All Obituaries

Joseph “Joe” Berg, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 7, 2026. He had recently celebrated his 92nd birthday, which honored his well-lived life. He was born on February 16, 1934, in Wilkinsburg, PA. He graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1952. On May 19, 1954, Joe enlisted in the United States Navy and served his country with pride. He eventually earned the rank of IC3 during his military service. His ...

James V. Bracken, 84, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, at his home in Allegheny Township, Westmoreland County. He had resided for several years in Englewood, FL, prior to his final illness. He was born Aug. 25, 1941, in Natrona Heights, to the late Melville O. Bracken and Elaine L. (Foresha) Bracken, and spent much of his youth in Harrison Township. Jim was educated at Har-Brack High School and the University of Pittsburgh, where he graduated in 1963 with a Bachelor of Science ...

Helen R. (Mahovlich) Goodman, 95, formerly of Freeport and Sarver, PA, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025, surrounded by her family at Concordia Lutheran Ministries in Cabot, PA. Helen was born on August 20, 1930, in St. Mary’s, PA to the late George and Rosa (Balaban) Mahovlich. She graduated from St. Mary’s High School in 1948. On October 11, 1952, Helen married Harry W. Goodman, and the couple celebrated 56 years of marriage in 2008. Helen was a member of St. Mary ...

Betty J. (Hollobaugh) Daugherty, 89, of Creekside, Plumcreek Twp., (Armstrong County) passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at Indiana Regional Medical Center, White Twp. She was born August 3, 1936, in Plum Creek Township, PA (Armstrong County) to the late William and Frances (Weaver) Hollobaugh. Betty lived all her life in Pumcreek Twp. Mrs. Daugherty was a faithful member ...

Barbara J. (Myers) Flemm, 81, of Sarver, Buffalo Township, (Butler County) passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in her home. She was born October 12, 1944, in Freeport to the late William Howard and Sara (Wile) Myers. Barbara lived most of her life in the Freeport area. Barabra enjoyed going to flea markets, working on jigsaw puzzles, painting, and traveling to the Midwest. Mrs. Flemm worked for the Freeport Area School District for 28 years as a custodian in both South Buffalo ...

Harry Lee Armour, 87, of Lower Burrell, Pennsylvania passed away on Friday, November 21, 2025. He was born on August 29, 1938 in Freeport, Pennsylvania to the late Edmond and Ivalee Armour. Harry was a veteran who served in the United States Army. He then had a career at Edgewater Steel as a pipefitter for many years. Upon his retirement, Harry channeled his passion for art and creativity into a booth that allowed children to design colorful sand art at local fairs and festivals. He was ...

Edith A. Coyle, of West Sunbury, PA, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on November 18th, 2025. She leaves behind a legacy of generosity, compassion, and quiet strength that touched everyone who knew her. She was well known as a firecracker that lit up every room she was in. Eydie is survived by her loving husband, James D. Coyle, her brother Michael (Rebecca) McAllister and her 5 children who will forever cherish her fiery spirit as well as ...

Millard (Mimi) Shurina, 91, of Natrona Heights, Fawn Twp., (Allegheny County) passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025, in the VA Healthcare System, Pittsburgh. Millard was born December 29, 1933, in DuBois, Clearfield County, to the late Stefan and Vincencia Shurina. He resided most of his life in the Alle-Kiski Valley. Mr. Shurina was a U.S. Veteran, proudly serving in the Navy during the Korean War. He attended West Deer High School and worked as a truck driver for Bremans Express in ...

Pearlette C. “Cathy” Mackowiak, 81, of Sarver, Buffalo Twp., (Butler County) passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2025, in Allegheny Valley Hospital, Natrona Heights, Harrison Twp.  Cathy was born March 28, 1944, in Freeport to the late Adam D. and Elizabeth Marie (Faith) Flemm. She resided in the Alle-Kiski valley for most of her life. Mrs. Mackowiak was a Catholic by faith, enjoyed embroidering, playing games with family and friends, painting by numbers but her true ...

Janet Eileen (Weber) Freehling, 88, formerly of Leechburg, (Allegheny Township) passed away peacefully Assisted Living at Rosebrook, Sarver, Pennsylvania on Monday, October 13, 2025.   Janet was born on December 18, 1936, in Ernest, Pennsylvania to the late Marlin J. Weber Sr. and Mary Ann (Hoover) Weber. She attended Albright College in Reading, PA and earned a bachelor’s degree in history.  She continued her graduate studies at West Virginia University where she earned a ...