Portrait of Thomas I. Abbott

Thomas I. Abbott

Confluence, Pennsylvania

Thomas I. Abbott Sr. 59 Confluence passed away Wednesday February 11 2026 at UPMC Altoona. He was born October 29 1966 in Canton OH a son of the late Joseph F. Sr. and Margaret M. Williams Abbott. He is survived by sons Thomas Jr. and Robert Elizabeth Abbott and a daughter Destiney Scott all of Confluence grandchildren Anthony Keyton and Robert Jr. and Hudson Abbott sisters Sandra Baker James Conn Joanne Daugherty Esther King Nancy Abbott Josephine Spittal Samuel and Brenda Rugg Jody brothers Joseph Abbott Jr. Sue and Jonathan Abbott Betty lifelong friends Chuck and Linda Heining Tim McClintock Mark and Anita Applebee and numerous nieces and nephews. Tom was a 1984 graduate of Turkeyfoot Valley Area High School and a US Navy veteran of the Gulf War. He loved his children and grandchildren and was a loving brother to his siblings always available to help them after the…

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Portrait of Joseph Frederick Farbo

Joseph Frederick Farbo

Windber, Pennsylvania

Farbo Joseph Fredrick 82 Windber went home to be with his Savior on February 14 2019 surrounded by his loving family.Born March 18 1936 in Windber son of the late Michael and Catherine Molosky Farbo. Preceded in death by sisters Francis and June and brothers Thomas Ralph Michael Raymond Charles and David.Survived by his best friend and wife of 57 years Mary Madey Farbo brother Arthur children Catherine married to Robert Spinelli Joseph A. Farbo grandchildren Katrina Noah and Maddalena great grandchild Layne and expected great grandchild.Joe was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. He enjoyed working for many years as an auto body technician and painter.Joe was a volunteer and active participant at the Windber Senior Center where he especially enjoyed the pinochle club.He was an avid outdoorsman loved hunting and fishing and passed his knowledge and passion of the…

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Portrait of Sharon L. Miller

Sharon L. Miller

Windber, Pennsylvania

August 26, 2018

Miller Sharon L. 73 formerly of Windber PA passed away August 27 2018 at her home in New Jersey. Born December 17 1944 to the late Stephen and Allene Cook Homway. Preceded in death by brother Kenneth Homway. Survived by husband Robert Miller children Stephen Miller married to Sharon Donald Miller married to Marie Tracy Dacy married to Joseph Jeremy Miller married to Sherri siblings Steven Homway Judith Brown Robert Homway grandchildren Brandon Miller married to Katie Candace Robertson married to Edward Riley and Robert Miller and great grandchildren Alana Triston Tyler and Grayson Miller and Colton Matthews. Sharon was a faithful member of Pine Grove Baptist Church and enjoyed spending time with her family. Friends will be received Saturday September 1st from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at Simple Alternatives Inc. 717 Main St. Windber PA. Arrangements in care of Simple Alternatives Inc. Affordable Cremation…

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Portrait of Robert M. Ulasky

Robert M. Ulasky

Windber, Pennsylvania

May 1, 2019

Ulasky Robert M. 83 Windber passed away on May 2 2019 at Memorial Medical Center. Born November 28 1935 in Windber son of the late Michael and Mary L. Shaffern Ulasky. Preceded in death by his infant son Joey Ulasky his daughter Kimberly Martin his siblings Joseph Ulasky Patricia Gawlas and Richard Ulasky. Survived by his best friend and wife of 62 years Joyce L. Shirt Ulasky his children Brian Ulasky Windber Robert W. Ulasky Michelle Windber his grandchildren Brianna Ulasky Brandon Ulasky Keagan Ulasky Madeline Ulasky Stephanie MartinBosso and Matthew Martin his great grandchildren Skylar Morder Karlee Lewis Ethan Fahnestock Jackson Fahnestock Rowan Bosso and Dominic Bosso Robert was a veteran of the U.S. Army National Guard. He was a carpenter he also enjoyed working on cars.Robert was an avid outdoorsman loved fishing and hunting he also loved dancing. At the request of the deceased there will be no…

