OBITUARIES

Aug 26, 2025

Gloria Jane Fairbanks, 76, of Aultman, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at St. Andrew's Village, Indiana. She was born in Indiana on August 2, 1949, to the late William Blair and Dorothy Larue (Stuchell) Smith.

Gloria was well known in the community for her many years of dedicated service as a sales associate at the...

Aug 23, 2025

Joseph DeHaven Kirk, Sr., 77, of Home, went to his heavenly Father on Saturday, August 23, 2025. Joe lived his entire life in Rayne Township.

He graduated from Marion Center High School, class of 1967. Joe worked on the family farm throughout high school and full time for two years after graduation. He worked various jobs throughout...

Aug 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of Carl William Trout, who entered eternal rest at the age of 97 on August 19, 2025. Born September 11, 1927, in Alverda, Pennsylvania, he was the beloved son of the late Alvin McKinley and Sophia (Woods) Trout.

At the age of 17, Carl sought to...

Aug 18, 2025

Emma Lou Shaffor, 86, passed away on August 18, 2025, in St. Andrews Village, Indiana. She was born on April 16, 1939, to the late George E. Hay and Emma L. (Shafer) Hay, in Sewickley, Pennsylvania.

She graduated from Somerset High School in 1956. She married Donald Somers on October 25, 1958. Don was diagnosed with cancer...

Aug 11, 2025

Dean Edward Peterson, 88, of Indiana, formerly of Rural Valley, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025, in St. Andrews Village. Dean was born in Westmoreland County on June 18, 1937, to the late Charles W. and Jennie (Silvas) Peterson.

After high school graduation, Dean served our country in the United States Air Force. Upon his service...

Aug 9, 2025

Annetta M. (Rhoades) Millen, 69, of Lucernmines, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 9, 2025. Born in Indiana to the late Irene (Marshallick) Rhoades she enjoyed riding Harley Davidson Motorcycles, her dogs, but most importantly, spending time with her grandchildren and children.

Surviving Annetta is her husband Dale K. Millen, whom she married on July 18, 1997,...

Aug 6, 2025

James Edward Henley Jr., 70, of Indiana, passed away on Aug. 6, 2025. He was born in Pottstown, on Aug. 16, 1954, to the late James Edward and Lillian Margaret (Burdan) Henley, Sr.

James was a member of the Covenant Church of Pittsburgh. James proudly served our country in the United States Marine Corps; he was a...

Aug 6, 2025

M. Lynn Larsen Hahm, 84, passed away peacefully at her residence in Indiana, Pennsylvania, on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.

She was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, on August 30, 1940, and was a long-time resident of Lakewood, New Jersey. She graduated from Averett College and received a master's degree from Kean University.

She was a...

Aug 5, 2025

Autumn Marie Raffaele, 23, of Clymer, passed away on August 5, 2025, at UPMC Magee-Women's Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. Her strength, grace, and unwavering spirit throughout her illness were a reflection of the remarkable person she was — thoughtful, vibrant, and endlessly selfless.

Born on October 29, 2001, to Clifford Raffaele and Kerrie Woods...

Jul 30, 2025

Edward E. Mackey, Sr., 84, of Punta Gorda, Florida, formerly of Indiana, passed away on July 30, 2025. Born June 28, 1941, Edward Mackey was the son of the late Evelyn C. (Alberts) Mackey and Cyril Portman Mackey of Altoona, PA. A graduate of Altoona Area Senior High School, Class of 1959, Mr. Mackey attended the Pennsylvania State University...

Jul 29, 2025

Carolyn F. (King) Kinter, 77, of Indiana, died Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at Conemaugh Memorial Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Raymond and Dorothy King, and was on September 3, 1947, in Indiana.

She worked for many years as a CNA at Indian Haven and as a waitress at Sandy Kay's. She enjoyed traveling, baking,...

Jul 25, 2025

Linda M. (Hubauer) Jacobson, 53, of Indiana, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025. She was born in Brookville, on October 2, 1971, to William Hubauer, and Donna (Smail) Reynolds.

Linda worked for as a waitress for various restaurants throughout her career. She enjoyed music, reading and especially spending time with her family.

She is...

Jul 21, 2025

Elva J. Zajec, 98, of Homer City, passed away on July 21, 2025.

Born September 8, 1926, Elva was the daughter of the late Frank and Josephine (Pernisek) Zajec.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters Dorothy Breznican and Ann Stoklosa, and her brother Frank Zajec.

Elva...

Jul 10, 2025

Gary L Patterson of Indiana Pa passed away July 10, 2025, at the age of 78.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years Helen (Reyes) Patterson.

Gary has three sons Gary "Del" Patterson (wife Missy), Robert Patterson (wife Michelle), Dean Patterson (wife Tricia) and three grandchildren Hannah Hocker (husband Zach), Garrett, and Logan...

Jul 5, 2025

Theodore P. "Ted" (aka "Bugs") Gordish, 82, of Black Lick Township, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, July 5, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Ted was one of five children born to Theodore E. and Julia E. (Toldi) Gordish on June 14, 1943, in Cleveland, OH, and in 1946 the Gordish family relocated to Aultman,...

Jul 5, 2025

James Hogan, of Indiana, PA, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Indiana Regional Medical Center.

He was born on October 23, 1955, in Punxsutawney, PA, to the late Charles and Dorothy (Hileman) Hogan.

Jim was the owner and president of Penn Parts Co. He also served as past president and treasurer of the...

Jun 30, 2025

Sally Jean (Worthing) Elder, 82, of Indiana, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025, in St. Andrews Village, Indiana.

She was born on September 12, 1942, in Saxton, Bedford County, to the late Ray and Virginia (Ritchey) Worthing.

Sally graduated from Saxton Liberty High School in 1960; she worked for Indiana County in Domestics before...

Jun 29, 2025

Alma Pearl (Hollenbaugh) Rhine, aged 107, of Homer City, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, June 29, 2025, in her home.

She was born on April 27, 1918, in Punxsutawney, to the late Albert and Amanda Pearl (Wolff) Hollenbaugh.

Alma was a member of the Luciusboro Methodist Church, she enjoyed quilting,...

Jun 26, 2025

Thomas Leroy Bowman, 68, of Aultman, passed away Thursday, June 26, 2025, at his home.

Born January 12, 1957, in Indiana, he was the son of the late Samuel Norwood Bowman and Alice Marie (Smith) Bowman.

Tom was a graduate of Homer City High School, class of 1974, and went on to earn an associate...

Jun 23, 2025

Janice Marlene (McAfoos) Abel, 82, of Heilwood, passed away surrounded by her family on Monday, June 23, 2025.

She was born in Indiana on Oct. 24, 1942, to Harry and Zelda (Ferringer) McAfoos.

Janice graduated from Marion Center High School. She loved being outside planting flowers, gardening and cutting grass, but especially spending time with...