All Obituaries

Dolores Kenney, 91, of Youngwood, passed away on Thursday July 29, 2021 She was born on September 10, 1929 in Youngwood, the daughter of the late Frank and Viola (Ruffo) Placey. Dolores was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Youngwood and retired as a beautician after many years. She is survived by her son-in-law Gary Ciarimboli of Greensburg; her beloved grandchildren, Kelsey Ciarimboli ESQ., and partner John, of Newport Beach, Ca., Cameron Ciarimboli, and fiancé Jessica, of...

David B Seanor, 50, of Youngwood, passed away on Wednesday July 28, 2021 He was born on January 9, 1971 in Greensburg, the son of the late Gary and Deborah (Dwyer) Seanor.  David's loves of his life were his pups, Bella and Sadie. David is survived by his daughter, Brittany Seanor, of Smithton; his brothers, Scott Seanor (Courtney), of West Newton and Justin Seanor of Greensburg; his aunt, Denise Jordan, of Greensburg; his uncles, Richard Seanor and Walter Seanor, both of...

Connie A. Poole, 80, of Greensburg, died Monday, July 26, in Walnut Ridge Memory Care. She was born November 13, 1940, in Greensburg, Pa. She was the daughter of the late Arthur and Louise (Christopher) Panichella. She was a graduate of Hempfield High School, Class of 1958. She worked in the food service industry for 45 years with Jeannette Importing and Rinehart Food Service. Connie loved her job and created many special bonds with her customers and coworkers. She was a beautiful person...

Dennis S Strosko, died July 19, 2021 at home at the age of 78. He was born on October 20, 1942, the son of the late Steve and Edith (Thomas) Strosko. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Patricia (Ulishney) Strosko; his sons, Dennis J and wife, Sandra, of Washington, Pa. and Daniel A. and wife, Liz, of Greensburg; his daughters, Debbie Marstellar and husband, Kevin, of Greensburg and Dawn Strosko of Hunker; his three grandchildren, Steve, Michael and Maggi; his great granddaughter Talia....

Emma Hegedus-Malis, age 90 of Holland, passed away July 7, 2021 at Resthaven Care Center in Holland, MI. Emma was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Youngwood, PA where she lived for many years with her husband of 60 years Joseph A. Malis. The couple moved later in life to Holland and become members of St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church. She loved quilting, gardening, and was a great cook. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Joseph; siblings, Michael Hegedus, George...

Karen H Oliver, 61, of Youngwood, passed away on Saturday July 3, 2021 She was born on January 16, 1960 in Sewickley, the daughter of the late Conley and Charleen (Morris) Haymond. Karen is survived by her beloved husband, Ricky Oliver; her son Paul Oliver of Youngwood; her brother, Les Haymond, of Baden; her niece, Sarah and nephew, Tyler. Karen is also survived by her brother-in-law, Christopher Lee Oliver. Karen was Methodist by Faith. She taught at the Webster Co. School District and the...

Ruth A Baker, 73, of Greensburg, passed away on Monday June 28, 2021. She was born on August 12, 1947 in Derry, the daughter of the late Harry and Catherine (Lemmon) Dugan. Ruth is survived by her loving husband, Jack Baker, of Greensburg; her son, Jack Baker Jr., of Frenchville; her grandson, Tyler Baker; two great grandchildren, Kayden and Alex. Ruth is also survived by her sisters, Shirley Pandolph of Irwin and Brenda Shaffer of Latrobe. Services will be held at a later date.

Joseph R Sostarich II, 85, of Yukon, passed away on Thursday June 24, 2021 He was born on September 9, 1935 in Lemont, the son of the late Joseph and Anna (Volesko) Sostarich. In addition to his parents, Joseph was predeceased by his sister Eleanor Smarslok. He is survived by his loving wife, Carol (Martin) Sostarich of Yukon; his children, Michelle Watson (Edward), of Pottstown, Denise Trout (Clyde), of Jeannette and Renee Gensamer (Tim), of West Creek, NJ., Joseph Sostarich III...

Kayla Marie Shank, 33, of Derry, formerly of Youngwood, passed away on Tuesday June 22, 2021 She was born on December 8, 1987 in Greensburg, the daughter of Jamie (Janos) Bematre of Derry and the late Michael Shank. In addition to her mother, Kayla is survived by her brother, Jesse Shank of Derry; her maternal grandparents, Walter "Tut" and Sally Janos, of Youngwood and her paternal grandparents, James and Karen Bargo, of North Carolina. Kayla is also survived by her nephew, Jace...

Geraldine "Gerry" Kolar, 79, of New Stanton, passed away on Monday June 21, 2021 She was born on September 14, 1941 in Hunker, the daughter of the late Albert and Betty (McKeel) Kolar. Gerry retired from Union Switch & Signal in Pittsburgh and played in the former Bill's Bar Dart League. She is survived by her brother, Jim Kolar of Ruffsdale; her sister, D.J. Raley of Hunker and her numerous nieces and nephews. Per Gerry's wishes, there will be no visitation or...