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Boonsboro, Maryland Jerome Joseph "Jerry" Dittman, Jr. 1927 — 2024 Boonsboro, MD - Jerome Joseph "Jerry" Dittman, Jr., 96, of Boonsboro, MD passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at his home. He was born on June 23, 1927, in Duquesne, PA to the late Jerome John and Rella Belle Grooms Dittman. Jerry was a 1941 graduate of St. Joseph's Elementary School and a 1945 graduate of Duquesne Senior High School. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps serving at the end of World War II. Jerry married Helen Louise Scott on February 10, 1968, in St. Ann's Church Waynesburg, Greene County, PA. Jerry retired from Racal (Thales) Communications Co. in Rockville, MD as Checker of Engineering Drawings. He enjoyed gardening and Genealogy. Besides his wife, he is... Ravenna, Ohio Carol Ann George 1950 — 2024 Carol George, 73, of Ravenna, Ohio passed away peacefully on March 28, 2024 at the Kobacker House in Columbus, Ohio, following an extended illness. Born November 7, 1950, to Joseph "Jay" Skrobacs and Helen (Golmitz) Skrobacs of Crescent Heights, Pennsylvania. Carol was a 1968 graduate of California Area High School in California, PA. Friends will be received at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E. Main St. Ravenna, on Sunday, April, 7, 2024 from 2pm until the funeral service, officiated by Pastor Dan Caruso, beginning at 3pm. Interment at Maple Grove Cemetery will be held at 10am on Monday, April 8th. To view full obituary and to send condolences please visit... Ravenna, Ohio Carol Ann George 1950 — 2024 Carol George, 73, of Ravenna, Ohio passed away peacefully on March 28, 2024 at the Kobacker House in Columbus, Ohio, following an extended illness. Born November 7, 1950, to Joseph "Jay" Skrobacs and Helen (Golmitz) Skrobacs of Crescent Heights, Pennsylvania. Carol was a 1968 graduate of California Area High School in California, PA. Friends will be received at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E. Main St. Ravenna, on Sunday, April, 7, 2024 from 2pm until the funeral service, officiated by Pastor Dan Caruso, beginning at 3pm. Interment at Maple Grove Cemetery will be held at 10am on Monday, April 8th. To send expressions of sympathy and view full obituary please visit... New Martinsville, West Virginia Jesse Mae Wildman 1932 — 2024 Jessie Mae Dailey Wildman, age 91 of New Martinsville, WV, passed away Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Moundsville Health Care Center, Moundsville, WV. She was born July 6, 1932, in Sycamore, PA, a daughter of late Charles Alonzo and Laura Katherine Roberts Dailey. Jessie was a retired seamstress for Greenway Manufacturing. She liked to draw, sketch, sew, bake, and work on jigsaw puzzles. Loved and adored babies, when giving and receiving hugs. Also enjoyed drives in the countryside and walks visiting with others. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, George Alvin Wildman; 6 brothers, William A. Dailey, Melvin A. Dailey, Francis... Beaufort, North Carolina Kathleen "Kim" Homic 1955 — 2024 Kathleen "Kim" Homic, 68, of Beaufort, North Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at her home. Kathleen, affectionately known as Kim was born on May 28, 1955, in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, to the late Wilfred and Sue Kotouch. Kim was a vibrant soul who cherished her family above all else. Her husband Joseph was her rock, and together they created a lifetime of precious memories. Kim's love and devotion to her family were unparalleled and her family meant the world to her. She will be remembered as a loving wife, supportive mother, and proud grandmother. A true people person, Kim had the remarkable ability to make everyone around her feel valued and loved. Her presence could... Chesapeake, Virginia Mary F. Heavner 1933 — 2023 Chesapeake-Mary Faust Heavner, 90, passed away November 19, 2023, at home. She was born August 15, 1933, to Nelson K. and Elsie M. Faust in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. Mary graduated from Ursinus College in 1955 and married Phillip G. Heavner in 1957. Mary was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a former resident of Scenery Hill, PA, a decades-long member of Emmanuel Presbyterian Church in Eighty Four, PA, and a member of the Bentworth Business and Professional Women's Organization, where she was Woman of the Year in 2007. She had a long teaching career and touched the lives of many students, especially during her tenure at Bentworth Middle School in Bentleyville,... Waukesha, Wisconsin