All Obituaries

George E. Kolessar, Jr., age 83, of Smock, PA passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 8th, 2023 at his home. He was born on September 5th, 1939 in Brownsville, PA Son of the late George E. and Dorothy (Oestrich) Kolessar, Sr. George graduated from Redstone High School Class of 1957.   He served in The United States Navy on The USS Topeka as a Third Class Radar Man.  George loved his Pittsburgh Steelers and enjoyed watching them play.  George owned and operated OK...

Jacob John Muha, Jr. "Mook," age 83, of Uledi, PA, passed away on Saturday, January 7th, 2023 at Ruby Memorial Hospital. He was born on April 16th, 1939 in Uniontown, PA Son of the late Jacob John and Frances (Pater) Muha, Sr. Mook worked for Goodwill Industries as a truck driver.  He loved going to the casinos and working on old vehicles.  Mook greatly loved his pets and all animals. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his son: Michael Todd...

Erma Magdalene Voytek, age 91, of Smock, PA passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 26th, 2022 at her home. She was born on May 12, 1931 in Smock, PA Daughter of the late George and Barbara (Ufulussy) Rakushin Erma endured death at a young age.  Her mother passed away before she was one.  She also endured extreme grief again in her life when she lost her two sons, Charles and Edward, and her beloved husband, Joseph.  However, her devout prayers and belief and faith in...

Patricia A. "Pat" Stunja, age 86, of Ralph, PA passed away on Saturday, December 24th, 2022 at her home. She was born on February 27th, 1936 in Unity Township, PA Daughter of the late Peter Joseph and Verna M. (Gongo) Kalinay Pat was a former member of the former Holy Rosary R.C. Church of Republic, PA and was currently a member of St. Francis of Assisi R.C. Church of Footedale, PA. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother:  Bernard Kalinay and his...

Emma Frances (Dannecker) Leighty, age 91, of Waltersburg, PA passed away on Monday, December 19th, 2022 in Uniontown Hospital with her loving family by her side. She was born on October 19, 1931 in Waltersburg, PA Daughter of the late Joseph and Lillian (Nedley) Dannecker Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband:  Russell W. Leighty sister:  Loris Stewart Emma was a graduate of Uniontown High School Class of 1950.  She married her husband Russell in...

Catherine "Katie" (Miller) Valentine, age 87, of McClellandtown, PA passed away at her home on Sunday, December 18th, 2022. She was born on October 15, 1935 in Vestaburg, PA Daughter of the late Jacob and Ella Mae (Brownstone) Miller Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband:  Roscoe (Mickey) Valentine Son:  Roscoe "Rocky" Valentine grandson:  Roscoe "Rocky" Valentine, Jr. great-great grandchildren:  RyLeigh and...

Jamie Diane (Lee) Waggett, age 68, of Royal, PA passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2022. She was born on May 20, 1954, daughter of the late James E. and Emma Mae (Williams) Lee. Jamie loved to bake and was the owner of Jamie's Cookie Jar. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandsons, Seth and Ryder. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, James Lee, II. Left to cherish her memory is her ex-husband, Bob Waggett; her two sons, Scott Lee and...

Harold W. "Butch" Dillinger, age 82, of Grindstone, PA passed away on Thursday, December 22nd, 2022. He was born on October 28th, 1940 in Herbert, PA Son of the late Harold H. and Ethel Mae (Miller) Dillinger. Butch was a very active member of The First Christian Church of Grindstone, PA He enjoyed hunting and fishing.  Butch was employed by Maplecreek Coal Mine for over 35 years as a coal miner.  Butch is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years:  Leila J....

Bertha Jean Mouser, age 89, of Smock, PA passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 14th, 2022 at her home with her loving family by her side. She was born on July 30th, 1933 in Waltersburg, PA Daughter of the late John Harry and Bertha Rachel (Rounds) Layman Bertha was a lifetime member of The Waltersburg Church of The Nazarene until its closing, and held many positions and leadership roles within the church, such as Board Member, Sunday School Teacher, Bible School Teacher,...

In honor of Anthony J. Graziani, age 77, of Uniontown, PA, who passed away on Friday, November 18, 2022, surrounded by his family. Tony was born on September 28, 1945 in Uniontown, son of the late Felix and Alvera (Franks) Graziani. Tony had an extensive career with US Steel and RGGS as the Director of Land Management. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Enrico Graziani, and infant brother, Richard. Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 55 years, Regina S....