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Kathleen Smicik

Kathleen Smicik

Feb 22, 2018

Kathleen Smicik, 70, of New Kensington, on Thursday, February 22, 2018.  Beloved sister of Deborah Giuliani and Renee (Michael) Whalen. Loving aunt of Chad Royer, Eric Royer, Brandon Kisiel, and Kristi Woods.  Great aunt of Emily, Heather, Leah, Nathan Royer and Chase and Nicholas Kisiel and Taylor Woods. She was preceded in death by her husband Richard Smicik and her...

William Bowser

William Bowser

Feb 22, 2018

William L. Bowser Jr., 64, of New Kensington, on Thursday, February 22, 2018.  William was born on May 20, 1953 in New Kensington, PA to the late William and Florence Bowser Sr.  Beloved husband of Shirley (Eshenbaugh) Bowser, loving father of Michelle (Scott) Bowser of New Kensington, William “Billy” L. Bowser III of New Kensington.  Brother of Dennis (Charlene) Bowser...

Joan Schuffert

Joan Schuffert

Feb 18, 2018

Joan C. (Runski) Schuffert, 78, of New Kensington, died Sunday, Feb. 18, 2018, surrounded by her family. She was the beloved wife of the late David L. Schuffert; loving mother of David (Brandi) Schuffert, Richard (Lori) Schuffert, Jodi (Chris) Ashbaugh, and Debbie (Ron) Vernon; grandmother of Kathrine (Tom) Cooper, Joshua Schuffert, Emilie and Matt Ashbaugh, and Madison, and David Schuffert;...

Shanelle Waugh

Shanelle Waugh

Feb 14, 2018

Shanelle "Nellie" Vonae Waugh, 40, of New Kensington passed away peacefully with her family by her side on February 14, 2018. She was born on June 10,1977 to the late Keith L. Waugh, Sr. and Lynette R. Rowles Waugh. Shanelle was a graduate of Valley High School class of 1995. Shortly after high school she served in the United States...

John Harnish

John Harnish

Feb 13, 2018

John J. Harnish Jr., 95, of Arnold, died Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2018. He was the loving husband of the late Doris J. (Murdock); father of Dianna L. (Ted) Mochanski and Randall Harnish; grandfather of Darice Thompson, T.J. (Jason Moore) Mochanski, Rachel Harnish and Ricky Harnish; great-grandfather of Ashley Lipinski, Lily Harnish and Alaina Olbeter; and brother of Joyce Hollier, Ronald...

Ruth Flinner

Ruth Flinner

Feb 11, 2018

Ruth Ellen Flinner, 59, of Imperial PA, passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2018.  Ruth was born on February 12, 1958 in Pittsburgh.  She was the beloved wife of Richard Flinner and loving daughter of Jean Thrower.  Ruth was preceded in death by her two sons.  Services will be private.  Arrangements entrusted to RJ SLATER IV FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION...

Sandra Cummings

Sandra Cummings

Feb 9, 2018

Sandra Lee Cummings, 64, of Swissvale passed away on Friday, February 9, 2018. Born on October 8, 1953 in Pittsburgh, she was the loving mother of Justin, Julia and Stephen Cummings; grandmother of Sabina Sullivan Cummings and Casper Sullivan Cummings; sister of Robert Johnson.  Sandra was preceded in death by her parents Edgar and Thelma (Smith) Johnson and her sister...

Larry Nichols

Larry Nichols

Jan 24, 2018

Larry Robert Nichols, 60, of Jeannette passed away peacefully Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at home.  He was born September 3, 1957 in Jeannette.  The son of the late Roy W. Nichols and Eileen Burro Nichols. In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his infant daughter Brooke Nichols and his sister Tina Robosky.  Larry was a truck...

Amanda Bockhouse

Amanda Bockhouse

Jan 16, 2018

Amanda Beth Bockhouse, 41, of Arnold passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 16th, in her childhood home, her mother at her side. Mandy worked for the Collection Service Center in New Kensington. She enjoyed spending time with her family, crocheting gifts for loved ones, doing needlepoint, reading, watching HGTV, and visiting the Outer Banks. She absolutely loved roses. She is...

Doris Hylton

Doris Hylton

Jan 12, 2018

Doris Jean Hylton, 93, of Mt. Lebanon, passed away Friday, January 12, 2018 in her daughter’s arms.  Doris was born on April 25, 1924 in Ashland, Kentucky to the late Raymond and Mabel (Bartram) Hornbuckle. Beloved wife of the late Dewey Edward Hylton Sr. who passed in 1990.  Loving mother of Jean C. (Brian) Fletcher and the late Dewey Edward...

