Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Allegheny, Washington County and Surrounding Areas
Charlotte A. Soubie
Apr 26, 2025
Charlotte A. Soubie, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. She was born May 10, 1942 in Johnstown; a daughter of the late Samuel and Pearl Melnik Markovich. Charlotte dedicated over 25 years of her career to working at CE Kelly Base in Oakdale, where she was a respected and integral...
James "Jim" K. Dry
Apr 20, 2025
James "Jim" K. Dry, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on October 18, 1945, Jim dedicated a significant part of his life to his career as a welder at Recon Industries, where he worked for 25 years before retiring in 2007.
Throughout his life, Jim found immense...
Michael A. Turk
Apr 11, 2025
Michael A. Turk, a distinguished veteran and devoted family man, passed away on April 11, 2025, at Allegheny General Hospital. Born on October 5, 1965 at Canonsburg hospital to Carole L. Montgomery Turk and the late Roger J. Turk. Michael dedicated over 37 years of his life to the United States Airforce, proudly serving as an aircraft mechanic first with...
Sally Marlene VanGysel
Apr 5, 2025
Sally Marlene VanGysel, born on April 16, 1938, in Albia, Iowa, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025, at St. Clair Hospital.
Sally devoted a significant part of her professional life to serving others through her career as a retail manager with the Army Airforce Exchange Service in Oakdale and the 911th Airwing in Moon Township, where she worked for 28...
Geraldine Gevenosky
Mar 22, 2025
Geraldine Florence Tropeck Gevenosky, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 22 , 2025 at the age of 97 with her family by her side. She was born in Sturgeon, Pa on October 10, 1927, and graduated from North Fayette High School. Gerry had worked at several jobs throughout her lifetime. She was a...
Joseph Schlebusch
Mar 15, 2025
Joseph Schlebusch age 66, of McDonald, passed away peacefully at home March 15, 2025.
Joe was born on July 27, 1958. Beloved son of the late Walter (Wally) and Nancy Puccio Schlebusch.
Joe graduated from Ft Cherry HS class of 1977.
Joe was known as a kind, caring person by those that knew him. He also served in the United States Airforce. After his time he...
Brandon Lee Evans
Mar 11, 2025
Brandon Lee Evans, born on May 15, 1980, in Springfield, MO, passed away unexpectedly on March 11, 2025. He was a cherished son, dedicated partner, and respected professional in the oil field industry as a Wireline Engineer.
Brandon was a graduate of Chouteau High School, where he laid the foundation for a life characterized by hard work and commitment to his...
Kimberly Catherine Jones
Mar 4, 2025
Kimberly Catherine Jones was called from her earthly home to her heavenly home on March 4, 2025.
Kim was born on December 9, 1968, at St. Agnes Hospital in White Plains, NY to Vinson and Bernadine Oden Jones. Kim accepted the Lord under the leadership of Rev. Benjamin Scott of First Baptist Church McDonald, PA.
Kim was a 1986 graduate of West...
Gloria J. Hans
Mar 4, 2025
Gloria J. Hans, born on November 6, 1948; a daughter of Chester and Elizabeth Fisher Multunas, passed away peacefully at her residence on March 4, 2025. She was a beloved figure in her community and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Gloria's career spanned many years as a dedicated beautician, serving multiple beauty salons where she shared her...
Howard "Duke" Bellaire
Mar 3, 2025
Howard "Duke" Bellaire, a devoted family man and skilled electrician, left this world on March 3, 2025, just weeks shy of his 84th birthday. Born on March 29, 1940, Duke was a proud graduate of McDonald High School, where he laid the foundation for a life marked by hard work, dedication, and service to others.
Duke's career as an electrician spanned...
David R. James
Feb 26, 2025
David R. James, born on February 28, 1960, in Canonsburg; a son of the late Paul and Bonita Campbell James, passed away on February 26, 2025, at Sewickley Hospital, just two days shy of his 65th birthday. He was a dedicated employee at Walmart in Robinson Township for over 30 years, exemplifying commitment and hard work throughout his career.
A proud...
Joseph A. Scott
Feb 21, 2025
Joseph A. Scott of Independence Township, PA was born on September 10, 1957, passed away peacefully at his residence on February 21, 2025 at the age of 67. He was the son of Joseph Scott (deceased) and Jane Favand and stepson of Gene Marvin (deceased). He will be profoundly missed by his family and friends.
A devoted husband and father, Joe...
Henrietta Lou Anna Walker
Feb 20, 2025
Henrietta Lou Anna Walker, a beloved educator and cherished friend to many, passed away on February 20, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on April 9, 1949, in Canonsburg; a daughter of Paul and Ruth Cauchie Walker, she dedicated her life to shaping young minds through her extensive teaching career. For over 40 years, she served as a teacher...
Betty A. Foley
Feb 19, 2025
Betty A. Foley, 91, a beloved figure in her community and cherished family matriarch, passed away on February 19, 2025, on the family farm. Born on October 19, 1933, in Hanover Township; a daughter of Victor and Anna Dragnet Pershina. She was a dedicated dairy farmer for 26 years, working diligently at the Foley farm where she took great pride...
Dimitri Elyjah Lee Barnett
Feb 4, 2025
Our cherished baby boy, Dimitri Elyjah Lee Barnett, had his life ended before it even began on February 4, 2025. Dimitri is survived by his parents, LynnMarie Barnett and Kenneth Duesenberry as well as his grandparents, Bridget Mick (Oakdale), Roy Barnett (Goodman, MO), Don and Bonnie Duesenberry (Burgettstown). His God Mother, Chantelle Ader-Ramirez (Oakdale). His aunt Paige Mick (Oakdale), and...
Dorothy M. Penberthy
Feb 3, 2025
Dorothy M. Penberthy, a cherished member of the McDonald community, passed away on February 3, 2025, at the age of 99. Born on April 5, 1925, in McDonald, Pennsylvania, Dorothy lived a life rich in love, service, and dedication to her family and community.
Dorothy was a proud graduate of McDonald High School. Throughout her life, she embraced her roles as...
Raymond L. "Butch" Abbott Sr.
Jan 27, 2025
Raymond L. "Butch" Abbott Sr., a loving father and devoted friend, passed away on January 27, 2025, at his residence. Born on January 8, 1944, in Bulger, PA, Butch was a cherished member of his community and a respected figure in his field.
Butch dedicated 25 years of his professional life as a Superintendent for Shenango Steel in Neville Island. His...
Hope Elizabeth Walker
Jan 21, 2025
Hope Elizabeth Walker, born on March 17, 1953, was a cherished member of her community, known for her kind spirit and deep commitment to her faith. She passed away peacefully at her residence on January 21, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and service.
Hope dedicated a significant part of her professional life to the retail industry, working for Dillard's...
Walter D. Tabor Jr. (Butch)
Jan 11, 2025
Walter D. Tabor Jr. age 82 of McDonald, passed at home on Saturday, January 11, 2025.
He was born August 23, 1942 in Pittsburgh; a son of the late Walter D. Sr. and Virginia Shay Tabor.
He was graduate of Chartiers Valley High School, class of 1961. He worked for Local 66 as a heavy equipment operator,
On November 30, 1961, he married...
Daniel Allen Kemp
Jan 2, 2025
Daniel Allen Kemp, the son of the late Danie Kemp and Pauline V. Smith, was born on December 20, 1943 in Cannonsburg, Pennsylvania. He died unexpectedly on January 2, 2025. Daniel was a proud graduate of Canon-McMillan High School and continued his studies at Tennessee State University in Nashville, Tennessee. On November 12, 1994, Daniel was united in holy matrimony...
