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Ellen Jane Kness - July 09, 1932 - March 22, 2022

Departed: 03/22/2022 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: Ellen Jane Coleman Kness, 89, of Cabot, Pa, formerly of Kiski Twp., passed away on Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at Concordia Lutheran Ministries, under the care of Good Samaritan Hospice. She was born on Saturday, July 9, 1932 in South Bend Twp., the daughter of the late Roy and Georgiana Turner Coleman. Before her retirement, she was a Bookkeeper for US Steel and the Tax Collector for Kiski Twp. She attended the First Presbyterian Church of Apollo. Jane enjoyed playing cards and taking bus trips with her husband. She was a devoted wife and mother and most loved being with her family. She is survived her siblings; Ruth Ann Shaffer of Mars, Donald G. Coleman and his wife, Joyce, of Kittanning and a brother in law; Ed Bortz of Kiski Twp. and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 53 years; Russell D. “Boots” Kness and her beloved son, Christopher Lee Kness, her sister; Martha Coleman Bortz and her brother; Tom Coleman and his wife, Janice. Family will receive friends on Thursday, March 24, 2022 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Kelly L. Corridoni Funeral Home LTD, 1916 Moore Ave., North Apollo. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, March 25, 2022  at the Apollo United Presbyterian Church, 401 1st Street, Apollo, Pa. at 11 AM with Reverend Lea Austin and Messenger Ralph Kilgore Jr., officiating. Interment will be held at Riverview Cemetery in Apollo, Pa.

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Michael William Ciletti - October 31, 1953 - March 20, 2022

Departed: 03/20/2022 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: Michael W. “Mickey” Ciletti, Sr., age 68 of Hays, passed away while surrounded by family on Sunday, March 20, 2022. Beloved father of Sadie (Daniel) Mator, Michael (Sonya) Ciletti, and Justin (Celeste) Ciletti, and grandfather of Isabelle, Ethan, Kaeleigh, Evan, Justin, Jr., Catalina, and Jade. Brother of Gina Wolford, and preceded in death by his father, Mike, mother Doris, and sister Charlotte.  No visitation, but prayers are welcomed.

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Thomas Jay Bittinger - September 17, 1944 - March 16, 2022

Departed: 03/16/2022 (North Apollo)

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Mary Jane Speer - February 23, 1931 - March 10, 2022

Departed: 03/10/2022 (North Apollo)

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Linda Marlene Anthony - September 13, 1953 - February 11, 2022

Departed: 02/11/2022 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: Linda Marlene Brink Anthony 68 of Leechburg, formerly of Apollo passed away on Friday February 11, 2022 at Forbes Regional Hospital in Monroeville. She was born on Sunday September 13, 1953 in Florida the daughter of Roberta June Campbell Brink of Vandergrift and the late Leroy James Brink. Before her retirement she was employed by Unifirst in New Kensington, Pennsylvania in the pressing department. Linda loved to spend time with her family and friends. She is survived by her children; Tracy L. Madigan and her husband Michael of Rawlings, Maryland, Jamie L. Libengood and his wife Tamara of New Kensington, Tammy M. Barber and her husband Tim of Apollo, Tina D. Shearer and her husband Jason of Vandergrift, and her step-daughter, Cynthia D. Pert and her husband Timothy of Hyde Park,  her grandchildren; Tiffani Rudiclle and her husband Roger of Maryland, Justin Gregory of  Erie, Pa. , Heather Vanepps and her husband Austin of Vandergrift, Hailey and Shaylin Barber of Apollo, Kasandra Lookhart and her husband Andrew of Vandergrift and her step-grandchildren , Ashley Wyrick and Alyssa Pert, seven great grandchildren, her sister, Tammy Brink of Vandergrift , and her brothers, Leroy Brink of Kittanning, Dennis Brink (Mary) of Vandergrift and Marvin Brink and his wife Loretta of Ford City. In addition to her father she was preceded in death by her husband Elmer David Anthony in 2008. Visitation and services will be private. A Celebration of life will be conducted on Tuesday February 15, 2022 from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at the Marconi Club, 136 River Ave. Leechburg, Pa, 15656. All are encouraged to attend. All arrangements have been entrusted to the Kelly L. Corridoni Funeral Home Ltd. 1916 Moore Ave. North Apollo, Pa.

