Greensburg Tribune-Review

Mike "Pup" Kristoff, Jr., age 83 of Somerset, PA, died peacefully on Thursday, October 21, 2021 at UPMC Somerset Hospital, surrounded by family. Mike was born January 12, 1938, in Whyle, PA, the son of the late Mike and Lydia (Lint) Kristoff. Mike is survived by his loving family, his wife, Sally Ann (Fry) Kristoff of 64 years; his son Robert Michael Kristoff and his wife Vicki of Greensburg; daughter Lori Kristoff Brodak and her husband, Ken, of Mt. Pleasant; brother John A. Kristoff and his wife, Jane; sister Julia Mae Kennell, Brother-in-law Robert Fry and his wife Mollie; four grandchildren, eight great grand and several nieces and nephews. He was a graduate of Sewickley High School and...

Helen Margaret Brinker, 92, of, Peachtree City, Georgia, passed away September 5, 2021. She was born on October 30, 1928 to the late Lewis and Cora Clark. Helen was preceded in death by her loving husband, Robert "Sam" Brinker. Originally from Toledo, Ohio, Helen met the love of her life, Sam, who served in the United States Marine Corp. They raised six children in Jeannette, Pennsylvania before relocating to Peachtree City, Georgia in 1978. They were married for 65 years before he passed away in 2012. Helen is survived by her children, Gary Brinker (Karen), Robert Brinker ( Vicki Blue), Judy Taylor (Robert), Bruce Brinker (Sheryl), Jeffrey Brinker (Trudy), Susan Vandiver (Ronald); her...

Finn Oliver Gruver, infant child to Keith and Emily Gruver passed away Saturday, August 28, 2021 at Tennova Healthcare. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his maternal grandparents, Jim and Ricki Prohaska; paternal grandparents, Larry and Dawna Norfleet, and Ron and Venetia Gruver; aunts, Kaylee (Dale) Horner, and Melissa Gruver; cousins, Allieonna, Dallin, and Corbin; maternal great-grandparents, Mary Brewer, Jim and Patricia Prohaska, and Joan Mills; paternal great-grandmother, Marlene Dallas, and many other special aunts, uncles, and cousins. Finn is preceded in death by his paternal-great-grandparents, Delmar Dallas, Gary...

Harold Lee Knotts, Jr. expired Saturday, July 17, 2021 in Hagerstown, MD. Born January 23, 1961 in Akron, OH, he was the son of Harold Lee Knotts, Sr. and the late B. Lynn Knotts. An employee of First Energy for over 30 years; R. Paul Smith Power Station, Williamsport, MD; Hatfield's Ferry Power Station, Carmichaels, PA; and First Energy corporate office, Greensburg, PA. Harold graduated from Fort Hill High School, Cumberland, MD in 1979 and attended Allegany College of Maryland and Hagerstown Community College. Harold is survived by his wife of 34 years, Patricia (n?e Forrester); sons Matthew and Joseph (Krissy); and sister Teresa Monahan (Michael). He is loved and missed dearly by those...

Elva Hite Cavanaugh, known as Lou, age 95, died peacefully at the Preston Health Center on Wednesday morning, July 7, 2021. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 65 years, H.R. (Harold Russell), on Valentine's Day in 2014. Lou is survived by her loving immediate family and scores of friends who have loved her and consider her family during her 40 years on Hilton Head Island. Immediate family includes her daughter Connie Dzendzel and husband Nick; grandson Nathan, his wife Roxanne (Purdy) Dzendzel, and great-grandsons Myles and Spencer; grandson Patrick and wife Christina (Kohler) Dzendzel, great-granddaughter Loucie and great-grandson Travis. Lou is survived by her...

Charles A Butler, 96, of Hilton Head, SC, husband of previously deceased Genevieve Butler, passed away Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at The Bayshore. Charles (of Jeannette, PA) was born March 13, 1925 to the late Thomas A. and Veronica Wolfe Butler. His life's devotion and first love was to his wife, family and education. He served in the US Navy during WW II and his lifelong career spanned High School Principal and faculty positions in the Administration programs for both principals and secondary student teachers at California University of PA. Charles is survived by his step-children, Michael S. Spina (wife Deborah) of Mt. Pleasant, PA and daughter Renee M. Sokosky (husband James) of Hilton...

