OBITUARIES

Dec 27, 2023

Elmer "Elmo" Frank Gasper

Elmer “Elmo” Frank Joseph Gasper of Carnegie, PA (formerly of Muse, PA) passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 27th, 2023, at the age of 91 in St. Clair Hospital.

Elmer was born and raised in Morgan, PA a son of the late Jozsef Gaspar, and Harriet Dalverny Gaspar. He...

Dec 26, 2023

John Paul Svitek, age 83, of Canonsburg, passed away peacefully December 26th, 2023, at The Greenery.

John was born October 31, 1940, in Canonsburg, PA. He was a son of the late John L. and Elizabeth Vargo Svitek. John worked with concrete and as a welder for Fort Pitt Works. He was a member of the White...

Dec 25, 2023

Kyier Selvey, infant son of Jalen Selvey and Neveah Johnson, passed away at birth on December 25th, 2023, in Canonsburg Hospital.

In addition to his surviving parents, Kyier leaves behind grandparents Corinne Selvey, Avery Selvey, Ellen Milton and Anthony Johnson. Also, great-grandparents Dennis(Cheryl) Fee, Kimberly(John) Cecchine, James Barber, Maudessa Paskins, Roberta Milton, Allen McCarthy, and Niece Johnson....

Dec 24, 2023

Jean K. Bernens, 93, of Upper St Clair, PA (formerly Canonsburg, PA) passed away on Monday, December 24, 2023.  Her devoted family was at her side.

Jean was predeceased in death by her husband Donald L. Bernens Sr., in 2008.

She is survived by her children Donna Bernens-Kinkead (late Duncan), Mary Bordo (late William), Donald...

Dec 20, 2023

William “Bill” Bigler, 67, of Washington passed away peacefully Wednesday December 20, 2023, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital after a short but intense battle with ALS.

He was born May 13, 1956 in Washington, PA.  He was a son of Arthur Gordon and Virginia Helen Stevens Bigler. In 1974 he graduated from Trinity High School.  He then attended...

Dec 19, 2023

Darrell Saliga, Age 59, of Canonsburg, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 19, 2023. Darrell was born on April 22, 1964 to the late Raymond and Mary Saliga in Twinsburg, Ohio. Darrell graduated from RB Chamberlin High School in 1982, lettering in football, wrestling, and golf. Darrell worked almost 24 years for The Home Depot  in various positions...

Dec 17, 2023

Raymond George Uram, age 77 of Canonsburg, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Sunday, December 17, 2023, in Allegheny General Hospital. He was born May 20, 1946, in Canonsburg, the son of the late Harry and Viola Pratten Uram. He grew up in Canonsburg and was a member of St. Oscar Romero Parish, St. Patrick Church in...

Dec 10, 2023

Nicholas J. White age 84 of Canonsburg, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, December 10, 2023, in TownView Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born January 29, 1939, in Houston a son of the late Nicholas and Mary V. Gaydos White Sr. Nick was a faithful member of St. Oscar Romero Parish St Patrick Church in Canonsburg and was a...

Dec 3, 2023

Shirley A. Gisoni of Washington passed away on December 3, 2023, following a brief illness.

She was born on April 7, 1935, to the late Harry and Alice (Grimes) Ullom of Washington.

Shirley was a graduate of Chartiers High School, Class of 1953. She married her husband Alphonse on July 4, 1958. She worked for...

Nov 30, 2023

Patricia English age 61 of Canonsburg, passed away peacefully Thursday, November 30, 2023, in TownView Health and Rehabilitation Center in Canonsburg with her family by her side. She was born November 9, 1962, in Washington, a daughter of the late Thomas Staley and Hazel Aberconbie Staley of Canonsburg. Patricia lived most of her life in Canonsburg and was a...

Nov 29, 2023

Joan A. Billante age 80 of Chartiers Twp. passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, November 29, 2023, in her home. She was born December 10, 1942, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late John and Helen Murray Snyder. Joan lived in Crafton and Scott Twp., prior to moving to Chartiers Twp. where she lived with her family for 26 years. She...

Nov 28, 2023

Patricia G. McUmar age 72 of Langloth, formerly of Lakeland Florida, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, November 29, 2023, in Premier Washington Health Center with her family by her side. She was born May 5, 1951, in Steubenville Ohio a daughter of the late Gail Davisson and Nellie Catherine Westfall Davisson of Burgettstown. Patricia lived in Langloth and prior to...

Nov 28, 2023

Anthony “Duncan” Thomas age 93 of Canonsburg passed away unexpectedly Tuesday November 28, 2023, in his home. He was born September 1, 1930 in Canonsburg, a son of the late Anthony J. and Helen Donnelly Thomas. Mr. Thomas was a graduate of Canonsburg High School and was a proud veteran who served with the United States Army serving as...

Nov 22, 2023

Evelyn J. Backner age 101 of Ingram, formerly of Canonsburg passed away peacefully Wednesday November 22, 2023, in Bethel Park Skilled Nursing. She was born November 12, 1922, in Canonsburg, a daughter of the late Daniel S. and Tekla Drochak Kotyk. Mrs. Backner lived her life in Ingram and was Orthodox and was raised as a member of St....

Nov 22, 2023

Judi Kemis age 69 of Canonsburg passed away peacefully on Wednesday November 22, 2023, in Washington Hospital with her family by her side. She was born December 13, 1953, in Canonsburg, a daughter of the late John P. and Philomena Testa Herman. Judi lived her life in Canonsurg and was a lifetime member of St. Patrick Church St. Oscar...

Nov 19, 2023

Jaqueline J. “Jackie” Williamson of Canonsburg passed away peacefully Sunday November 19, 2023, in UPMC Passavant Hospital, Pittsburgh. She was born on February 11, in Canonsburg, a daughter of the late Joseph Samuel and Flora B. Towards Susack. Mrs. Williamson lived her entire life in Canonsburg, where she graduated from Canonsburg High School and then earned her CPCU Certificate....

Nov 19, 2023

John “Jack” Holland of Canonsburg passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023.

He was born May 3, 1940, in Midway, Pa, a son of John D. Holland and Mary J. (Capiola) Holland.

For 59 years he was married to Joyce A. (Hulpa) Holland, the absolute love of his life.

He attended McDonald High...

Nov 19, 2023

Martin Joseph Santel age 96 of Johnstown formerly of Houston, passed away peacefully Sunday, November 19, 2023, in Johnstown. He was born February 13, 1927, a son of the late Martin and Mary Shadish Santel. Mr. Santel lived most of his life in the Houston area and was a faithful member of St. Oscar Romero Parish, Our Lady of...

Nov 18, 2023

William Arthur Walsh age 76 of Washington passed away suddenly on Saturday, November 18, 2023, in his home. William was born September 16, 1947, in Everett, MA, a son of the late Joseph and Catherine Edna (Smith) Walsh. He spent his childhood in North Reading, MA and graduated from North Reading High School. Upon graduation he proudly served in...

Nov 17, 2023

Keith L. Painter age 68 of Canonsburg passed away peacefully, Friday November 17, 2023, in his home. He was born January 29, 1955, in Canonsburg, a son of the late Howard and Phyllis Pushkar Painter. Keith was a graduate of Canon-McMillan Sr. High School Class of 1972 and studied photography. He photographed weddings and special events in the area...