Obituaries

Robert C. Ashbaugh Jr.

Robert C. Ashbaugh Jr.

Apr 27, 2025

Robert “Bob” C. Ashbaugh, Jr., age 69, of Gibsonia, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, April 27, 2025.

Son of the late Robert C. and Lilyen (Gerber) Ashbaugh, Sr. Beloved husband of over 51 years to Janet Ashbaugh, his best friend and soulmate, who he loved beyond measure. Devoted father to Robert “Bobby” III (Bridget),...

Diane L. Chapman Schlag

Diane L. Chapman Schlag

Apr 21, 2025

Age 59, of Indiana Twp., on Monday, April 21, 2025, Diane was the beloved mother of Brandon Schlag, Ashley Schlag (Justin) and Connor Mazzoni; sister of Robert Chapman (Pat), Luann Vula (Brian) and Janice Belke (Kenneth), grandmother of Xander Schlag, Kaleb Krappweis and Kassidee Krappweis. Diane was a longtime member of Tuchux, a medieval reenactment group.

Celebrate Diane’s life with her...

David Staab

David Staab

Apr 17, 2025

Age 80, of Bloomfield, on Thursday, April 17, 2025, Mr. Staab was the beloved father of Jeffrey Staab, Michael Staab; son of the late John and Ruth Staab; brother of Edward Staab (Trish), and the late John Staab, Lois, Raymond Staab (surv. Mary Ellen), and Joann; grandfather of Avery Hronas, Summer Staab.

Services and Interment were Private. Arrangements made by PERMAN...

Joseph D. Lavrich Jr.

Joseph D. Lavrich Jr.

Apr 14, 2025

Not every successful man is a good father. But every good father is a successful man. – Robert Duvall 

Joseph D. Lavrich, Jr., a hard-working, dedicated family man, died suddenly at home on Monday, April 14, 2025. He was 86.

Joe was born on January 24, 1939 in White Valley, the son of Joseph and Jennie Senchur Lavrich.

After serving as an U.S....

David A. Hursen

David A. Hursen

Apr 13, 2025

Age 89, of Shaler Township, he was the beloved husband of the late Lorraine E. (Stupar) Hursen, with whom he shared 59 years of marriage. Loving father of Richard Hursen of Shaler Township; Joseph Hursen (Antonette) of North Strabane; and Stephen Hursen of Penn Hills. Son of the late Frank and Jane (Toner) Hursen; brother of the late Thomas, James,...

Timothy E. Donovan Sr.

Timothy E. Donovan Sr.

Apr 13, 2025

Age 84, of O’Hara Township on Sunday, April 13, 2025, Mr. Donovan was the beloved husband for 64 years to the late Donna Corrado Donovan; father of Timothy Donovan Jr. (Lynda), Dianne Lutz (Matthew), Shaun Donovan (Connie), Domenic Donovan (Michelle), son of the late Timothy R. and Marie A. Donovan and was raised as a son by his aunt and...

Gloria Jean (Goldie) Reyes

Gloria Jean (Goldie) Reyes

Apr 12, 2025

Age 74, of Lawrenceville, on Saturday, April 12, 2025, Gloria was the beloved wife of Felix “Marty” Reyes Jr.; mother of Lisa Fisher (Mark), Roxanne Gumpf; sister of Rosemarie Simelis (late Bartholomew), Veronica Geiser, Joseph V. Goldie, and the late Ronald Goldie; grandmother of Timmy Fisher, Andrew M. Fisher, Katie Fisher, William Rafaloski, Michael Rafaloski, Stephiena Brace; great-grandmother of William...

Theresa Fusca Lazzaro

Theresa Fusca Lazzaro

Apr 9, 2025

Of Highland Park on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, Mrs. Lazzaro was born May 3, 1938 in Maierato Italy and emigrated to the United States in 1954. Theresa was the beloved wife of the late Guiseppe (Joe) Lazzaro; mother of Anthony Lazzaro (Jacki), Joseph Lazzaro (Doreen and the late Catherine), and Domenic Lazzaro (Nicole); grandmother of Matthew Lazzaro (Colleen), Justin Lazzaro...

Frank J. Rischitelli

Frank J. Rischitelli

Apr 7, 2025

It's with great sadness that we say goodbye to Frank John Rischitelli of Hampton Township, formerly of Monessen, who peacefully passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025. Frank was the beloved husband of 55 years of Barbara Geiger Rischitelli; father of Michael Rischitelli (Jamie), Joanna Massetti (Christian), and Lisa Rischitelli (Jason Buck); son of the late Frank A. and Dolly...

David R. Lewis

David R. Lewis

Apr 1, 2025

Age 91, of Shaler Twp., on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, Mr. Lewis was the beloved husband of Lois Murphy Lewis; father of David Lewis Jr. (Jeneen); son of the late William and Margaret Lewis; grandfather of Samuel, Jackson, Emma and William Lewis.

Celebrate Mr. Lewis’ life with his family on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND...