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Bart Joseph Shero - July 26, 1965 - February 06, 2022

Departed: 02/06/2022 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: Bart Joseph Shero, 56, of Vandergrift, Pa., passed away on Sunday, February 6, 2022 at his home. He was born on Monday, July 26, 1965 in Pittsburgh, Pa. Bart attended Kiski Area High School and was currently employed by West Penn Testing Labs in New Kensington.  In addition to his love for huskies, Bart was also fond of turtles and leaves behind T2; a red-eared slider. He also was an avid quad rider for decades and enjoyed reading and target shooting. Bart is survived by his ex-spouse, Naomi (Shero) Meehan and was preceded in death by his much loved husky, Mystic. All funeral arrangements are private.  A memorial celebration will take place on Sunday, February 27, 2022 at Fellowship Hall, 1156 Pleasant View Drl, Vandergrift, Pa.15690 at 1:30 PM.

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Ogle Willie Casey - May 21, 1958 - February 03, 2022

Departed: 02/03/2022 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: Ogle Willie Casey, 63, of Apollo, Pa., passed away on Thursday, February 3, 2022 at UPMC East in Monroeville, Pa. He was born on Wednesday, May 21, 1958 in Memphis, TN., the son of the late Donald and Dorothy Davis Casey. He loved the show “Supernatural”, watching the Pirates and the Steelers and enjoyed cars. He was a wonderful father to Elyse Schneider. Before his retirement, he was a support worker for Family Services. He is survived by his wife, Jane E. Carney Casey, of Apollo and his daughter, Elyse Schneider of Alexandria, Va. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister; Donna Blalock and a brother; Gene Hiserodt. All funeral arrangements were private.

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Daniel Joseph Igo - October 01, 1954 - January 18, 2022

Departed: 01/18/2022 (North Apollo)

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Lola Jean Clepper - March 20, 1938 - January 13, 2022

Departed: 01/13/2022 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: Lola Jean Cessna Clepper, 83, of Apollo, Pa., passed away on Thursday, January 13, 2022 at Armstrong County Memorial Hospital in Kittanning, Pa. She was born on Sunday, March 20, 1938 in Indiana, Pa., the daughter of the late Miles K. and Margaret Mae Anthony Cessna. She enjoyed cooking, baking, reading, sewing, embroidering and working in her garden. Lola volunteered at Meals on Wheels for many years. She is survived by her children, Donald H. Clepper and his wife, Jan, of Apollo and Cathy Soback and her husband, William, of Apollo, 2 grandchildren; Dawn Marie Smith (Averyl Hall) of Homestead and Michael Andrew Clepper of Apollo, her brothers; Donald Cessna and his wife, Vickie, of Weirton, WV, Ronald Cessna of Weirton, WV, John Cessna and his wife, Paula, of Bloomingdale, Oh., her sisters; Phyllis DeVaughn and her husband, Fred, of Indiana, Pa. and Patricia Ingram of Pfafftown, NC. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Franklin Clepper, her brothers; Dave and Delbert Cessna and her sister; Debbie Carter. Family will receive friends on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Kelly L. Corridoni Funeral Home LTD, 1916 Moore Ave., North Apollo, Pa. Funeral Services will be held in the funeral home on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at 6:00 PM with Pastor Lee Rupert, officiating. A private interment will take place in Spring Church, Pa. To view and send online condolences, visit us at www.corridonifuneralhomes.com.

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David Alan Carney - August 04, 1959 - January 12, 2022

Departed: 01/12/2022 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: David Alan Carney, 62, of Kiski Twp., passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at UPMC East in Monroeville, Pa. He was born on Tuesday, August 4, 1959 in Cherry Pointe, North Carolina, the son of Robert B. and Emily J. Townsend Carney. Before his retirement, he worked in Human Resources for Chelsea Building Products in Oakmont, Pa. Known as the “Redheaded Rebel” to his family, he enjoyed riding his motorcycle, hunting and spending time with his grandson. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his companion of 26 years, Deborah Ann Senge, his step children; James Senge of Avonmore and Kristen French and her husband, Matthew, of Apollo, his grandson; Damian Kiser French, his siblings; Robert Carney and his wife, Julie, of Chandler, Az., Keith Carney and his wife, Kimberly, of Newport, Pa. and Pamela Carney (Kevin Long) of Sarver, Pa. and numerous nieces and nephews. At his request, all funeral arrangements were private.

