All Obituaries

Grace M. Pederzolli, 98, of New Haven Court formerly of East Brady died Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Allegheny General Hospital. Born April 27, 1925 in Kaylor, she was the daughter of Michael J. and Emma (Reese) Hertweck. Grace was a graduate of Karns City High School and on June 17, 1943, she married John T. Pederzolli. Grace was a homemaker but also worked in the East Brady High School cafeteria for a few years. She was of Catholic faith and a long-time member of St. Eusebius...

We lovingly remember Luke David Fetzer, age 42. He was born on January 11, 1982 in Lancaster, PA. Son of Douglas Fetzer and the late Jaclynn Livella. He spent his life living in the mountains of Pennsylvania and Colorado where he loved to fish, enjoy the serenity of nature and time with his family and friends. Luke had a strong work ethic, always finding himself taking a leadership role, and took pride in being the very best at what he did. Luke may have had many struggles but he always...

Nicholas A. Ganter, 29, of Apollo, formerly of Chicora, died Wednesday, February 14th as a result of a motor vehicle accident. Born December 30, 1994, in Butler, he was the son of Robert F. and Carolyn A. (Huber) Ganter. A 2013 graduate of Karns City High School, Nick was currently employed by Passavant Memorial Homes as a skilled contractor.  Though he was new to this job, he enjoyed his coworkers and company.  Nick had previously worked in the maintenance department at...

Laura M. Hogan, 69, of East Brady died Sunday, January 28, 2024 at Allegheny General Hospital. Born April 16, 1954 in Butler, she was the daughter of Roy and Beverly (Beabout) Crawford. A 1972 Graduate of East Brady High School, Laura married Larry A. Hogan on April 21, 1973.  They recently celebrated their 50th Anniversary. An EMT, Laura spent 25 years with the East Brady Ambulance Service.  Laura was a lifelong member of the 1st Presbyterian Church in East Brady where she was...

Joseph E. Bonnett, 45, of Rimersburg died Thursday, January 11, 2024 at his home. Born July 8, 1978 in Clarion, he was the son of Edson and Mary Lou (DeCorte) Bonnett. Joe was currently studying to become a machinist.  He had previously worked as a mechanic and welder. He was a member of St. Eusebius/St. Richard Catholic Church. Joe enjoyed playing cards and video games. He is survived by his mother, Mary Lou Bonnett of Rimersburg.  3 aunts, Lola (Floyd) Kirk of Butler, Sally...

Charles T. “Tom” Hiles, 75, of Sarver, formerly of Queenstown died Saturday, December 23, 2023 at Fair Winds Manor, Sarver.  Born April 18, 1948 in Queenstown, he was the son of Charles L. and Mary Katherine (Uenking) Hiles.  A graduate of Karns City High School, Tom enlisted in the US Navy and served from 1967 to 1971. He spent his career as an over the road truck driver working for Pennzoil and Matalack.  On February 16, 1973, Tom married the former Doris L....

Terry A. Lynch, 71, of East Brady, died Sunday, November 26, 2023 at the Butler Memorial Hospital. Born July 5, 1952 in Bristol, WI, she was the daughter of Eugene W. and Elizabeth H. (Patrick) McLaughlin. Terry was married to the late John Lynch, who preceded her in death in 2005. Terry was employed by Uni Mart in East Brady for a number of years.  She loved greeting customers and learning about their lives.  Terry enjoyed cooking, traveling, music, spending time with friends...

Gary W. Brothers, 70, of Butler died Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at his home. Born June 17, 1953 in Indianola, Gary was the son of Henry C. and Velma R. (Miller) Brothers. A Vietnam veteran, Gary served his country in the US Marine Corp, Army and Navy.  He continued a life of service by volunteering his time with the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). Gary was a member of the Butler American Legion Post 117 and the Vandergrift American Legion Post 114.  He loved playing music,...

Phyllis A. Miller, 91, a resident of Kittanning Care Center, formerly of Bradys Bend, died Monday, November 20, 2023 at Kittanning Care. She was the last remaining member of her immediate family.  She was preceded in death by her daughter, Catherine Coe. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 AM Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at St. Patrick Church, Bradys Bend with Rev. Arnel Tadeo officiating.  Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Arrangements are under the...

Bradley M. “Stackhouse” Miller, 43, of East Brady died Monday, November 6, 2023 at home, with his family after a courageous 8 year battle with ALS. Born March 7, 1980 in Butler, he was the son of Michael E. and Amy J. (Kusick) Miller. A 1998 Graduate of Karns City High School, Brad was a football team captain of the 1997 District 9 Champions.  He then attended Waynesburg University and obtained a degree in elementary education.   Brad was a much-loved...