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Michael W. Forberger

Michael W. Forberger

Jun 11, 2021

Michael W. Forberger, 86, of Heilwood, passed away Friday, June 11, 2021, at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center with the comfort of his family.

A son of the late John and Edna (Van Scoyoc) Forberger, he was born in December 1934.

Michael honorably served in the United States Air Force from 1952 to 1956, being a...

Donna J. Lanning

Donna J. Lanning

Jun 8, 2021

Donna Jeanne Lanning, 72, of Indiana, passed away Tuesday, June 8, 2021, at Indiana Regional Medical Center.

A daughter of the late Carey “John” and Mary Elizabeth Watson Westover, she was born Nov. 4, 1948 in Indiana.

Donna was a graduate of Marion Center High School. She loved horses and throughout her life she was...

Larry R. Miller

Larry R. Miller

Jun 4, 2021

Larry Ray Miller, 70, of Shelocta, PA passed away on Friday, June 4, 2021 at his home.

The son of Walter J. Miller, Jr. and Della M. (Jones) Miller Parkins, he was born July 9, 1950 in Latrobe, PA.

He graduated from Blairsville High School in 1968 and attended Pittsburgh School of Aeronautics.

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Rose Marie Strbak

Rose Marie Strbak

Jun 1, 2021

Rose Marie (Penich) Strbak, 93, of Blairsville, PA passed away on Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at her home.

The daughter of Steve and Ann (Stumpick) Penich, she was born December 28, 1927 in Latrobe, PA.

Rose was a member of SS Simon & Jude Roman Catholic Church, Blairsville, PA.

She was a volunteer...

Faye Ann Drawl

Faye Ann Drawl

May 31, 2021

Faye Ann (Duke) Drawl, 75, of State College, PA passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021 at her home.

The daughter of Joseph Duke and Ethel (Erb) Duke Bost, she was born January 8, 1946 in Tunnelton, PA.

Faye Ann graduated from Saltsburg High School, Class of 1963 and worked as a receptionist for Ferguson...

Rev. Clarence E. Mayhle

Rev. Clarence E. Mayhle

May 25, 2021

Rev. Clarence Edward Mayhle, 84, of Commodore, passed away Tuesday, May 25, 2021, at Indiana Regional Medical Center.

A son of the late Edward and Garnet Mae Coleman Mayhle, he was born Jan. 10, 1937, in Smithton.

Rev. Mayhle has been a Pastor in the Wesleyan Methodist Allegheny Connection since 1960. Prior to his retirement...

Norabelle L. Jones

Norabelle L. Jones

May 19, 2021

Norabelle L. (Schrack) Jones, 91, of Blairsville, PA passed away on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at Beacon Ridge, Indiana, PA.

The daughter of Leslie Schack and Edith (Rankin) Schrack, she was born October 20, 1929 in Blairsville, PA.

Norabelle attended The United Presbyterian Church, Blairsville, PA.

She married Carl Jones in 1948 and...

Raymond S. Cappo, Jr.

Raymond S. Cappo, Jr.

May 16, 2021

Raymond S. Cappo, Jr., 82, of Blairsville, PA passed away on Sunday, May 16, 2021.

The son of Raymond S. Cappo, Sr. and Emma (Craig) Cappo, he was born November 21, 1938 in Blairsville, PA.

Ray was a member of the First Baptist Church, Blairsville, Acacia Lodge #355 F & AM, Blairsville, and Coudersport Consistory....

Robert W. Goodlin, Jr.

Robert W. Goodlin, Jr.

May 14, 2021

Robert Wayne Goodlin Jr., 71, of Indiana, PA passed away on Friday, May 14, 2021 at Indiana Regional Medical Center, Indiana, PA.

The son of Robert W. Goodlin, Sr. and Virginia (Burpee) Goodlin, he was born June 1, 1949 in Blairsville, PA.

He graduated from Blairsville High School in 1967 and from Catawba College in...

