Vernon Edward, 85, passed away peacefully at Beacon Ridge surrounded by his family on March 21, 2023. Vernon was the son of late Otis and Beaulah Edwards and was born April 24, 1937 in Blairsville, PA.  He is survived by his wife, Virginia Edwards and his daughters, Rita Truitt (Rick), Renee Busi, (Robert) and Karen Drennen; and his grandchildren, Kayla Strong (Mark), Tyler Busi (Brandi), Joshua Truitt (Jesse) and Kelsey Drennen. He is also survived by his great grandchildren, Jackson...

Wanda L. Rager, 82, Josephine passed away February 28, 2023, peacefully at home.  She was the daughter of the late Thomas Sidman and Esther (George) Syster and was born July 23, 1940, in Indiana. Wanda was a past Deacon for the United Methodist Church. She is survived by her children; Richard Rager, Josephine, PA; Carlene Hilliard, Homer City and Brenda Rager, Indiana; her grandchildren, Aaron, Josephine; Brian Vance, Lucernemines; Brad Vance, Homer City; Thomas Rager, Homer...

Linda D. Stewart, 69 of Ebensburg spread her wings to heaven on February 22, 2023, after a long stay at Conemaugh Memorial Hospital in Johnstown. Linda was born on April 11, 1953, to John and Catherine (Galiardi) Stewart in Homer City. Linda is survived by her brother, Bob (Laura) Stewart of Tunnelton; nieces, Angel (Rick) Ashbaugh of Clarksburg, Carolyn Stewart of Tunnelton, Jessica (Jeremy) Bernard of Homer City; great nieces, Allison Shondelmyer of Clarksburg, Kelsy (Tyler) Hill of...

Frank “Larry” Yoders, age 78, of Homer City, went to be with the Lord on January 31, 2023. He was the son of the late Frank William and Edna Mae (Klinzing) Yoders and was born September 22, 1944, in Washington, PA. Frank was a lifetime member of the Homer City Fire Department He was also a member of the Homer City Fire Police and a mentor for the Junior Firefighters.  He was the Center Township Constable.  Frank worked security for local high schools, the Indiana...

John Wayne Schlemmer, 71, a resident of Indiana, Pennsylvania, passed away at home on Monday, January 30, 2023. John was born on November 20, 1951, to Lenore Irene (Reams) Schlemmer and Edwin James Schlemmer. He is survived by his wife, Carol (Tatios) Schlemmer, and two sons: Mathew Schlemmer (fiance Chana Tepe); and Bryan Schlemmer (wife Marie Schlemmer). John was also the grandfather to three beloved grandchildren; Mila Schlemmer, Etta Schlemmer, and Aidan Treat. A long-time Pennsylvania...

Larry Junior Duncan, 70, Homer City, died January 30, 2023, at Indiana Regional Medical Center.  He was the son of the late Clarence and Dessie (Overman) Duncan and was born July 18, 1952, in Indiana, PA. Larry was a grounds crew operator at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania and was a member of the AFSCME Local Union. He is survived by his wife, Susan; daughter, Jessica Hoover, Cresson; sons, Scott Duncan, Seward, and Jason Duncan, Commodore; grandchildren, Adam McKendrick, Dusty...

Timothy Lynn “Slacker” Deyarmin, 68, of Homer City, died January 28, 2023, at his residence.  He was the son of the late Stanly and Edna Deyarmin and was born July 23, 1954, in Indiana, PA. Timothy was employed by R&P Coal Company.  He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He loved spending time with his family and friends, especially spending time around the fire pit with his family, friends, and neighbors. He loved his old cars, and if anyone...

David Lloyd “Applepap” Deyarmin, Sr., 85, Homer City died January 24, 2023, at Keeper of the Flame, Blairsville.  He was born January 24, 1937, in Indiana, PA, and was the son of the late John and Nora (Muir) Deyarmin. He was a member of the United States Army and the Homer City American Legion. Before his retirement, David was employed as a maintenance man at Continental Can.  David Sr. was proud of his son, David Deyarmin Jr., and enjoyed the great friends he had at...

Pauline Mildred (Bedich) Checlosky, 94, Homer City, died peacefully at home on January 19, 2023.   She was the daughter of the late Nick and Pauline (Zongoro) Bedich and was born May 3, 1928, in Elders Ridge, PA.  Pauline graduated from Elders Ridge High School and Indiana Business College. She worked as a bookkeeper for Flemings Buick Garage in Indiana, PA, where she met Mike, the love of her...

Dorothy J. Halmes, 97, of Coral, passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2023, at Rose Haven Personal Care Home. The daughter of the late Stephen and Anna (Popiesz) Halmes, she was born May 11, 1925, in Coral, PA. After graduating from Homer City High School in 1942, Dorothy moved to Pittsburgh, where she worked at Union Switch and Signal until she retired in 1985. She then moved back to Coral. Her family will always cherish the memories of her beautiful Christmas trees and Christmas...