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56, died on June 9, 2022, at home. Born on May 2, 1966, in Michigan, son of George and Sharon (May) Schech. Preceded in death by his parents and brother George Jr. Survived by his son Logan M. Schech, sisters Beverly wife of Timothy Lucas, and Sherry wife of Jim Williamson, and partner of 19 years Hope Struckoff. Mark was a 1985 graduate of North Star High School and attended Somerset Vocational School for heating and plumbing. He enjoyed fishing, and hunting, and was a kindhearted person. All services are private. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. Johnstown PA 15905. Condolences can be sent through www.ducafuneralhome.com.

Shaulis- Lisa Ann (Weimer), 48, passed away unexpectedly Saturday May 28th, 2022. She was born in Johnstown August 07, 1973, the daughter of Susan Weimer and the late Barry Charlton. Preceded in death by her father (2021) and her granddaughter, Oaklyn Marie Shaulis (2021). She is survived by her husband Jamie Shaulis; her sons, Ryan and Dylan; her mother, Susan Weimer and step dad, Dean Coddington; her twin sister, Lori married to Mel Jeffries; and her brother, Barrie Weimer married to Cindy; her brother in law, Travis Shaulis married to Donna; sister in law, Barbara Russic Dixon married to Larry; parents in law, Jay and Margaret Shaulis; and step siblings, Kim, Brian, and Cliff. Also...

Ott - Thomas D. Sr., 69, of Berlin, died on January 12, 2022 at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center. Born on March 4, 1952 in Somerset, son of Dean and Bertha (Zgett) Ott. Preceded in death by his parents, and siblings Gloria Jean Frazier, Jerry Ott, Teresa Jane Miller, and Sharon Miller. He was the last surviving member of his family. Survived by son Thomas Ott Jr. and daughter-in-law Leslie of Illinois and son David Ott, of California, grandchildren Amanda Ott, Jazel Ott, Julissa Ott, David Ott, and Deejay Ott. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and good friend George Zugrovich. Tom attended Shade High School and was an Army Veteran. He moved to Illinois and worked as a Plant Manager...

Miele - Gloria, 84, of Berlin, died on December 19, 2021 at Edinboro Manor. Born on November 11, 1937 in Pittsburgh, daughter of Frank and Concetta (Liberto) Mercurio. Preceded in death by her parents, husband Robert A. Miele who died in January 2020, brother Felix, and sisters Danny and Dolly. Survived by children Robert (Tammy), Jeffrey, Michelle (Richard), Toni Lynn; grandchildren, Kimberly (Phil), Robert (Lynden), Nicole (Austin), JJ, Anthony, Tyler, Shane; great-grandchildren Cash, Maddox, Kiera, Ariadne, William, Adilyn; and brothers Paul Mercurio (Nilda) and Frank Mercurio (Ginger). Gloria grew up in Pittsburgh and helped her husband with their business, Pittsburgh Sign Company. She...

Azzarella - Concetta, 96, known as "Kay", a resident of Graystone Manor, Altoona, formerly of Johnstown, died Friday, October 15, 2021 at UPMC Altoona. Born on May 27, 1925 in Johnstown, daughter of John and Antonette (Zagarino) Bennese. Preceded in death by her parents, husband Paul Azzarella, brothers Louis Bennese and Domenick "Tony" Bennese, and grandson-in-law Craig Turner. Survived by daughter Paulette, wife of Louis Gresik, of Altoona; granddaughters Dr. Carolyn, wife of Lawrence Hagg, of Hollidaysburg and Valerie Turner, of High Point NC; great grandchildren 2nd Lt. Nathan Hagg (Alyssa McGee), Megan Hagg, Ryan Hagg, Brady Turner, Becca Turner; brother Joseph Bennese, married to...

Esther Lois (Griffiths) Michaud, of Pottstown, PA, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2021, age 97, in Douglassville, PA. Born in Lakeside, California to parents Reverend Jesse K. and Josephine J. Griffiths. Due to her father's Presbyterian ministry, her early years were spent in a series of towns and cities across Washington and Oregon. She graduated high school in Pilot Rock, Oregon, (1942), and graduated College at The University of Oregon, (1947), with a B.S. Degree - Majoring in Music (Piano) and Education. Esther enlisted in the Navy, as a member of the Waves; her Yeoman training took place in Stillwater, OK, (1944 to 1946).In 1949, she married Dr. Joseph Ellery Michaud (deceased,...

