Obituaries

Jan 16, 2021

James Richard “Jim” Thornton II, 77, of Greensburg, died peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at Westmoreland Hospital in Greensburg.

Jim was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was also a loving son, brother, uncle and friend to those that knew him. He was born April 4, 1943 in Pittsburgh,...

Jan 15, 2021

Benjamin Theodore Williams Jr., 70 of Greensburg passed away, Friday, January 15, 2021.

Ted was born January 3, 1951 in Greensburg, a son of the late Benjamin Theodore Williams Sr. and Violet  H. Thompson Williams.

Surviving are his brother and sister.

Services for Ted will be private.

Interment will be in...

Jan 14, 2021

Lois Elizabeth Schingman Weyandt, 92 of Hempfield Township, died on January 14, 2021.

She was born September 7, 1928 in Jeannette. She was the daughter of the late Paul and Florence Lewis Schlingman of Norvelt.

She was a member of the Daughters of the Union Veterans of the Civil War, Tent 56, Pleasant Unity President,...

Jan 14, 2021

Shirley M. Hawk, 91, of Greensburg, died Thursday, January 14, 2021 at Weatherwood Manor, Greensburg.  She was born on April 9, 1929 in Jeannette, PA, a daughter of the late D. Robert and Mary Bossart Miller.  She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Greensburg.  She was a graduate of Greensburg High School in 1947 and graduated from Western...

Jan 14, 2021

Edward B. “Eddie” Papuga, 85, of Greensburg, died Thursday, January 14, 2021 at New Haven Court in Greensburg. He was born March 27, 1935 in Patton, a son of the late Steven and Elizabeth (Haluska) Papuga. He was number 13 out of 18 children. Edward had been a U.S. Steel Worker Edgar Thompson Works for 40 years. He was...

Jan 14, 2021

Esther June Diehl, of Greensburg, born July 2, 1925, passed away January 14, 2021.

If you know our family, you knew this woman. And you know she was so incredibly special. She left us this week. I wanted to keep her forever, and in some ways I will because she left us with so much to hang...

Jan 13, 2021

Jim Alcorn, 75, of Irwin passed away Jan. 13 in Forbes Regional hospital due to Covid 19 complications.  He was preceded in death by parents Ruth and Matthew Alcorn.

He is survived by loving wife of 52 years, Jackie Faust Alcorn, and four children: Matt (Amy) of Chicago, IL,  Mike (Mary) of Palm Beach, FL, Dan of...

Jan 13, 2021

Ralph W. Snyder, 80 of Greensburg died peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, January 13, 2021. Ralph was a loving husband, devoted father and beloved Pap. He was also a loyal son, brother and uncle, a true friend and a selfless coach. Ralph was born February 28, 1940 in Rostraver Township to the late Edgar F....

Jan 7, 2021

Joan (Peterson) Dysert, 83, of Greensburg PA, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2021, with her family by her side. She was born on December 4, 1937 in Turtle Creek PA, a daughter of the late William and Catherine (Stadterman) Peterson. After high school, Joan took a job at American Standard in Pittsburgh, where she met her husband Bill...

Jan 5, 2021

Carol L. Leshock, 78 of Greensburg, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at Redstone Highlands (North Huntingdon).  She was born January 11, 1942 in Mt. Pleasant a daughter of the late Gilbert Leasure and Ruth (Shaw) Leasure.

Prior to her retirement, Carol was employed by West Penn Power Co. of Greensburg for 35+ years, and...

Jan 4, 2021

Mary Lou Null, age 93, passed away on Monday, January 4, 2021 at Trinity Oaks, Salisbury, NC. She was preceded in death by her husband Richard M. Null.

She is survived by her sister Carolyn Klingensmith of Ligonier, PA; three sons, Christopher (Lisa) Null of Benton, AR; Richard (Lori) Null of Palmdale, CA and John (Ann) Null...

Jan 3, 2021

Ruth (Keener) Magnuson died on Sunday, January 3, 2021 in Charleston, SC. She was born January 28, 1923 in Chattanooga TN, the daughter of the late Verner Keener and Delia (Holbert) Keener. She was predeceased by her loving husband, George; and sisters, Frances Rowell (Les) and Jean Dillon (Red). She is survived by her children, Pam Williams (Lysle) of...

Jan 3, 2021

Sarah P. Giron, 88, of South Greensburg, died, Sunday, January 3, 2021, in Select Specialty Hospital, Latrobe.  She was born on April 24, 1932 in New Stanton, a daughter of the late Frank E. and Caroline Anderson Poorman.  Sarah was employed as a nurse at Westmoreland Hospital before retiring to take care of her family.  She was a member...

Jan 1, 2021

Ronald T. Florence, 73, of Greensburg, passed away Friday, Jan. 1, 2021, at Excela Westmoreland Hospital. He was born Nov. 25, 1947, in Greensburg, son of the late Thomas and Clara (Fleming) Florence. Prior to retirement, he was employed by Elliott Company in Jeannette for 42 years. He was an avid golfer and liked going to casinos. Ron was...

Jan 1, 2021

Audrey Ann (Olmer) Reid, 82, of Greensburg, PA peacefully passed away on Friday, January 1, 2021. Audrey was born on June 26, 1938 in Youngwood, PA, a daughter of the late W. Carle Olmer, Sr. and Ruth L. (Smith) Olmer.

Audrey graduated Salutatorian from Youngwood High School in Youngwood, PA in 1956 where she was an accomplished...

Jan 1, 2021

Josephine Newman went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, Jan. 1, 2021 at the age of 95. She graduated from Greensburg Salem High School and was then employed at the Manos Theatre, where she sold tickets. She had many fond memories of that job and loved seeing the children. Later she was employed at Beneficial...

Jan 1, 2021

Fred R. Guiher, 95, of Butler passed away Monday, March 1, 2021 at The Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Greensburg.

He was born in Grampian, Pa, the son of Ray and Ruth Guiher.  He was a World War II Veteran who served on the USS Lexington.  After retiring as a businessman in the Butler community, he enjoyed...

Dec 31, 2020

Joan C. Guldenschuh, 90 of Greensburg, passed away, Thursday, December 31, 2020.

She was born May 12, 1930  in Washington, PA, the daughter of  the late Frances Connelly and Davin Thomas 'DT' Connelly.

Joan was a member of St. John Baptist de La Salle and the Secular Francisans.

Prior to retirement, she worked...

Dec 25, 2020

Jean Pretter Brill, 94, passed away on December 25. She was predeceased by her husband William Brill; and her four sisters Barbara Cushner, Ruth Albert, Betty Kuperstock and Joan Mendler.  She is survived by her two sons Martin (Debbie) and Bernie (Linda); along with three grandchildren and a great grandson. Jean was raised in Pittsburgh by her parents Max...

Dec 25, 2020

Naomi Ruth Levinson, 95 of Jeannette, died, Friday, December 25, 2020 in Brookdale Senior Living.  She was born May 14, 1925 in Jeannette, the daughter of the late William and Genevieve (Guy) Gaskell. Naomi was known by many as an avid bridge player.  She was awarded the title of Life Master from the American Contract Bridge League. Bridge was her...