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William Leroy Sackett - February 02, 1949 - January 07, 2022

Departed: 01/07/2022 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: William Leroy Sackett, 72, of New Kensington, Pa., passed away on Friday, January 7, 2022 at St. Margaret’s Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pa. He was born on Sunday, February 6, 1949 in Tarentum, Pa., the son of the late Phillip M. and Marcella Brasert Sackett. He was a United States Army Veteran who served numerous tours in the Vietnam War. He retired from the military as a Sargent First Class. He later retired from the Allegheny Twp. Fire/Police Dept. and as a State Constable. He was a member of the Allegheny Twp.  VFW. He enjoyed spending time at Around Town Tires with his friends and riding his motorcycles (Indian and Honda Goldwing). He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Elsie L. Shearer Sackett, his children; William T. Sackett and his wife, Amy, of Colorado Springs, Co., Brian S. Sackett and his wife, Erinne, of New Kensington, Pa. and Amanda B. Sackett-Fernandez and her husband, Michael, of Los Angeles, Ca., 6 grandchildren, Isabella, Matthew, Ava, Hannah, Mia and Olivia, his brother, Ronnie Sacket of Wisconsin and his sister, Sharon Sackett of New Mexico. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Phillip Sackett. Family will receive friends at the Kelly L. Corridoni Funeral Home LTD, 1916 Moore Ave., North Apollo, Pa. on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 from 3:00 PM until time of services at 7:00 PM with Reverend Terry Jones officiating. Interment is private.

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James Richard Barker - October 08, 1950 - January 07, 2022

Departed: 01/07/2022 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: James Richard Barker, 71, of Avonmore, Pa., passed away on Friday, January 7, 2022 at William Penn Care Center in Jeannette, Pa. He was born on Sunday, October 8, 1950 in Avonmore, Pa., the son of the late Jack E. and Thelma I. Fennell Barker. He was a United States Air Force Veteran. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He is survived by his children; Richard Barker (Tina) and Michael Barker (Mika) both of England, Cathi Owens (Matt) of Maysville, Mo., Jimmy Maher (Betsy) of Il., 10 grandchildren, a brother, Barry L. Barker (Cheryl) of Saltsburg and his 1st wife, Patty Maher and numerous nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his his 2nd wife, Julia Barker and a brother, Jack D. Barker.  At Jim"s request, all funeral arrangements were private. Family would like to thank all those who took part in Jim's care at William Penn Care Center for their outstanding efforts.

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Jill Marie Hayden - January 24, 1974 - January 01, 2022

Departed: 01/01/2022 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: Jill Marie Hayden, 47, of Greensburg, Pa., passed away on Saturday, January 1, 2022 at Excela Health Greensburg Hospital, Greensburg, Pa. She was born on Thursday, January 24, 1974 in Greensburg, Pa, the daughter of Ralph and Geraldine Stape Hayden. She enjoyed going camping with her brother, Ralph and her friends, listening to music and going to concerts and to watch local bands. She most loved spending time with her grandson, Cyrus. Jill is survived by her husband; Steve Johnson, her parents; Ralph and Geraldine Hayden, her children; Chaz Wilson of Greensburg, Tyler Hayden of Greensburg and Jarrett Hoyt of New York, 4 grandchildren; Dahlia, Cyrus, Robert and Mallory and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother, Ralph Hayden. All funeral services were private and a memorial celebration will be held at a later date.

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Paulette Elsie Buchanan - July 02, 1947 - December 29, 2021

Departed: 12/29/2021 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: Paulette Elsie Thorn Buchanan, 74, of Apollo, Pa., passed away on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at West Haven Manor in Apollo, Pa. She was born on Wednesday, July 2, 1947 in Penn Hills, Pa. the daughter of the late Clarence and Virginia Kraling Thorn. Before her retirement, she worked 25 years for Compunetix, Inc. in Monroeville, Pa. She liked to buy, sell and collect dolls and  loved Dobermans. She is survived by her husband of 22 years, Edward Buchanan, her step son; Brian Buchanan and his wife, Sally, of Shady Plain and 3 grandchildren; Elizabeth Pain and her husband, Garrett, of Apollo, Jessica Buchanan of Shady Plain and Kai Buchanan of Shady Plain, 2 brothers; Clarence “Terry” Thorn and his wife, Donna, of California and James Thorn and his wife, Edith, of New Kensington. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

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Sara "Sally" Kathleen Collett - December 12, 1931 - December 29, 2021

Departed: 12/29/2021 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: Sara Kathleen “Sally” Collett, 90, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2021, at Allegheny General Hospital, with her family by her side.

