Local Obituaries for Homer City, Indiana County in Pennsylvania.
Geneva Marie ('Dolly') Shannon
Jul 22, 2017
Geneva Marie Dolly Shannon, 80, Homer City, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 22, 2017. Born September 19, 1936 in Coy. She is the daughter of the late Mike and Francis (Johnstone) Varholick. Geneva Graduated from Laura Lamar High School in 1954. After graduation she worked at Syntron in Homer City for a couple of years....
William B. Cook, Jr.
Jul 19, 2017
Cook, William B., Jr., Nanty Glo, passed away July 19, 2017 at UPMC Montefiore Hospital, Pittsburgh. He was born Feb 7, 1925, in Nanty Glo. Son of the late William and Priscilla (Walls) Cook, Sr. He is preceded in death by Wife Helen Gressley, grandson John Silko, Jr. Brother Kemp, sister Patricia Winning. Surviving are his children Linda (John) Silko;...
Elizabeth Teresa Baran
Jul 12, 2017
Elizabeth Teresa Baran, 88, of Homer City died Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at Bethany Place Indiana, PA. A Daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Barron) Baran, she was born September 13, 1928. She was a member of the SS. Peter and Paul Orthodox Church, Homer City. Elizabeth retired from FMC Corp. in 1991, after 44 years of service. She...
Olivia Jaylyn (Gillin) Seabolt
Jul 8, 2017
Seabolt (Gillin), Olivia Jaylyn, 12, Nanty Glo, passed away July 8, 2017, at Childrens Hospital of Pittsburgh, surround by her family and CHP Nurses. She was born April 1, 2005, at Altoona Hospital. Proceeded in death by grandfather George E. Gillin, Sr. Olivia is survived by Parents George and Savannah Gillin, Nanty Glo. Brother and Sisters Tony, Bella, and Ellymae...
Rondey W. ('RJ') Nicklas
Jul 8, 2017
Nicklas, Rodney W. RJ, 24, Twin Rocks, passed away July 8, 2017 at home. He was born February 7, 1993 in Baltimore Md. Son of the late Valerie Allum and step father David Allum. He is survived by wife Dorothy Nicklas, Twin Rocks; son David Charles, at home. Aunt Liz and Carol. Friends will be received at Bowser Ondriezek Funeral...
William George Rokosky
Jun 10, 2017
WILLIAM GEORGE ROKOSKY William Bill George Rokosky, 67, of Homer City passed away on Saturday, June 10th in Selinsgrove, PA where he spent the past seven months under the loving care of his son Eric and daughter-in-law Kelly. Bill was born on September 11, 1949 in Indiana to William and Genevieve Wojcik Rokosky. He was raised in Waterman and graduated...
Joseph J. ('Big Joe') Ando, Jr.
Jun 7, 2017
Ando, Joseph J., Jr. Big Joe, 56, of Cardiff, passed away June 7, 2017 at Cambria Care Center. He was born August 8, 1960 in Colver. Son of the late Joseph and Dorothy (Morey) Ando, Sr. He is Survived by his brother James Ando, Cardiff; Sisters Janet (Charles) Edminston, Ebensburg; Susan (Donavan) Jones, Lancaster. Nephews and niece Charles, Jr., Thomas...
Edward George Yoschak
Jun 7, 2017
Edward George Yoschak, 86, of Josephine, passed away peacefully on the morning of Wednesday, June 7, 2017, at his residence, where he was surrounded by the love and support of his family. The youngest son of the late Stephen and Elizabeth Yoschak (Marusek), he was born on Sept. 10, 1930. Ed was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Assumption,...
Ronald Edward Vilcek
Jun 5, 2017
Ronald Edward Vilcek, 69, of Indiana, PA, was called home to the Lord on Monday, June 5, 2017. Born on February 19, 1948, he was the son of Gusty and Rose (Rura) Vilcek of Coral, PA and a 1966 graduate of Laura Lamar High School. He also attended The Electronic Institute of Pittsburgh. Ron was a lifelong member of Our...
Eleanor (Gailey) Richardson
May 31, 2017
Richardson, Eleanor (Gailey), 100, Pittsburgh, formerly of Nanty Glo, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family May 31, 2017 at Asbury Heights Nursing Center, Pittsburgh. She was born Aug.2, 1916 in Johnstown. Daughter of the late Stewart and Vallie Lee Gailey. Preceeded in death by husband Russell and daughter Vallie Lee Kurte. Survivied by her Daughter Ruth (Russell) Sacco; 6...
