All Obituaries

Lois M. Park, age 88, of Valencia, passed away on Tuesday morning, November 12, 2019 in the comfort of her home. Born in Deer Creek, PA on February 4, 1931, she was the daughter of the late William and Bessie Ellis Fulton. Lois had worked in the Cafeteria at Mars High School for many years. She was a member of the Valencia United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dean M. Park, who she married on September 30, 1950 and who died on March 25, 2011. Surviving are...

Joyce L. Schultz, age 70, of Middlesex Twp., Valencia, passed away on Monday afternoon, November 11, 2019 at Good Samaritan Hospice in Cabot, with her family by her side. Born in Hampton Twp., PA on March 7, 1949, she was the daughter of the late John and Helen Croskey Ferguson. Joyce was a member of Holy Sepulcher Church in Glade Mills. A homemaker, loved cooking soups and her famous popcorn, but she especially loved time spent with her grandchildren. Surviving are her husband, David A....

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Bill Baldwin, 60 years young, on November 7, 2019 after a long battle with glioblastoma. He passed peacefully at home after much loving care by his girlfriend Carol and best friend Nick. He is survived by his beloved sister, Gale Graney (Joe), his beloved niece, Lauren Graney, many cousins, Aunt Doris Villella and dear musician friends. Preceded in death by William C. Baldwin and Rose Cuda Baldwin. Bill was a humble, gentle soul loved by...

Harry R. Stadelmyer, age 61, of Middlesex Twp., Valencia, passed away on Saturday afternoon, November 2, 2019 in the comfort of his home with his loving family at his side. Born in Pittsburgh, PA on November 15, 1957, he was the son of Mildred Henn Stadelmyer and the late Henry R. “Hank” Stadelmyer. Harry was a CNC Programmer for Polycycle of Robinson Twp. He enjoyed woodworking, cooking, bee keeping and golf. An avid guitarist, he played with the band...

Francis A. “Babe” Kratz, Sr., age 95, of Mars, passed away on Monday morning, October 28, 2019 at LAS St. John Specialty Care Center in Mars. Babe had owned the Mars Auto Parts Store for 33 years after having an auto wrecking business. He served as a Sgt. in the U.S. Air Force during W.W. II and was a Past Commander of Mars American Legion Post 787. He had served for 30 years with the Mars American Legion and Mars V.F.W. Needy Basket Program. He was a member of St. John...

Eunice Merriman “Charlie” Guenther, age 72, of Mars, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Thursday, October 24, 2019. Born in Glenfield, PA on July 1, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Sylvester and Mary Louise Knecht Merriman. Eunice graduated from Seneca Valley and then went on to be a caregiver for many years. She was a 51 year member of Plains Presbyterian Church where she served as a past deacon. She was also the Jr. Vice President of the Mars V.F.W....

Jennifer C. Silk, age 68, of Valencia, formerly of Washington, D.C., passed away on Tuesday morning, October 22, 2019 at UPMC Passavant Hospital in McCandless Twp. Born in Montgomery, Alabama on December 30, 1950, she was the daughter of Irene Dziegieleski Silk and the late Thomas Silk. We will never forget our beloved Jenny! After graduating from St. Francis High School in Hawaii and obtaining a degree in biological heath at Penn State, she had a brilliant career as a health...

Donald S. Friedline, age 89, of Middlesex Twp., passed away on Monday morning, October 21, 2019 at LAS. St. John Specialty Care Center in Mars. Born in Pittsburgh, PA on November 23, 1929, he was the son of the late Arno and Elsie Schultz Friedline. Don started his career as a lineman for Bell Telephone, then became a switchman before retiring as a manager in 1983 after 30 years of service. He served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War. He was a member and Past Master...

Frank G. Govan, age 83, of Valencia, passed away on Saturday morning, October 19, 2019 in the comfort of his home. Born in Valencia, PA on September 26, 1936, he was the son of the late James George and Mabel Boice Govan. Frank had worked as a custodian for Halstead's and the Pine-Richland School District. A member of the Valencia United Methodist Church, he was a Life Member of the Valencia V.F.D., now Adams Area Fire District. Active in Masonic Orders, he was a member of John E....

Michael Carey Quimby, age 62, of Mars, passed away unexpectedly on Friday morning, October 18, 2019 at his home. Born in New Castle, PA on April 8, 1957, he was the son of the late John C. and Dorothy Mae Cartwright Quimby, Jr. Michael had been a plumber for Plumber’s Union Local #27 in Pittsburgh. He was a member of St. Kilian Church. Michael was an avid golfer.  He dearly loved his family and had been an active member of AA. Surviving are his wife, Susan Burke Quimby, who...

