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Introduction to Dearth Funeral Home

Dearth Funeral Home, located at 35 South Mill Street, PO Box 578, New Salem, PA, 15468, has been a pillar of the community for many years, providing compassionate and professional funeral services to families in their time of need. With a long history of serving the local area, Dearth Funeral Home has established itself as a trusted and respected institution, dedicated to helping families say goodbye to their loved ones with dignity and respect.

A Brief History of Dearth Funeral Home

Dearth Funeral Home has a rich history that dates back many years. Founded by a family with a passion for serving others, the funeral home has remained committed to its core values of compassion, empathy, and professionalism. Over the years, the funeral home has undergone changes and expansions, but its commitment to the community has remained unwavering. Today, Dearth Funeral Home is proud to be a part of the New Salem community, serving families from all walks of life.

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Walter B. Palmer - January 14, 1943 - April 27, 2024

Departed: 04/27/2024 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Walter B. Palmer, age 81, of East Millsboro, PA passed away on Saturday, April 27th, 2024. He was born on January 14th, 1943 in East Millsboro, PA Son of the late Percy Albert and Mary Jane (Bennett) Palmer He was a member of The West Bend United Methodist Church in East Millsboro, PA

Walter was a farmer and a member of The Pennsylvania Farm Bureau and The Fayette County Farm Bureau. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother: Albert Palmer four sisters: Ada, Thelma, Mildred, and Margaret Walter is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years: Phyllis M. (Shuman) Palmer three children: Anita Palmer and partner Valecia Suser, Jennie Smith and husband Hap, and Walter Palmer and wife Elizabeth six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren brother: David Palmer two sisters: Barbara and Mary Jane

Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Friends will be received in The Dearth Funeral Home 35 South Mill Street New Salem, PA on Wednesday evening from 5:00PM until 7:00PM and on Thursday from 10:00AM until 11:00AM where a Funeral Service will be held with Rev. Frank Philpott officiating.

Interment will follow in West Bend Cemetery in East Millsboro, PA. www.dearthfh.com

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Phillip Thomas - August 20, 1934 - April 20, 2024

Departed: 04/20/2024 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Phillip Thomas, age 89, of Chardon, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, April 20th, 2024, with his loving family by his side.

He was born on August 20th, 1934 in Wales (United Kingdom of Great Britain) and was fluent in the Welsh language.

Phillip was a child of WWII and witnessed firsthand the bombing of Swansea Wales (“Swansea Blitz”) from February 19th to the 21st of 1941.

In 1948 he immigrated, along with his family, to the United States where he became a naturalized citizen. The Thomas family settled in New Salem and also lived in Fairchance and Uniontown. Phillip attended and graduated from Georges Township High School in 1953, where he loved playing football for his school. He was an avid athlete and Boy Scout.

After graduating high school, he joined The US Navy attaining the rank of Petty Officer 1st Class, serving aboard the destroyer USS Zellars, and crossing the Atlantic Ocean multiple times. He received the National Defense Medal and the European Occupation Medal during his service in the Navy.

Upon being honorably discharged, Phillip returned to Uniontown where he met and married his lovely wife of 64 years. He moved to Ohio and started his own business installing and servicing overhead cranes in the steel industry. Later, he was the head of maintenance for Olympic Steel, at their Bedford Heights Ohio headquarters.

As a true Welshman with a strong bass voice, he loved to sing and for many years was a member of the United Methodist Church Choir. Phillip also sang for 25 years with the Geauga County Hunger Task Force, in their benefit performance of Handel's “Messiah” raising donations to support the community. He was also a member of the Burton, Ohio Masonic Lodge #274. In his free time, he enjoyed woodworking, bowling, and playing golf.

Phillip was preceded in death by his father, mother, two sisters, and a brother.

He is survived by his wife, two daughters, son, daughter-in-law, grandson, and several nieces and nephews. In addition, he has a large group of cousins across the pond in Wales. He will be dearly missed by family and friends whose lives were enriched by his presence.

Phillip's celebration of life and burial will be held on Friday, April 26th from 11:00 until 1:00PM at The Dearth Funeral Home 35 South Mill Street New Salem, PA. A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00PM with Pastor William Wiegand officiating. Interment will follow in Salem View Cemetery where Full Military Honors will be accorded by The Hopwood AMVETS Post #103. www.dearthfh.com

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Morgan D. Chalfant, Sr. - August 20, 1928 - April 20, 2024

Departed: 04/20/2024 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Morgan D. Chalfant, Sr., age 95, of New Salem and Uniontown, PA died Saturday, April 20th, 2024 in The Uniontown Hospital. He was born on August 20th, 1928 in Menallen Twp., PA

Morgan was the son of the late Joseph Morgan and Mabel Mae (Barnt) Chalfant.

