All Obituaries

Kim Marie (Swartz) Safko, went home to be with Jesus, at the age of 67, on April 15, 2026.  Kim was a graduate of Brownsville Area High School Class of 1976, a member of Calvary Chapel Brownsville, Pa, and was a resident of Dry Tavern, PA. Her first love was Jesus, but second to that was Lucy, her mini sheltie who brought her great joy and comfort.  Kim was proceeded in death by her father, Harry L. Swartz; her mother, Alfonzina (Footie) Carnicelli; her ...

Ruth Elizabeth Lilley Gillis, age 91 of Tower Hill 2 passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at Lafayette Manor, Uniontown, PA with her loving family by her side. She was born in Luzerne Twp., Fayette County on August 9, 1934, a daughter of Arthur Elias and Sara Elizabeth Ruffcorn Lilley. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Lloyd Gillis, Sr.; siblings: Arthur II, Ronald, Donald, Lloyd and Lama. Ruth is survived by her two sons: Nelson D. Gillis and his ...

Betty Ann Balog, age 72 of Penncraft passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026 in WVU Uniontown Hospital, Uniontown, Pa. She was born on June 29, 1953 in McKeesport, Pa, a daughter of Harry E. and Betty Ann Yocabet Wilson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Barbara Wilson. She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Joseph “Dave” Balog, Sr.; children: Sheri Guess and husband, Brian, Joseph David Balog, Jr and wife Shauna, Janine Booker and ...

Michael John Maleta, 75 of Grindstone, PA passed away Thursday, April 9, 2026 at J. W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown, WV. He was born February 17, 1951 in Fairbank PA to Anna and Michael J Maleta. Sr. In addition to his father, he was proceeded in death by his wife of 35 years, Beverly J Dirda Maleta; father-in-law Joseph Dirda and wife Brenda; brothers in law: Joseph M Dirda, Gary Schaible. Surviving are his mother, Anna Maleta; sons: Michael of Brownsville, Daniel and wife, Michelle ...

Edward Joseph Kopec, Sr., 98, lifelong resident of Edenborn, PA peacefully passed away in his home on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. He was born April 13, 1927 in House #1 Edenborn to the late Vincent John and Amelia (Metro) Kopec. In addition to his parents Edward was preceded in death by his wife, Elsie (Elek) Kopec; infant son John Kopec; sons: Edward Joseph Kopec, Jr., Regis Alan Kopec; daughter-in-law, Debra Jean Kopec; granddaughter, Ashley Marie Kopec; four brothers: Jacob Kopec (Stella), ...

Nancy Louise Rankin Barati, age 78 of Brownsville, Pa passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2026. A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 9, 2026 and a funeral mass on Friday, April 10, 2026. A complete obituary will be published at a later date. Nancy’s professional funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Kish-Fabry Funeral Home, Inc., Republic, Pa.

Raymond Elton Hice, 75, of Republic, Pa passed away unexpectedly Saturday, March 14th at WVU Uniontown Hospital. He was born August 8, 1950, son of the Raymond E. and Mary Dacko Hice. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his mother and father-in -law, Louis Sr. and Kathleen Schubert; brother-in-law, Louis Schubert, Jr, all of Republic; daughter in law Rhonda Hice of Mill Run; granddaughter, Mary Sue Hice of Dunbar. He is survived by his loving wife of ten years, Susan ...

Paul L. Sebesky, of Republic, PA, passed away peacefully February 24, 2026 at Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown, WV. He leaves behind a legacy of faith, devotion, and compassion. Paul spent his working life in the local coal mines, laboring in various mines throughout the region. He was known for his strong work ethic, resilience, and dedication, these qualities reflected the character of the hardworking community he proudly called home. A deeply religious man, Paul was a former member ...

Patricia Marie King Lint, age 83 of Royal passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Mt Macrina Manor, Uniontown, PA. She was born on December 14, 1942, a daughter of Edward A. and Anna Theresa Katryniak King. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by siblings: Fred King, Josephine Kezmarsky, Eleanor Gotch; son-in-law, James Arison. She is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Oliver Daniel Lint, Sr.; son, Oliver Daniel Lint, Jr. and his wife, Ramona; daughter, ...

James Earl Burnham, 77 of Merrittstown, PA passed away at his home peacefully on February 19, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 29, 1948 at his home in Phenix, Alabama, a son of Eather Marie Prophitt and Gahazie Burnham. In addition to his parents his was preceded in death by the loving father who raised him, Herman Edward Niles; daughter, Cristal Michelle Burnham; brothers: Joe Wallace Burnham, Mark Haywood; sister, Flecia Turner; father-in-law, Merle Zoretic; ...