Obituaries

Nov 19, 2024

Lawrence J. “Larry” Worstell Jr.

Lawrence J. Worstell Jr. age 84, of McDonald, passed peacefully at home with family by his side, on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. 

He was born August 5, 1940 in McDonald; a son of Lawrence Sr. and Virginia M. Horner Worstell. 

Larry worked for Gilbert Construction in McDonald for over 30 years.  

On February 3, 1962, he married Eileen...

Nov 17, 2024

Lila Mae Turk

Lila Mae Turk, age 94 of McDonald, passed Sunday, November 17, 2024.

She was born April 6, 1930 in Midway; a daughter of Campbell and Gertrude Brockman Gilles.

Mrs. Turk was a McDonald High School graduate. She was a Bank Teller in her early years. She then worked for Olivero Buick as a Administrator for over 10 years.

On November 29,...

Nov 16, 2024

Isabelle D. Krenn 

 Isabelle D. Krenn, age 90, of McDonald, passed peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, November 16, 2024. 

 She was born July 8, 1934 in Bridgeville, PA; a daughter of Armido “Elmer” and Vertighe (Tomassi) Levi. 

 She married her loving husband Samuel T. Krenn on November 28, 1953, who preceded her in death on April 9, 2000. 

 Isabelle was...

Nov 10, 2024

John J. Graff, age 91, a lifelong resident of Canonsburg, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2024.

Born April 12, 1933, to John and Josephine Bondi Graff, John was a devoted husband, father, grandfather

and great-grandfather, whose unwavering love for his family and his community left a lasting impact on all

who knew him.

John is survived by his beloved wife of 69 years,...

Oct 23, 2024

Edward L. Paquet, age 91, of Burgettstown passed on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.

 He was born March 30, 1933 in McDonald; a son of Alphonse and Sylvia Behling Paquet. 

 Edward was a United States Veteran; where he served in the Army during the Korean War. He worked for Woodville State Hospital for over 20years and retired in 1985.

 He was a lifetime member...

Oct 21, 2024

Timmy A. Bowe, a beloved member of his family and community, was born on July 6, 1974, in Columbus, Ohio. He passed away peacefully at his residence on October21, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.

Timmy dedicated over 25 years of his life to his career as a welder for Universal Electric in Bridgeville, which is now...

Oct 19, 2024

Robert C. Wilbert, a beloved father and grandfather, passed away on October 19, 2024 in his home surrounded by his family at the age of 73. Born on December 8, 1950 in Pittsburgh, PA. Robert was a proud graduate of West Allegheny High School, class of 1969. He dedicated his professional life to the Boilermakers Local 154, where he worked...

Oct 5, 2024

Alice A. Todorowski, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2024 at her home. She was born on April 14, 1946, in Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania; a daughter of Anthony J. and Ellen J. Elcock Signorella.

Alice dedicated over 30 years to her profession in nursing, proudly working at various medical facilities throughout her career. Her final position was at Mayview State Hospital,...

Oct 5, 2024

William E. McElhany age 96, of McDonald, passed Saturday, October 5, 2024. 

 He was born February 26, 1928 in McDonald; a son of Willian Charles and Adeline Faber McElhany.

 William was a graduate of McDonald High School class of 1946. He then served in the United States Army during World War II. After serving in The Army he began working for Bell...

Sep 10, 2024

Katrina Rose Lange 37, of McDonald, became peacefully free of cancer on Tuesday, September 10, surrounded by her family.

Katrina was born September 22, 1986, to the late Anna Harvey, and raised to be the strong, kind, and thoughtful woman we knew and loved by Tom Harvey and Sandy Skrupa.

She grew up in Scott...

Sep 1, 2024

Wilma J. Rashley, age 93, of Carnegie, passed on Sunday, September 1, 2024.

She was born December 16, 1930; a daughter of James and Lillian Terle Shirey.

Wilma worked for over 20 years at Vimco Pasta Company in Carnegie.

She is preceded in death by her husband George Rashley, who passed August 31,...

Aug 20, 2024

Ruth Hawkins, 90, of Southview, passed peacefully surrounded by her family on August 20, 2024.

She was born October 8, 1933 in Markleysburg, PA; a daughter of Daniel and Hazel Bird McCarthy.

Ruth worked as a packer for Patti Petite Cookie in Bridgeville where she retired in 2012. She enjoyed working on crossword puzzles, watching...

Aug 17, 2024

Elaine P. Hoag, 90, of McDonald, passed on August 17, 2024.

She was born on January 27, 1934; a daughter of Tela and Mary Mahoney Davis.

Elaine was a secretary at Fort Cherry Elementary school for over 30 years.

She enjoyed traveling, taking many bus trips with her friends, watching the Steelers play...

Jul 25, 2024

Loraine Skarupa, age 91, of McDonald, passed Thursday, July 25, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born September 11, 1932; a daughter of Frank and Pauline Lesko Hallam.

Loraine was a graduate of McDonald High School class of 1951; where she was a majorette and a guard on the basketball team.

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Jul 17, 2024

Clare Joyce Kress age 81, of Primrose, fell asleep in the arms of Jesus on Wednesday morning, July 17, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones.

Clare was born on November 12, 1942 in Pittsburgh; a daughter of James Wilson and Clara Emily Dumann McMurray, she lived a life full of grace, love, and devotion to Jesus and...

Jul 11, 2024

Debra L. Lemasters, 70 of Weirton, formerly of Clinton, passed on Thursday, July 11, 2024.

She was born December 2, 1954; a daughter of Joseph and Loretta Sylanski Dixon.

Debra was a graduate of Fort Cherry High School class of 1972. She worked for Raggedy Ann’s Educational Child Care in McDonald and then Action Supply...

Jul 9, 2024

Gary R. Margerum, age 78, of Summerfield FL., passed on July 9, 2024.

He was born July 31, 1945 in McDonald; a son of Henry Sr. and Ora Chambon Margerum.

Gary was a graduate of Fort Cherry High School. After graduation he joined the United States Navy and proudly served until retiring in 1983.

Jun 18, 2024

Donald A. Godfrey, age 83, passed, Tuesday, June 18, 2024.

He was born February 7, 1941 in Cecil, PA.; a son of Joseph and Caroline Adams Godfrey.

Don was a fabricator at Teledyne Steel in Carnegie for ten years. He also served in the National Guard.

On July 23, 1971, he married Janet...

Jun 15, 2024

Donald A. “Skags” Cagnon,  age 74, of Midway, passed on Saturday June 15, 2024.

He was born December 31, 1949 in Pittsburgh; a son of Merle Sr. and Bernice Reed Cagnon.

Don was a graduate of Fort Cherry High School. He worked for Weirton Steel.

On February 2, 1974, he married Barbara G....

Jun 9, 2024

William “Hush” C. Elias, age 75, of Sturgeon, passed away on Sunday, June 9th, 2024.

He was born July 31, 1948 in Canonsburg; son of Harry Elias and Wilma Jean Moore Elias Skrip.

William was a graduate of Burgettstown High School class of 1966.  He then joined the United States Army, where he proudly served...