All Obituaries

Lubas: Jacob T. Jr, 89 of Holsopple died November 16, 2020 at home surrounded by his family who cared for him.  Born August 18, 1931 in Pittsburgh the son of Jacob T. and Mary (Jodlowska) Lubas, Sr.  Preceded in death by parents, grandson Jeremy, and these siblings Bernard, Joseph, Walerian, John, Maria Buraga, Louise Kozielec, and Helen Taylor.  Survived by wife of 43 years the former Barbara Holsopple and these children Denise Davenport, Pamela Wentz, Loran...

Garlesky: George A., 88 formerly of Seanor died November 16, 2020 at Laurel Wood Care Center.  Born April 23, 1932 in Seanor the son of Jacob P. and Anna (Kozielec) Garlesky.  Preceded in death by parents and siblings, Mary Miller, Julia Czinko, Antoinette Pero, Dorothy McGregor, Catherine Ruis, John, Stanley, Frank, and Joseph and William.  Survive by daughter Jennifer, son Jeffrey and grandson Jared.  Brother of Josephine (John) Kolonich, and brother in law of Joanne...

Mellon-Stayrook: Valerie Dawn, 53 of Johnstown, died November 20, 2020 at Windber Hospice.  Born September 11 1967, in Johnstown the daughter of Gregory A. Mellon and Jennifer L. Redick.  Preceded in death by father.  Survived by mother, husband of 17 years Paul Stayrook, and these children Shannan Nichole Ference-Campbell, Dakota Jasmin Bearden, and Quinn Alexandrea Stayrook.  Also survived by grandchildren Coltin Michael and Deliliah Rose Campbell.  Sister of...

Ninety-four and a half years ago an angel came to walk upon the earth.  Strong in faith and love for God, Strong in love and caring for friends and family. Her warmth and love touched all those she knew. Now she has departed, leaving a hole filled only with memories. We shall miss her deeply. Audrey Winters, age 94, went to be with the Lord on November 19, 2020. She was a resident of SpiriTrust Lutheran Home in Gettysburg, PA; formerly of Somerset, PA. Audrey was born May 2, 1926. She...

Ferrence: Joyce Marie, 80 of Johnstown died November 4, 2020 at the Atrium Manor.  Born August 12, 1940 in Rural Valley the daughter of Frank and Mare E. (Hancharik) Ferrence.  Preceded in death by parents and brother Frank Jr.  Survived by brother David and sister Alice Marano.  Joyce was a member of St. Clements Catholic Church.  She was a retired 7th grade math teacher for the Greater Johnstown School District.  She loved all things outdoors, including...

Anderson: Sharyn, 71 of Ebensburg formerly of Windber died November 4, 2020 at Conemaugh Memorial Hospital.  Born May 9, 1949 in Johnstown.  Preceded in death by parents.  Survived by husband William Anderson and her brother and sister.  Member of St. Thomas Lutheran Church.  She was a graduate of Westmont High School.  Sharyn had worked for the Corner Coffee Shop.  She enjoyed Crocheting.  No viewing.  A graveside service will be held 11 A.M....

Paruch: Thomas “Tom” passed away on November 3, 2020 in the comfort of his home in Rising Sun, MD, surrounded by his family.  Born December 5, 1950 in Johnstown, PA the son of Ann Arlene Horner Paruch Hart and Joseph Paruch.  Preceded in death by parents, sister Nancy Dittmer and her husband Jay, brothers Rusty Paruch and Dave Paruch.  Beloved husband of Shirley (Thomas) Paruch.  Devoted father of Nathaniel and Jolene, wife of Steven Biedenback. ...

Armstrong: Twila E., 106 of Davidsville died October 16, 2020 at Conemaugh Hospital.  Born March 20, 1914 in Davidsville the daughter of Paul and Trella (Risch) Jacobs.   Preceded in death by parents, husband Herbert John Armstrong who September 30, 1990, her Grandson, and 6 siblings.  Survived by her children Sylvia Armstrong and Jack and wife Liz Armstrong.  Also survived by 4 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, her 4 siblings, and numerous nieces and...

Hansen: Dorothy F., 93 of Laurel View Village died October 14, 2020 at Laurel View.  Born October 21, 1926 in Altoona the daughter of Dr. Harold E. and Lucille (Gatts) Freeburn.  Preceded in death by parents, stepmother France (Burger) Freeburn, husband Karl W. Hansen, Sr. who died October 23, 2006, sisters Lucille Boland and Faye Sigg, and brother Ronald Freeburn.  Survived by son Karl W.  and wife Debra Hillegas Hansen.  Also survived by granddaughter Diana C....

Velma S. E. (Kaltenbaugh) Gindlesperger went to her heavenly home to be with her Lord and Savior on September 3, 2020. Born February 2, 1921 in Hollsopple PA. Velma was the 13th child of Charles Sr and Mary (Eash) Kaltenbaugh. Preceded in death by parents and 12 siblings, Katie, Albert, Edward, Lee, Pearl, Anna, Lydia, Laura, James, Charles Jr, Mada, and Willard. Married June 21, 1941 to Slater Carl Gindlesperger who died August 14, 2003. Also proceeded in death by Son, Richard Carl who died...