All Obituaries

We are sad to announce that on Moday, March 13, 2023, Antoinette A. DeMasse, of Merrittstown, PA, suddenly passed away. She is preceded in death by her parents, Tony DeMasse and Irene DeMasse (Vecchio) and her brother, James DeMasse.  Antoinette was born September 19, 1949, in Brownsville, and was a long-time resident of Merrittstown. She retired from Sensus after 40  ears of service, where she made numerous friends along the way....

Alfred “Freddie” Grant, Jr, age 68 a resident of New Salem, PA, passed suddenly, Sunday, March 12, 2023 at the UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA.  He was born in Waynesburg, PA cherished son of Alfred G. Grant, Sr and Geraldine (Palo) Grant. Freddie was a creative animal. He was an accomplished lead guitarist and custom carpentry contractor.  He created many custom baths, kitchens and cabinetry in the local area and was self-employed. His guitar was his...

It is with great sadness that the family of Frank A. Palo, Cardale, PA, announces his peaceful passing in his home on March 10, 2023, after a courageous battle with heart and kidney disease.  Frank’s unwavering faith compels our belief that the Blessed Mother took him by the hand and said, "Come with me to our Father, your work here is done." Frank was predeceased by his cherished parents, Alfred V. Palo and Julia (Stabilla) Palo, his brother, Alfred “Sonny”...

Rebecca J. Bogus 77 of East Millsboro, PA passed away Monday March 6, 2023, in The Gathering Place Personal Care Home in Uniontown, PA. She was born August 25,1945 in Brownsville, PA, the daughter of Matthew A. and Dorothy (Shaw) Dankovich. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years Edward A. Bogus on October 26, 2021. Rebecca was a member of the former Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church in Republic and a member of St Francis of Assisi in Footdale. She...

Michael “Pappy” Alan Coombs, Sr. age 70 of Allison, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 in Washington Hospital with his loving family by his side. He was born on April 10, 1952 in Morgantown, WV, a son of the late William and Louise Horne Coombs. Mike is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Cindy Lee Clark Coombs; children: Kristina Lynne Beattie and her husband Charles Michael Alan Coombs, Jr (Lena) all of Allison; grandchildren: Sarah Teagarden, Aiden...

John Edward Cupples, age 75 of New Salem (previously Youngwood, PA) passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2023. He was born on March 5, 1947 in Mechanicsburg, PA, the son of the late Clair William and Mary Eleanor Wise Cupples. John proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War and was an active member in his community serving on numerous committees and as a councilman for Youngwood. He enjoyed raising his children, watching his grandchildren grow, and will be fondly...

Joseph Vernon Jr. (Junior) 66 of Fairbank, PA passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 12, 2023, in WVU Uniontown Hospital. He was born April 1, 1956, in Brownsville, Pennsylvania, a son of Joseph (Sr) and Betty (Norman) Vernon. In addition to his parents, he was proceeded in death by siblings: Art Vernon, Bill Vernon, Charlotte Vernon, Carol Hull and Timothy Vernon;  two grandchildren: Justin Joseph Jordan and Alisha Jean Wingard Junior was the owner of Allibies Bar in Fairbank, PA,...

Joanne Manchas Liptock, age 62 of New Salem passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2023 at Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown, WV with her loving family by her side. She was born on February 18, 1960 in Brownsville a daughter of James and Gloria Geballa Manchas. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 30 years, Robert J. Liptock, Jr. Joanne is survived by her daughter, Jamie Michael and her husband Christopher of Baltimore, MD; son, Brian Liptock  (Deonna)...

Jacquelyn Elizabeth Camino, 57 (formerly known as Jacquelyn Elizabeth Thomas) passed away in her home on January 11, 2023 from health complications.  Jackie was a beloved mother, sister and friend who will be deeply missed by everyone who knew her.  She was a dedicated member of the Bible Baptist Church in Brownsville.  Jackie lived a life of kindness and generosity, always putting others before herself. She loved deeply and you would be fortunate to be able to call her a...

Stephen A. “Steve” Kishel 79 of Allison #2 PA passed away Monday, January 9, 2023, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 29, 1943 in Allison #2, PA, the son of Adam and Elizabeth (Kuty) Kishel. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters: Barbara Bohach, Betty Kovach, and Sandra Schoch; brothers: Edward, Paul, Albert and John Kishel, in addition to four brothers in infancy. Steve was a member of St Peter’s Evangelical...