Nancy L. Gardner 1947 — 2023 Nancy L. Gardner, 76, of Waukesha, WI, passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at Waukesha Memorial Hospital. Nancy was born on January 3, 1947, in Monongahela, Pennsylvania, the daughter of William and Thelma (tee*ts) Navoney. Nancy married David Hickman on May 9, 1970, and the couple enjoyed 10 years of marriage before his passing on November 2, 1980, she then remarried Leonard Gardner on June 18, 1983, and the couple enjoyed 31 years of marriage before his passing in 2014. Nancy was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Monongahela, PA and Brookside Baptist Church in Brookfield, WI. She earned her master's degree from PennWest University and worked in education for over 40... Fredericksburg, Texas David T. Rush 1933 — 2023 David T. Rush, TSGT, Retired USAF David T. Rush was born in Washington, PA, on August 26, 1933, to parents Collins and Esther Swan Rush. He passed away September 6, 2023 at the age of 90. He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters; Patty, Arlene and Delores; and brother; Collins, Jr. Daughters; Bobbe Susan Rush-Brown, Betsy Patricia Rush-Kron and Son; Michael Larry Rush; Two grandsons Thomas Jeffrey Rush and Brice Bobby Kron. He retired from the USAF after 20 years of service. He served at Kelly AFB, San Antonio, TX; Tachikawa AFB, Japan; James Connally AFB, Waco, Texas; Bergstrom AFB, Austin, TX; Osan AFB, Japan; Altus AFB, Altus, Oklahoma; and ending at Elmendorf AFB,... Marietta, Georgia Marla Lee West 1933 — 2023 Marla Lee West died peacefully surrounded by her children on July 20, 2023 in Marietta, GA. Born in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of Willis Dixon Coffey and Mae Catherine Wentzel. Marla was predeceased by her parents, sisters Lois Blackhurst and Willie Kay Wolf, and her beloved husband of forty years, C. Robert West who passed in 1995. Marla is survived by her sister Shirley Vallina and identical twin Merry Lou McMurray. She is also survived by her three children Dr. D. Keith West (Merry Karen West deceased June 12, 2023), Lydia Tardiff (Jim) and Tara Mezzanotte. She was the grandmother to eight grandchildren: Kelsea West Alexander (Troy), Garrett West, Molly West (fianc?... Soldotna, Alaska Gary Lynn Ireland 1947 — 2023 Soldotna resident, Mr. Gary Lynn Ireland, 76, died Thursday, June 29, 2023, at Central Peninsula Hospital in Soldotna, Alaska. Gary will be laid to rest in Pennsylvania at the Fairall Cemetery at a later date. Gary was born June 23, 1947, in Waynesburg, PA. He graduated high school and received his degree from Olivet Nazarene University. He moved to Alaska in 1969 to live in Palmer. While living in Palmer he worked as a correctional officer at the Palmer Correctional Center. Gary retired from the Palmer Correctional Center in 2010. He loved hunting, fishing, hiking, and photography. He was preceded in death by his parents, William S. and Virginia (Lemley) Ireland. He is survived... Marietta, Georgia Mary Evelyn Samples 1922 — 2023 Mary Evelyn Samples, age 101, of Marietta GA, passed away on March 13, 2023. She was born in Kingwood, WV on January 6, 1922 to the late Mildred Lora Shay and Truman Weaver Ashby. Mary graduated from high school in East Chicago. While raising her three sons alongside her husband Henry K. Samples, she also worked at their local tax collector's office. In her spare time, Mary enjoyed camping with her sisters and all of the children when they were young. She was a talented quilt maker and was very involved with her church family. She also loved flowers and tending to her gardens. Mary Evelyn is preceded in death by spouse, Henry K. Samples; sisters, Dorothy Cunningham, Mickey Selah and... Knoxville, Tennessee Francis "Frank" Michael Wehinger 1942 — 2023 Francis "Frank" Michael Wehinger, most affectionately known as "Pop-Pop Cookie", passed away peacefully in his sleep Saturday, January 28th, 2023. Frank was born on April 9th,1942 in Bethlehem, PA and after retiring, relocated with his family to Knoxville, TN. He graduated from Bethlehem Catholic High School in 1960 and proudly served in the U.S. Navy for 6 years. Frank started his career at Bethlehem Steel Corporation and transitioned into the newspaper industry working his way up to Director of Circulation for various companies including the Morning Call, Express-Times, and The Observer Reporter, where he retired in 2002. Frank was known for his quick-witted humor and was always... Columbia, South Carolina Gary Lee Chaney 1947 — 2023 Gary Lee Chaney, 75, of Columbia, died on Monday, January 