Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Allegheny, Washington County and Surrounding Areas
Rebecca Ann Plezia
Oct 8, 2025
Rebecca Ann Plezia, age 65, of Bridgeville, passed peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on October 8, 2025.
She was born June 27, 1960, to Larry Carter, Sr. and the late Geraldine Demnyan Carter.
Rebecca was a graduate of Fort Cherry High School class of 1978. She was a Business Analyst for Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield in Pittsburgh. She...
Paul D. Chappell
Oct 3, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude that we celebrate the life of Paul Douglas Chappell who was called home to be healed by his Lord and Savior on Friday, October 3, 2025.
Paul was born on May 20, 1961 in Weirton, WV Paul was the son of Arthur Chappell, Sr. and the late Emma (Mutton) Chappell.
Paul is also proceeded...
Janice Hope Brancart Walker
Oct 2, 2025
It is with great sadness that we, her children, share the passing of Janice Hope “Jan” Brancart Walker, who departed this world peacefully at home on October 2, 2025, at the age of 88.
Jan was born in 1937, in Sturgeon, PA, to Gustave Brancart and Marie Miller Brancart. She grew up with an older brother, Jim, and an older sister,...
Gloria J. Alston
Sep 21, 2025
Gloria Juanita Alston (Gigi) entered this world on February 6, 1938, and returned home to be with the Lord on September 21, 2025. A child of the King and a daughter of the late David D. Alston Sr. and Alice B. (Bell) Alston.
“She opens her mouth in skillful and Godly wisdom and on her tongue is the law of kindness”...
Charles D. Lacey
Sep 2, 2025
Charles "Chuck" D. Lacey, age 83, passed on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. He was born June 8, 1942; a son of Charles H. and Rose Little Lacey.
Chuck was a graduate of Fort Cherry High school class of 1960. He was a machinist for H&S, formerly in Oakdale, for over 20 years.
Charles love to raise Beagles. He was a member of...
Thomas David Boris
Aug 28, 2025
Pastor Thomas David Boris, age 83, beloved husband, father, Pap, and faithful servant of the Lord, went home to be with Jesus on August 28, 2025.
Thomas lived a life marked by faith, family, and service. Known to many for the hat he proudly wore—emblazoned with “FBI: Firm Believer in Jesus”—his passion for the Word was evident in everything he did....
Cheryl Diane VanGriethuysen
Aug 24, 2025
Cheryl Diane VanGriethuysen, a beacon of unwavering love and loyalty, was born on January 1, 1956, in the tranquil town of Loma Linda, California. She graced this world for nearly seven decades, guiding and nurturing all who were fortunate enough to wander into her embrace. On August 24, 2025, she departed unexpectedly from this life, leaving a profound void in...
Marlene Felton Runtas
Jul 29, 2025
Marlene Felton Runtas, 89 of McDonald, passed on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. She was born July 28, 1936 in McDonald, PA; a daughter of Howard and Lucy Dillon Felton.
On November 12, 1955 she married Gerald Runtas, who survives.
Marlene was a graduate of McDonald High School, class of 1954. She worked for over 30 years for the Fort Cherry School District,...
Louis Henry Muller
Jul 29, 2025
Louis Henry Muller, 91, of Burgettstown lived each day to its fullest until he took his last breath on July 29, 2025. Son of Louis and Catherine Goldbach Muller, he was born July 13, 1934, in Presto PA. He was a carpenter by trade and a proud member of Carpenter's Local 420. Lou was also a member of St. Isidore...
Sherri Lynn Deveaney
Jul 17, 2025
Sherri Lynn Deveaney, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend of many passed away on July 17, 2025, at Magee Women's Hospital. Born on July 9, 1964, in Washington, Pennsylvania; a daughter of the late Wallace "Wally" and Nancy A. Smith Sturgeon. Sherri was a 1982 graduate of Fort Cherry High School, who worked for Title 365 in Moon...
Lois Ann Dempe
Jul 13, 2025
Lois Ann Parkison Dempe, 92, of McDonald, passed away on Sunday morning, July 13, 2025 in St. Clair Hospital, Mt. Lebanon.