Frank Wright

Frank Wright

Jan 10, 2018

Frank Eugene Wright, 77, of Jefferson, PA, passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2018.  Frank was born on May 4, 1940 in Blacksville, West Virginia to the late Roy and Sarah (Yost) Wright. Beloved husband of Opal Viola Wright.   Services will be held at a future date.  Arrangements entrusted to RJ SLATER IV FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, 1000 Freeport Road,...

William Geisler

William Geisler

Jan 8, 2018

William A. Cosgrove Geisler, peacefully passed January 8th surrounded by his family.  He grew up in Mt Lebanon, the pride of his parents William and Catherine. He worked hand digging house foundations and at a slaughter house to help support them through the depression.  He joined the Navy at 17 and was part of the early occupation of Japan.  His...

Anne Finley

Anne Finley

Jan 5, 2018

Anne Marie Finley, 89, of Brackenridge, on Friday, January 5, 2018.  Beloved wife of the late Ronald, who passed in 1970.  Loving mother of Zoeanne (the late Ronald) Augustine, Ronita (Tom) Glath, and Lynn Finley.  Grandmother of Kimberly (Mark) Golla, Korry (Christine) Augustine, Jocelyn (Robert) Stewart, Sean and Jenna Glath.  Great-grandmother of Brody & Braedan Golla, Fiona Glath and step-great...

Karen Malvarose

Karen Malvarose

Jan 4, 2018

Karen Malvarose, 65, of Cabot, passed away on Thursday, January 4, 2018.  Karen was born on February 6, 1952 in Butler, PA.  Services will be private.  Arrangements entrusted to RJ Slater IV Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 1000 Freeport Road, New Kensington (724-335-0100).  Online condolences can be made at www.rjslater.com.

Edward Smith

Edward Smith

Dec 29, 2017

Edward H. Smith, 88, of Brackenridge, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2017.  Edward was born on March 27, 1929 in New Kensington, PA and was a member of the United States Army where he served his Country honorably.  Services will be private.  Arrangements entrusted to RJ Slater IV Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 1000 Freeport Road, New Kensington (724-335-0100). ...

Dayna Namey

Dayna Namey

Dec 27, 2017

Dayna J. Namey, 72, of Lower Burrell, passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2017.  She was the beloved daughter of the late Abraham "Bud" and Alice (Bettor) Namey.  Dayna is survived by many cousins. She taught elementary music in the Warren County School District for 30 years and also directed the community musical theaters.  Dayna was exceptional in music, art, stained...

Roy Moore

Roy Moore

Dec 15, 2017

Roy Owen Moore, 71, of Arnold, passed away Friday, Dec. 15, 2017, at home with his loving family by his side. Roy was born April 19, 1946, in New Kensington, to the late Roy O. Moore and Dorothy E (Backstrom) Moore. He was the beloved husband of Barbara (Cervice) Moore for 48 years; loving father of Timothy Roy Moore; loving...

Frances Varhola

Frances Varhola

Dec 2, 2017

Frances Marie (Malinowsky) Varhola, of Export, passed away Saturday, Dec. 2, 2017, at Westmoreland Hospital in Greensburg. She was born in Bairdford, Pa. and was a lifelong, avid gardener. She is survived by her children, Richard Varhola, Diane Amador and Patricia Stone; a niece, Carol Berger; and their families. Frances was preceded in death by her daughter, Sandra Knull. Per...

Linda Fobes

Linda Fobes

Dec 2, 2017

Linda L. Fobes, 72, of New Castle, PA, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2017.  Linda was born on March 4, 1945 in New Castle, PA.  She was a resident at Golden Hill Nursing Home where she loved to read, do puzzles and watch her favorite TV shows.  Linda will be remembered most for her warm, outgoing personality.  Services will...

Mary Huybrecht

Mary Huybrecht

Nov 30, 2017

Mary L. Huybrecht, 73, of Arnold, died Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017. She was the loving mother of Cramer Bryant, Karla Sicilia, Mary (Mark Fotheringham) Miskimen, Edwin (Maggie) Huybrecht and David (Charlotte) Huybrecht; and sister of Robert W., Tom Whitzell, Rodger, Carol Sue, Jack Simson and the late Virginia and Roy Whitzell. Mary was proud to have 16 grandchildren and seven...

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