Charlton- Barry Paul, 70, of Stoystown, died unexpectedly January 24, 2021. He was born March 17, 1950, son of Richard and Grace (Foster) Charlton. Preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Edward, Donald, John, and Thomas; and infant sister Jackie. Survived by his daughters, Lisa married to Jamie Shaulis and sons Ryan and Dylan; Lori married to Mel Jeffries and son Jessie Weimer; and Barry's son, Barrie Weimer married to Cindy, and their children Brandon Weigle, Tonya (Brad Duca), Brock and Brady Weimer; great grandchildren, Tanner, Carson and Conner; brother, Jerry and wife Donna; numerous nieces and nephews; his children's mother, Susan Weimer (Dean); and special friends Rick and Mary...

Phillippi- James Lee, 78, of Friedens, went to be with Lord surrounded by his loving family Sunday, January 17, 2021. He was born May 27, 1942 at home in Somerset. Son of the late Ray Sr. and Ethel (Cullison) Phillippi. Preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Nancy (Charlton) in August 2020; grandchildren, Kayla Joy and Nathan Singo; brother, Ray Jr.; infant brother; sister, Shirley; son-in-law, Ricky Mitchell; and siblings-in-law, Ted Singo, Jim Fisher, Van Tressler, Barb Charlton, and John Will. Survived by his daughters and caregivers, Stephanie married to Roy Menear and Nikki married to Adam Clawson; son, Michael Singo married to Tammy; grandchildren, Matthew Singo, and Cohen and...

65, of Westmont, passed away on December 24, 2020. Born July 31, 1955 in Oakland, MD, son of John Pingley Sr., and Helen (Sisler). Preceded in death by wife, Penny and parents. Sadly, Robert's brother John, Jr. passed away on December 26, 2020. Survived by brother Kerry (Terri) of Latrobe, PA, niece Sarah (Matt) Biddle of Hagerstown, MD and nephew Jonathan of State College. Robert is also survived from his wife Penny's family members including numerous sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law and nieces and nephews. Robert graduated from Somerset High School in 1973. He was employed by Latrobe Specialty Metals. Robert will be missed by his family, friends and co-workers. There will be no public...

Rafferty - Margaret A." Peggy", 85, of Johnstown, died on December 2, 2020 at Arbutus Park Manor, surrounded in love by family. Peggy has been a beloved sister, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, and great grandmother. She will be greatly missed, but those who miss her are comforted by the fact that she lived a full, faithful, and impactful life. Everyone describes her as kind, sweet and comforting. At the same time Peggy was fun, happy, and competitive. She was selfless, always focusing her energy and love on others. She touched many and forged many strong friendships that lasted her lifetime. Peggy was married to Ray Rafferty, the love of her life, for 63 wonderful years. They met at...

Gnagey - Donald R., 92, of Westmont, went to be with the Lord on September 15, 2020 at home. Born July 23, 1928 in Somerset, son of Dalton and Hazel (Koontz) Gnagey. Preceded in death by his parents, and loving wife of 65 years, Betty (Reesman). Survived by son Michael married to Wendy (Warshel); daughters Cynthia Watkins and Kathy wife of Dr. William Carney; grandchildren Matthew (Cara), Michael (Hannah), Jill (Matthew Pulford), Chris Gnagey, Katlyn (Dan Golias), Donald Watkins (Shea), Brittany (Chris Campagna), Bradley (Kaitlyn), and Bethany Carney; great grandchildren Wyatt Gnagey, Ramsay Watkins, Noah Golias, Tyler Pulford, and Laikyn Gnagey. Don was a 1946 graduate of Somerset High...

PHILLIPPI- Nancy Lee (Charlton), 69, of Friedens, went to be with the Lord surrounded by her loving family Saturday, August 22, 2020. She was born April 16, 1951, daughter of Vincent and Betty (Sarver) Charlton. Preceded in death by her parents; sister, Mary; brother, Stanley; grandchildren Kayla Joy and Nathan Singo; son-in-law, Ricky Mitchell; siblings-in-law, Van Tressler, Barb Charlton, Jim Fisher, Ted Singo, Ray Jr. Phillippi, and John Will. Survived by her husband, James of 49 years; her children, Stephanie married to Roy Menear, Nikki married to Adam Clawson, and stepson Michael Singo married to Tammy; her grandchildren, Cohen and Addie Clawson, and Matthew Singo; her brothers, Randy...