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Portrait of Edward A. Watyka

Edward A. Watyka

Windber, Pennsylvania

December 17, 2018

Watyka Edward A. 66 Quecreek PA died December 18 2018. Born April 27 1952 to the late Theodore and Margaret Louise Connelly Watyka. Preceded in death by sister Mary Margaret Watyka. Survived by brother Thomas Watyka nieces Elizabeth Ann and Ella Yurkovich and nephews Zachary and Ryan Yurkovich. At the familys request there will no viewing or service. Arrangements in care of Simple Alternatives Inc. Affordable Cremation Sensible Funeral Care 717 Main St. Windber. Condolences may be made at SimpleAlternativeCares.com

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Portrait of Ronald E. Martell

Ronald E. Martell

Windber, Pennsylvania

October 11, 2018

Martell Ronald E. 75 Windber died October 12 2018 at Windber Hospice. Born December 12 1942 to the late Russell and Minnie Emerick Martell. Preceded in death by son Keith Martell and sister Linda Baccamazzi. Survived by wife Betty Holsopple Martell children Jeffrey Martell Dorothy Connie Mort Randy Wayne Martell Angie Russell Martell Barbara siblings Gordon Martell Sandra Walter Arlene Younger Donna Berzansky and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Ronald loved attending the Windber Cardiac Rehabilitation program. A special thank you to Windber Hospice for all the love and care they provided Ronald with. Donations may be made in Ronalds memory to Windber Hospice. All services will be held privately. Arrangements in care of Simple Alternatives Inc. 717 Main St. Affordable Cremation Sensible Funeral Care. Condolences may be made at SimpleAlternativeCares.com

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Justin H. Peterson, 1980–2018

Justin H. Peterson

Windber, Pennsylvania

April 6, 1980 — May 11, 2018

Peterson Justin H. 38 Windber died May 12 2018. Born April 7 1980 to Timothy Peterson and Deborah Walter Hoover. Preceded in death by father. Survived by mother sisters Jennifer Peterson Nichole Peterson Shannon Peterson and fianc Joe Swaynos daughter Breyonna Wadas great aunt Thelma Michaels life long friend Mike Deal beloved dog Drake and numerous cousins nieces and nephews. Justin was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan and loved the outdoors and being by the water. He enjoyed spending time with his family and his dog. At the request of the family all services will be held privately. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the family to help with funeral expenses 717 Main St. Windber PA 15963. Arrangements in care of Simple Alternatives Inc. 717 Main St. Affordable Cremation Sensible Funeral Care. Condolences may be made at SimpleAlternativeCares.com

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Portrait of Cora E. Kopp

Cora E. Kopp

Windber, Pennsylvania

December 19, 2016

Kopp Cora E. 95 Hollsopple passed away December 20 2016 at Good Samaritan Palliative Care. Born September 8 1921 in Johnstown. Daughter of the late John and Jessie Miller Eppley. Preceded in death by grandson David Kopp. Survived by son Jack Kopp Windber grandson Jack Murphy Robin Johnstown granddaughter Christine Jacob Ray Westmont granddaughter Beth Bair Scott Westmont and 4 greatgrandchildren. Jonathan DeSantis will give funeral talk Jan. 7 2 p.m. at Benscreek Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witnesses where Cora was a member. Arrangements in care of Simple Alternatives Inc. 717 Main St. Windber PA 15963. Condolences can be made at SimpleAlternativeCares.com

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Portrait of Eveyln G. Bowers

Eveyln G. Bowers

Windber, Pennsylvania

April 14, 2019

Bowers Evelyn G. 99 Johnstown died April 15 2019 at UPMC Mercy Hospital.Born July 27 1919 in Ligonier son of the late Charles and Katherine Kuntz Ankney. Preceded in death by her parents her husband James R. Bowers sisters Naomi Damser and Helen Fry.Survived by her daughter Lorrie K. Bowers. Evelyn was a loving wife and mother. A memorial service will be held at Scalp Level Trinity United Methodist Church on Friday April 19 2019 at 11 AM Pastor Jim Sands officiating. Arrangements in care of Simple Alternatives Inc. Affordable Cremation Sensible Funeral Care. Condolences may be made at SimpleAlternativeCares.com