Emily B. Matz, age 83, of Mars, passed away on Friday morning, October 18, 2019 at Valencia Woods. Born in Pittsburgh, PA on May 31, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Mary Goetz Bischoff. A homemaker, Emily had worked as a switchboard operator for A.T. & T. She was a member of the Ingomar United Methodist Church, the Teutonia Mannerchor and the Alpine Ski Club. Surviving are a daughter, Linda Gourash of Mars, two sons, John Matz (Karen) in California and Jeffrey Matz...

Clarence Fetter Jr., age 75, of Mars, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 10, 2019 at UPMC Passavant in McCandless Twp. Born on November 28, 1943 in Bedford, PA, he was the son of the late Catherine and Clarence W. Fetter Sr. Clarence worked as a machine operator for Robert T. Woodings Industrial Corporation for over 50 years. Clarence loved race cars and sports, including wrestling, and was a big fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers. He really enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid...

Martha L. Negley, age 90, of Bakerstown, passed away surrounded by her family on Thursday, October 10, 2019 at Allegheny General Hospital. Born on August 6, 1929 in Bakerstown, PA, she was the daughter of the late Oliver F. and Vera Crummy Negley. Martha was a 1947 graduate of Mars High School. She went on to further her education at Pratt Institute in New York where she graduated in 1951. After 41 years of service, Martha retired as Chief Dietitian from the VA Hospital in Wilkes-Barre. A...

Named Scott Howard Woodson, I was born to James Howard and Harlene Rae Woodson February 20, 1962 in Cedar Rapids Iowa.  I passed from this plane of existence Tuesday, October 8, 2019 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Cancer killed me, but do not grieve for me. I had an amazing life. I learned at an early age how short life can be and lived accordingly. I've traveled the world, visiting more than 50 countries. I've climbed 14,000 foot mountains and driven fast cars.  I've...

Paul Carl Seufert, age 62, of Mars, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday evening, October 5, 2019. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., on November 25, 1956, he was the son of the late Paul and Stephanie Fisher Seufert. Paul was an Electronics Technician for the U.S. Postal Service in Warrendale at the National Distribution Center. Active in Masonic Orders, he was a member of John E. Mair Lodge #729 F. & A.M. in Mars,  where he had served two terms as Worshipful Master. He also was a member...

Dino Gianechini, age 85, of Evans City, passed away on Monday morning, September 30, 2019 at Good Samaritan Hospice in Wexford. Born in Elkland, Tioga County on November 23, 1933, he was the son of the late Baldo and Norma Nancione Gianechini. Dino was a construction project manager for Bank Building Corporation of St. Louis, MO. He had served in the United States Army. He was a member of Victory Family Church and a former member of the Allison Park Church. Surviving are his wife, Karen...

Mary T. Johnstone, age 88, of Sarver, formerly of Clinton Twp., passed away on Monday, September 30, 2019 at The Grove at Harmony. Born in Braddock, PA, on January 7, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Nora Margaret O’Donnell. Mary worked as a fashion illustrator for Gimbel’s, Hornes, and Kaufmann’s department stories in Pittsburgh.  In 1978, Mary enrolled and graduated from Gallaudet University with a B.A. in 1982.  During her time at Gallaudet,...

Harry F. Neese, age 68, of Kittanning, formerly of Mars, passed away on Monday afternoon, September 30, 2019 at Armstrong Memorial Hospital in Kittanning. Born in Butler, PA on April 25, 1951, he was the son of the late Cloy and Agnes McKeon Neese. A graduate of Mars High School, Harry had worked as a truck driver for several different trucking companies. Harry had served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Father of Justin, Ashley and Bradley and four grandchildren, all in...

Betty Ruth Cashdollar, age 91, of Valencia, passed away on Sunday afternoon, September 22, 2019 at UPMC Passavant Hospital in McCandless Twp. Born in Koppel, PA on May 8, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Lewis and Helen Knaell Pfeifer. Betty had been an operator for North Pittsburgh Telephone Company and later worked as a cafeteria secretary for the Mars School District for many years. She was a member of Old Union Presbyterian Church, where she had sung in the choir and taught...

Jane Elizabeth “Betty” Antill, age 91, of Mars, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2019 at UPMC Cranberry Place. Born in Pittsburgh, PA on November 30, 1927, she was the daughter of the late William and Jenny Agnew Bingham. Betty had been a member of the Dutilh United Methodist Church, Mars Campus and most recently attended Victory Family Church.  She also belonged to the Mars Women’s Club. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank J. “Judd”...