Obituaries

Sep 14, 2025

Nicholas Venuti Sr., of Verona, Pennsylvania, passed away on September 14, 2025.

He was known by all as one of the hardest working men you could ever meet.

His work ethic was unmatched, but his true strength was in his heart…he would do anything for anyone. If a neighbor, a friend, or even a stranger...

Sep 10, 2025

Kathryn "Kathy" Alene Fonner June 28, 1956 – September 10, 2025

Kathryn "Kathy" Alene Fonner, 69, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025.

Kathy was born on June 28, 1956, at UCLA Hospital in Los Angeles, California. She grew up in Santa Monica and later made her home in Lake Isabella, California,...

Sep 7, 2025

Ruth Rae (Righi) Clements, 87 of Longwood at Oakmont and known as "Cheech" to family and friends, passed away peacefully on Sunday September 7, 2025.   She was the daughter of the late Alex and Helen Righi.  Survived by her beloved childhood sweetheart and husband Ralph of 67 years.  Also survived by siblings Margel F. (late George) Carroll and Alex...

Sep 6, 2025

Patrick Vincent Pallatto Sr., 87, of Verona, passed away peacefully at Harmar Village Health & Rehab Center on September 6, 2025.

He was the son of the late Mary Cataldo and Anthony Pallatto Sr. Patrick is survived by his former spouse, Bonnie Lee Huber, with whom he had three beloved children; his late wife, Anna Marie (Seibel)...

Sep 5, 2025

Joseph Patrick "Pat" Dalsass, 78, of Washington Township, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 5th, 2025. Born on April 30th, 1947, he grew up in Verona and graduated from Verona High School.

He was a proud alumnus of the University of Pittsburgh, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in 1973. He began his career at...

Sep 1, 2025

Donald N. McDade, 75 of Plum, and formerly of Oakmont and Verona passed away after a 4 year illness with dementia on Labor Day, Monday September 1, 2025.   He was the son of the late Gladys and George McDade.  Loving father Rita (late Manuel) Porter, Teddy McDade, and the late Thomas McDade.  Pap of nine grandchildren and great-grandfather of...

Aug 28, 2025

Edwin "Ed" Yessler

December 7, 1925 – August 28, 2025

Edwin "Ed" Yessler, age 99 of Pittsburgh PA passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on August 28, 2025, following a lengthy illness.  Born on December 7, 1925, Ed grew up during the Great Depression.  In 1942 he enlisted in the...

Aug 28, 2025

Thomas (Tex) K. Ritter, 75 of Verona, passed away on Thursday August 28, 2025, after a 6-month battle with various health issues.  He was the son of the late Patricia and Joseph Ritter.  Loving husband of 42 years to Mary Ann (McCall) Ritter.  Father of Thomas (Christina) Ritter and Joseph Ritter.  Pappy of Jack, Carson, and Aleta.  Brother of...

Aug 28, 2025

Terry L. Donley, age 57 of Verona, passed unexpectedly at home on Thursday August 28, 2025.

He is the son of the late Betty and Beurford Donley.  Beloved husband of 24 years to Rebecca A. Donley.  Father of Amanda and Anthony Province.  Grandfather of Abram and Jacob.  Loving brother of Ray (Sherry), Judy (Randy), Vicky (Michael), Connie...

Aug 26, 2025

Macie Jean Thompson was born an angel in Heaven on August 26, 2025.

Her parents are Michael and Megghan Thompson, and she has 2 sisters, Madelyn (9) and Mira (3).

Her life will be celebrated by many loved ones in a private gathering at Crosspointe Church in Pittsburgh, PA on Friday, August 29.

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Aug 25, 2025

MARGUERITE DOZZI IOLE

Peacefully, with her family by her side, Marguerite passed away at the age of 96 on Monday, August 25, 2025.

Born in Pittsburgh, she was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Jennie (DiLucchio) Dozzi, her husband of 63 years, Anthony Iole and her brothers Peter (Terry) Dozzi and Eugene Dozzi,...

Aug 24, 2025

Virginia M. Bertha of Penn Hills, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late Arthur Bertha. Loving and devoted Mother to the late Brant Bertha (Karen Rau) and Glenn Bertha (Julie Behm).  She was the cherished and adored grandmother of Emily, Alexander, Matthew and Jenna Bertha. She is also...

Aug 23, 2025

Thomas Paul Teague, of Verona, 90 passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025, after a long battle of health problems.

He is survived by his loving wife, of 23 years, Deborah (Werntz); his twin brother, Ted; his sister Nickie (husband Mike) Doukas; daughter and granddaughter, Emily and Lily Conners along with many dear family members and friends....

Aug 21, 2025

Gene F. Funk, Jr., age 68 of Churchill, passed away peacefully on Thursday August 21, 2025.  He was the husband of Cindy (Wolf) Funk.  Father of Gene III, Michael, and Shannon. Grandfather of two.  Brother of Susan and Lorraine.

Gene was a proud former member of the United States Marines and Air Force.

He will...

Aug 21, 2025

Ralph C. Milcic, on Thursday August 21, 2025 at the age of 96 of Verona. Son of the late John Sr. and Margaret Milcic.  Beloved husband of 68 years to the late Dulcie A. (Pennacchio) Milcic.  Brother of Elizabeth (late Bob) Hower, the late John Milcic Jr., Helen Gable, Joseph Milcic, Rudolph Milcic, Mary Walsh, Katherine Rodgers, Mildred Cassidy,...

Aug 18, 2025

William "Bill" R. Klawinski, age 80 of Plum Boro, passed away in Forbes Hospital on Monday, August 18, 2025.

Bill was the son of the late Raymond and Laura Rolka Klawinski.  Beloved husband of Mary Morgan Klawinski.  Loving father of Thomas Klawinski (Francine) of New Kensington, Dawn Miller (Donald) of Jefferson Hills, William Klawinski of Fredonia, and...

Aug 18, 2025

Cynthia Corrigan, 77 of Verona, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday August 18, 2025.

She was the daughter of the late Caroline (Walker) and Raymond Michael. Beloved wife of 40 years to the late William R. Corrigan, Sr. Loving mother of William (Anne) Corrigan, Jr. and Michelle (Richard) Greece. Grandmother of Cameron, Peyton , and Evan...

Aug 11, 2025

Mary Grace Simpson-Crew, age 83 of Murrysville, passed away peacefully at home on Monday August 11, 2025 surrounded by her family.  She was the daughter of the late Anne Musto Gallo and Orazio Ignelzi.  Beloved wife of the late Robert W. Simpson and cherished wife of Albert W. Crew.  Loving mother of Robbin (Marty) Simpson-Greenberg and Bob (Debra) Simpson.  ...

Aug 10, 2025

Kenneth M. Keener 71 a longtime resident of Verona and Oakmont passed away on August 10, 2025. Born in Pittsburgh on November 10, 1953 to the late Lonnie H. Keener Sr. and Ruth (Cook/Houck) Keener.

Kenny was proceeded in death by his brothers Lonnie H.(Jr.),Howard L. and Richard E. Keener He is survived by his son, Josh...

Aug 9, 2025

Victoria Carlson, 60 of Oakmont passed away suddenly at home on Saturday August 9, 2025.  Daughter of the late Stella and William Mink.  Loving mother of Sara Carlson and Lexi Carlson. Sister of Terri (David) Hanley.

Vicki will be remembered for her quick sense of humor, she loved to laugh, and she was special in making light...