He was a member of The Pleasant View Presbyterian Church. Morgan is survived by his sons:  Morgan (Gina) and Robert Chalfant granddaughter:  Vanessa Chalfant sister:  Mary Kathryn Peroni He was preceded in death by his wife:  Anna Mae (Myden) Chalfant two brothers:  Arthur and Floyd Chalfant

There will be no public visitation or funeral service.

Private interment for his family only will be held at Pleasant View Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction of The Dearth Funeral Home 35 South Mill Street New Salem, PA. www.dearthfh.com

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John F. Marmol, Sr. - September 06, 1951 - April 05, 2024

Departed: 04/05/2024 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: John F. Marmol, Sr., age 72, of Miller Farm, PA passed away peacefully on Friday afternoon, April 5th, 2024 at The WVU Uniontown Hospital with his loving family at his side. He was born on September 6th, 1951 in Brownsville, PA

Son of the late Michael and Kathryn (Yeardie) Marmol.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his in-laws: Victor “Terry” and Helen Pollick and his grandpup, Hunter (Rugrat).

John was a very hard worker who was very dedicated to his family. John loved being outside cutting grass or sitting on the patio relaxing. He enjoyed reading, cowboy books, watching TV, especially NASCAR, Pittsburgh Steeler games, NHRA, Supercross, and several other favorite shows and hunting.

John was a member of St. Francis of Assisi R.C. Church of Footedale, PA where he served as an usher at Saturday evening Mass. “CJ” was employed as a Tri-axle driver with Shallenberger Trucking in Connellsville, PA. He was a well respected truck driver for over 40 years. Old man was loving, caring, and stern all at the same time. He was outgoing and always ready for a new adventure, positive, had a quick-wit, and very funny “Dad Quotes.”

He will be dearly missed and loved by all who knew him. Left to cherish “Old Man's” memory are his wife of 48 years: Cindy (Pollick) Marmol his loving children: Kelly Victor and husband Daniel – Hiller, PA John F. “Scuff” Marmol, Jr. and wife Casey – McClellandtown, PA Kevin Marmol and fiance Rosie – Smithfield, PA His grandchildren who were the light of his life: Caelyn and Caleb Marmol grandpets: Jake, Tommy, and Betty Kitty brothers-in-law: James (Josie) Pollick and Robert (Sherry) Pollick sister-in-law: Sharon (Bob “Piehead”) Cochran Goddaughter: Emma Pollick

Several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A Very Special Thank You to Fayette County 911, Fayette EMS, UPMC Medic Truck, New Salem VFC, the staff at WVU Uniontown Hospital ER and ICU and The Rice Family.

Friends will be received in The Dearth Funeral Home 35 South Mill Street New Salem, PA on Tuesday, April 9th from 12-8PM and on Wednesday, April 10th until 10:30AM where a Prayer Service will be held followed by a Funeral Mass at 11:00AM at St. Francis of Assisi R.C. Church of Footedale, PA with the Rev. Fr. Efren Ambre as Celebrant.

Interment will follow in LaFayette Memorial Park. www.dearthfh.com

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Shilynn Renee Smith - January 22, 2000 - March 17, 2024

Departed: 03/17/2024 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Shilynn Renee Smith, age 24, of Brownsville, PA passed unexpectedly on Sunday, March 17, 2024.  She was born on January 22, 2000 in Uniontown, PA daughter of the late Lindsey Renee (Aldridge) Vassar and survived by her father Ronald Lee Smith, Jr.

Shilynn had a love for music and dancing.  She enjoyed photography, fashion, and cosmetology.  Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, including her brothers, sisters, and nieces. Shilynn was very much loved by her entire family.

Besides her mom, Shilynn was preceded in death by her grandmother, Deborah (Show) Smith; grandfather, Lou Aldridge; great grandparents, Rosella and Kenneth Carney; aunt, Sharon (and husband Wayne) Sabo, Karen Carney; uncle, Mark Johnson; cousins, Adam, Heather and Michael Carney.

Left to cherish her memory are her siblings, Ronald Lee Smith, III and fiancee Suanne Rankin, Brayden Aldridge, Gregory Sikora, Aleigha Sikora, Taya Smith, Malaya Smith; grandparents, Michelle (Carney) and William McManus, Lori and Ronald Smith, Sr.; aunts, Lori Hough, Terri Speelman and husband Bill, Dani Jo Preston and husband Junior Anderson, Billie Robinson and husband Matt, Tiffany Smith, Brandy Johnson, Amber Kuhn, Amanda Greaves, Destiny Aldridge, Tonya Aldridge, and Joylynn Reinhart; uncle, Scott Smith; nieces, Callie Renee Smith, Alana Lynn Smith, and Jalayah Douglas; great aunts and uncles, Belinda Johnson, Kenneth Wayne Carney, John and Cheryl Carney; also survived by numerous cousins, extended family and friends.