Born on December 12, 1931, Sally was the second-youngest of eight daughters to James and Elva Mae (Showers) Collett of Limestone, Pennsylvania.  She graduated from Clarion-Limestone High School in 1950 and worked for Clarion State College and Farm Bureau/Agway in Clarion, PA, as a bookkeeper and secretary.

Sally relocated to Apollo in the early 1970s and worked for the Orchard Hills Christian Academy and Orchard Hills Church where she served as Secretary and Treasurer of their Board of Directors for many years.  Sally also worked for the Kuzneski Financial Group in Indiana, PA, as bookkeeper and personal secretary to its President, Andrew Kuzneski for more than 20 years.

Her passion and commitment to the Lord was spending time with the Orchard Hills children, parents and teachers - fostering a strong Christian education through classes, music, sports and social activities.  They became her “church family” and her legacy will live on – in the hearts of all that she touched.

Later in life, Sally had a wonderful group of friends at Warren Manor where she lived since 2016.  With their shared love, friendship and support, she truly enjoyed the last years of her life.

Sally is survived by her loving sister, Beatrice “Bea” Snyder of Limestone, twenty nieces/nephews and many dear friends throughout the greater Apollo area.

Sally was preceded in death by her parents and sisters:  Betty Stahlman, Phyllis Ferguson, Mary Yakim, Alice Ferguson, Helen Engle and Babe Corbett.

A memorial service is being planned for the Summer 2022 at Orchard Hills Church, 385 Kings Road, Apollo, PA, with Pastor Steven Cooper officiating.  More information will be shared when the date is finalized.

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Carl Gene Richard - July 22, 1954 - December 15, 2021

Departed: 12/15/2021 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: Carl Gene Richard, 67, of Leechburg, Pa., passed away on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pa. He was born on Thursday, July 22, 1954 in Natrona Heights, Pa. the son of the late Carl M. and Shirley Shaner Richard. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Leechburg. He also was a member of the VFW, Moose Club and Sportsman club. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, going camping with his family and cookouts. He was a proud grandfather and loved his family very much. He is survived by his children; Jeremy Richard, Jason Richard and Jennifer Richard, his grandchildren, his sister; Bonnie Kendall and her husband, Jeff, 3 brothers; Melvin Richard and his wife, Vickie, Doug Richard and his wife, Wendy and Scot Richard and his wife, Judy. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Daniel L. Richard. All funeral arrangements were private.

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Joseph Thomas Zill Sr. - February 25, 1936 - December 14, 2021

Departed: 12/14/2021 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: Joseph Thomas Zill Sr., 85, of Saltsburg, Pa., passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at Oak Hill Healthcare & Rehab Center in Greensburg, Pa. He was born on Tuesday, February 25, 1936 in Homestead, Pa., the son of the late Thomas and Elizabeth Zill. Before his retirement, he worked for A & P Bakery Warehouse in Homewood, Pa. in the confectionary department. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. He is survived by his children; Joseph Zill Jr of Kennedy Twp., Kenneth Zill and his wife, Nicole, of McDonald, Thomas Zill of Louisana and Sarah Zill of Greensburg, his grandchildren; Aidan and Darian and his brother; James Zill of Upper St. Clair. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Judith Thatcher Zill and his sister; Lois Ward. All funeral arrangements are private.

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Mary Ellen Sallade - April 06, 1961 - December 08, 2021

Departed: 12/08/2021 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: Mary Ellen Sallade 60, of Vandergrift passed away on Wednesday December 8, 2021 at her home. She was born on Thursday April 6, 1961 in New Kensington, Pa.,   the daughter of Donald and Carolyn Boyles Johns (Apollo, Pa.) . Mary was employed by Mobile Nurse for the last eleven years. She enjoyed baking, fishing, crocheting, gardening, shopping and taking care of her animals. She loved to take her grandchildren on tractor rides, and was happiest spending time with family. In addition to her parents she is survived by three children; James Johns of Odessa, Florida, Thomas Sallade and his wife Kira of Apollo, and Teonia Duva of Apollo, six grandchildren; Sierra Johns, Trey Sallade, Rayne Duva, Rayla Duva, James Johns Jr. and Taylor Johns, two brothers; Donald Johns of Tarentum, and Todd Johns of Monongahela, and two sisters; Patricia Sevill of Vandergrift and Donna Peters also of Vandergrift. She was preceded in death by her sister Connie McAninch in 2018 and her fiancé John Bence in 2020. At her request all arrangements are private.

