All Obituaries

Virginia Ruth Ramos, 90, formerly of Johnstown, died January 26, 2020 at Manor Care Nursing Home, Bethel Park. Born October 19, 1929 in Johnstown, daughter of Frederico and Josephine (Alanese) Oliveros. Preceded in death by her parents, husband William L. Ramos, son Robert, and sister Mary. Survived by children: sons, Bill Ramos, Mark Ramos and daughter Linda Ostermeyer, all of Pittsburgh; grandchildren Zachary Ramos (Caitlin) of Chicago, Benjamin Ramos of New York City, Rebecca Ramos of...

Joann "Momma Moose" D. Mussio, 78, of Westmont, died on January 25, 2020 at home. Born December 14, 1941 in Philadelphia, daughter of Frank and Jean (Milewski) Paul. Preceded in death by her parents, husband Dr. John Mussio, brother Thomas Paul, nephew and godson Thomas. Survived by loving children Jennifer, Alexander, Lawrence married to Diane, and Adrian; grandchildren John and Mark; nephews Stephen and Brian Paul and sister-in-law Diane Paul. She was a graduate of Hallahan...

Richard F. Schossler, 81, of Westmont, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2020. Born May 21, 1938 in Titusville PA, son of Frank and Mary (Laskos) Schossler. Preceded in death by his parents, and brother Raymond J. Schossler. He is survived by his loving wife Ann (Dill) Schossler of 52 years, daughter Amy Perdiew (Nicholas), sister Louise Dillemuth (Bruce) and numerous nieces and nephews.  Dick graduated from St. Joseph Academy in Titusville in 1956 and from the University of...

Joseph A. Safina, 78, of Johnstown, passed away Saturday January 18, 2020. Born April 16, 1941 in Johnstown, son of Nicholas and Geraldine (Abraham) Safina. Preceded in death by his parents, wife Antoinette (Carino) Safina, sister Vivian (Safina) Gladis, and brother in law Robert Gladis. Survived by daughters Sheryl Safina-Pfarr, Esquire, married to Jeffrey Pfarr; Stephanie Safina-Griffith, married to Dale Griffith; Joleen Safina; and Nicole P. Safina M.D.; grandson Spencer Pfarr; nephews...

Brenda Lee Edwards, 59, peacefully took the hand of Jesus on January 17, 2020 while surrounded by her family.  Born September 19, 1960 in Johnstown. She is survived by her parents Donald "Pinky"  and Vi Edwards, her sister Sam (Gary) Freet, daughter Amanda (Nathan) Shellenberger, grandchildren Allenna & Abigail, and her beloved cats Siri and Sage  Brenda graduated from Johnstown Vo-Tech in 1978. In 2009, she received an Associates of Science Degree in Human...

Robert T. Martz, 69, of Windber, passed away on Thursday January 16, 2020. Born April 15, 1950 in Johnstown, son of Donald T. and Helen Klara (Malhowsky) Martz. Preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and sister Janice E. Riek. Survived by loving wife Jean (Usnik) Martz of 37 years; daughter Amanda Chappell (Bruce); son Thomas Martz (Kristine Deprey); grandchildren Zea and Alexei Chappell and Mackenzie Martz; mother Dianne Martz; sisters Pamela (Patrick Torchia) and Debora (Douglas...

Robert A. "Bob" Miele,82, of Berlin, formerly of Pittsburgh, died January 16, 2020 at Meadow View Nursing Center. Born April 6, 1937 in Pittsburgh, son of the late Anthony and Julia (Bacco) Miele. Survived by his loving wife of 63 years Gloria A. (Mercurio), children Robert (Tammy); Jeffrey Miele; Michelle (Richard); Toni Lynn Miele; 7 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters Anthony Miele and Judy (George Wood); brothers-in-law Paul (Nilda) and Frank (Ginger)...

William David Fennell, was born January 6, 2020 to proud parents William and Lindsay (Heider) Fennell of Greensburg, PA. He was a perfect little boy in every way and his parents could not have dreamed of a more beautiful gift from God. During his short time with his parents and loved ones, Willie showed everyone his amazing strength, courage, and love. He was baptized as a member of St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox church in Johnstown, PA and his incredible faith is an inspiration to all of the...

Leanne Augustin, 35, of Johnstown, died on January 8, 2020 at her home. Born January 12, 1984 in Pittsburgh, daughter of the late William S. and Margaret M. (Valdisera) Augustin.  Survived by her loving husband Chris Henkel, sister Lisa, wife of Andrew Rothhaar, of Pittsburgh, her loving companions Poppy and Jack, uncle Paul Augustin, aunt Lisa Graf (Ron), uncle Richard Valdisera (Linda), and aunt Nina Catanzarite (Chris).  Leanne was a graduate of Steel Valley High School. She...

May (Magdaline) Perdikas Petimezas, peacefully fell asleep in the Lord at her home in Johnstown, PA, on January, 2, 2020. Her last days were spent surrounded by her loving family and dearest friends.  May was born in Niagara Falls, New York, on April 20, 1919. After her mother’s death, her father sent her to Jackson, Mississippi, to be reared by her godparents, Magdaline and Cris Liberis. May clearly recalled that as an eight-year-old she made the long, unaccompanied train...