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Jason Robert Pelliccione, 38, of Listie, PA died at his home on Monday, June 15, 2020. Jason was born April 22, 1982 in Somerset, PA. He is survived by his mother Diane Paul (John) of Rockwood; half-sister Kayla Pelliccione Vought (Chris) of Friedens; son Jayden Robert Pelliccione; and grandmother Virginia Thomas. Jason is also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is preceded in death by his father Robert Dean Pelliccione and grandfather Edward Thomas. Jason was a member of the Rockwood Area High School class of 1998. He was a former employee of Liberty Pultrusions in Pittsburgh and McCarthy Tire in Somerset and was currently employed with CV Construction in Friedens. Jason loved...

Bryan Lee Phillippi, 26, of Markleton, PA passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2020. Bryan is survived by his parents Brian Phillippi, Sr. and Sharon Roberts Phillippi; brothers Brandon, Zak and Daniel; sister-in-law Kelly; and nephew Riley. He is also survived by his grandpap Robert "Moe" Phillippi (Carol Lee); grandmother Sandy Roberts (G. Tom) and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Bryan was a 2012 graduate of Rockwood HS and played football. He had several loyal friends and loved riding his motorcycle around the mountains. He enjoyed bonfires, cookouts, hanging out with friends and family. Bryan was a proud uncle of his nephew Riley and worked hard for the Union. He had a dream of owning a...

Shirley Kathryn Leskey, nee Peck, of Rockwood, PA passed away peacefully in the care of hospice at Meadowview Nursing Home on June 8, 2020. Born May 5, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Ray and Rebecca Peck. Shirley is survived by her two children; Tracy C. Leskey of Shepherdstown, WV and Matthew D. Leskey of Sanford, FL, by brothers and sisters; Ralph "Dub" Peck, Louise Miller, Doris Robertson, John Peck, Donna Lytle, Helen "Patty" Foy, Jim Peck, Bill Peck, Greg Peck, and David 'Jeff' Peck; well as by brother- and sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death her husband Robert, her parents, as well as her sisters Leona Putman and Emily Yonai, and brother,...

Shirley Kathryn Leskey, nee Peck, of Rockwood, PA passed away peacefully in the care of hospice at Meadowview Nursing Home on June 8, 2020. Born May 5, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Ray and Rebecca Peck. Shirley is survived by her two children; Tracy C. Leskey of Shepherdstown, WV and Matthew D. Leskey of Sanford, FL, by brothers and sisters; Ralph "Dub" Peck, Louise Miller, Doris Robertson, John Peck, Donna Lytle, Helen "Patty" Foy, Jim Peck, Bill Peck, Greg Peck, and David 'Jeff' Peck; well as by brother- and sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death her husband Robert, her parents, as well as her sister Emily Yonai, and brother, Ray Peck, Jr. ...

Elijah Nez Breegle, 17, of Rockwood, passed on June 6, 2020. He was born February 27, 2003 in Somerset. He is survived by his mother Rebecca Caton of Berlin; father Jason Breegle and wife Shanna (Henry) of Rockwood; brothers Flint and Reed; maternal grandparents Alfred and Laura (Emerick) Caton of Berlin; paternal grandparents Craig and Tammy (Lease) Breegle of Somerset and Dave and Linda (Koerbel) Henry of Rockwood; paternal great-grandmothers Evanell (Gary) Breegle and Shelva (Boden) Lease; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins; and his girlfriend Josie Porter. Elijah had just completed his junior year at Rockwood Area High School, where he played on the basketball team. He was an avid (and...

Elijah Nez Breegle, 17, of Rockwood, passed on June 6, 2020. He was born February 27, 2003 in Somerset. He is survived by his mother Rebecca Caton of Berlin; father Jason Breegle and wife Shanna (Henry) of Rockwood; brothers Flint and Reed; maternal grandparents Alfred and Laura (Emerick) Caton of Berlin; paternal grandparents Craig and Tammy (Lease) Breegle of Somerset and Dave and Linda (Koerbel) Henry of Rockwood; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins; and his girlfriend Josie Porter. Elijah had just completed his junior year at Rockwood Area High School, where he played on the basketball team. He was an avid (and accomplished) bowler, and enjoyed hunting and skiing. He loved his little...

Dora E. Keefer, 88, of Scullton, passed on June 5, 2020 at UPMC Somerset Hospital. Born July 6, 1931 in Middlecreek Twp., she was a daughter of the late George and Idella (Geary) Ansell. She is also preceded in death by her husband George Keefer in 2017 and sister Kathryn Ansell. Dora is survived by her children the Reverend Samuel Keefer and wife Tammy of Clymer, Jodi Knieriem and husband Brian of Rice, VA, and Greg Keefer and wife Bonnie of Scullton; grandchildren Jeremy Knieriem (Beth), Jared Knieriem (Angela), John Knieriem (Tiffany), and Derrick, Tanner, Kaitlyn, and Ethan Keefer; great-grandchildren Briana, Rylea, Aubriella, Lily, Linsey, and Aryana; brother-in-law Harry "Abe" Keefer;...