Visitation will be held in The Dearth Funeral Home, 35 South Mill Street, New Salem, PA 15468 on Saturday, March 23, 2024 from 1 PM until the Funeral Service at 5 PM, with Reverend Michael Peton officiating. Interment will be private in LaFayette Memorial Park.

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Phyllis Fay Pritt - January 25, 1948 - March 10, 2024

Departed: 03/10/2024 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Phyllis Fay Pritt, age 76, of New Salem, PA passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024 with her loving family by her side. She was born in Canonsburg, PA on January 25, 1948, daughter of the late Thelma (Coneby) and Corbit Scarff.

Phyllis lived her life as a selfless, loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend. Her absence is felt and although we celebrate her new life with the Lord, she will be greatly missed.

Left to cherish her memory is her loving husband of 53 years, Jim Lee Pritt; two daughters: Shawny Reiner and spouse Dawson Crowley, and Lisa Burnworth and Spouse Keith Burnworth; grandchildren: Alyssa Wiggins and spouse NaShawn, Lauren Cedeno and spouse Anthony, Daniel Burnworth and spouse Rebecca, and Joshuah Burnworth; great grandchildren: Neheniah Cedeno, Ezra Cedeno, Isabelle Cedeno, Nya Wiggins, Asher Burnworth, and Archer Burnworth; siblings: Bonnie Gilbert and spouse Tom, Dana Scarff and spouse Linda, Denise Penberthy and spouse Jim, Corliss Julian and her late spouse Joe, Gary Scarff and spouse Barbara, and Rhonda Scarff.

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Evelyn Marlene Broskey - July 18, 1941 - March 03, 2024

Departed: 03/03/2024 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Evelyn “Marlene” Broskey, age 82, of Keisterville, PA passed away on Sunday, March 3rd, 2024 in hospice at WVU – Uniontown Hospital while listening to church services with her daughter.

She was born on July 18th, 1941 at her parents' home in Keisterville, PA.

Daughter of the late Clarence and Arrena (Dean) Leichliter.

Marlene was a lifelong member of Keisterville Union Church where she served many years as the treasurer and pianist. Marlene's life was highlighted by her devotion to God and her family. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Peter L. Broskey her brother: Eugene her sister: Virginia Robbins Marlene is survived by her sister: Wilma Robbins four children: William L. Broskey and wife JoBeth

Brenda Williams and husband C.B. Beth Cook and husband John Pete Broskey and wife Jen

Also survived by her 19 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.

Friends will be received in The Dearth Funeral Home 35 South Mill Street New Salem, PA on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8PM and on Friday from 10:00AM until 11:00AM.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00AM with her son, Pete Broskey Officiating.

Interment will follow in Bowman-Flatwoods Cemetery. www.dearthfh.com

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Lorraine D. Stilwell - November 03, 1941 - February 16, 2024

Departed: 02/16/2024 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Lorraine D. (Kipila) Stilwell, age 82, of McClellandtown, PA unexpectedly passed away on Friday, February 16th, 2024, in Sterling, Virginia.

She was born on November 3rd, 1941, in Rahway, New Jersey to the late James Edward and Marianne (Dienes) Kipila.

Lorraine was a member of The New Salem Presbyterian Church and assisted with their various fundraisers.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Robert G. Stilwell and daughter Renee´ L. Miscik.

Lorraine is survived by her daughter Jeannine M. Posey.

Friends will be received in The Dearth Funeral Home 35 South Mill Street New Salem, PA on Sunday from 5:00 – 8:00 PM. Additional visitation will be held on Monday at The New Salem Presbyterian Church 27 South Mill Street New Salem from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM, at which time a Funeral Service will be held with the Rev. William Wiegand officiating.

Interment will follow in LaFayette Memorial Park. www.dearthfh.com

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Deloris "Jean" Armel - February 07, 1938 - February 12, 2024

Departed: 02/12/2024 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Deloris “Jean” (Discovich) Armel, age 86, of Adah, PA passed away on Monday, February 12th, 2024. She was born on February 7th, 1938 in Searights, PA

Daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Yonish) Discovich. Besides her parents, Jean was preceded in death by her son: Wayne three grandchildren: Roger Lee Lilley, Jr., Christy Marie Moody, and Ronald Eugene Armel

son-in-law: Roger Lee Lilley, Sr. four brothers: Paul, Chuck, Anthony, and Donald two sisters: Josephine Sanner and Clara Kushak

Jean was the last surviving member of her immediate family.

