Lynn C. Sickler
Jun 5, 2025
Lynn Sickler, of Natrona Heights, passed away peacefully in her home on June 5, 2025. “I had a really great life,” she mused in her final months. That quote is being nominated for understatement of the year.
Lynn was born on April 23, 1952, in Williamsport, PA, the first child of the late Stewart “Bucky” Probst I and Roberta “Bobby” Probst....
Elizabeth A. Dowling
Jun 2, 2025
Elizabeth A. (Lynch) Dowling, 90, of Natrona Heights, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Monday, June 2, 2025. “Betty Ann” was born, June 26, 1934, in Flushing, New York to the late John S. and Mary (O'Neill) Lynch. She was a member of St. Mary Mother of God R.C. Church in Freeport. Betty is survived by...
James L. Hussey
May 30, 2025
James L. Hussey, 62, of Tarentum, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025. He was born on October 7, 1962, in St. Louis, Missouri. Known for his skills as a mechanic, James dedicated his life to his trade and took pride in his work.
As a Native American James learned the trade of large truck repairs growing up in Missouri. He...
Julie Anne Galli
May 21, 2025
Julie Anne Galli, born on October 3, 1965, in New Kensington, Pennsylvania, passed away on May 21, 2025 after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Julie was an amazing partner, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend whose life was defined by her classy elegance, indomitable strength, and adoring love.Julie received her undergraduate degree in English from Florida Atlantic University and went...
Robert J. Kepes
May 19, 2025
Robert J. Kepes, 77, of Fawn Township, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, May 19, 2025 at his home. He was born June 17, 1947, in Natrona Heights to the late Louis and Helen (Biciolis) Kepes. Robert proudly served his country during the Vietnam War with the United States Army stationed in Germany. After earning his Engineering...
Edward S. Nycz
May 18, 2025
Edward S. Nycz, 90, of Natrona, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 18, 2025 at his home. He was born September 22, 1934, in East Franklin Township to the late Frank and Salamaja (Platek) Nycz. Ed proudly served his country in the United States Army. His working career started at Pullman Standard in Butler and he retired from Haskells in...
Francis W. Wiskeman
May 16, 2025
Francis W. Wiskeman, 99, of Natrona Heights passed away peacefully in his home with family at his side on Friday, May 16, 2025.Born August 6, 1925, in Saxonburg (Ivywood) to the late Elbert O. and Cecilia P. (Peco) Wiskemann, he was the youngest of 8 children. Fran was a 1943 graduate of Har-Brack High School.He proudly served his country as...
Joan L. Maliszewski
May 16, 2025
Joan L. (Hale) Maliszewski, 77, of Sarver, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 16, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on November 19, 1947, in New Kensington to the late Wilbur and Mildred (Rall) Hale.
Joan was known for her warmth, quick wit, and deep devotion to her family. A true Pittsburgher at heart, Joan was...
Frances J. Harbison
Apr 24, 2025
Frances J. "Sis" (Kort) Harbison, 87, of Tarentum passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025. She was born January 9, 1938 in Natrona to the late Edward and Jane (Malak) Kort. Sis worked at First Commonwealth Bank (formerly Southwest Bank) as a teller for 40 years. She enjoyed doing word searches, QVC shopping, taking care of her cats, and keeping...
Patricia Sober
Apr 15, 2025
Patricia "Pat" (Hranica) Sober, 81, of Natrona Heights, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. She was born April 12, 1944, in Natrona Heights to the late John Hranica and Ethel Vojtecky Hranica Pajewski. Pat was a member of Guardian Angels Parish in Natrona Heights. She is survived by her children, Lin (Doug) Monardo, Doug (Kim) Sober and Chad...
Jacob D. Thompson
Apr 11, 2025
Jacob D. Thompson, 34, of Lower Burrell, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025. He was born October 26, 1990, in Natrona Heights to David & Mary Jane (Sakowski) Thompson, of Lower Burrell. Jake was a 2009 graduate of Burrell High School. He worked for Lendable Linens in their warehouse. Jake was an avid Pittsburgh Sports fan, enjoyed playing video...
James R. Cortese
Apr 11, 2025
James R. "Jim" Cortese, 94, of Brackenridge, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, April 11, 2025. He was born February 15, 1931, the last surviving child of the late Francesco "Frank" and Angeline (Mastroianni) Cortese. Jim served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was an avid train collector and proprietor of...
William McClain
Apr 8, 2025
William A. McClain, 89, of Natrona Heights, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at Platinum Ridge, Brackenridge. He was born May 1, 1935, in Natrona Heights to the late Lawrence M. and Hattie (Adams) McClain. Bill served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He retired in 1999 from the former Pullman Standard in Butler....
Lynette M. Zimmer
Apr 2, 2025
Lynette M. (Spysinski) Zimmer, 59, of Brackenridge, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at her home. She was born December 6, 1965, in Natrona Heights to the late Edward & Sophie (Brzozowski) Spysinski. Lynette was a 1983 graduate of Highlands High School. She has worked for the past 20 years for Allegheny Textile Service. She was a member...
Catherine Freehling
Apr 1, 2025
Catherine Freehling, 75, of Tarentum, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at the Embassy of Saxonburg. She was born May 18, 1949, in Natrona Heights to the late William and Catherine (Debor) Freehling. Catherine was a 1967 graduate of Freeport High School. She was a member of the Central Presbyterian Church in Tarentum. Catherine enjoyed her trips to...
Charles L. Hockenberry Sr.
Mar 31, 2025
Charles L. Hockenberry Sr., 63, of Tarentum, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025. He was born August 5, 1961, in Butler to the late Delbert and Mary Jean (Holtz) Hockenberry. Chuck was a 1979 graduate of Valley High School. He served his country as a specialist in the United States Army. Chuck worked as a truck driver for various...
Thomas E. Kanzic
Mar 25, 2025
Thomas E. "Slant" Kanzic, 65, of Natrona Heights, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 in Harmar Village Health & Rehab Center. He was born January 31, 1960, in Natrona Heights to the late Anthony and Theresa (Okopal) Kanzic. Tom was a 1978 graduate of Highlands High School. He worked for his uncle's plastic company (OR Plastics) for 10 years...
Marie J. Sokol
Mar 21, 2025
Marie J. (Ryba) Sokol, 86, of Fawn Township, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 21, 2025 in her home. She was born April 3, 1938, in New Kensington to the late Anna Ryba and Stanley Pelczarski. Marie lived her life with a deep devotion to her faith and to her family. She delighted in watching her children and grandchildren grow...
Barbara Pleva
Mar 19, 2025
Barbara Thurmer Pleva, 90 of Natrona Heights, passed away on 3/19/2025 peacefully in her sleep. She is preceded in death by her husband of 58 years Anthony Pleva, daughter in infancy Barbara Pleva, parents James and Mae Thurmer, and son in law Dennis Cummings. She is survived by her daughters Marie Cummings and Marianne (Larry) Drane, and her daughter by...
Joseph Walkiewicz
Mar 16, 2025
Joseph Walkiewicz, 83, of Buffalo Township, passed away peacefully with his wife at his side on Sunday, March 16, 2025 at their home. He was born December 1, 1941, in Natrona Heights to the late ZIgmunt & Helen (Urbanski) Walkiewicz. Joe served his country in the Army Reserve working with the Army Corp of Engineers. He retired in 1998 as...