L. Jane Blue

L. Jane Blue

May 11, 2021

L. Jane Blue, 96, of Indiana, passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2021, at Communities at Indian Haven.

A daughter of Thomas D. and Laura M. (Brown) Blue, she was born Oct. 24, 1924, in Aultman.

Jane earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Allegheny College. Afterward, she became a registered nurse through the United States...

Joseph "Joe" P. Mack

Joseph "Joe" P. Mack

May 10, 2021

Joseph “Joe” Paul Mack, 48, of Indiana, passed away Monday, May 10, 2021 at UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh.

A son of the late James Wilson Mack III and Sharon Ling, he was born May 11, 1972 in Indiana.

Joe lived his entire life in Indiana. He was a Steeler fan for life and loved rock...

Howard W. Henry, Sr.

Howard W. Henry, Sr.

May 4, 2021

Howard W. Henry, Sr., 85, of Indiana, passed away Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at Mulberry Square Elder Care and Rehabilitation Center in Punxsutawney.

A son of the late Ogal B. and Mary M. (Learn) Henry, he was born July 3, 1935, in White Twp. Indiana County.

Mr. Henry served his country in the U.S. Army....

James Marion Carr

James Marion Carr

May 4, 2021

James Marion Carr, 62, of Blairsville, PA passed away on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 in Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital, Greensburg, PA.

The son of James E. and Dolores (Bixler) Carr, he was born November 25, 1958 in Santana, Calif.

He worked in cable construction as a lineman.

James had a witty personality and...

Alvin L. Kitzmiller

Alvin L. Kitzmiller

Apr 27, 2021

Alvin L. Kitzmiller, 89, of Blairsville, PA passed away on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at his home.

The son of Riley C. and Lula M. (Aronhalt) Kitzmiller, he was born November 1, 1931 in Mt. Storm, West Virginia.

Mr. Kitzmiller was a member of Mt. Tabor United Methodist Church, West Wheatfield Twp., PA.

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Ralph M. "Pete" Stewart

Ralph M. "Pete" Stewart

Apr 26, 2021

Ralph Miller “Pete” Stewart, 100, of Armagh, passed away peacefully Monday, April 26, 2021, at his home.

A son of the late Blaine I. and Vergie Lucinda (Miller) Stewart, he was born July 11, 1920 in Brush Valley.

Pete proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II at Fort Knox, where...

Clara B. Graham Savage

Clara B. Graham Savage

Apr 26, 2021

Clara B. (Howard) Graham Savage, 95, of Blairsville, PA passed away on Monday, April 26, 2021 at Maple Valley Personal Care Home, Indiana, PA.

The daughter of George S. and Fannie (Kelly) Howard, she was born November 12, 1925 in Black Lick Twp., Indiana Co., PA.

Clara graduated from Blairsville High School, Class of 1943...

Mary Ann Savukas

Mary Ann Savukas

Apr 22, 2021

Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Mary Savukas departed this world on April 22, 2021. A very special niece, Ashley came down from heaven to take her home on Ashley’s birthday April 22.  She was 90 years old and passed away peacefully in her sleep.

The daughter of Joseph and Mary (Slaga) Kodosky, she was born June 17,...

Charles J. Shaffer, Sr.

Charles J. Shaffer, Sr.

Apr 21, 2021

Charles John Shaffer, Sr., 79, of Indiana, died Wednesday, April 21, 2021, at Indiana Regional Medical Center.

He was born Oct. 20, 1941 in Palmerton to the late Charles and Florence (Anderson) Shaffer.

In 1958, Charles received his High School Equivalency Diploma (GED). He enlisted in the United States Army as a Mechanical Helper serving...

Rev. William A. Blair

Rev. William A. Blair

Apr 21, 2021

Rev. William A. Blair, 83, of Marion Center, lived his whole life loving and serving Jesus, his family, and others. On Wednesday, April 21, 2021, he left this earth surrounded by his loving family and the compassionate staff of the Indiana Regional Medical Center’s ICU. He entered Heaven’s gates at 3:30 PM to hear his Lord and Savior say,...

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