She is survived by her beloved husband of 66 years: John E. Armel, Sr. five children: Debbie Lilley; John E. Armel, Jr. and wife Theresa; Terri Moody and husband Dale; Darlene Pasquale and John Bobak; and Floyd Armel and wife Constance

10 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great grandchildren. Her dog: Buster

Friends will be received in The Dearth Funeral Home 35 South Mill Street New Salem, PA on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8PM and on Friday from 10:00AM until 11:00AM where a Funeral Service will be held with Rev. Andy Miles officiating. Interment will follow in LaFayette Memorial Park. www.dearthfh.com

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Helen Mudery - February 28, 1928 - February 06, 2024

Departed: 02/06/2024 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Helen (Huston) Mudery, age 95, of Uniontown, PA passed away on Tuesday, February 6th, 2024. She was born on February 28th, 1928 in Reedsville, WV

Daughter of the late Andrew and Anna (Yolich) Huston. Helen was a member of St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church of New Salem, PA

She worked for 33 years at Second Time Around Boutique in Uniontown, PA and everyone that came into the store loved her.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband: Michael Mudery and all of her brothers and sisters.

Helen was the last surviving member of her immediate family.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Helen is survived by her two children: Carol Hess and husband Bruce David Mudery and wife Patty four granddaughters: Kelley, Susan, Kerstin, and Elise four great-granddaughters: Hadley, Stella, Emmy, and Olivia

Family and friends are welcome to attend a Divine Liturgy at St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church 34 Church Street New Salem, PA 15468 on Wednesday, February 14th , 2024 at 11:00AM with the Rev. Fr. Christopher Burke as Celebrant.

Funeral Arrangements are under the direction of The Dearth Funeral Home 35 South Mill Street New Salem, PA. www.dearthfh.com

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Gwendolyn Gaye Wright - December 11, 1930 - January 31, 2024

Departed: 01/31/2024 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Gwendolyn Gaye (Linderman) Wright, age 93, of Allison #2, PA passed away on Wednesday, January 31st, 2024 at her home with her loving family at her side. She was born on December 11th, 1930 in Perryopolis, PA

Daughter of the late Arnold E. and Mayola (McManus) Linderman.

Gaye was a member of The Pleasant View Presbyterian Church where she served as an Elder.  She was also a member of The Order of The Eastern Star #205 of Monessen and The Penn State Grange. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband:  Duane R. Wright brother:  James Linderman son-in-law:  Bill H. Hickle sister-in-law:  Evelyn Bellovich Gaye is survived by her three children: Duane L. (Marcy) Wright – Washington, PA Dale A. (Tammy) Wright – Tower Hill, PA Denise Hickle – Lemont Furnace, PA four grandchildren:  Jobie (Leanna) Wright; Gerald Dale (Jen) Brumley; Danielle Gaye Brumley; D.J. Clark five great-grandchildren:  Chloe M. Wright; Martyna Brumley; Olivia Brumley-Johnson and her son, Makahi; Isabella Paschke; and Willow Hernandez

In honoring her wishes, private family visitation and funeral services were held at Dearth Funeral Home 35 South Mill Street New Salem, PA.  Her Pastor, Rev. Laura Blank officiated her funeral service.  Entombment was held at LaFayette Memorial Park.

The family has asked that donations be made in Gaye's name to:  The Pleasant View Presbyterian Church 533 Royal Road Smock, PA 15480. www.dearthfh.com

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Hazel Arlene Moore - December 13, 1931 - January 27, 2024

Departed: 01/27/2024 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Hazel Arlene (Barnes) Moore age 92, formerly of Uniontown, PA, peacefully passed away at Elison Assisted Living Facility in Marietta, Ohio with her family by her side on January 27, 2024.

Arlene was a retired secretary of The Third Presbyterian Church after 25 years of service. She was a devoted choir member and enjoyed bowling in the church league with her late husband Irvin, and the fellowship that it provided. After retirement she volunteered with Amedisys hospice.

Left to cherish her memory are her two children, Donna Linderman and her son Richard Moore and wife Mona (Richardson); seven grandchildren; and fourteen great grandchildren; and one great great granddaughter.

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Dorothy Blazovich - February 02, 1929 - January 04, 2024

Departed: 01/04/2024 (New Salem)

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Leonard L "Lenny" Karpel - September 13, 1940 - January 02, 2024

Departed: 01/02/2024 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Leonard L. “Lenny” Karpel, of New Salem, PA passed on January 2, 2024. He was born on September 13, 1940, in Buffington, PA, son of the late John and Anna (Ihnat) Karpel. Leonard attended St. Precopius Parochial School in New Salem and was a member of the former St. Procopius R.C. Church. Leonard was retired from Steel Scaffolding, Inc. Besides his parents, Lenny was preceded in death by his grandson, Nathan Campbell; son- in-law Bob Campbell; seven brothers, John, Jerome, Walter, Raymond, Bernard, Joe, and Francis; and a sister, Loretta Ryan. He is survived by wife, Heleen (Kirch) Karpel; three daughters, Peggy (Vince) Wolpink, Wendy (Norm) Blanish, and Suzanne Campbell; grandson, Robert (Jess) Campbell; a sister Rosalie Heffern; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Services at this time will be private and in the care of The Dearth Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will be scheduled for a future date. www.dearthfh.com