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Tamara "Tammy" Christy - November 13, 1962 - December 06, 2021

Departed: 12/06/2021 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: Tamara “Tammy” Domiano Christy, 59, of Rimersburg, Pa., passed away on Monday, December 6, 2021 at ACMH in Kittanning, Pa. She was born on Tuesday, November 13, 1962 in Vandergrift, Pa., the daughter of the late Edward E. and Edna May Skelton Domiano.  Tammy was a tremendous mother, who loved her children and grandchildren very much. Tammy and Mark were inseparable. She loved to bake, cook and canning, kayaking and taking walks in the woods. She will be greatly missed by those she loved and treasured. She is survived by her children; Kristi Hollis and her husband, Bill, of Apollo and Megan Wigle (Matt Somerville) of Rimersburg, Pa., her grandchildren; Matthew Rametta, Breanna and Brayden Hollis and Kaylee and Aleah Somerville, her sister; Cindy White and her husband, Bob, of Maysville and several nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Mark Jay Christy in November of 2021, her sister; Judy Gerheim and her faithful companion, Diesel Dog. All funeral arrangements are private.

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Imogene Lucille Rearick - July 10, 1929 - December 04, 2021

Departed: 12/04/2021 (North Apollo)

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Rose "Betty" Elizabeth Floyd - December 05, 1930 - December 04, 2021

Departed: 12/04/2021 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: Rose “Betty” Elizabeth Daugherty Floyd, 90, of Vandergrift, Pa., passed away on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at her home. She was born on Friday, December 5, 1930 in Apollo, Pa., the daughter of the late Paul L. and Mary I. Held Daugherty. Before her retirement, she worked as a custodian for Composidie Inc and also Ryan Homes. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, reading and baking. She survived by her children; Gary Arthur Floyd (Theresa Bradburn) of Sacramento, Ca., Carol Annette Floyd of Vandergrift, Pa., Clair Joseph Floyd and his wife, Susan, of Apollo, Pa., John William Floyd (Kelly Schmidt) of Vandergrift, Pa. and Brian Allan Floyd of Vandergrift, Pa., 8 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Rose was preceded in death by her husband,Robert John Floyd in 2005. She is also survived and preceded in death by numerous siblings. Family will receive friends on Thursday, December 9, 2021 from 4:00 PM until the time of services at 7:00 PM in the Kelly L. Corridoni Funeral Home LTD, 1916 Moore Ave., North Apollo, Pa. with Pastor Lee Rupert, officiating. Interment will be held at Greenwood Memorial Park, Lower Burrell, Pa.

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Thelma Ilene Carnahan - January 30, 1928 - December 02, 2021

Departed: 12/02/2021 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: Thelma Ilene Miller Carnahan, 93, of Kittanning, Pa., formerly of North Apollo, passed away on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at Grey’s Colonial Manor in Kittanning, Pa. She was born Monday, January 30, 1928 in Spring Church, Pa. the daughter of the late Thomas H. and Dorothy Knepsheild Miller. She was the longest attending member of the Spring Church Lutheran Church. She enjoyed singing in the choir and it was said she had a voice of an angel. Thelma was always fashion conscious and terms like stunning and put together at all times were applied to her. She also loved butterflies. She is survived by her step daughter, Judy Getto of Weaver, Alabama and numerous cousins and a very good friend, Ann Hollis of Spring Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband; Harry E. Carnahan in 1975, a sister; Linda Lee Miller and a step daughter; Velma Jean Degermenio. Family will receive friends on Monday, December 6, 2021 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the Kelly L. Corridoni Funeral Home LTD, 1916 Moore Ave., North Apollo, Pa. Funeral Services will be held in the funeral home on Monday, December 6, 2021 at 6:00 PM with Pastor Philip Ramstad, officiating. Interment will be held at Spring Church Lutheran Cemetery in Spring Church, Pa.

