rafalowski Sr., 79, died on Monday October 03, 2022 at Cambria Care Center - Ebensburg. Gregory was the husband of Elaine M. (Bungert) Rafalowski.

Per the family's wishes, there will be no services.

Shoemaker Funeral Home - 49 N. Walnut St. Blairsville, has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Sep 28, 2022

Judith “Judy” Simpson, 75, of Indiana, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2022, at her home.

A daughter of the late H. Frank and Sara Martha (Shearer) Cribbs, she was born May 3, 1947, in Indiana.

Judy was a 1965 graduate of Elderton High School. She dedicated her life to the love and care of her...

Sep 28, 2022

Faye E. (Nicholson) Antolik, 74, of Blairsville, PA (Brenizer) passed away on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, in Twin Lakes Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Greensburg, PA.

The daughter of George and Margaret (Piper) Nicholson, she was born December 28, 1947, in Indiana, PA.

Surviving is her son, Richard Troy Antolik (Tina) of Blairsville; two daughters, Samantha...

Sep 27, 2022

Ryan Matthew Bowers, 38, of Archbald, Pa., passed away peacefully at his childhood home in Indiana on Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022.

He was the son of Susan (Bowman) Bowers and the late Donald Ray Bowers, of Indiana. Ryan was born April 11, 1984 in Latrobe.

Ryan was a 2003 graduate of Indiana High School. He...

Sep 24, 2022

Jack M. Zerfoss, 80, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday September 24, 2022 at Indiana Hospital. Born on April 12, 1942, Jack was the son of the late Ralph M. and Florence A. (Ewing) Zerfoss Jr.

Mr. Zerfoss loved all kinds of outdoor activities. Whether hunting, fishing or softball, spending time with his...

Sep 19, 2022

Niccio Thomas Nowlin, Jr., 32, of Seward, PA passed away on Monday September 19, 2022 in Latrobe, PA.

The son of Lisa Marie (Williams) Nowlin and James Nowlin, Sr., he was born November 14, 1989 in Latrobe.

Niccio attended Derry Area High School where he participated on the football and basketball teams.  He enjoyed listening...

Sep 18, 2022

Nancy L. (Martin) Pounds, 81, of Indiana, passed away Sunday, September 18, 2022 at Indian Haven Nursing Home, Indiana.

A daughter of the late J. Wade and Erma (Sell) Martin, she was born June 14, 1941, in Indiana.

Nancy worked with FMC of Homer City and operated a business as an Electrologist out of her...

Sep 17, 2022

Jane Eleanor Stahl, 90, of Heilwood, passed away Saturday, September 17, 2022 at her residence.

A daughter of the late Earl R. and Esther P. (Williams) Stahl, she was born April 9, 1932, in Colver.

Jane spent 37 years in banking with First Commonwealth Bank and S&T Bank.  She also served as a treasurer for...

Sep 17, 2022

F. Elaine (Pierce) Reigle, 83, of Blairsville, PA passed away on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at Indiana Square Personal Care Home, Indiana, PA.

The daughter of Albert S. and Florence L. (Dunmire) Pierce, she was born October 5, 1938 in Blairsville, PA.

Mrs. Reigle was a homemaker and a member of the Hilltop Baptist Church,...

Sep 17, 2022

Patrick Daniel Dolan Jr., 58, of Export, PA passed away after a short battle with leukemia, surrounded by family on Saturday September 17, 2022 at UPMC Shadyside.

The son of Joy Lee (Matthews) Dolan of Blairsville and the late Patrick D. Dolan, Sr., he was born October 2, 1963 in Indiana, PA. Patrick graduated from Derry Area...

Sep 14, 2022

Arthur L. “Punkin” Whitfield, III, 59, of Albion, PA passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2022.

The son of Arthur L. Whitfield, Jr. and Margaret A. (Hill) Whitfield, he was born October 2, 1962 in Johnstown, PA.

Surviving are his children, Margaret Annette Hunt (Tyler) of Owego, NY; Arthur L. Whitfield, IV (Niki) of Indiana;...

Sep 12, 2022

Jack L. Stile, 86, of Indiana, passed away Monday, Sept. 12, 2022, in Indiana.

A son of the late Leroy M. and Jane I. (Wagner) Stile, he was born May, 8, 1936, in Indiana.

Jack served as a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service at the Indiana Post Office, where he retired with...

Sep 12, 2022

Madalyn L. (Claypoole) Henry, 80, of Indiana, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Monday, Sept. 12, 2022 at Indiana Regional Medical Center.

A daughter of the late Vernon R. and Bernice L. (Shearer) Claypoole, Sr., she was born Aug. 16, 1942, in Kittanning.

Madalyn was a homemaker, who enjoyed quilting,...

Sep 11, 2022

Donald E. Simpson, 84, of Indiana, passed away Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022 at Allegheny General Hospital.

A son of the late Mark and Ruth Weaver Simpson, he was born March 21, 1938, in Indiana.

Don started working on the family farm when he was five years old. He retired in 2013. While in school Don...