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Susan Marie Carpeal - August 12, 1949 - December 23, 2023

Departed: 12/23/2023 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Susan Marie “Susie” Carpeal, age 74, of Smock, PA passed away on Saturday, December 23rd, 2023 in The WVU – Uniontown Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 12th, 1949 in Sharples, WV Daughter of the late Robert Ezra and V. Maxine (Rice) Wallen Susie was preceded in death by her sister: Judith Lynn Wallen Susie is survived by her husband of 54 years: Ronald J. Carpeal daughter: Jaime S. Carpeal-McKenzie and husband Cristin son: Joshua J. Carpeal and wife Deanna three grandchildren: Kadin Mikel McKenzie, Maxine Marie McKenzie, and T.J. Carpeal sister: Kathy Hylton and husband Wayne and their daughter, Carly Lynn Stiger her dog: Hunter

Friends will be received in The Dearth Funeral Home 35 South Mill Street New Salem, PA on Friday, December 29th from 1-3PM and from 5-7PM. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday evening at 7PM.

Burial will take place on Saturday at The Rice Family Cemetery in Webster Springs, West Virginia. www.dearthfh.com

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Kathleen A. Reposky - February 02, 1944 - December 20, 2023

Departed: 12/20/2023 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Kathleen A. Reposky, age 79, of Herbert, PA passed away on Wednesday, December 20th, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 2nd, 1944 in Uniontown, PA

Daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret (Onifer) Rosneck. Kathleen was a member of the former St. Procopius R.C. Church of New Salem and currently a member of St. Francis of Assisi R.C. Church of Footedale, PA

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband on May 20th, 2023, Michael Reposky. Kathleen is survived by her two daughters: Laurie Reposky and Jill Reposky Hritsko two grandsons:  Cole and Zachary Varndell

Funeral Services are private for her immediate family only. Arrangements are under the direction of The Dearth Funeral Home of New Salem, PA www.dearthfh.com

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William A. Miller - August 05, 1953 - December 07, 2023

Departed: 12/07/2023 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: William A. (Billy) Miller, age 70, of Filbert, PA passed away on Thursday, December 7th, 2023 in The Uniontown Hospital. Jesus and the angels came and took Bill to Heaven. Bill went to Jesus with open arms. Bill was so very very happy to see Jesus, Heaven, and all of Bill's loving family and friends were there to greet him that went on before him. What a joy it was when they hugged him and welcomed him home to Heaven. So much joy filled Heaven. Bill was born on August 5th, 1953 in Uniontown, PA

Son of the late William Richard and Irma J. (Connors) Miller.

He was preceded in death by his loving mom and dad, his loving brother Richard Lee Miller.

Bill graduated from Brownsville Area High School in 1972. The Miller family were members of The First Christian Church of Republic.

Bill loved to watch T.V., loved music, WWE wrestling, baseball, football, NASCAR and playing darts at The First Christian Church of Republic. Bill also enjoyed going to Senior Life in Uniontown. He always had a smile on his face. He was friends with everyone and never knew a stranger. He loved everybody that he met. Bill is survived by his loving sister: Leora J. Miller Aunts: Shirley Lazzaro – Pittsburgh, PA; Patricia Cerino – Ohio; Pearl and husband Bill Connors – North Carolina

Also survived by many cousins, all of his friends at Senior Life, The Connors family, The Nehela Family, The Murray Family, and The Miller Family.

Leora would like to thank Pastor Gary Workman for being with her and her brother, Bill while he was in The Uniontown Hospital. Pastor Gary Workman prayed for Bill and was so very kind and helpful as Bill was passing on. Leora would also like to thank the IC Unit at Uniontown Hospital, The staff at Senior Life, his doctors, nurses, and The Dearth Funeral Home for all of their care and compassion.

