All Obituaries

Shawn J. Hogan, 48 of East Brady died Thursday, April 1, 2021 surrounded by his family. Born February 18, 1973 in Clarion, he was the son of John and Carol Hogan and Judith D. (Hicks) Master. Shawn was a 1991 Redbank High School graduate and shortly after, enlisted in the US Army.  Shawn served as a Sergeant and an Intelligence Analyst and a Patriot Missile Crewmember.  He was awarded the Army Achievement Medal, the Army Commendation medal, the Good Conduct Medal, the National...

Betty J. Hicks, 74, of Parker died Thursday, April 1, 2021. Born February 3, 1947 in Pikeville, KY, she was the daughter of Charlie D. and Nettie D. (Steffey) Gross. Betty had previously been employed by Bobbie Brooks and the Bradys Bend T-Shirt factory. In 1992, Betty married William F. Hicks, he preceded her in death in 2020. Betty enjoyed crocheting gifts, playing computer games and crafting. She is survived by three daughters, Judy (Mike) McCollough, Jodi (Luther) Summerville,...

James E. Martin, 80, of Bradys Bend died Monday, March 29, 2021 at his home. Born April 19, 1940 in Wilkinsburg, he was the son of John W. and Elizabeth L. (McCluskey) Martin. Jim began his career at RexHide in East Brady then worked for over 20 years for the Consol Mining in Indiana, PA.  He and his wife also operated Martin’s Texaco in Bradys Bend for a number of years. Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time outdoors.  He is survived by his wife, Dolly Martin of...

Doris Jean Benninger, 86, of Seybertown, passed away early Saturday morning, March 20, 2021 at the Chicora Medical Center. Born in Brady’s Bend Twp., Armstrong County, on December 28, 1934 she was the daughter of the late Arthur Raymond and Anna Marie Schott Benninger. Doris was a 1953 graduate of the former East Brady High School. She then attended Clarion University for three years. She went on to work as the Unit Secretary at Butler Memorial Hospital for 40 years. She enjoyed...

Delbert L. Young, 66 of Karns City died Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at Butler Memorial Hospital. Born August 28, 1954 in Karns City, he was the son of Delbert L. and Eleanor M. (Crawford) Young. On June 29, 1974, Delbert married the former Helen L. Claypoole, she survives. For much of his career, Delbert was the owner and operator of Young Excavating.  He enjoyed his work and heavy equipment operation.  Delbert also enjoyed watching western movies and visiting with friends. He is...

Robert J. DeBacco, 86, of Sugarcreek Twp., died Saturday, March 13, 2021 at his home. Born November 6, 1934 in Bradys Bend, he was the son of Paul and Grace (Silverio) DeBacco. On June 28, 1958, Bob married the former Elizabeth “Betty” Gershak; she survives.   Bob began his working career at Harcliff Coal for eight years, then retired from WITCO after thirty-eight years of service.    A US Army Veteran, Bob served our country during the Korean...

Michael “Mike” Evankovich, 98, of Bradys Bend went to be with the Lord on Friday, January 29, 2021 in the comfort of his home. Mike was born in Redbank Twp., Clarion County, on November 8, 1922.  He was the son of the late John W. and Jennie Vinka Trinastic Evankovich. He was a 1941 graduate of Fairview Township/Karns City High School and a US Army Veteran of World War II.  Mike served from January 27, 1943 to January 1, 1946.  He had an 18-month in states...

Dorothy Louise Smith, age 82, of The Villages, FL, formerly of Mercer and Bradys Bend, passed away on January 24, 2021. Born June 14, 1938, in Brady’s Bend, she was the daughter of Joseph and Mary Todorich. She graduated from East Brady High School and was a homemaker, beauty salon owner and operator for 13 years.  Dorthey was active in her church and local volunteer fire departments women’s auxiliary. Her hobbies included bowling, jigsaw puzzles, golfing, playing cards...

Lois A. Roofner, 85 of East Brady died Friday, January 22, 2021 at Butler Memorial Hospital. Born May 24, 1935, she was the daughter of Byron W. and Jennie M. (Baker) Miller. Lois was a Freeport High School graduate and was employed by Armstrong County at Armsdale for 20 years, retiring in 1996. On July 6, 1956, Lois married the late George W. “Bill” Roofner, he preceded her in death. She enjoyed shopping, puzzles, scrapbooking, animals, watching the Steeler and Penguins but...

Vance C. Gallagher, 76, of Butler died Thursday, January 21, 2021.  Born February 21, 1944 in Butler, he was the son Vance C. Sr. and Margaret (Greenwood) Gallagher. A US Navy Veteran, he served during the Vietnam Era.  Vance was a lifelong journeyman roofer and a member of the Local Union #37. He enjoyed watching drag races and will be remembered for his elaborate outdoor Christmas decorations every year.  Vance is survived by two daughters; Melinda Gallagher of...