OBITUARIES
Samuel Ross
October 14, 2026
Samuel (Sam) Wayne Ross Age 88 (September 4, 1938) of Houston, PA passed away peacefully on October 14, 2026, surrounded by his family.
The son of late Frank and Ann Ross, Houston, PA and late sister Ruth Battistone (Carl), Bethel Park, PA.
After graduating from Canonsburg High School in 1956 Sam joined and proudly served in the United States Marine Corps. After...
Paul Bednar
October 13, 2026
Paul Joseph Bednar Sr., age 79, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. He was born on April 21, 1947, and was a lifelong Pittsburgh-area native whose love of family, friends, sports, music and a good sense of humor remained at the heart of his life.
He is survived by his loving wife, Phyllis Bednar; his daughter, Jill (Bednar) Johnson and...
Charlisse Puree
October 11, 2026
Challise Puree, age 76, of Hobe Sound, FL, died on October 11th, 2026, in Florida. She was born July 24, 1950, to the parents of Victor Quitsie and Josephine Mavrich Puree, owners of Quitse’s Congress in Washington, PA.
Challise was very adventurous. She had dancing lessons starting at age 3 until she was 16. She often performed with her father in...
Dennis Sweda
October 8, 2026
Dennis Michael Sweda passed away surrounded by his family's love, leaving a legacy of faith, hard work, generosity, and unwavering devotion to those he loved.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Basil and Audrey Sweda; his brothers, Richard, David (Survived by his wife Carol, Son Adam (Ashley), and Daughter Elizabeth), and Douglas; and his wife, Sandy McCaffrey.
Dennis was the...
Rudy Dami
October 3, 2026
Rudy Dami, age 85, died peacefully at Celebration Villa of Lakemont Farms. He was born on April 20, 1941, son of Sereno and Mildred (Rolek) Dami.
Rudy was a member of the VFW. He loved to fish, hunt, and was a big fan of NASCAR. He liked to listen to country and western music.
Left behind to share his memory is his...
Paul L. Hoffman, Jr.
October 3, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved father, Paul L. Hoffman Jr., of Cecil, Pennsylvania. Born July 7, 1942, he passed peacefully at home on October 3, 2026, surrounded by his loving children. Paul was a proud, hardworking man who lived life fully and found his greatest joy in his family, his faith, and the people...
Albert Petrush
October 2, 2026
Albert Petrush, age 77, of Independence Township, died unexpectedly on October 2nd. He was the son of the late Raphael and Barbara Russum Petrush. Albert was a graduate of Gateway High School.
Albert loved the outdoors and hiking. After retirement, he enjoyed tinkering in the garage working on cars and small engines. He also enjoyed gardening and cutting grass on the...
Conchita del Rosario
October 1, 2026
Conchita “Chit” Mondejar del Rosario, 82, of Washington, PA passed away peacefully on October 1, 2026 at her home surrounded by family. Born on March 10, 1944, in Butuan City, Philippines to Salud and Ricarido Sr., she later made Belleville, NJ her home.
She graduated with a Chemical Engineering degree from Adamson University and earned a master’s degree in mathematics. In...
Leila May McClain
September 30, 2026
Leila May McClain, age 97, who spent most of her life in Canonsburg, passed away on September 30, 2026, under the care of her son in Florida. She was born in New Kensington, the fifth daughter of the late Albert and Anna (Sams) Dager.
Leila graduated from Canonsburg High School. She retired after many years working for RCA and then Black...
Earlene Marie Uram
September 29, 2026
Earlene Marie Uram, 78, of Canonsburg, passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind a loving family who will forever cherish her memory.
Born July 19, 1948, Earlene affectionately known as “Ernie” was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She was born at Canonsburg Hospital and was the daughter of Earl Paul and Rose (Moze) Barney. She graduated from the Canon-McMillan...
Maureen Zingerman
September 28, 2026
Maureen Scanlon Zingerman, 78, of Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at Townview Health & Rehab Center on September 28, 2026, in the presence of her children.
Maureen was born on June18, 1948 in Pittsburgh to the late William & Rita Scanlon. She was preceded in death by her sister, Kathleen Fillippa, and brother-in-law, John “Jack” Fillippa.
Maureen was raised in Brighton Heights...
David A. McPeake
September 25, 2026
David Allen McPeake, age 86, of Houston passed away peacefully in his sleep on Friday, September 25, 2026, in his favorite recliner at home. He was born on January 26, 1940, in Canonsburg, a son of the late William and Margaret Williams McPeake. David was a graduate of Canon McMillan School class of 1959. He served in the Navy. Prior...
Patricia "Pat" M. Veres
September 23, 2026
Patricia Marie Veres, 84, of Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, passed away quietly on September 23, 2026, at St. Clair Hospital following a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
Patricia was born on August 29, 1942, in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, to the late Joseph and Valeria Hundzienski. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Joseph Hundzienski and Kenneth Hundzienski and her sister, Kathleen Behanna. She...
Shirley E. McNeirney
September 14, 2026
Shirley E. McNeirney, age 92, of McMurray, died September 14th, 2026. She was born August 18th, 1934, in Wilkinsburg, the daughter of the late James and Margaret Hazel McKinley McMahon. She was raised in Wilkinsburg and later moved to Dormont, where she graduated from Dormont High School.
After high school, Shirley worked for several law firms. She then continued her education...
Patricia Getzik
September 9, 2026
It is our profound sorrow to announce the passing of Patricia (Pat) Getzik (formerly Patricia Balazy) in her home on the evening of September 9, 2026, at the age of 97. On August 20, 1949, she married Edward S. Getzik who passed away May 13, 1995. Patricia is survived by her son David Getzik (and wife Debra) and daughters, Kimberly...
Anthony Daniel Paterra
September 9, 2026
Anthony Daniel Paterra, 76, of Bridgeville, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home on September 9th, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born February 19th, 1950, in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. Anthony was the beloved husband of Janice, whom he married on September 11th, 1971, by Fr. Ahlin at St. Patrick’s Parish. They shared 55 years of marriage, and a life...
Michael John Pozonsky
September 8, 2026
Michael John “Fluff” Pozonsky age 95, of Meadow Lands, formerly of Canonsburg, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, in the home of his daughter, with his family by his side. He was born February 4, 1931, in Muse, the son of the late Michael and Ann Sichko Pozonsky. Mr. Pozonsky was raised in Muse and was a graduate...
Cheryl Koeppl
September 5, 2026
Cheryl “Cheri” Koeppl, age 68, of Canonsburg, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at her home.
She was born on July 29, 1958, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Walter and Joann (Werner) Brookfield. Cheri had lived in Canonsburg for the past 20 years and was strong in her Lutheran faith. She attended Bethany Lutheran...
Joseph Anthony Battistone
September 2, 2026
Joseph Anthony Battistone, 84, of McMurray, formerly of Canonsburg, passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 2, 2026, in Ridgecrest of McMurray, surrounded by his son and loving family, after a brief battle with vascular dementia. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Born January 28, 1942, in Muse, the fifth of six children to Domenico and Mary (Napolitano) Battistone, Joe...
Christopher Ruane
September 1, 2026
Christopher Michael Ruane, 55, of Canonsburg, passed away unexpectedly on September 1st, 2026. He was the loving husband of Barbara Ann Ruane. Together, they shared 30 years of marriage.
Born and raised in Roaring Brook Township, Chris was the son of the late Thomas F. Ruane and Pauline A. Ruane. He attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where he met the love...
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