Friends will be received in the Dearth Funeral Home 35 South Mill Street New Salem, PA on Tuesday, December 12th from 2-8PM and on Wednesday from 10:00AM until 11:00AM where a Funeral Service will be held with Pastor Gary Workman Officiating. Interment will follow in LaFayette Memorial Park. www.dearthfh.com

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Eugene A. Kanar - December 20, 1935 - December 04, 2023

Departed: 12/04/2023 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Eugene A. Kanar, 87, of Uniontown, PA, died Monday December 4, 2023. He was born December 20, 1935, son of the late Nicholas and Mary (Novak) Kanar. In addition to his parents, Eugene was preceded in death by brothers Joseph, Edward, Lawrence, Harry, and sister Helen (McNutt). Loving father of Eugene D. Kanar (Mona), Brenda Kanar (Dina) and Richard Kanar, all of Pittsburgh, PA; “Pap Pap” to granddaughter, Sarah Kanar; also survived by sister, Janet (Grahek); brother, Rudy, as well as nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at The Dearth Funeral Home, 35 South Mill Street, New Salem, PA 15468, on Monday from 11 AM until the Service at 12 Noon, with Rev. Fr. Anthony Cortada officiating. Interment to follow in St. Thomas Cemetery. www.dearthfh.com.

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Sara Jean "Sis" Reckus - February 08, 1934 - December 03, 2023

Departed: 12/03/2023 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Sara Jean “Sis” Reckus, age 89, of Uniontown, PA passed peacefully surrounded by family on December 3, 2023 at Beechwood Court. She was born on February 8, 1934 in Filbert, PA, daughter of the late Paul D. and Eleanor (Vickers) Johnson. Sis' favorite past-time was playing Bingo at Hopwood Firehall on Tuesday night. She was a life-time member of The Eastern Star and the Hopwood Ladies' Auxiliary, and the McClellandtown Presbyterian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband John “Jack” Reckus; three brothers, Sam, Frank, and Paul Johnson. Left to cherish her memory is her daughter, Deborah Hancheck; grandson, Aaron Hancheck; great granddaughter, Shelby; great grandson, Mason; sisters, Joyce Dranbauer and Kathy Cohen; dear friends, Erica and Tom Hancheck; also survived by nephews, Phillip Cohen, Donald Dranbauer and a niece, Debbie Council. Friends will be received in The Dearth Funeral Home, 35 South Mill Street, New Salem, PA 15468 on Tuesday from 2-8 PM and on Wednesday from 10 AM until the Funeral Service at 11 AM, officiated by Rev. Steve Smith. Interment will follow in Acklin Cemetery.

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Marlene R. Hunter - May 24, 1936 - November 26, 2023

Departed: 11/26/2023 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Marlene R. Hunter, age 87, of Keisterville, PA passed away on Sunday, November 26th, 2023 at her home. She was born on May 24th, 1936 in Keisterville, PA Daughter of the late William A. and Martha E. (Forkin) Blataric Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Thomas J. Hunter her son: Brian James Hunter

Marlene was a graduate of Uniontown High School Class of 1954. She was a homemaker and was previously employed for many years as a secretary to the Director of the Development Council. Marlene greatly enjoyed reading and her puzzle books. Left to cherish her memory are her children: son, Thomas Hunter and wife Martha son, Joseph Hunter daughter and caretaker, Lori Ann Hunter grandchildren, Brianna Hunter, Sydney Hunter, and Joseph Z. Hunter sisters, Patsy Petno and Bonnie (Martin) Jurisevic three cats, Dora, Bob, and Pumpkin

Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Friends will be received in The Dearth Funeral Home 35 South Mill Street New Salem, PA on Wednesday from 5-7PM. Interment at LaFayette Memorial Park will be private for her immediate family only.

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Max R. Kaydo - May 22, 1957 - November 21, 2023

Departed: 11/21/2023 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Max R. Kaydo, age 66, of Uniontown, PA passed away on Tuesday, November 21st, 2023 after a very courageous battle with cancer. He was born on May 22nd, 1957 in Uniontown, PA Son of the late Tony and Sallie (Doyle) Kaydo

Max was formerly employed at Isabella Coal Mine and also at Maplecreek Coal Mine.

He was currently employed at Heartland Fabrication in Brownsville, PA.

Max was a true family man, great friend and a mentor to many. He was an avid car and motorcycle enthusiast and always said he was a jack of all trades. Max will be truly missed by all those who knew him. Max was preceded in death by a brother, Joe Kaydo and his wife Ellie a sister, Sally Duhon and her husband Rich brother-in-law, John Cupples Max is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years: Denise R. (Bertovich) Kaydo his son: Max A. Kaydo and his wife Donna two grandchildren: Skylar and Lincoln sister: Polly Cupples

Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. His dog: Lucy

Friends will be received in The Dearth Funeral Home 35 South Mill Street New Salem, PA on Friday from 2-8PM and on Saturday from 9:00AM until 10:00AM where a Funeral Service will be held with Rev. Fr. Anthony Cortado officiating. Interment will be private for his immediate family only. www.dearthfh.com

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Arlis Aleen Peer - February 11, 1925 - November 19, 2023

Departed: 11/19/2023 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Arlis Aleen Peer, 98, of Uniontown, passed away November 19, 2023 at Monarch Meadows Personal Care Home surrounded by her family.  She was born February 11, 1925, in Atwood, KS, a daughter of Franklin G Harlan Cook and Ella Corrinne Robb Cook.

