OBITUARIES

May 18, 2026

H. Gordon Gaston, 89, of Indiana, passed away on Monday, May 18, 2026, in Johnstown. He was born in Canoe Township, Indiana County, on November 26, 1936, to the late Walter E. and Lola M. (English) Gaston.

Gordon attended Laura Lamar High School where he played county ball and proudly was awarded medals in track. He proudly served our country in...

May 17, 2026

Nancy Jane (Rineer) Doughty, 92, of Indiana, formerly of Berwyn, PA, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, May 17, 2026 — just hours before the one-year anniversary of her beloved husband Wesley’s passing. A love story that spanned 76 years was reunited in Heaven.

Born in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, Nancy was the daughter of the late John and Bertha...

May 9, 2026

Jill Dawn (Zack) Gaston, 47, of Indiana, passed away after an extended illness on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Pittsburgh.

She was born in Indiana on January 12, 1978, to Jim Zack and Connie (Hilty) Andrascik.

Jill graduated from Penns Manor High School in 1996 and then attended and graduated from the IUP Police Academy. She was employed by the Blairsville Police...

May 6, 2026

Ronald Ray Rose, 90, of Indiana, went to be with the Lord on May 6, 2026. Born June 6, 1935, in Windber, PA he was the son of Humphrey and Alice (Jennings) Rose. He was married to the love of his life Eleanor on October 31, 1959.

Ron was a dedicated and well-known businessman in Indiana, spending his career in sales...

May 4, 2026

Carol Ann Pappal, 83, of Indiana, Pa. passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026, in Rose Haven Personal Care Home.

She was born in Indiana, Pa. on March 5, 1943, to the late Andrew (Popel) Pappal and Anna Oresik Pappal.

Carol lived in France during her junior year at Indiana State College, majoring in French education. She taught for the Purchase Line...

Apr 26, 2026

Victor Andrew Stelma, 90, of Indiana, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026. He was born on September 3, 1935, in Graceton, to the late Victor M. and Mary (Kotzur) Stelma.

After graduating from Laura Lamar High School, Vic worked for Halliburton, retiring in 1993 as an assistant district manager. He was an active member of St. Bernard of Clairvaux Parish...

Apr 24, 2026

Richard Edwin Ray, 92, of Indiana, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026 at the Fountains in Indiana. He was born in Nicola, Armstrong County, to the late James Herbert Ray Sr. and Mary Campbell Lamison Ray on July 10, 1933. He graduated from Worthington-West Franklin High in 1950 and joined the United States Navy in August of that year....

Apr 24, 2026

Robert “Bob” Lee Peak, Jr., 71, of Indiana, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Friday, April 24, 2026. Best known as “GrandBob”, by his beloved Kailena, the light of his life and all who knew and loved him.

Bob was born in Indiana on February 13, 1955, to the late Robert Lee Peak, Sr., and Betty Jane (Rhoades) Peak.

He...

Apr 9, 2026

Frederick C. Roadarmel, Jr., 61, of Indiana, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026, in Pittsburgh. He was born on September 16, 1964, in Indiana to the late Frederick C. and Millicent (Nicholson) Roadarmel. Fred graduated from the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf and spent his career at IUP in the maintenance department. Fred was a lifelong Christian who...

Apr 6, 2026

James Emilio Bicego, 82, of Indiana, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Monday April 6, 2026. He was born in Indiana on May 25, 1943, to the late Jeano and Linda (Dellafiora) Bicego. He graduated from Apollo High School and attended the Educational Institute of Pittsburgh earning a degree in Drafting. Jim worked for several engineering...

Apr 2, 2026

Brooke K. Smith-Stiffler, 32, of Shelocta, passed away at home peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday, April 2, 2026, after a five-year courageous battle with breast cancer.

She was born on April 8, 1993, in Indiana to James and Joann Smith. Brooke recently worked for St. Andrew's and IRMC as a CNA. She loved...

Mar 29, 2026

Maynard L. Miller, 67, Marion Center, passed away, Sunday, March 29, 2026, at St. Andrews Village.

He was born on October 9, 1958, to the late Maynard P. and Eleanor Martha (Bennett) Miller in Indiana, PA. Maynard worked for SW Jack for 32 years, retiring in 2014. He was a friend to many and known to visit...

Mar 26, 2026

John David Angelo, born June 4, 1972, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026, with his family by his side.

He is survived by his parents, Joseph and Shirley Angelo, his siblings—Joseph (Sue), Tom (Mary), Mary DeVivo (Drew), Jim (Linda), Susan Zilinskas (Mark), and David (Michele)—and a large, loving extended family of nieces, nephews, great‑nieces, and great‑nephews....

Mar 25, 2026

Mark Perry McClure, 66 of Clarksburg, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. He was born in Indiana on August 22, 1959, to the late Edward and Imogene (Flemming) McClure.

Mark loved spending time in the great outdoors, he was a hunter and fisherman, he enjoyed pencil sketches and artwork, as well as music and playing guitar....

Mar 25, 2026

Gaylene Stains, 69, of Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at home. She was born in Trenton, NJ, on July 29, 1956.

After graduating from high school, Gaylene went to work in management for Sheetz, retiring with 25 years of service. She and her partner, Judy, were very active with Four Footed Friends.

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Mar 14, 2026

Yvonne B. (Givner) Redd, 81, of Indiana, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, March 14, 2026. She was the daughter of the late James and Mary (Knowles) Givner.

Yvonne was preceded in death by her husband, Hubert "Hubb" Redd, a grandson, Michael Eric Redd, a sister, Myra Wofford, brothers-in-law, Edward and...

Mar 5, 2026

Scott Russell Gibson, age 70, of Indiana, Pennsylvania, passed away on March 5, 2026.

Born in New Castle, Pennsylvania, Scott built a life centered on service, learning, and family. He proudly served in the United States Navy, with stations in San Diego, California and Bethesda, Maryland.

Scott devoted much of his career to caring for...

Feb 22, 2026

Harold Twigg Cole, 95, of Indiana, passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026. He was born in Dysart, Cambria County, on January 29, 1931, to the late Charles and Mildred (Kline) Cole.

After graduating from high school, Harold served our country in the United States Army, he then spent his career as a maintenance supervisor for the...

Feb 17, 2026

Janice M. Elkin, 85, of Tuscola, IL formerly of Indiana, PA, passed away in her home, in the arms of her daughter on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

Janice was born in Rochester Mills, PA, to Samuel Taylor and Jennie Louise Cribbs McCormick.

She married Lewis Henry Elkin on October 29, 1960, in Indiana, PA. He...

Feb 14, 2026

Judith A. Stahlman, 85, of Indiana, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at The Addison of Morehead Place, Indiana.

She was born in Summerville, PA, to the late Donald and Charlotte (Guthrie) Walton, on November 03, 1940.

Judy graduated from Clarion College and taught elementary school for most of her career, including many years...