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Larry Joseph Graham - October 16, 1949 - November 27, 2021

Departed: 11/27/2021 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: Larry Joseph Graham, 72, of Apollo, Pa., went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 27, 2021, at his home. He was born on Sunday, October 16, 1949 in Apollo, Pa., the son of the late William and Esther Carney Graham. He was a United States Army Veteran who served during the Vietnam War in the Military Police. Before his retirement, he was an iron worker for Allegheny Ludlum. He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing and watching old westerns, especially John Wayne movies. He will be missed by his beloved companions; his dogs, Maggie and Dixie (deceased). He is survived by his wife of 51 years; Candace "Candy" Rose Lamanna Graham of Apollo, his children, Jacob Graham of Blairsville and Eric Graham of Ashville, NC, his brothers; Kenneth Johnston and his wife, Shirley, of Lower Burrell, Bruce and Brian Morse of Jamestown, NY, his nephews, nieces, great nephews and a great niece. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by Louise Graham Miles and a sister; Marlene Fisher. All funeral arrangements were private.

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Lorraine Elizabeth Shorts - October 04, 1943 - November 25, 2021

Departed: 11/25/2021 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: Lorraine Elizabeth Langus Shorts, 78, of North Apollo, passed away on Thursday, November 25, 2021 at UPMC St. Margaret in Pittsburgh, Pa.  She was born on Monday, October 4, 1943 in Harmerville, Pa., the daughter of the late Matthew and Victoria Unik Langus. She enjoyed shopping and baking, loved crafting and spending time playing computer games with her sister. She is survived by her children; Donna Hudepohl of New York, Jodie Lancaster-Dull of West Deer and Carl Shorts and his wife, Debra of North Apollo, 7 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, her sister; Beverly Walker and her husband, Donald of Springdale and her brother; Matthew Langus and his wife, Gloria of California and a sister-in-law, Carol Langus of Penn Hills.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, David Langus. At her request, all services are private. Interment will be held at Lakewood Memorial Cemetery in Cheswick, Pa. on Tuesday, November 30, 2021.

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Charles James Kirk - August 09, 1956 - November 21, 2021

Departed: 11/21/2021 (North Apollo)

Obituary Preview: Charles James Kirk, 65, of North Apollo, Pa., passed away on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at his home. He was born on Thursday, August 9, 1956 in New Kensington, Pa., the son of the late Charles J. and Dorothy Contino Kirk. He enjoyed Sprint Car and remote control racing and riding his side by side. Charles was happiest spending time with his grandchildren.  He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Deborah Lee Conley Kirk, his children; Steven Kirk and his wife, Lauren of Apollo and Jeff Kirk and his wife, Liz of North Apollo, his grandchildren; Charlie Kirk and Olivia Kirk and his sisters; Michelle Kirk-Ferrando and her husband, Jim of Cincinnati, Oh. and Kim Neff of Lower Burrell. A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, December 10, 2021 at St. Gertrude Roman Catholic Church, 303 Franklin Ave., Vandergrift, Pa. at 1:00 PM with Father Michael Sciberras, as celebrant.

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What is an obituary?

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Obituaries serve as a way to honor and celebrate the life of the deceased, while also providing important information to those who need to know about the passing. They can also help families and friends process their grief and come to terms with their loss.

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A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, hobbies, achievements, and surviving family members. It may also include information about funeral services, memorial donations, and other relevant details.

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How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication or platform. Newspapers often charge by the word or line, while online platforms may offer free or low-cost options.

Can I edit an obituary after it has been published?

In most cases, it is difficult or impossible to make changes to an obituary once it has been published. It is essential to proofread carefully before submitting the final version.

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 longer, more detailed tribute that celebrates the person's life.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

Yes, including meaningful quotes or song lyrics can add depth and personality to an obituary. Choose something that resonates with the person's values or spirit.

How do I handle errors or inaccuracies in an obituary?

If you notice an error in an already-published obituary, contact the publication or platform immediately. They may be able to correct the mistake or issue a correction notice.

Can I write an obituary for someone who has been deceased for a long time?

Yes, you can still write and publish an obituary for someone who passed away years ago. This can be a meaningful way to honor their memory and share their story with others.

Are there any specific guidelines for writing an obituary for a veteran?

Yes, when writing an obituary for a veteran, it's essential to include their military service information, such as branch of service, rank, and any notable awards or decorations.

Can I include charitable donations in lieu of flowers in an obituary?

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 worthy cause.

How do I ensure that my online obituary remains accessible over time?