Janet Marie Goretsky “The Polish Princess” “G”, 64, of Connellsville, passed away on Saturday October 13, 2018 at West Penn Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born February 27, 1954 in Connellsville, the daughter of Julia (Herchko) Goretsky and the late Walter Goretsky. Janet was a member of the former Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, Connellsville and was a current member of St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church, Connellsville. She worked...

Orval R. Lewis, 62, of Connellsville, passed away peacefully on Thursday October 11, 2018 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born February 23, 1956 in Connellsville, the son of the late Robert Earl and Hilda C. (Casterwiler) Lewis. Orval worked as a plumber for R.J. Cunningham – Newco Mechanical. Orval is survived by his wife, Robin (Fisher) Lewis; children, Jeremy Lewis and wife Lynn of Connellsville and Jamisha Dooley and companion Montess Johnson of Connellsville ;...

Homer Lester “Bud” Hiltabidel, 86, of Bullskin Township, passed away peacefully on Sunday October 7, 2018 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 7, 1932 in Wyano, PA, the son of the late Lloyd Francis and Verna Belle (Sherman) Hiltabidel. Bud was a highly decorated veteran, receiving the Silver Star, Purple Heart and three Bronze Medals from his service in the Korean War. Bud worked at Matlack Pipeline On Wheels, where he hauled hazardous chemicals safely...

Charles Arvin, Sr., 79, of Dunbar, passed away on Friday October 5, 2018 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born February 27, 1939 in Scottdale, the son of the late Herman and Katherine (Stoffer) Arvin. He graduated from Dunbar Township High School. Charles was a Veteran of the United States Military. Charles was employed as a truck driver through Posty Trucking and Ritenour Trucking for many years until his retirement. “Love Lives On” Charles is survived by his...

Michael Paul Mazzie, 60, of New Eagle, PA, passed away on Friday September 14, 2018 at home. He was born on May 1, 1958 in Detroit Michigan, the son of Lucille (Allen) Russo and the late Paul Mazzie. He worked as a truck driver for many years. Michael was a member of the New Life Apostolic Tabernacle, Keisterville. He enjoyed fishing and being outdoors. Michael is survived by his children, Jason Baker and wife Tracie of Lemont Furnace, Holly Smith of Belle Vernon, and Molly Crouse and...

Betty Jean (Zylka) Hatter, 70, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Sunday September 16, 2018 at Frick Hospital, Mt. Pleasant. She was born April 12, 1948 in Mt. Pleasant, the daughter of the late John Stanley Sr. and Elsie Mae (McConnell) Zylka. Betty was a devoted member of Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, Connellsville and the Christian Mothers. She was a registered nurse up until her retirement after 30 years of employment at both Frick Hospital (12 years) and West...

Albert Ray Swink, Jr., 63, of Dawson, passed away on Monday September 10, 2018 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. He was born August 14, 1955 in Mt. Pleasant, the son of the late Albert Ray Sr. and Sarah Belle (Lint) Swink. Once he graduated from high school, he worked for Anchor Hocking Glass until its’ closure. He was a member of the Dunbar Eagles. Albert was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed the outdoors. Albert is survived by his wife, Susan M. (Roadman) Swink; children,...

Joseph E. Bollibon, Sr., 87, of Elm Grove, passed away on Friday August 17, 2018 at Uniontown Hospital. He was born February 12, 1931 in Elm Grove, the son of the late Anthony S. and Josephine A. (Puskar) Bollibon “Balaban”. Joe was a lifelong and devoted member of the St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church, Connellsville. He retired from the Duraloy Corporation. He was a Democratic committee member for over 50 years. He was a proud Veteran and served his Country in the...

Glenn W. Geary, Sr., 70, of Scottdale, passed away on Sunday August 12, 2018 at UPMC East Monroeville. He was born December 7, 1947 in Scottdale, the son of the late Carl E. and Agnes (Clark) Geary. Glenn was a railroad engineer for P&LE Railroad and then he became employed through CSX Railroad until his retirement. He was member of the American Legion and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and he was a member of the Central Fellowship Church, Connellsville. Glenn is survived by...

Georgetta P. Ritenour, 84, of Connellsville, passed away peacefully on Friday August 3, 2018 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 28, 1934 in Connellsville, the daughter of the late Lawrence and Mabel (Tedrow) Aller. Georgetta was a member of the Church of the Brethren of Connellsville. Throughout her life, she was a loving homemaker to her family.   Georgetta is survived by her husband of 62 years, Russell E. Ritenour; children, Cynthia Gibson, Linda Schroyer and...