All Obituaries

Margaret R. DiPento, 93, of East Brady went home to the Lord, November 9, 2019 at Jameson Hospital. Born January 22, 1926 in Butler, she was the youngest child of Robert A. and Anna C. (Hooks) McIntyre.  Soon after she was born, the family moved to Kaylor, PA where she was raised.  She attended Kaylor School where she excelled in both basketball and volleyball, then graduated from Fairview (Karns City) High School in 1944. After graduation, Margaret moved to Erie and worked as a...

Joshua G. Dibble, 35, of Butler passed away from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident Sunday, September 29, 2019. Born March 28, 1984 in Butler, he was the son of Judy A. (Miles) Dibble and the late Ernest L. Dibble. A 2002 graduate of Karns City High School, Josh has served in the US Navy as a diesel mechanic for the past 18 years.  His military career took him around the world serving in South America, Africa and Australia.  He was honorably discharged from the...

Michael S. Stimac, 56, of East Brady died peacefully at home surrounded by family, Wednesday, September 25, 2019. Born August 20, 1963 in Butler, he was the son of Joseph M. and Jennie V. (Galassi) Stimac.  Mike was a 1982 graduate of East Brady High School and was employed by Standard Bent Glass for 26 years.  For the past 5 years, Mike worked at Armstrong Cement and Supply.  He was a member of the East Brady Baptist Church. Mike was a kind, gentle, prayerful man who was...

Richard J. “Rick” Lehner, 68 of Mooresburg, TN formerly of Beaver Falls, PA died Monday, September 16, 2019 after a long brave battle with a debilitating illness.  Born August 5, 1951 in Beaver Falls, Rick was the son of Anderw J. and Lillie (Nealer) Lehner. After playing football at Geneva College for a year, Rick graduated from Youngstown State University.  He was a middle school teacher in LaJoya, TX for 14 years before retiring to Tennessee.  While teaching,...

Bertha (Benedetta) J. LaRocca, 91, formerly of East Brady, PA and Youngstown, OH died Monday, September 2, 2019 at Sunnyview Nursing and Rehabilitation in Butler. Born November 6, 1927 in Bradys Bend, she was the daughter of Pasquale J. and Regina A. (Silverio) Fonzi.  Bertha was a 1945 Graduate of Johnstown High School and on April 24, 1948, she married Evelino J. LaRocca at St. Anthony’s Roman Catholic Church in Johnstown.  He preceded her in death on June 18,...

  Doris J. Aites, 88, of Kittanning, formerly of East Brady died Monday, September 2, 2019 at ACMH Hospital. Born April 24, 1931 in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of James L. and Effie G. (Beck) Simpson. For many years, Doris worked as a secretary for Judge Marilyn Horan and most recently, worked for the Clarion County Agency on Aging. She was of Methodist Faith and enjoyed crocheting and reading.  Doris was the past matron of the Order of the Eastern Star; East Brady Chapter...

Leslie E. Brison, 51, of East Brady, formerly of Emlenton, died Sunday, September 1, 2019 of natural causes at her home. Born April 28, 1968 in New York, she was the daughter of John C. and Dolores M. (Heidel) Hetzler.  Leslie was an LPN and had worked at area hospitals and nursing homes.  Most recently she was employed by Clarion Hospital. She was of Methodist Faith and enjoyed reading and flower gardening.   She is survived by one son; Alexander and wife Carissa...

Marjorie E. Bailey, 83, of East Brady died Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at Butler Memorial Hospital. Born March 9, 1936 in Butler, she was the only daughter of Walter L. and June (Mahood) Stevens.  On September 21, 1956, Margie married Elmer R. Bailey.  He preceded her in death on June 2, 2010. Earlier in life, Margie taught kindergarten and then spent the majority of her career in various secretarial positions.  Most recently, she worked at Life Steps in Butler; a job she...

Darlene Winchip, 64, of East Brady passed away peacefully Monday morning at home after a brief period of declining health. Darlene was a long-time resident of East Brady and active in the community.  She was born October 11, 1954 in Winchester, TN; the eldest daughter of Winfred and Billie (Powers) Haggerty.  Darlene was a devout Christian and attended the First Baptist Port Charlotte Church while making her home in Florida.    She was a loving wife, mother and...

Athanasia “Sula” DiPento, 94, of Bradys Bend died Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at the Chicora Medical Center. Born May 18, 1925 in Nea Makri, Greece, she was the daughter of Rev. Antonio and Chrisanti (Mastrokalu) Helmi.  On October 3, 1951, Sula married Veto DiPento at Holy Trinity Church in Vienna, Austria.  He preceded her in death on September 20, 2017. Sula served in the Greek Military during World War II.  Once moving to the United States, she held various...