Michele A. "Mikki" McElroy

Michele A. "Mikki" McElroy

Mar 24, 2025

Age 68, of Shaler Twp., into the arms of angels, on Monday, March 24, 2025, Mikki was the beloved wife of Howard P. McElroy; cherished mother of Jesse Rae McElroy-Torquato (Christopher); daughter of Marlene M. Toney and the late George E. Jessup Sr. (surv. Joyce); big sister of Leona “Dodi” Corfield, George “Sonny” Jessup Jr., Juanita “Nino” Connor (Michael), Melony...

Marion E. Sauers

Marion E. Sauers

Mar 21, 2025

Marion Elizabeth Sauers died on Friday, March 21, 2025. Beloved wife of 52 years of the late D. Paul Sauers; mother of Paul Sauers (Kathleen Ganster), Kenneth Sauers, Laura Handlow (Robert); grandmother of Amy Cooper (James), Victor Emanuele, Nicholas Emanuele, Christina Rosnick (Eric), Elizabeth Sauers, Vincent DeVito (Sylvia); great-grandmother of Vincent DeVito Jr., Grace Cooper, Ruth Cooper, Hailey Rosnick, Charlotte...

Melanie Lynne Masnack

Melanie Lynne Masnack

Mar 20, 2025

Age 61, formerly of Highland Park, on Thursday, March 20, 2025, Melanie was the sister of Christine Summa, Kelly Masnack Sindrem; aunt of Jon Masnack, Jade Summa, Justice Summa, Rose Summa; dear friend of Tom Jorgensen.

Melanie had a love of reading and spending time at the library. She was a gentle and beautiful soul with a motherly nurturing spirit.

Interment was...

Clyde M. Wolfe

Clyde M. Wolfe

Mar 18, 2025

Age 77, of McCandless Twp., on, Tuesday, March 18, 2025, Clyde was the beloved spouse of Donna M. Wolfe; father of Beth Wolfe and Eric Wolfe (Colleen); son of the late Emanuel and Ethel Wise Wolfe, brother of the late Diane Glass (late Bob). Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service will be held on March 29th at...

Herbert R. Ketterer

Herbert R. Ketterer

Mar 16, 2025

Herbie passed away surrounded by his loving family on March 16, 2025, at the age of 96 at the VA Hospital, in Pittsburgh. He is preceded in death by his parents Charles and Monica (Solomon) Ketterer; siblings Chuck Ketterer (Marie), Russell Ketterer (Pat), Ruth Meyer (Rod), Rosemary Hoover (Richard), Dorothy Broadhurst, Irma (Red) Needham; his life partner, Tresa Ketterer, and...

Mariah Lyn Czachowski

Mariah Lyn Czachowski

Mar 5, 2025

Age 19, of Shaler Twp., unexpectedly, on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, Mariah was the beloved daughter of Vincent Czachowski Jr. and Kristen Greenwald; sister of Dylan Czachowski (Nicolette), Hunter Czachowski, Madison Hoffield, Taylor Czachowski, Evan Czachowski; granddaughter of Vincent and Joann Czachowski Sr., Dennis and Jennifer Matthews, Charles and Kim Vickers; aunt of Dante Hoffield; step-daughter of Linda Czachowski; also...

JoAnne R. "Joey" DeLuca

JoAnne R. "Joey" DeLuca

Mar 5, 2025

Age 67, of Stanton Heights, on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, Joey was the beloved daughter of the late George and Rita Laverty Farrell; sister of Mary Anne Mansell (late John), Anne Raybuck (Dave), Patricia Casey (John), Robert Farrell (Mariann), and the late Maggie Farrell; also survived by many nieces and nephews, her ex-husband Anthony DeLuca, and fur babies. 

Celebrate Joey’s life...

Kathy R. Tofil

Kathy R. Tofil

Feb 27, 2025

Age 80, of Shaler Twp., on Thursday, February 27, 2025, Mrs. Tofil was the beloved wife of the late John Tofil; mother of John Tofil (Maureen), Brian Tofil; daughter of the late Joseph and Irene Grada Mosakowski; sister of the late Joanie Watkins (Miles); grandmother of Tyler Tofil, Trevor Tofil, Karissa Tofil, Kylie Tofil, Aiden Tofil. 

Services and Interment were Private....

Thelma Clark Shuey

Thelma Clark Shuey

Feb 26, 2025

Age 94, of Hampton Twp., on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, Mrs. Shuey was the beloved wife of the late James Shuey; mother of John Shuey (Susan), Kevin Shuey (Allison), Greg Shuey (Nancy) and the late Debbi Bakaj (surv. Dave); predeceased by 7 siblings; also survived by 16 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. 

Celebrate Mrs. Shuey’s life with her family on Saturday from...

Joseph W. Lubich

Joseph W. Lubich

Feb 25, 2025

With great sadness, the family of Joseph “Joe” W. Lubich announce his death on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 after a long illness. He was 88. Joe’s full and vibrant life was marked by the knowledge he imparted, the joy he brought to others, and the love he shared. 

Joe lived and died in the Cherry City house where he was born...