She was born on August 28, 1932 in Pittsburgh; a daughter of the late Ernest William and Grace Frazier Parkison.
Mrs. Dempe enjoyed being a homemaker and being with her family and grandchildren.
Her husband, John D. “Jack” Dempe who she married...
Deanna J. Rossi
Jul 8, 2025
Deanna J. Rossi, born on November 25, 1948, in Washington, PA, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She was the cherished daughter of John Henry and Georgia J. (Hooker) Jennette.
On May 4, 1968 she married Dominick W. Rossi who passed on June 3, 2018.
A proud graduate of Fort Cherry High School, class of 1966,...
Tara Elaine Causey
Jun 29, 2025
Tara Elaine Causey, 47, of Midway, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born to the late Dee McCarty and Linsey Bennett, Tara was a proud graduate of Fort Cherry High School.
She is survived by her two sons, Dustin and Ryan, and her longtime partner, JP Stankowski. Tara was a beloved sister to Chad (Mary) Bennett...
Nicole D. Heirendt Ackley
Jun 29, 2025
Nicole Diane Heirendt,56, of McDonald, passed away on Sunday June 29, 2025 in Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh.
She was born on June 27, 1969 in St. Clair Hospital a daughter of Marlene Lesjak Heirendt of Washington and the late William J. Heirendt.
A 1987 graduate of the Fort Cherry High School, she also graduated from the Pittsburgh Beauty Academy and earned her...
Larry James Castner
Jun 23, 2025
Larry James Castner, age 67, of Canonsburg, died on Monday, June 23, 2025.
He was born May 1, 1958 in Canonsburg; a son of Alfred M. and Margaret Matalik Castner.
Larry was a landscaper. He worked for Lifetime landscaping in McMurray and Bruce Lee landscaping in Bridgeville.
Surviving is a daughter Sarah Johnting of IN.; seven sisters, Marjorie (late Phil) Levato of Canonsburg,...
John "Little John" Andrew Robertson
Jun 14, 2025
John “Little John” Andrew Robertson
John Andrew Robertson, age 87, of McDonald, passed Saturday, June 14, 2025
He was born, November 25, 1937, in McDonald; a son of Thomas and Mary Benard Robertson.
John was a graduate of McDonald High School class of 1955. He worked as a assistant postmaster in McDonald for 32 years where he retired in 1992.
On July 11, 1970,...
Antoinette "Toni" J. Kozlowski
Jun 13, 2025
Antoinette J. "Toni" Kozlowski age 77, passed peacefully at home on June 13, 2025.
She was born April 24, 1948; a daughter of Rosalie A. Truchan Koza.
Toni was a graduate of West Allegheny High School class of 1966. She was a registered nurse at John J. Kane hospital in the North Hills.
Antoinette was a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses...
Elizabeth J. "Liz" Spotti
Jun 10, 2025
Elizabeth (Liz) Jaye (Schilinski) Spotti, beloved wife of Donald Spotti Jr., passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the age of 44. Liz was born on October 28, 1980,in Washington, PA. Daughter of Mara and John Schilinski both of Slovan.
Liz had a fierce love for life and never did anything halfway. She especially loved feeling the sun on...
Roxanne Mary Shute
Jun 9, 2025
Roxanne Mary Shute, age 71, peacefully passed on Monday, June 9, 2025 at Allegheny General Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 3, 1953, in Hickman, Pennsylvania. She was welcomed into the world by the late Phillip Gerald and Mary Katherine (Venersky) Schomer.
Roxanne dedicated over 20 years of her professional life to the Marketing Department at...
Ruth Priscilla "Sam" Roberts
May 8, 2025
Ruth Priscilla "Sam" Roberts age 75 of McDonald, passed Thursday, May 8, 2025.
She was born March 18, 1950; a daughter of Thomas Groff and Ruth Sutherland Miller.
"Sam" was a Sole Proprietor in the restaurant business. She was the owner of the Sand Trap in McDonald, now known as Harrington's. "Sam" was a animal activist. She loved all animals in general....