Elizabeth Louise (Hoehler) Angel left this world holding on to the hands of her Savior Jesus, on June 1, 2021. Liz was born in Latrobe, PA, August 6, 1934. Those who came to know and love Liz knew how she was always eager for an adventure. For her 60th birthday, her sister Mary Ann gifted her with a hot air balloon ride over her home in Latrobe, PA, to fly in the morning calm over her beloved Laurel Mountain Ridge, St. Vincent Basilica, and local cornfields. Liz and Mary Ann grew up helping their parents at St. Vincent's greenhouse, sharing roller skates and life together. Always curious and learning, she became an accomplished seamstress, cook and baker. She sewed and altered many outfits...

Glenn R Brown, Jr, PhD, age 90 of Moreland Hills, OH. Former Senior Vice President, Technology and Planning of The Standard Oil Company. Prominent Cleveland philanthropist and supporter of education and the arts. Passionate advocate for economic growth throughout Ohio and beyond. Beloved husband of Jeanette G. Brown (Gecsy); loving father of Robyn L. Boebinger (John) of Hudson, OH and Eric R. Brown of Hiram, OH; adored grandfather of Carolyn A. Odom of Groveport, OH, Charles W Boebinger of Washington, DC and Michael J Boebinger of Cleveland Heights, OH; dear brother of Dale K. Brown (Paula) of Spotsylvania, VA and Gary L. Brown of Locust Grove, VA and the late Ron, Ray and Terry Brown;...

Tupelo, Mississippi formerly of Westmoreland City- Shawn Kreuzberger, 50, died unexpectedly on Thursday, April 8, 2021. He was born May 23, 1970 to J. Leon Kreuzberger and Norma Golembiewski Kreuzberger in Westmoreland City, Pennsylvania where he spent his childhood. Shawn received his nuclear engineering degree from Penn State and he joined the United States Air Force. During his military career, he traveled all around the world proudly serving his country for several years and obtaining the rank of captain. After two tours in Afghanistan and receiving several commendations, including the Bronze Star, he retired from the Air Force and began working as an industrial engineer. Around six...

Helen M. (Whetsel) Etling, 73, of Myrtle Beach, SC (formerly of Scottdale, PA) passed away Thursday, April 1, 2021, at home, following a brief illness. She was born on August 21, 1947 in Mt. Pleasant, PA, daughter of the late Lawrence S. and Opal M. (Freed) Whetsel. Helen was a graduate of Southmoreland High School, Class of 1965. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Alverton United Methodist Church and currently attending Calvary Chapel Myrtle Beach. Helen's hobbies included going to casinos anywhere, collecting antiques and playing card games with the girls. Helen is survived by her husband of 54 years, William, her children, Nina M. Miller and husband Cary of Latrobe,...

Dr. Albert Preston Barnett, 81, of Boswell, died March 25, 2021 at his home. Born February 6, 1940 in Somerset he is the son of the late James S. and Ida Mae (Ogline) Barnett. Survived by his wife the former Kathleen L. Bundy to whom he was married 53 years, daughters; Jennifer Barnett Kimmel and husband Daniel and Kimberly Barnett all of Boswell, grandchildren Mary and Justin Kimmel, also survived by his siblings: Constance Marteeny and husband William of Friedens, Susanne Dull and husband George of Oakmont, Deborah Barnett and husband Terry Debo of Southlake, TX, and James Barnett and wife Susan of Strasburg. Albert was a 1958 graduate of Somerset High School, a 1962 graduate in...

Cecelia J. "Sue" Leonard, 68, of Newville, PA, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2021 in the UPMC West Shore. She was born in Latrobe on February 16, 1952 to the late Victor E. and Effie P. (Myers) Marol and was the widow of Richard A. Leonard Sr., who passed away in 2005. Cecelia was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church, Moose of Carlisle and the Newville American Legion. She was an avid bingo player. Surviving are her children, Felice Jay Ferrarini of Newville and Rose Anne White of Carlisle; grandchildren, Jacob Allen White and Emily Rose White; and siblings, Mary Louise Bernett of Latrobe, Gerald Marol of Latrobe, and Bernadette O'Hara of Newville; and her beloved dog, Teamster....

Dr. William Charles Ryan M.D. age 90, of Somerset, died January 21, 2021, at Meadow View Nursing Center. Born May 1, 1930 in San Francisco, CA, son of William Bernard Ryan and Gladys Marx Ryan. Preceded in death by parents; first wife, Alice Catherine Long Ryan on August 26, 2003; son, Thomas More Ryan on April 25, 2003; brother James Ryan and sister, Barbara Ryan Stauble. Survived by wife, Donna L. Burnworth Ryan, to whom he was married almost 12 years; children: Cecilia A. wife of David Hughes of Somerset; James E. and wife, Renee Twombly of Opelika, AL; Mary A. Onstead of Danville, VA; Kevin W. and wife, Cindy Connelly Ryan of Silver Spring, MD; Theresa L, wife of Thomas Kumpf of...