Burley Saylor went to be with his father Burley Saylor Jr and brother in law Adam Bereider, and grandparent's ; Burley Saylor Sr and Eileen Saylor and Betty Wilburn on June 3,2020. Born on July 3,1979 in Somerset,Pa. Survived by his son Rant and daughter Shalynn. Also, survived by his mother Berndine Saylor, sisters Elizabeth Bereider and Lou and family, Summer Burnsworth, and brother Elton Tressler survived by neices and nephews Raven Saylor, Adam Bereider, Robert Oris the third, Hope Burnsworth, Scotty Burnsworth, Alex Shultz and special aunt and best friend Tina Wilburn. Other family that were by his side till the end Denise, Craig, Aaron, Tyler and Sierra Glover and Tanya and Sierra Wilt...

Susan Conzelman Pham. Born February 13, 1945, she went home to be with God on May 23rd, 2020. Susan was born in Oak Ridge, TN to Ralph and Hazel (Bennett) Conzelman. She was raised in Detroit, MI. After high school, she had the opportunity to visit South Vietnam with her father, a civil engineer who was contracted to build the American University in Saigon. She worked as Executive Secretary at the US Army/Navy Exchange Headquarters and while there, learned to speak fluent Vietnamese, and fell in love with Wong Pham, and they were married 55 years. After their first son was born, they emigrated back to the US and lived in Deerfield Beach, FL and she counted Stuart, FL, Lansdale, PA,...

Gary Lynn Watson, 70, of Meyersdale, went to be with the Lord on May 21, 2020, from the effects of the COVID-19 virus, which started on March 14, 2020. He fought long and hard, ten and one half weeks with the COVID-19 effects. He was at peace with God through the direction and prayer of his granddaughter, Associate Pastor Faith Alexandra Purbaugh. He was born on June 10, 1949. He is preceded in death by his father John Howard Watson and mother Vella (Glessner) Watson. Gary left behind a wife of 50 years, Tomalee (Bowser) Watson; daughter Christal Ann Artice (Dan); granddaughter Renee Hollada; great-granddaughter Emmorie Hollada; daughter Gale Purbaugh (Brett); granddaughter Brittany Hollada...

Stephen Ashley Roch, 42, of Jerome, formerly of Gray, went to be with the Lord on May 21, 2020 at the In Touch Hospice House. Born August 13, 1977 in Somerset, he was the son of William and Christine (Rayman) Wissinger of Gray, and the late Joseph Roch Jr. Stephen is also survived by his daughter Layla Roch of Gray; brother Joseph Roch III of Pittsburgh; grandmother Mary Rayman of Gray; and many extended family members and friends. Stephen loved playing video games with his family and friends, and also enjoyed playing his guitar and listening to music. There will be no visitation at Stephen's request. A private service will be held at a later time. To leave a condolence, please visit...

Ada Elizabeth (Meyer) Enos, age 90, of Somerset, PA, formerly a long-time resident of Rockwood, PA, passed away on May 19, 2020. Ada was born on November 20, 1929 in Sharpsburg, PA and graduated from Meyersdale Area High School. Ada married the love of her life, James H. Enos in 1950 and was married for 55 years. Ada lived a full life as a wonderful mother, grandmother, homemaker. She worked for Rockwood Insurance, Deer Valley YMCA, & Roy Rogers. She loved to cook, sew, and kept an immaculate house. She enjoyed her weekly outings to the Senior Center with her friends and was an active member of The Red Hat Society. Most of all she loved her family and instilled in her children and...

Lawrence J. Niedoba, 73, of Rockwood, passed on May 17, 2020 at the In Touch Hospice House. Born June 18, 1946 in Duquesne, he was a son of the late Joseph and Ann (Labancz) Niedoba. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Peggy (Traynor) Niedoba; and his brother Davis Niedoba and wife Paula of Greensburg. Larry was a veteran of the US Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was a former employee of US Steel in Duquesne, Seven Springs Resort, and the Giant Eagle Grocery Store on Rt. 31 in Somerset. He enjoyed flea markets, fishing, hiking, and generally being outdoors. There will be no visitation or service at his request. To leave a condolence, please visit...

Val J. Campbell, 58, of Somerset, passed on May 12, 2020 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born September 12, 1961 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of Virginia (Kuglmaier) Campbell of Somerset, and the late Valentine Campbell. Val is survived by his mother; wife Jacqueline (Garrety) Campbell of Somerset; daughter Virginia Campbell of Somerset; granddaughters Mia, Belle, and Darby; sisters Brenda Judy (Tim) of Markleton, Linda Pugh (Dave) of Stoystown, and Karen Strother (Darrel) of Falls Church, VA; brother Robert Campbell of Somerset; and numerous nieces and nephews. Val was a long-time carpet installer in the Somerset Area. He was an avid golfer, and was a well-known guitarist in...

