All Obituaries

Koestler - Richard G., "Dick", 83, Johnstown, passed away March 20, 2019, peacefully at home.  Born January 5, 1936, in Johnstown, the son of the late John Phillip Koestler and Anna Louise (Blackner) Martinovich. Preceded in death by brothers: John "Jack", Robert, and David, stepfather, Douglas Martinovich, and two grandchildren. Survived by loving wife Mary (Scott), brother Donald (Sharon; California) and children: Michael (Brenda; Blairsville), Richard...

Wanda B. Rizzo Of Churchill, PA, formerly of Johnstown, age 91, on Friday, March 15, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Francis J. Rizzo for 50 years. Loving mother of Samuel (Teresa) Rizzo of VA; Wanda E. (George) Valentic of Churchill and the late Michelle (Surviving husband, Anthony) Rametta. Cherished grandmother of Jonathan Rizzo, Jennifer Edwards, Kevin (Heidi) Rizzo, Ryan (fiance, Kate) Christian, Elisa (Michael) McMahon, Nicole (James) Nardo, Anthony and Michael Rametta. Dear great...

Birus – Pauline Ann (Jarabak), 82, Johnstown, passed away on March 12, 2019 at Windber Hospice. She was born January 31, 1937, in Johnstown, daughter of the late Andrew Jarabak Sr. and Mary (Masar) Jarabak. Pauline was a 1955 graduate of Greater Johnstown High School. Pauline was the loving wife of John F. Birus. They were married on December 19, 1957 at Saint Peter and Paul Church in Woodvale by Father Pier. Her passing ends their marriage of 61 wonderful years. Pauline briefly worked...

Lucinda E. Griffin, 73, Davidsville, died March 11, 2019 at Laurel View Village. Born August 21, 1945 in Somerset, daughter of Harry M. and Mildred A. (Williams) Emerick. Preceded in death by parents and sister, Barbara Miller. Survived by husband of 19 years John C. Griffin. She was a member of Bethany Presbyterian Church. At her request there will be no viewing. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Donations may be made to Bethany Presbyterian Roof fund or Laurel View...

Gregory Sichak, Sr., 68, Central City, formerly of Richland, died unexpectedly March 10, 2019, at Memorial Medical Center. Born in Johnstown, son of Harry and Eleanor (Kardos) Sichak. Preceded in death by father. Survived by mother, Windber; sons, Shawn (Lauren Yingling), Salix; and Gregory, Jr., Johnstown; and grandsons, Noah Matthew and Braden Gregory Sichak. Brother of Daniel (Morag McCaull), North Carolina; Sharon (Ed Petrovcic), Windber; and Rosemary (Jeff Hunt), Harrisburg. Also...

POLKE- JoAnn Marie, 84, Johnstown. Passed away March 9, 2019 in Pittsburgh, as a result of an automobile accident. Born July 30, 1934 in Johnstown. Daughter of Thomas and Margaret (McMullen) Cardellino. Preceded in death by her parents; sons, Michael Leroy and Thomas James. Survived by daughters, Lisa C. married to William Conway of Indianapolis, Indiana and Gabrielle married to Gary Henderson of Ajijic, Mexico; brother, Dr. Thomas Cardellino; sister, Judy Raco both of Johnstown;...

Margaret J. Meredith, “Jean”, 89, Johnstown formerly of  Conemaugh, died March 8, 2019 at McCullough House. Born April 6, 1929, in Conemaugh, daughter of John and Mary (Hrivnak) Chanonich. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Wilbur “Webb”; sisters, Ann, Margaret, Marie Rego, and Irene Brazil; and brothers, George, Paul, Alex, John, and Michael. Survived by sister, Helen Hutzel, Conemaugh; many nieces and nephews, whom she loved very much; sister-in-law Shirley...

Lois Jean Block, 84, Johnstown, died March 7, 2019 at Memorial Medical Center. Born June 11, 1934 in Johnstown, daughter of Andrew and Alma (Varner) Kessler. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Herbert Block; son, Todd Block. Survived by daughter, Robin married to Nick Gvozdich; grandchildren, Sara married to Luke Horton, Andrew Block and fiancé Raeanne Figard; great grandson, Jude Horton; sister, Dorothy Wissinger; daughter in law, Carole married to Robert Bulger. She was a member...

HERNANDEZ- Rev.Jose Antonio, 71, Johnstown.  Passed away March 6, 2019 at Memorial Medical Center.  Born February 25, 1948 in New York City.  Son of Eusebio and Justa (Gomez) Hernandez.  He is preceded in death by his parents, wife Cathy (Best) and sister Elba Brenner-Hernandez.  Survived by son Mark Aaron Hernandez married to Loretta (Wells) of VA, grandchildren Denisia Luszik, Erika Elford, Whitney Carpenter, Tyler Elford and Nebraska Hernandez, sister Miriam...

Robert D. Duppstadt, 83, Johnstown, died March 6, 2019, at Richland Woods. Bob was born to Dayton and Gladys (Legg) Duppstadt on May 10, 1935 in Windber, PA. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Beverly Kormanik. Bob will be dearly missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his loving wife, Beverly (Swift) Duppstadt, whom he married November 14, 1959; three children: Lynda (David) Marsh, Lori, (former husband, Brian) Kovach; and Scott Duppstadt; four grandchildren:...