16, 2023. Born July 26, 1947, in Washington, Pennsylvania, he was a son of the late Robert and Ruby Jean Foringer Chaney. Gary worked for many years in medical equipment sales and later retired from Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina. He enjoyed being outdoors, especially when he had the opportunity to play golf. Gary was a US Air Force veteran and honorably served his country during the Vietnam War era. Survivors include his wife, Linda S. Chaney; children, Michael Chaney (Barbie), and Jessica Beals (Jeremy). He also leaves behind five grandchildren, Taylor (15), Bryson (12), Cooper (10), Blake (9), and Brooklyn (8). In... Mount Pleasant, South Carolina Patricia Ann Spillane Robertson 1940 — 2022 Patricia Ann Spillane,Topper, Robertson went to join her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 30, 2022, passing peacefully in her home in Mt. Pleasant, SC, surrounded by her children, after a long struggle with Parkinson's. Patricia's celebration of life service will be held Saturday, February 4, 2023 in McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home 27 North Cherry Ave. Houston, PA 15342 at 11:00 am. Patricia was born in Washington, PA on September 18, 1940. She graduated from Chartiers Houston High School in 1958, married and raised her children before pursuing a nursing career, having received her RN degree from Trident Technical College, North Charleston, SC, at age 50. She bestowed her gift of... Williamsburg, Virginia Donna Jean Pritts 1945 — 2022 Donna Jean Pritts, 76, passed away peacefully in Williamsburg, VA on November 16th, 2022, after a long and courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis. Donna was born in 1945 in Monongahela, PA to the late William and Mildred Domitrovic. In 1963 Donna graduated from Immaculate Conception High School in Washington, PA. She then graduated from Washington Hospital School of Nursing in 1966. In 1968, Donna married the love of her life, John ``Jack" Pritts. Donna was a caregiver and devoted her 45 year career as a Registered Nurse to healing the sick. She only retired when her MS made it too difficult to continue working. She and Jack also ran Canonsburg Milling for over 16 years. They bought... New Port Richey, Florida Thomas Burrows 1939 — 2022 Thomas Patrick Burrows, 83, of New Port Richey, FL, passed away on October 26, 2022. Thomas was born in Canonsburg, PA on April 1, 1939 to the late Delbert and Virginia Miller Burrows. A 1957 graduate of Canonsburg High School, Thomas joined the U.S. Army (and subsequently served in the National Guard for six years) prior to earning a bachelor's degree in Economics at University of Pittsburgh night school. After a decade working for the First Boston Corporation, Thomas would spend the next 24 years with Mellon Financial Corporation. Thomas, a vice president in the trust department, was respected by colleagues and adored by his staff. Thomas was a longtime member of the Securities Traders... Castle Rock, Colorado Beverly D. Butzine 1938 — 2022 Beverly Darlene Butzine, 84, passed away on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, her marriage anniversary, at Assured Assisted Living in Castle Rock, CO. A funeral service will be held on Monday, October 24, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Hafemeister Funeral Home in Watertown. Relatives and friends may gather at the funeral home from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow at Glenview Memorial Gardens in Ixonia. In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated to Peace Lutheran Church, McMurray, PA or Bloom Hospice of Colorado. Hafemeister Funeral Home is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.hafemeisterfh.com Beverly Darlene Snider was born on April 5, 1938 to... North Augusta, South Carolina Sara Louise Braverman 1933 — 2022 Sara Braverman, nee Corvin, of North Augusta, SC, formerly of Canonsburg, and Washington, PA, passed away on September 21, 2022, in Augusta, Georgia, in the company of her loving children. Sally, as she was known to family and friends, was born in Uniontown, PA, on April 2, 1933. She was preceded in death by her parents, Douglas W and Evelyn Inks Corvin, her brother, Douglas W Corvin Jr., sister, Anne C Gerhart, and her husband of forty-one years, Leonard Braverman. She is survived by her daughters, Ann Young and Beth Parry, her son, Dan Braverman, her sons-in-law, Frank Parry and John Young, daughter-in-law, Holly Thorson, five grandchildren, Ross R Young, Frank R and Scott T Parry, Joy...
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