Andrew A. "Drew" Balog, 76, of Ligonier, Pennsylvania and Bonita Springs, Florida, died Tuesday, January 19, 2021 in Lee Memorial Health System-HP in Fort Myers, Florida. Born February 15, 1944 in Duquesne, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Andrew Balog and Clara M. (Zorn) Balog. He is survived by his longtime companion, Susan Wagner. Drew was a 1962 graduate of Duquesne High School where he lettered in all sports. He spent his summers lifeguarding at the Kennywood pool as well as playing basketball at various city courts. Drew was drafted into the Army two days after graduating from Eastern Kentucky University and proudly served as a military policeman. Drew spent seven years...

Mary F. Stefano of The Villages, FL passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 9, 2021. She was 94. She was preceded in death by her parents, Antonio and Antonette (Condo) Stefano, brothers, George and John Stefano and sister-in-law, Ruth (Rose) Stefano. She is survived by four nephews, Thomas, Ronald (wife, Lisa Rich), Joseph (Ruth Abt) and James (wife, Sherrie) Stefano, and 2 generations of great nieces and nephews. Mary lived a full and exciting life. She left her home in rural Old Bethany in SW Pennsylvania for Washington DC shortly after high school in the summer of 1944 in response to a call for help in the labor force during World War II. After the war she remained in the area....

Rita Y. Pendlyshok (95), formerly of Avonmore, passed away at Arden Courts in Harrisburg on December 11. She was predeceased by Mike Pendlyshok, her husband of 67 years. Rita was an active member of St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church in Avonmore, and she was a charter member of the town's historical society. Because of her love of history, she enjoyed traveling throughout the country and had visited Europe several times. She owned and operated Rita's Beauty Shop in her home, and she worked as a beautician well into her eighties. An avid gardener, she always looked forward to planting spring flowers. She was proud of her Italian heritage. She enjoyed making wedding soup and baking...

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...

Clyde Miller McWilliams Jr., 61, of Somerset, died November 27, 2020 at Somerset Hospice House after a battle with Parkinson's. Born February 24, 1959 in Greensburg, he is the son of the late Clyde M. and Dorothy (Miller) McWilliams Sr. Survived by his wife the former Charlene A. Binkey to whom he was married 39 years, children; CPO Katie McWilliams of Jacksonville, FL, Shannon McWilliams and partner Bobby Schmidt of Oakland, MD, Jill McWilliams and partner Zach Painter of Hollsopple and Sam McWilliams of Somerset, grandchildren; McKenzie, Ryleigh, Elizabeth, and brother Roy A. McWilliams of New Stanton. Clyde was a graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School, he was owner and operator of...

William S. DiBerardine, age 70, of Carlisle, PA passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, November 26, 2020. He was born on September 14, 1950 in Greensburg, PA to the late William J. and Vivian Giacomo DiBerardine. Bill worked as an accountant for many years before retiring as a CFO. He was a graduate of Valley High School Class of 1968, a graduate of Penn State University Class of 1972 with a Bachelor of Science Degree. While attending Penn State he was a member of the Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity. He honorably served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam Conflict. He attended St. Patrick Catholic Church in Carlisle, PA. Bill was a member of the Fraternal Order of...

Richard Douglas "Dick" Hines, age 84, of Asheboro passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2020 at his home. Mr. Hines was born in Heartland, OH on August 21, 1936 to Douglas and Dorothy Darling Hines. He was a 1954 graduate of New London High School in New London, Ohio and attended Ohio Northern University in Ada, Ohio. Dick served his country in the U.S. Army National Guard. He was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd. He was formerly employed with Paschal Machinery and Stedman Manufacturing. Dick was a member of the Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity and the American Ceramics Society. Dick's lifelong hobby was woodworking, and following his retirement, he became a full-time...

Jodi Rae Sivak, age 48 of Carlisle died tragically on Thursday, October 15, 2020 at her residence in Carlisle. She was born in Latrobe, PA, on March 7, 1972. Jodi was formerly employed by the PA Dept. of Transportation and PHEAA. She was currently employed as a sales associate of Home Depot as a consultant in the Garden Dept. Jodi earned an associate's degree from HACC in Art with a major degree in Biology. She was very passionate about oceanography and our whale's population. She is survived by her mother Carole Arnold Sivak (companion Ronald Kutz) of Carlisle; her father Ronald M. Sivak of Jeanette, PA; two sisters, Jamie Nicholson (husband Kevin) of Murphy, Texas and their four...