Thomas Francis Zack
May 30, 2017
Thomas F. Zack of Lucernemines, PA passed away on May 30, 2017 at his home with his family by his side. The son of Basil and Hazel (Rhine) Zack, he was born on August 9, 1943 in Brush Valley Township. He was a graduate of United High School and eventually Triangle Tech with an associate degree in Carpentry and Construction...
Robert Gene McConnell
May 21, 2017
Robert Gene McConnell, 60, Black Lick was sent home to the Lord Sunday, May 21, 2017 at Shadyside Hospital. He was the son of the late William Roy and Jeanne Irene (McIntire) McConnell Sr. and was born October 26, 1956 in North Tonawanda, NY. Robert enjoyed traveling, spending time with his family and classic cars. He was a very loving,...
Linda Joyce (Marshall) Bonya
May 20, 2017
Linda Joyce (Marshall) Bonya, 57, Homer City died Saturday, May 20, 2017 at her residence. She was the daughter of Robert Marshall and Helen (Olsen) Marshall and was born November 11, 1959 in Indiana. Linda was a member of The New Life Church, Indiana. She enjoyed gardening, cooking and rescuing animals, especially her Dog, Roc. Linda also loved traveling, especially...
Norma A. (Gallagher) Barosky
May 16, 2017
Barosky, Norma A. (Gallagher), 95, Mundys Corner, passed away May 16, 2017 at Memorial Medical Center. She was born Nov. 25, 1921 in Amsbury. Daughter of the late Augustine and Naomi Gallagher. She was preceded in death by children Cindy Giese and Samuel K. Barosky. Infant brother and sister George and Elizabeth. Sisters Mercedes Johnson, Jean DeMarco, Rita McClinsey. Surviving...
Louis Zaveson
May 2, 2017
Louis Zaveson, 90, Blairsville died May 2, 2017 at his late residence. He was the son of the late Paul and Cecilia (Warga) Zaveson and was born August 16, 1926 in Akron Ohio. He was a member of the Independent Traditional Holiness Church. Mr. Zaveson served in WWII as a corporal in the USMC where he served in the Pacific...
Rosella (Greene) Cook
May 1, 2017
Cook, Rosella (Greene), 74, of Twin Rocks, passed away on May 1, 2017 at Miners Medical Center. She was born August 2, 1942 in Twin Rocks. Daughter of the late Estay and Sara (McPhearson) Greene, Sr. Preceded in death by parents and sister Judy Greene. She is survived by he husband Skip Cook, Twin Rocks; Children Skip (Roxanne) Cook; Dave...
Concetta 'Connie' (Colangelo) Ponchione
Apr 26, 2017
Ponchione, Concetta Connie (Colangelo), 97,Nanty Glo, passed away April 26, 2017 at Laurel Wood Care Center, Westmont. She was born December 9, 1919 in Vintondale. Daughter of the late Angelo and Philomena (DiPietro) Colangelo. Preceded in death by husband John, daughter Patricia Dumm, brothers Anthony, Arnold, Tony, and William. Sisters Inez Colangelo and Lydia Michaels. She is survived by son-in-law...
Joseph James Topor, Sr.
Apr 23, 2017
Topor, Joseph James, Sr., 77, Belsano, passed away April 23, At. Andrews Village, Indiana. He was born May 20, 1939, in Twin Rocks. Son of the late John and . He was preceded in death by sisters Mary, Margaret, Helen, and Shib. Brothers John Judge, Stanely, Sonny, and Albert. He is Survivied by his wife of 54 years the former...
Harold Stewart (Sr.) Housholder
Apr 21, 2017
Harold Stewart Housholder, Sr., age 86, died April 21, 2017 at Beacon Ridge. He was the son of the late Isaac Stewart and Estella Millmay (Repine) Housholder and was born on September 5, 1930. Harold was a life-long resident of Coral. He was a bookkeeper and was employed by various companies over the years. He was a veteran of the...
June Adele (Houk) Beckey
Apr 17, 2017
Becky, June Adele (Houk), 96, Altoona, formerly of Belsano, passed away April 17, 2017, in Altoona. She was born September 22, 1920 in Akron, OH. Daughter of the late Leonard and Trilby (Schlabig) Houk. Preceded in death by Husband Alden V. Becky and brother William. Survived by daughter Linda (Rick) Opdyke, Altoona, step grandson Ryan (Ana) Opdyke, Elkridge, MD, and...
