All Obituaries

Monica A McIlvain, 72, of Youngwood, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026. She was born on February 3, 1954, in Wheeling, WV., the daughter of the late Bernard and Elizabeth (Jalad) McIlvain. Monica enjoyed traveling the country as a Civil War Reenactor. She was a member of the 11th Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment Company 1 Reenactment, a member of The Commonwealth Ancients Band of Music Fifes and Drums and enjoyed setting up at various Settler events. Monica was a talented artist and ...

Gail "Thelma" Myers, 91, of New Stanton, passed away on Tuesday April 7, 2026. She was born on August 25, 1934, in Rocktown, the daughter of the late George and the late Verdie (Dodson) Gilpin. Gail enjoyed spending time and taking care of her beloved family and was a member of the New Stanton United Methodist Church. She is survived by her children, James P. Myers, of New Stanton, Jackie G. Dusenbery and her husband, Brett, of New Stanton, Beth Noakes and her husband, Ken, of New ...

Clarence Bruce Stone, Sr. of Hunker, passed away on April 2, 2026, at the age of 90 being the oldest living member of his family. He was born January 9, 1936, in Taylor County, W.Va. Just north of Grafton to Willis Arthur stone, sr. And Angie Oletha (Paugh) Stone in a log farmhouse during one of the coldest winters on record, the 2ND of 6 children. He grew up in the cheat neck area of Morgantown. Clarence served in the U.S. Army at fort Bragg, N.C. With the 82ND Airborne as an infantryman ...

Donna M Porterfield, 88, of Youngwood, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. She was born on July 3, 1937, in Midway, the daughter of the late John and Stella Mae (Fox) Morris. Prior to retirement, Donna worked for Eat N Park, in New Stanton for many years. Donna was a graduate of Youngwood High School, where she was head majorette. She was a member of Harrold Zion Lutheran Church in Greensburg, a member of Order of the Eastern Star, the Youngwood Women's Club and a volunteer for Meals on ...

Kathy L Poole, 74, of Greensburg, passed away at her home, on Tuesday March 31, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on May 18, 1951, in Greensburg, the daughter of the late Robert and Betty (Hays) Walthour. Kathy graduated from Hempfield High School Class of 1969. She loved going to craft shows, flea markets, reading, doing word search puzzles, swimming and going on leisurely rides with her husband, Rick, in their Beamer car. She especially loved spending time with her family. In ...

James B Kusiolek, 76, of New Stanton, passed away on Monday March 9, 2026. He was born on December 31, 1949, in Mount Pleasant, oldest son of the late Charles and Anthonette (Kuniec) Kusiolek. Prior to retirement, Jim worked as a drafting supervisor for FS Elliot Company. Jim was a "Car Guy" who enjoyed the classic car hobby and helped family and friends in the restoration of their classic cars. He enjoyed car shows and swap meets around the area and at Carlisle and Hershey, Pa. He ...

Raymond J Murray, 79, of Hempfield Township, passed away on Friday March 6, 2026. He was born on September 3, 1946, in Greensburg, the son of the late Norman and Ophelia (Martinez) Murray. Prior to retirement, Ray was employed by Wabco. After retirement, He worked for at Excela Westmoreland hospital and at the Latrobe Airport. Ray enjoyed relaxing at home, traveling to Atlantic City and going to the casinos. Ray is survived by his loving wife, Jackie (McCracken) Murray, his stepchildren, ...

Edward Smartnick Sr., 90, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026. Born in Youngwood on August 10, 1935, Edward lived a life marked by hard work, wisdom, and devotion to his beloved wife. He was a longtime resident of Donegal before later making his home in Avonmore. Edward proudly served in the United States Navy during the Korean war. He was honorably discharged in 1960. Following his military service, he worked for many years at Westinghouse and Volkswagen. He was also the owner and ...

Marjorie L Crissinger, 89, of Greensburg, passed away on Sunday February 22, 2026. She was born on January 19, 1937, in Greensburg, the daughter of the late Richard and Helen C. (Armstrong) Crissinger. In addition to her parents, Marjorie was preceded in death by her brother, Richard Crissinger; her sister, Helen Black; nephew, Douglas Black, and her niece, Carol Fazenbaker. Marjorie is survived by her siblings, Dorothy Fazenbaker, of Greensburg, Mary Lou Ackley, of Elmira, NY., and Robert ...

Barbara J Barron, 82, of Greensburg, has passed from the physical world to be with her Lord and Savior, on Monday, February 16, 2026. She was born on February 5, 1944, in Greensburg, the daughter of the late Alexander and Dorothy (Brown) Otto. Even though she was small in stature, she was fiercely independent and full of spirit and life. She was a loving GG to her four grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She loved to play games, joke, and challenge everyone's thinking. Barb's ...