In loving memory of Norma K. Shaulis Beckner, 85, of Somerset, who went to be with her Lord on May 11, 2020. She is preceded in death by her husband Richard D. Beckner; parents Earl and Edna (Petrie) Shaulis; brothers Robert, Glen, and an infant brother; and sisters Virginia and Velma. She will be sadly missed by her family; children David Beckner and wife Joey and children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, Debra Beckner Koontz and husband Terry and children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, foster children, adopted grandchildren, and fostered great-grandchildren, Richard Beckner and wife Debra and children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, Mark Beckner and wife Ronda and...

Freda E. "Tiny" McClintock, 88, of Somerset, passed away at The Patriot, May 10, 2020. Born October 14, 1931 in Upper Turkeyfoot Twp., she was the daughter of the late Austin B. and Alice M. (King) Miller. She was the wife of the late J. Lloyd McClintock. She is also preceded in death by her infant daughter; son Delmas W. McClintock; daughter-in-law Deborah A. McClintock; brother Clyde B. Miller; and sister Velma Liberatore. She is survived by her children John T. McClintock of Somerset; Linda K. Loring, Jay G. McClintock, and Curtis J. McClintock, all of Rockwood; grandchildren Lisa ZeKanis and husband Robert and Amy Arcand of North Carolina, Olivia Loring and Drew McClintock of Rockwood,...

Milton R. Yoder Jr., 64, of Somerset, passed on May 5, 2020, at his home. Born April 24, 1956 in Johnstown, he was a son of the late Milton Sr. and Mary (Risher) Yoder. He is also preceded in death by his sister Dolly. Milton is survived by his wife of 41 years, Bonnie (Tressler) Yoder; son Clinton Yoder; daughter Jessica Ostrander and husband Shawn; sisters Darlene Yoder and Eleanor Leydig and husband Bob; and several nieces and nephews. Milton was a retired employee of Helen's Restaurant at Seven Springs Resort. In his retirement, he enjoyed gardening at his home. There will be no visitation or service. To leave a condolence, please visit www.millerfuneralhomeandcrematory.com

Robert S. Sterner, 67, of Confluence, died April 27, 2020 at 4:28 P.M. at home. He was born March 1, 1953 in Confluence. He is preceded in death by his parents Woodrow and Leona Sterner; and brother-in-law John Feathers Sr. Robert is survived by his wife Diana (Yeager) Sterner; son Jamie Sterner and his wife Chrissy, and her mom and grandson Caynan; sister Audrey Feathers; nephews Robert Feathers (Amy), John Feathers Jr. (Stephanie); and nieces Stacy (Don) and Winter Feathers. Robert was also a great uncle to 10 and a great-great-uncle to 2. He was loved by all of his family and friends. To leave a condolence, please visit [email protected]

Herman Kress Dupre left the world a better place on April 25, 2020. Herman was born in Ligonier, Pennsylvania on August 13, 1932. The son of two Bavarian immigrants, Helen Kress and Alois Dupre, he went on to become a quintessential American success story. His education started in a one-room schoolhouse, and then continued at Somerset High School. From there, he went on to attend St. Vincent College, where he studied chemistry, and graduated in 1953. Herman was awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Science from his alma mater in 2008. He maintained friendships with many of the faculty of St. Vincent, and was always willing and eager to support their good works and community endeavors. In further...

E. Jean Walker born Sept.12,1930 The daughter of Vernon and Edna Baker Shockey passed at her home on April 20, 2020. She was preceded by her parents and sisters Dororthy Smucker, Ruth Platt and Janet Gulliver and brothers Jay, Dale and Roy Shockey. She celebrated 60 years of marriage with husband Reid Walker before his passing Dec.1, 2009. She enjoyed driving truck with Reid for many years She was a homemaker and mother of six children. Deborah Baker (Ken) Berlin, Diane Pritts (Barry) Harrisburg, Barbara Spisso (Ron) Greensburg, Scott Walker (Wendy) Somerset. Daughter Karen Stringent and son Philip Walker are deceased. She has twelve grandchildren: Jill Rogers, Jeff Langley, Weston and...

Pauline E. Duncan, 89, of Somerset, passed on April 20, 2020 at The Patriot. Born January 28, 1931 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Milson and Katherine (Smith) Apple. She is also preceded in death by her 1st husband William B. Schneider Sr.; 2nd husband James A. Duncan Sr.; and sons Theodore, William Jr., and Kenneth Snyder. She is survived by her son Timothy Schneider; grandson Jason Schneider; brother Paul Apple; and daughter-in-law Paula Schneider. Pauline was a longtime member of the First United Methodist Church in Somerset, where she was very active, especially in the choir, and served as an administrative aide for many years. During that time she was known for her...