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Portrait of Ellen V. Berkey

Ellen V. Berkey

Windber, Pennsylvania

Berkey Ellen V. 86 Windber passed away Sunday February 24 2019 at St. Judes Haven surrounded by her loving family.Born September 11 1932 in Johnstown daughter of the late Albert and Eva McCreary Repp. Preceded in death by her parents and her husband Russell E. Berkey. Survived by her children Scott Berkey Debra Alexandria VA Todd Berkey Christine WitprachtigerWindber PA her Grand dog Samantha and her friends. Ellen was a retired longdistance telephone operator for Bell Telephone and also tended to her home and family. She played the Ukulele Harmonica and enjoyed writing jingles. She enjoyed watching Turner Classic movies and listening to late night talk radio. She enjoyed 22 years of Circle of Friends at Orchard Point retirement community she also had many happy memories of growing up in downtown Johnstown See Ya. Friends will be received Wednesday February 27 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Simple Alternatives…

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Portrait of Melvin Mel Horner

Melvin Mel Horner

Windber, Pennsylvania

Horner Melvin P. Mel 99 Johnstown died peacefully on September 22 2018 at Arbutus Park Manor. Born August 7 1919 to the late Samuel and Pearl Allen Horner. Melvin is preceded in death by his parents his wife Jean Shumaker his brothers Clyde Robert and Raymond. Survived by his daughter Janet Drobnak and her husband George Johnstown his grandchildren Lori Adamczyk and Shawna Boley Paul his great grandchildren Matthew Blake Sadie and Connor his sister Emily Jane Horne and numerous nieces nephews and other family members. Melvin served our country in the U.S. Army during World War II. He retired from Bethlehem Steel Co. where he worked as the chief clerk. He will be missed by his family and everyone who knew him but especially by his grandchildren and his great grandchildren who fondly referred to him as PopPop. Melvin enjoyed time with his family watching sports and playing golf.…

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Portrait of Mary Diveley

Mary Diveley

Meyersdale, Pennsylvania

Mary Delilah Beal Diveley 94 Johnstown Pa. passed away peacefully on February 9 2026. Mary was born in Meyersdale Pa. on October 26 1931 to the late Charles Homer Beal and Mary Belle Bittner Beal. She was united in marriage to Edward Lee Diveley who preceded her in death. Mary was preceded in death by her sister Nellie Mae Beal Baker and brother Charles Lincoln Beal. She is survived by her nephew Gary Steven Baker Delores who were her caregivers. Nephews Randy Lynn Baker and Jody Beal. Her goddaughter and great niece Keri Lynn Baker Morgan. Great niece Dawn Renee Baker Chester. Great nephews Paul Michael Place and James Baker. Preceded in death were her nephew Donald Charles Baker and niece Deborah Sue Baker Wyatt. Mary graduated from Meyersdale High School in 1951. She owned her own beauty shop in Johnstown Pa. for 30years. She worked at L D Candies…

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Portrait of Rose Miller

Rose Miller

Meyersdale, Pennsylvania

February 8, 2026

Rose Mary Cesa Miller 75 of Valencia PA passed away February 9 2026 at AHN Hospital Wexford PA. Born September 30 1950 in Ridgway PA the daughter of Ernest and Flora Parziale Cesa.She is preceded in death by her parents and brothers Joseph and Daniel Cesa.She is survived by her loving family husband Gregory O. Miller Valencia PA son Gregory Miller Jr. Penn Hills PA daughter Rita Jim Ostapchenko Mars PA sisters Patricia Bill Critchfield Harrodsburg KY and Mary Cesa Forest Hills PA she was a very loving and devoted Grandma to Madelyn Kaden and Ella Ostapchenko.Rosie was a kind and caring inspiration for all who knew her. Most of her time was spent helping others reading and enjoying her grandchildren. "Miss Rosie" was also a beloved Montessori preschool teacher who taught multiple generations of children in the Penn HillsVerona area from her homebased preschool.Rosie was a faithful member of…

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