All Obituaries

Susan M. "Sue" Resh, 54, of Lower Burrell, passed away Friday, May 26, 2023, in UPMC St. Margaret, Pittsburgh. She was born July 25, 1968, in Jeannette, daughter of the late Walter L. "Cheech" and Elizabeth (King) Staigvil. Sue was a graduate of California University, receiving her bachelor’s in social work. Prior to her disability, she pursued her career as a social worker, having worked for UPMC Magee-Woman's Hospital in Pittsburgh. She loved her job...

Beverly J. Cortese, 68, of Smithton “Reduction”, passed away Thursday, May 25, 2023, at her home.  She was born December 18, 1954 in Braddock, daughter of the late George and Florence (Curry) Williams. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin G.Cortese.  Bev was a graduate of Greensburg Salem High School, Class of 1972. Prior to her retirement, she was a unit clerk having worked at Forbes Hospital for many years. Bev loved the...

John W. "Jack" Aujay, 80, of Hutchinson, passed away Monday, May 22, 2023, in Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital, Greensburg. He was born May 4, 1943, in Jeannette, a son of the late John and Elizabeth "Betty" (Critchfield) Aujay. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Carol A. Aujay in 2022; his brother, Larry Aujay; and his brother-in-law, Michael "Butch" Fraicola; niece, Debbie Fraicola; and his dog and...

George W. Jarmon Jr., 69, of Herminie, died Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born Jan. 13, 1954, a son of the late George and Clara (Ray) Jarmon Sr. Prior to his retirement, George worked for the U.S. Postal Service in Irwin as a rural carrier for more than 30 years. He enjoyed gardening, loved raising his chickens, playing euchre and going to bingo. Most of all, he loved spending time with his grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in...

Kathryn E. "Katy" Celio, 67, of Herminie, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023, in Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital, with her family by her side. She was born Aug. 16, 1955, in Greensburg, daughter of the late Willis and Freda (Graegor) Shick. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Antonio Celio Jr.; a brother, John E. Shick; and two sisters, Wilma Ultis and Janice Lipski. Katy was a past member of Seven Dolors...

Joyce A. Phillips, 83, of Bruceton Mills, W.Va., formerly of Herminie, passed away Saturday, April 1, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born May 17, 1939, in Apollo, daughter of the late John and Anna (Klingensmith) Knepshield. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by five brothers, Jack, William, Robert, David and Richard Knepshield. Joyce was a beautician and was co-owner of J&J Beauty Shop located in Herminie for many years. She then went on...

Marilyn Puklavec, 64, of Herminie passed away unexpectedly Saturday, April 1, 2023, at her home. She was born Aug. 16, 1958, in Greensburg, a daughter of the late Frank and Louise (Pace) Puklavec. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Roxanne Tepke. Marilyn was a member of St Edward Church in Herminie. She loved working at the church bingo and church picnic for many years. She was a past member of the Altar Rosary Society and loved helping taking care of the...

Betty J. Medved, 83, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, April 1, 2023, at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born Sept. 2, 1939, in Greensburg, daughter of the late George F. and Verna (Notovich) McGrew Sr. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, George F. (JoJo) McGrew Jr.; sister, Scherry A. Hauliska and her husband, Glenn, and nephew, Glenn Hauliska Jr. Betty was a homemaker and nurse’s aide for many years. She enjoyed going to the...

Christopher M. "Gus" Dunseath, 57, of Trafford formerly of Herminie No. 2, passed away, Friday, March 24, 2023, at his home. He was born May 18, 1965, in McKeesport, son of the late Robert E. and Genevieve L. (Pierce) Dunseath. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his special nephew, Howie Dennison. Gus enjoyed calling bingo, listening to Elvis, Billy Joel, and he especially loved to sing his heart out. He loved people and loved to socialize. Gus is...

Sue Ellen Bazzo, 59, of Rillton, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023, at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born Nov. 16, 1963, in Aurora, Colo., daughter of Saundra S. (Schroll) Krady, of Columbia, Pa., and the late Jay M. Krady. Sue was a 1981 graduate of Manheim Central High School and then attended IUP, where she met her husband, Tony. Sue and her husband proudly ran and owned "The Lincoln Highway Hub" in North Versailles for the past seven years and were owners of...