Obituaries

Jan 29, 2022

Mickey A. Conn, 64, passed away Saturday, January 29, 2022.

At his request all services will be private under the direction of GRAFT-JACQUILLARD FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, INC. SCOTTDALE, PA.

Jan 12, 2022

Mary Ann Jaram, 62 of Scottdale, passed away Wednesday, January 12, 2022.  She was born June 21, 1959 in Brownsville a daughter of the late William Steven Veres and Rose Marie (Pinardi) Veres who survives.

Mary Ann was currently employed in the office of Dr. Zaitoon.  She was an active and faithful member of Wooddale Bible Brethren...

Jan 7, 2022

Carol A. Myers, 70 of Scottdale passed away peacefully, Friday, January 7, 2022.  She was born September 19, 1951 in Connellsville a daughter of the late Emery and Marjorie (Myers) Keefer.

After graduating from Connellsville High School, she worked at Frick Hospital.  She married the love of her life, William L. “Bill” Myers in 1974.  Carol became...

Jan 6, 2022

Daniel B. Crouse, 64 of Scottdale, passed away January 6, 2022.  He was born March 3, 1957 in Connellsville a son of the late Boyd and Alice Crouse.

Dan, along with his wife Becky was the owner of Hometown Diner, Connellsville.

He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his wife Rebecca "Becky"  Crouse...

Jan 6, 2022

Marcy A. David, 56 of Connellsville passed away, Thursday, January 6, 2022 surrounded by her loving family.  She was born November 25, 1965 in Mt. Pleasant a daughter of the late Harold Glenn David and Betty Jane (Roadman) Schwartz.

Marcy was a free spirit, who shared her love of the Lord with every friend she met. She...

Jan 1, 2022

Margaret J. Sandzimier, 87 of Scottdale, passed away, Saturday, January 1, 2022.  She was born July 24, 1934 in Everson a daughter of the late Joseph and Frances (Stepanic) Siwula.

Margie was a devoted homemaker and had previously worked as an operator for the former Bell Telephone Company.  She enjoyed bingo and bus trips to the casinos. ...

Dec 24, 2021

Dorothy Jane Harrer, 90, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away Friday, Dec. 24, 2021. She was born Dec. 28, 1930, in Mt. Pleasant Township, a daughter of the late Andrew John Fencil and Edna Susan (Sheets) Fencil.

Dorothy was a loving and devoted mother, grammy and great-grammy. Spending time with her family brought her much joy, be it...

Dec 19, 2021

Milton A. Highlands, 80 of Ruffs Dale, passed away Sunday, December 19, 2021.  He was born May 10, 1941 in Jeannette a son of the late John Hiram and Barbara (McCready) Highlands.

Milton was self-employed as a land surveyor for fifty years.  He was a devoted husband and a fantastic father.  He was a former swim coach...

Dec 16, 2021

David R. Shallenberger, 58 , died suddenly at his home in Pittsburgh on Thursday, December 16, 2021. He was born Nov.1, 1963 in Connellsville to Robert (Buzz) and Karen Shallenberger of Scottdale. He was a graduate of Southmoreland High School and Penn State University.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his little dog Gambet...

Dec 12, 2021

Joseph A. Sabat, 71 of Scottdale, passed away Sunday, December 12, 2021.  He was born July 5, 1950 in Coraopolis a son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Lozen) Sabat.

Joe was a graduate of Southmoreland High School Class of 1968 and served six years in the Army National Guard attaining the rank of SP5.  He had...

Nov 29, 2021

Nobleen E. Thomas, 59 of Everson passed away Monday, November 29, 2021.  She was born September 1, 1962 in Connellsville a son of the late William Stimmel, Sr and Virginia (Weimer) Stimmel who survives.

Nobleen was a loving mother, grandmother and sister. She was a lover of animals and she enjoyed shopping and walking the trails. She...

Nov 25, 2021

Frank Lindley Rush, 82 of Scottdale passed away, Thanksgiving Day,  November 25, 2021 in the comfort of his home.  He was born July 5, 1939 in Connellsville, a son of Alfred M. and Sara (Engel) Rush.

Frank was a graduate of Scottdale High School Class of 1957 and received his Bachelor of Science degree from The Pennsylvania...

Nov 16, 2021

D. Jean Santarel, 85 of Everson, passed away, Tuesday, November 16, 2021.  She was born November 1, 1936 in Mt. Pleasant a daughter of the late Frank and Julia (Collins) Shandorf.

Jean was retired from the Southmoreland School District where she had been employed as a baker in the cafeteria.  She was a member of St. John...

Nov 12, 2021

Donald R. Leasure, 72, formerly of Scottdale, passed away Friday, November 12, 2021.  He was born February 18, 1949 in Scottdale a son of the late E. Ruth Leasure.

He is survived by his uncle, Harry T. Keslar, Sr., of Scottdale and many cousins locally  as well as, Ohio, Maryland, Nevada and Florida.  The family also wishes...

Oct 20, 2021

In loving memory of William Ewart Clarkson Jr., 90, of Connellsville, PA, who passed away peacefully at Excela Frick Hospital on Wednesday, October 20, 2021, surrounded by loved ones during his final days.

Bill was born October 25, 1930, to the late William Ewart Clarkson Sr. and the late Alice (Cope) Clarkson of 4th Avenue, Scottdale, PA....

Oct 20, 2021

William Richard “Rich” Davis, 76, of South Huntingdon Township, passed away October 20, 2021.  Rich was born November 15, 1944 in Mt. Pleasant a son of the late William and Sarah (Layman) Davis.

Rich was a self-employed truck driver for over 40 years.  He enjoyed his occupation so much that he always said he never worked a...

Oct 7, 2021

Kathy G. Smith, 72 of Connellsville, passed away, Thursday, October 7, 2021.  She was born March 12, 1949 in Mt. Pleasant a daughter of the late Thomas and Eva Nelle (Pletcher) Ridenour.

Kathy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She had been employed at Seven Springs Resort, Champion and Woodcrest Senior Living, Scottdale.  Kathy was...

Oct 3, 2021

William E. Smitley, III, 92 of Scottdale, passed away, Sunday, October 3, 2021.  He was born January 19, 1929 in Mt. Pleasant a son of the late William E. Smitley, Jr and Nellie Rodgers Smitley.

Bill retired from US Steel Homestead Works and was a graduate of Hurst High School class of 1948.  He was a member...

Sep 27, 2021

Patricia Dawn White, 80, originally of Fairview, PA, passed away peacefully at Redstone Highlands in Greensburg on Monday, September 27, 2021.

She was born in Battle Creek, Michigan on June 18, 1941 a daughter of the late Dawn Zimmerman and Dale and Arlene James.

Pat was preceded in death by her loving husband of 51 years,...

Sep 20, 2021

Edward A. Guest, 89 of Scottdale, passed away, Monday, September 20, 2021.  He was born April 24, 1932 in Scottdale a son of the late Sidney and Ina (Hixson) Guest.

Early in his career, Ed had been employed by Bell Telephone Company.  He was later employed by Gamewell and also ran his own business under the name...