Cohen - Joseph S., 70, of Westmont, died on June 13, 2020 at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center. Born February 15, 1950 in Pittsburgh, son of the late Herbert and Sara (Friedlander) Cohen. Survived by his loving wife of 41 years Sandra (Johnson), daughters Jessica Chamberlain wife of Kenneth and Samantha Oreskovich wife of Kevin, grandchildren Mackenzie, Mya, Ryder, Isaac, and Austin, brothers Dr. Stanley Cohen married to Chris and Harry Cohen married to Theresa. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and special friends. Joseph was a 1968 graduate of Greensburg Salem High School and attended Penn State before entering into the US Army. He was the former owner of LaRose shops in the Richland...

Nicholson - Sue Ann, 53, of Rockwood, died on Saturday, April 25, 2020 at UPMC Shadyside. Born February 12, 1967 in Bedford, daughter of Clifford and Irene (Raley) Davis. Preceded in death by her parents. Survived by husband Jeffery Nicholson, children Craig Hollis-Nicholson (JD), of Somerset, Cassandra (Bill Welker), of Clearfield, Jherrica (Gary Collins), of Garrett, and Shelby Nicholson, of Rockwood. Grandchildren, Chloe and Nicholas Sarver, Bryce, Logan, and Carson Collins. Also survived by sister Mary (Lovrencic) Quesenberry and nephew Jason Lovrencic. To my Wife, I'm not always the man you need, I do things without thought, I forgot our Anniversary, some flowers I should have bought. I...

86, of Rockwood, died on April 17, 2020 at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center. Born August 14, 1933 in Somerset, son of Earl W. and Stella B. (Miller) Judy. Preceded in death by his parents, wife Wanda J. (Pletcher) Judy, who died on April 9, 2012, and brother Kenneth Judy. Survived by his loving sons Steven Judy, married to Linda (Purbaugh); Randy Judy, married to Joanne (Stahl); Douglas Judy, married to Tami (Tunstall); and Christopher Judy, and special friend Roxanne Korns; grandchildren Renae Judy, Kristin Yoder (Jeremy), Trisha Judy, Joshua Judy (Jeylan), Brandon Judy, Jessica Judy, Alex Judy, and Brandi Judy; great grandchildren Theo Judy and Ewan Judy. Also survived by brother Pastor...

Robert "Bob" A. Miele ,82, of Berlin, formerly of Pittsburgh, died January 16, 2020 at Meadow View Nursing Center. Born April 6, 1937 in Pittsburgh, son of the late Anthony and Julia (Bacco) Miele. Survived by his loving wife of 63 years Gloria A. (Mercurio), children Robert (Tammy); Jeffrey Miele; Michelle (Richard); Toni Lynn Miele; 7 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; brothers and sisters Anthony Miele and Judy (George Wood); brothers in law Paul (Nilda) and Frank (Ginger) Mercurio. Bob was a graduate of Central Catholic in Pittsburgh. He was a Veteran of the US Air Force. He worked at his family's business "Little Tony's" in Pittsburgh and was the founder of Pittsburgh Sign Company....

"Dick", 85 of Westmont, died November 11, 2019 at McCullough Place. Born October 8, 1934 in Johnstown, Son of Ross and Maria (Bartolotta) Burgo. Preceded in death by parents; sisters, Natalie Burgo, Gloria Burgo and Maryann Burgo; Brothers, John Burgo, and Robert Burgo; niece, Deborah Burgo and sisters-in -law, Patricia (Karrick) Burgo and Sara (Deihl) Burgo. Survived by nephews, Jon Burgo, Michael Burgo and Mark Burgo; Nieces, Susan (Burgo) Williams and Julie (Burgo) Maser. Dick was a professor at Frederick Community College in Frederick Maryland where he was the manager of the college baseball team. He also was the manager of ISDA and Monte Carlo AAABA teams and was Inducted into the AAABA...

McGough- J. Patrick 71, of Friedens, Went to be with the Lord on August 06, 2019. Born June 04, 1948 in Somerset. Son of the late John R. and Gene E. (Shaulis) McGough. Survived by his sister, Michele married to John Sube; niece, Kerri Mueller (Frank) and her daughter Alexis (Jared Peifer); nephew, Scott Sube (Eileen), and their children Brittney and Adam Sube; special friends, Cris and Craig Sprock; god daughters, Leah and Lauren Sprock; also Donna McGough Styx; and "faithful companions" Mason and Magnum. Patrick was a 1966 graduate of Somerset High School, and a 1970 graduate of University of Pittsburgh, earning a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. He was the Director of Rehab...