Sep 6, 2023

Richard Allen (Rick) Chimiak, 56, of Meadville, died peacefully and Jesus took him home on Wednesday, September 6, 2023, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital following a courageous 20-year battle with Hemochromatosis.

Rick was born February 23, 1967, in Johnstown, a son of Robert Chimiak and Shirley Anne (Miller) Chimiak Byers.  He married Diane Cease on October 7, 1989....

Sep 5, 2023

On the evening of September 5, Della Mae Clayton-Conway left behind her beloved family farm and family. She fought a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on the farm to Herbert G. Clayton and Mildred V. (Pizer) Clayton. She is survived by her loving husband Thomas (Tik) Conway whom she married on February 17, 1973.

Della...

Sep 4, 2023

William V. (Bill or Moon) Mullen, 80 of Meadville, passed away Monday, September 4, 2023, at Wesbury United Methodist Community. He was born February 8, 1943, in Meadville, a son of Joseph and Mary Sanford Mullen. He married Judith K. Brandt and subsequently married Debbie S. (Kinley) Timer. Bill was a 1961 graduate of Meadville High School. He worked...

Sep 4, 2023

William V. (Bill or Moon) Mullen, 80 of Meadville, passed away Monday, September 4, 2023, at Wesbury United Methodist Community.

He was born February 8, 1943, in Meadville, a son of Joseph and Mary Sanford Mullen.  He married Judith K. Brandt and subsequently married Debbie S. (Kinley) Timer.

Bill was a 1961 graduate of Meadville...

Sep 2, 2023

Kimberlee Lou Miller-Lethco, 65 of Saegertown, passed away following a long illness on September 2, 2023 at her home. Kimberlee was born on July 27, 1958 in Meadville to the late Dr. Sharlene C. Brown and Arthur Brown. Kims great love was her animals and showing horses with her granddaughters. Kim is survived by her wife and faithful partner...

Aug 29, 2023

John E. Wiltrout, 88, of Meadville, passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at Wesbury United Methodist Community.

He was born April 19, 1935, in Meadville, a son of George and Violet Curtis Wiltrout.  He had been married to Carol Truran and subsequently married Nancy Silvis on July 26, 1974.

John was a 1953 graduate of...

Aug 24, 2023

George H. Maxwell, 81, of Cranberry, passed away on August 24, 2023, at St. Clair Hospital in Pittsburgh. George was born on May 21, 1942, to the late John and Geraldine (Beatty) Maxwell. He was a graduate of Cranberry High School and worked for Conair as a Service Engineer for many years. While working for Conair he enjoyed traveling...

Aug 23, 2023

Margaret E. Benak, 101, of Meadville, passed away Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at Wesbury United Methodist Community after a short illness.

She was born December 23, 1921, in Meadville, a daughter of Delbert and Sarah Brady Gable.  She married Henry Benak February 26, 1949, and he preceded her in death August 23, 1972, 51 years to the...

Aug 23, 2023

Shirley H. Stock, 88, formerly of Conneaut Lake and a resident of Wesbury United Methodist Community, passed away there Wednesday, August 23, 2023.

She was born March 9, 1935, in Spangler, PA a daughter of Christopher H. and Hope Whited Ladenberger.  She married James H. Stock February 4, 1956, and he preceded her in death October 14,...

Aug 21, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Robert N. Optiz. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall. Services Visitation Monday August 28, 2023 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM Rose and Black Funeral Home & Crematory - Sandy Lake 3236 S Main St Sandy Lake, PA 16145 Funeral Service Monday August 28,...

Aug 20, 2023

August 28, 1930 — August 20, 2023

Sandy Lake, PA

Martha E. Schaeffer left the world on August 20, 2023 to be with her Lord and her late husband, Allen. Born in Reno, PA on August 28, 1930 to William R. Long, Sr. and Helen E. (McClintock) Long.

Martha leaves behind two sisters:...

Aug 20, 2023

September 5, 1934 — August 20, 2023

Greenville, PA

Marilyn J. Black Weaver, age 88, passed away on August 20, 2023 at St. Paul’s in Greenville. Marilyn was born on September 5, 1934 to the late Grant and Muriel (Mushrush) McMurray. She worked for 20+ years as an Aide at the former Mercer County Home...

Aug 18, 2023

Jack Wilson Piatt, 75, of Hartstown, passed away peacefully at his home the morning of Friday, August 18, 2023. Jack was born to Jack and Marie Piatt on October 5, 1947, and he was proudly raised in Geneva, PA. He was a 1966 graduate of Conneaut Lake High School.

Jack married the love of his life, Joyce ...

Aug 17, 2023

Kirk Edward Smith, 67, of Meadville, passed away Thursday, August 17, 2023 at Meadville Medical Center following an unexpected illness.

He was born September 13, 1955 in Meadville, a son of Paul Harvey and Dorothy Dittrich Smith.

Kirk was a graduate of Meadville High School.  He worked as a machine operator at various machine shops. ...

Aug 16, 2023

Paul Joseph Kulishek, 63, of Meadville, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Wednesday, August 16, 2023.

He was born June 20, 1960, in Baltimore, MD.  He married Barbara Byham on October 5, 2013.

Paul was a 1978 graduate of Calvert Hall College High School and a graduate of Harford County Community College.  He was...

Aug 16, 2023

Jamie Lee Shartle, 51 of Saegertown, passed away on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at home surrounded by his family. Jamie was born in Meadville on April 29, 1972 to Robert E. Shartle and Linda L. Bowman-Shartle. He was a 1990 graduate of Meadville High School and sold truck and trailer parts for several years at Sidley Mack, Southside Trailer,...

Aug 15, 2023

William Stanley Mattocks, Sr., 83, of Guys Mills, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

He was born June 11, 1940, in Meadville, a son of Virgil E. and Inez Mae Waid Mattocks.  He married Shirley Young in 1957 and she preceded him...

Aug 14, 2023

Helen E. McEwen

February 9, 1934 — August 14, 2023

Fairview Twp.

Helen E. McEwen, 89 of Fairview Twp, Mercer, passed away on August 14, 2023 at Orchard Manor. Helen was born on February 9, 1934 in Grove City to the late Paul and June (McCommons) Miller. She was a 1953 graduate of...

Aug 14, 2023

Tracy Lynn Neal, 48, of Cleveland, OH, passed away Monday, August 14, 2023 at University Hospitals of Cleveland.

She was born September 3, 1974 in Jennings, LA, a daughter of John and Paula Rita Johnston Merriman.

Tracy graduated from William Patterson University, Wayne, NJ with a Bachelor’s Degree in English.  She was employed at University...

Aug 13, 2023

Joann (Fortuna) Wanamaker, who lived most of her life in the Springdale PA area, was born April 25, 1945 and passed away August 13, 2023. She is now enjoying eternity with her husband of 49 years, Rene, and her son, William. We know the reunions between them and also her brother, Andrew, sister-in-law, Dianna, sister, Andrea, brother-in-law, William and...