Local Obituaries for Homer City, Indiana County in Pennsylvania.
Sarah E. Henry
April 6, 2026
Sarah E. Henry, 93, of Lucernemines, passed away peacefully. Born July 12, 1932, in Dayton, she lived a life devoted to her family.
She is survived by her children; Darlene (Tom) Viola, Susan Wheeler, Timothy (Diana) Henry, Pat and Pam Henry, Kevin Henry, and Jennifer Henry.
She is also survived by her grandchildren; Georgi Riddle, Katie (Dustin) Bruening, Adam (Kassi) Sasala, and...
Julian Scott Rainey
April 3, 2026
Julian Scott Rainey, age 22, of Indiana, Pennsylvania, passed away unexpectedly at his apartment on Friday, April 3, 2026.
Julian was a beloved son, brother, and boyfriend whose kindness and warmth touched everyone who knew him. He was a truly kind soul, thoughtful, loyal, and possessing a heart of gold that he wore on his sleeve. Adventurous by nature, Julian loved...
Mary Lou Wanchisn
April 3, 2026
Mary Lou Wanchisn passed away peacefully on Friday, April 3, 2026, at Indiana Regional Medical Center, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work, and devotion to family. Born on April 20, 1938, in Waterman, she was the daughter of Mike and Mary (Lellick) Rado.
Mary Lou was a member of Saint Mary’s Holy Protection Byzantine Catholic Church, Homer City. She...
Mary Jane Piccolini
March 21, 2026
Mary Jane Piccolini, 90, of Homer City, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on October 28, 1935, in Josephine, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Mary M. McCurdy Spohn.
Mary Jane was a dedicated professional who served as an office manager in the English Department at IUP prior to...
Steve Pavelchick
March 18, 2026
Steve Pavelchick, 93, of Brush Valley, PA, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2026, reuniting with those who had gone before him at Scenery Hill Rehabilitation Center. Born August 3, 1932, in Josephine, PA, he was the son of Andrew and Julia Pavelchick.
Steve proudly served his country as a Korean War veteran and worked for the B&O/Chessie System/B&P Railroad for...
David Paul "Red" Dellafiora
March 8, 2026
It is quite difficult to describe an indescribable individual through words. An enigma wrapped in a riddle, David Paul Dellafiora, more accurately known to the world as Red (despite the fact his hair has not been red for decades), made his last call on Sunday, March 8, 2026. He always said his back was killing him, and it turns out...
Kenneth E. Getty
March 7, 2026
Kenneth E. Getty, 80, of Homer City, passed away peacefully at home on March 7, 2026, surrounded by his family. Born October 8, 1945, in Aultman, Pennsylvania, he was the son of Wayne S. Getty and Margaret (Phillips) Getty.
Ken proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War from 1965 to 1968. Following his military service, he worked...
Anna Mae Bell
March 6, 2026
Anna Mae Bell, 81, passed away at her home on March 6, 2026. Born on January 16, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Carrie Campbell.
Anna Mae was a 1969 graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP), where she earned a degree in Business Education.
She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose kindness, faith, and...
Eleanor M. Ciranni
February 23, 2026
Eleanor Ciranni, 96, of Homer City, passed away February 23, 2026, at Indiana Regional Medical Center in Indiana, Pennsylvania. She was born March 17, 1929, in Fulton Run, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Frank Gulakowski and Mary (Haluburda) Gulakowski.
Eleanor was a homemaker who took great pride in caring for her home and family, and she loved shopping. She was also a...
Monica Anne Wheeler
February 16, 2026
Monica Anne Wheeler, 52, of Indiana, PA, passed away on February 16, 2026, in Wexford, PA. Born on May 4, 1973, in Indiana, PA, she was the beloved daughter of the late Anna Mae Schmidt and Fred Schmidt.
Monica was a 1991 graduate of Homer-Center High School and later earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Indiana University of Pennsylvania....
LuAnna Ricci Scott
February 14, 2026
LuAnna Ricci Scott, 68, of Homer City, passed away on February 14, 2026. She was born on September 6, 1957, the daughter of Leno and Elizabeth (Zometsky) Ricci of Homer City.
LuAnna is survived by her husband, Vincent Scott; her sisters, Susan Caughetry (Michael) and Laura Clary (Terry); and her brother, Daniel Palazzone (Valerie).
LuAnna was a graduate of Homer Center class...
Robert Clair Wineman
2026
Robert Clair Wineman passed away at the North Cypress Hospital Hospice in Houston, Texas, on February 1, 2026. Born in 1931 to J.R. (Ralph) and Blanche Wineman of 47 Kunkle Avenue in Homer City, where he spent his childhood years.
He attended Homer City High School and graduated in the Class of 1949. While attending school, he fell in love with...
Jason Paul Vargo
January 23, 2026
The family kindly asks for privacy and understanding as they take time to mourn their loss; they are grateful for the outpouring of love and support, and condolences may be sent to the family, with expressions of sympathy also shared through the online guestbook. A complete obituary will be published in the coming days.
Joseph Donald "Don" Luscia
January 17, 2026
Joseph Donald “Don” Luscia, 95, of Homer City, PA, passed away peacefully in the home where he was born, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born April 28, 1930, in Homer City, Don was the son of the late John and Mary (Reonari) Luscia. He spent his working life as a laborer and coal miner with the North American Coal...
Wallace Harold Cook
January 3, 2026
Wallace Harold Cook, age 89, of Homer City, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026, at Indiana Regional Medical Center (IRMC). He was born on April 1, 1936, in Indiana, Pennsylvania, and was the son of the late Jay Cook and Helen (Campbell) Warner.
Wallace was a devoted member of Our Lady of the Assumption Parish. He proudly served his country...
Helen “Katie” Reams
December 28, 2025
Helen “Katie” (Messenger) Reams, 81, of Homer City, passed away December 28th at her residence after a battle with cancer.. She was born April 9, 1944, in Washington County, Pennsylvania, and was the daughter of the late Henry and Margaret (Elliott) Messenger.
Katie was a member of Grace Church, Indiana, and retired from Indiana County Children and Youth Services where she...
Ana Maria Cosme
December 5, 2025
Ana Maria Cosme, 78, of Homer City, formerly of Reading, passed away on December 5, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born April 9, 1947, in Puerto Rico, and was the daughter of the late Otilio and Inez (Ortiz) Cosme. She was of the Catholic faith.
Ana was a truly beautiful and caring woman, inside and out....
Nancy Ann (Albright) Davis
November 21, 2025
Nancy Ann (Albright) Davis, 62, of Homer City, passed away Friday, November 21, 2025, at her late residence. She was born February 6, 1963, in Indiana, PA, and was the daughter of George and Gladys (Richner) Albright.
Nancy was retired and had worked at various jobs over the years.
She was a member of Club Savoy, Graceton Coral Sportsman Club, and Red Barn...
Edna H. (Hensell) Stivison
November 12, 2025
Edna H. (Hensell) Stivison, 97, of Homer City, passed away on November 12, 2025, at Heritage Grove in Indiana. She was born on December 13, 1927, in Homer City, to Glen and Maude (Seanor) Hensell.
She was a Lifelong member of Homer City United Methodist Church, where she was a member of the Ideal Friendship Class. She was also a member...