Arlis, a city girl graduated from high school in NYC, then went to Cincinnati Bible Seminary. After one year, she transferred to Johnson Bible College, where she met the love of her life, Rufus Holland Peer, whom she married on December 22, 1946, spending 76 years of wedded bliss together before his passing on August 7, 2023.

As a daughter of ministers, Arlis traveled across many states, helping as they conducted meetings for mission work. Growing up, she often played piano to help in special meetings. As a teen, she helped speak at many churches, even in other states, for the mission work her parents were involved in, and she continued that up into her college years.

While dating Rufus, they started serving together, and once married, merged their talents serving several Churches, and their lives served as illustrations of the message they proclaimed – being examples of God’s Word, the Bible. They served at Gap Creek (TN), then Pine Grove (WV), then served Laughlintown, Waterford and Oak Grove (Ligonier, PA) simultaneously for 11 more years.  Their last full-time ministry was at New Salem, PA for more than 30 years. After retiring, they still did Interim Ministry for 10 more years (in Latrobe, Republic, and Connellsville).

She served alongside Rufus in multiple areas of ministry–-helping teach and lead songs at Camp Christian (Mill Run, PA), planning and leading Daily Vacation Bible Schools, encouraging area ministers’ families, publishing a youth monthly newsletter, acted as a “secretary”, playing piano for other churches' revival meetings, leading charitable donations for Mountain Mission School (orphanage) in Grundy, VA., and volunteering to help the Salvation Army's food bank for New Salem. She taught junior choir, Sunday school classes, youth groups, teen clubs, retreats, and taught Bible classes at Uniontown’s Juvenile Detention facility. Arlis loved music and often sang in choirs and cantatas, and could play the piano by ear.

While she received community awards, one stands out, as Arlis and Rufus received Johnson Bible College's Distinguished Service Alumni Award.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by her brother, Raldo Cook (and his daughter Terrie Lynn Case), and her sister, Nyela (Cook) Cohoon.

Left to cherish her legacy and memory are her children Darrell [Pat] Peer (Sebring, FL), Deedra Gerkin (Shelbyville, IL), Kevan Peer (Uniontown, PA), and Keith [Beth] Peer (Belle Vernon, PA), along with 9 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and several nephews and nieces. First Christian Church New Salem (800 New Salem Rd, Uniontown, PA 15401, will host both the

Visitations on Friday, November 24, 2023, from 2 - 4 PM, and 6 - 8 PM, and on Saturday, November 25, after Visitation at 10 AM, the family welcomes the honor of your presence at a Celebration of Life service at 11 AM. Interment will be at the Salem View Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled through Dearth Funeral Home 35 South Mill Street New Salem, PA. Many thanks to all the Church leaders and members who shared in creating a faith legacy

for all to engage. Thanks to the staff at Uniontown Healthcare and Rehab and Monarch Meadows for helping her in the final stage of life on this side of Heaven.  Special thanks to the Amedisys Home Health and Hospice teams for providing excellent care, especially Nurses Tiffany, Rhianon, and Crystal, as well as the many Aides including Bobbie, Crystal, Janice, Samantha, and Bobbi Jo.

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Mary Elizabeth Salanick - October 03, 1934 - November 08, 2023

Departed: 11/08/2023 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Mary Elizabeth Salanick, age 89, of Uniontown, PA passed away on Wednesday, November 9th, 2023.

She was born on October 3rd, 1934 in Redstone Township, PA.

Daughter of the late Thomas Greenwood and Mary Medvid Greenwood.

Mary was retired, but has worked for The Uniontown Country Club for many years. Besides her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her husband: Nicholas Salanick

sister: Nellie Hopwood. She is survived by two sons and one daughter: Michael Salanick and wife Ann – Hopwood, PA Mark Salanick and wife Susan – Uniontown, PA Kimberly Salanick – McClellandtown, PA six grandchildren: Michael Salanick, Jr. - Gainesville, VA; Steven Salanick – Robinson, PA; Niccole Drew – McClellandtown, PA; Alexa Drew – McClellandtown, PA; Shera Salanick – Newport, VA; and Ashley Salanick – Newport, VA thirteen great-grandchildren two brothers: Thomas Greenwood and Frank Greenwood four sisters: Joan Winklevous, Dorothy Lewis, Charlotte Barton, and Cathy Furlong

Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Funeral Arrangements are private for the immediate family only. Services are under the direction of The Dearth Funeral Home 35 South Mill Street New Salem, PA. www.dearthfh.com

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Heather Lynn Sparks - May 29, 1972 - November 06, 2023

