It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stanley Rozmus on Saturday, April 17, 2021. He was a light in this world and now we need to continue to shine his light by carrying it within. Stanley (Stush) was born on April 25, 1924, son of the late Matthew and Frances Bonk Rozmus. On October 21, 1950, he married (the late) Marcella Pokrzywa. Stanley was a U.S. Army decorated war veteran, serving in WWII and the Philippines. He was honorably discharged and awarded the purple...

Roseanna Mae (Shaffer) Drazich 80, of Avella PA, passed away on April 19, 2021. Roseanna was born on December 24, 1940, in Nesterville WV, daughter of the late Dallas and Mary Shaffer.  She worked as a bus aide for the Intermediate Unit but was a homemaker for most of her life after graduating from Midway High School. Roseanna was a lover of all animals, enjoyed nature, always made a mean meatloaf and potato salad, and spent most of her time adoring her grandchildren  She is...

James Peter Lombardi of Altlasburg passed away on April 17, 2021. James was born on September 8th, 1946.  He was the loving husband to Mary Ann Lombardi, father to James Bright, Sonya Bright, Amanda Lombardi, Ron Roberts, Sheila Gamble, Jack Russell, and Mary Ann Nazario, and grandfather to many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  James worked as a special education teacher at Burgettstown Jr. Sr. High School and at the Meadows Racetrack and Casino. He enjoyed fishing,...

Mildred (Millie) Sztukowski, 100, of Slovan PA, passed away on April 16, 2021. She was born on July 2, 1920, in Houston PA, daughter of the late John and Sophie Stach Bober. Millie was married for 52 years to William Sztukowski of Slovan PA. She is survived by children Clyde Sztukowski of Carnegie PA, Wanda (Jim) York of Little River SC, and Gloria Sztukowski Cvetic of Monroeville PA, two grandchildren, Allison (Brian) Auten and Brad (Erin) York, and six great-grandchildren, twins...

John L. Bland Jr. 78, of West Alexander, PA died at home on April 8, 2021, surrounded by his wife, two daughters, grandson, and his 2 dogs, Mikey and Dukie. John was born December 2, 1942, in Cleveland, Ohio.  Son of the late John L. Bland, Sr. "Chuck" and Theresa Chvastsk Bland. John served in the U.S. Army in the 82nd Airborne Division and later was a coal miner for 26 years and a retiree from Universal Stainless and Alloy. He was a member of West Alexander United...

Lovona E. Ballo 96, of Oakdale, passed away peacefully in her home on April 6, 2021. She was the daughter of the late Edgar and Kittie (Hassler) McKay. Lovona was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh where she obtained her degree and worked in accounting at Russell Industries for several years. She later worked the circulation desk of the Bridgeville Public Library. Lovona was the devoted wife of the late Joseph Ballo, together they established and co-managed the Little League...

Ruby E. White of East Finley passed away on April 5, 2021. Ruby is survived by her son John White and daughter Roberta Marr. She is preceded in death by her parents and Husband John White. She will be sadly missed by friends and family. Arrangements are entrusted to Young Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc. 219 Main Street Claysville PA, 15323. (724) 663-7373 www.youngfhinc.com

Harold J. Bittinger (Junior) 79, of Burgettstown PA, passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on March 28, 2021. Harold was born on December 4, 1941, son of the late Russell and Virgie Greene Bittinger of Erie Mine in Burgettstown PA, formerly from Lonaconing MD. Harold worked for Harry Wagner’s Garage in Burgettstown PA. He is survived by his loving wife Billie Latshaw Bittinger of Burgettstown PA, three sons Harold (Louise) Bittinger of Richmond OH, Joseph...

Joann V. Cowden passed away on April 1, 2021, with her family by her side. She will be greatly missed by all. Arrangements are untrusted to Young Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc. 219 Main Street Claysville PA, 15323. (724) 663-7373 www.youngfhinc.com 

Keith E. Skidmore 67, aka Joe of Burgettstown PA, passed away on March 14, 2021. He was born on January 16, 1954 son of the late Donald and Mary Schrader Skidmore. Keith served four years in the United States Marine Corps from 1972 to 1976 his rank at discharge was E5. Later, he worked as a general laborer for different companies until he found a job working as an electrician. After retiring early due to a back injury he lived his last 20 years at home with his loving family. Keith is...