Departed: 11/06/2023 (New Salem)

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Kenneth Neal Hunyady - March 27, 1963 - October 30, 2023

Departed: 10/30/2023 (New Salem)

Obituary Preview: Kenneth Neal Hunyady, age 60, of Uniontown, PA passed away on Monday, October 30th, 2023 at his home. He was born on March 27, 1963 in Uniontown, PA

Son of the late Louis and Goldie Evelyn (Perrine) Hunyady, Jr. Besides his parents, Ken was preceded in death by his brother:  Tom Hunyady Ken is survived by his daughter:  Nicole Lynn Wilson and her husband Jason two granddaughters:  Hannah and Delaney four brothers:  Lou (Marcy) Hunyady, Jim Hunyady, Tim (Violet) Hunyady, Bob (Janice) Hunyady

three sisters:  Aretta (Jim) Ansel, Bonnie (Marvin) Gates, Mary (Doug) Krofcheck.

Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It's usually published in a newspaper, online obituary platform, or funeral home website to inform friends, family, and community members of the person's passing.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to honor and celebrate the life of the deceased, while also providing important information about the funeral or memorial service, and allowing friends and family to pay their respects. They can also be a valuable tool for genealogists and historians.

Who writes an obituary?

Typically, the obituary is written by the family of the deceased, often with the assistance of a funeral home or obituary writer. In some cases, a friend or colleague may also write an obituary.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service, hobbies, achievements, and surviving family members. It may also include information about the funeral or memorial service, and any charities or organizations where donations can be made in lieu of flowers.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or platform. Generally, it should be concise and to the point, ranging from a few sentences to a few paragraphs. Online obituaries can be longer and more detailed than those published in newspapers.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many online obituary platforms and funeral home websites allow you to upload photos of the deceased. Some newspapers may also accept photos for publication.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

Contact the newspaper's obituary department directly to ask about their submission process and deadlines. Be prepared to provide the necessary information and payment for publication.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, some people choose to write their own obituary in advance as a way to control how they want to be remembered. This can be a therapeutic exercise and can also help reduce the burden on loved ones during a difficult time.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of someone's passing, usually including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary is a more detailed tribute that provides additional information about the person's life.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Absolutely! Humor can be a wonderful way to celebrate someone's personality and spirit. Just be sure to keep it respectful and tasteful.

How do I find old obituaries?

You can search online archives of newspapers, visit local libraries or genealogy centers, or check with funeral homes or churches where the person attended services. Many online obituary platforms also offer archives of past obituaries.

Can I edit an obituary after it's been published?

This may depend on the publication or platform. If you need to make corrections or changes, contact them directly to ask about their editing policies.

What if I don't want an obituary published at all?

In most cases, this is possible. However, keep in mind that an obituary serves as a way to inform friends and family of the person's passing, so it may still be necessary to notify them through other means.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

Absolutely! Quotes, lyrics, or poems can add depth and meaning to an obituary. Choose something that resonates with the person's personality or spirit.

How do I handle errors in an obituary?

If you notice errors in an obituary, contact the publication or platform immediately to request corrections. Be prepared to provide proof of the error and any necessary corrections.

Can I include charitable donations in lieu of flowers?

Yes! Many families choose to suggest charitable donations in lieu of flowers as a way to honor their loved one's memory and support a good cause.

What if I'm not comfortable writing an obituary myself?

Dont worry! Funeral homes often have staff who can assist with writing an obituary. You can also consider hiring a professional obituary writer or asking a friend or family member for help.

Can I include pets in an obituary?

Absolutely! Many people consider their pets to be part of their family, so it's perfectly fine to include them in an obituary.

How do I announce the death of someone who was private or reclusive?

In this case, it may be best to limit the information shared publicly out of respect for the person's privacy. A simple death notice may be sufficient.

Can I include personal anecdotes in an obituary?

Yes! Personal anecdotes can add warmth and personality to an obituary. Just be sure to keep them respectful and relevant.

What if I'm dealing with complex family dynamics when writing an obituary?

This can be challenging. Consider seeking guidance from a trusted friend, family member, or funeral home staff member to help navigate any sensitive issues.

Can I include social media handles in an obituary?

This is becoming more common! Including social media handles can allow friends and family to share condolences and memories online.

How do I ensure accuracy when writing an obituary?

DOUBLE-check facts such as dates, names, and spellings before submitting the obituary for publication. It's also a good idea to have multiple people review it for accuracy before publishing.

What if I'm not sure what kind of information to include in an obituary?

Don't worry! Funeral home staff or professional obituary writers can guide you through the process and help you determine what information is most important to include.

Can I update an online obituary after it's been published?

This depends on the platform or website where the obituary was published. Check with them directly to see if updates are possible.