Pearl O. Morey, 85 of Georgetown (Hanover Twp.) passed Sunday, morning January 4, 2026 in the comfort of her home with her daughter’s care. Born October 28, 1940 in Georgetown, she was the last surviving child born to the late Ralph & Leola (Campbell) Davidson. Pearl was well known at “Laughlin’s corners” having worked at The Tastee Freeze, Pat’s Market, Jack’s Diner and drove school bus for South Side Garage.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Morey, brothers Kenneth & James Davidson, her sister Betty Growden and her beloved grandson Randy Whipkey. Continue reading →

Thomas W. Allison Sr. of Raccoon Township passed away comfortably at home December 28th, 2025.

Tom was born July 30, 1935 to LaNora (Campbell) and Harry Allison. Tom served in the US Airforce in 1954 to 1958. After his service, he returned to work at Cruciable and J&L Steel in Midland, Pa., until he retired. Tom married his wife, Alice (Cujas) Allison on October 15th, 1960, and they bought her family farm. They raised their children Vikki and Tommy. He was a hobby farmer and enjoyed taking care of his cows and tending to his garden. Continue reading →

Samuel L. Black 89, formerly of Clinton (Hanover twp.) slipped into the arms of his loving Savior Sunday morning, December 21, 2025 in the comfort of his daughter’s home in Leesburg, Indiana. He was born August 1, 1936 in Indiana, PA. the last surviving child of the late William Harvey & Margaret Pauline (Lingenfelter) Black. Before his retirement he had worked as a steel worker and was a veteran of the United States army, and a founding member of the Community Bible Church, Aliquippa.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his beloved wife, Norma Jean (Rice) Black, a son Daniel Leon Black and a daughter Donna Lee Kozarovich, his sisters Marie McCullough & Margaret Irene Rice. Continue reading →

James D. “Doug” Johnson, 68 of Hookstown (Greene Twp.) passed Thursday, December 4, 2025 at UPMC-Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born January 27, 1957 in Frenchburg, Kentucky, he was a son of the late James Lilburn & Cynthia (Charles) Johnson. Doug had worked as a logger in the timber industry, a member of the NRA he was an avid outdoorsman enjoying hunting, fishing, riding quads and shooting pool. Continue reading →

John Joseph “Jack” Hentges died Monday, December 1, 2025, at home. He was 77.

Born November 24, 1948, in Cleveland, Ohio, he was the son of William J. and Virginia C. (Tyrrell) Hentges. His parents preceded him in death.

Jack graduated from St. John Cantius High School in Cleveland’s Tremont neighborhood and attended Cleveland State University before enlisting in the U.S. Navy in the late 1960s. In the service, he specialized in jet aircraft airframes and powerplants while stationed at the former Barbers Point Naval Air Station in Hawaii and aboard the USS Independence (CV-62) in the Mediterranean. Continue reading →

James A. Adams, 86, of New Cumberland, WV, passed away on Tuesday, November 4th at his home following an extended illness. He was born on June 11, 1939, in Willard, Kentucky, a son of the late Vess and Carrie McKinney Adams. James retired in 2004 as Field Superintendent from Pennsylvania Drilling Co., after 48 years of service. He was a member of the Second Church of Christ in East Liverpool, Ohio, as well as a 50+ year member of the Masonic Lodge 626 in Willard, Kentucky.

In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by two brothers: Sheldon and William Adams, six sisters: Mary Triplett, Loretta Griffith, Charlotte Kelly, Rebecca Young, June Maness, and Gloria Savage. Continue reading →

Marian L. Chaney, 93 of New Cumberland, W.V. (formerly of the Georgetown area) passed Wednesday morning, November 5, 2025 at the Weirton Geriatric Center. Born December 16, 1931 in Georgetown, she was the daughter of the late Robert & Alice (Pinney) Conkle. Marian had retired from the Bayer Corp. in Robinson twp as a receptionist. She was an avid square dancer and a lover of the outdoors…horseback riding and working on the farm. Continue reading →

Joseph N. Grandstaff, formerly of Hankey Farms, Pa., died peacefully in his sleep Sunday morning, October 19, 2025, at his Johnstown residence. He was 68.

Born July 19, 1957, in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Kenneth and Emily A. (Palumbo) Grandstaff. As a youth, Joe was an accomplished swimmer and diver. One of his many talents was riding a unicycle, a skill that showcased his fierce concentration and balance. He was an avid bowler and belonged to several leagues in Dormont. His favorite pastimes were spending time with his brothers, playing music, camping, and watching Pittsburgh sports — he lived and breathed the Panthers, Pirates, and Penguins, with a special love for the Steelers. Continue reading →

Norma Russell, born December 14, 1956 in Sewickley, PA passed away October 18, 2025. Norma was daughter to the late Virgil and Rose (Dequasie) Russell.

Norma was devoted sister, cherished aunt and loyal best friend.  She loved her family unconditionally and found joy spending time with them, always making each one feel special and deeply loved.  Normal loved to travel, dance, sing, bake cookies, and celebrate holidays with her loved ones.  Mostly, Norma enjoyed her life and did everything in her power to make sure her family and friends did as well. Continue reading →

Marian “Mitzi” Margaret Hutchison, 92, of Georgetown, PA, passed away at Lakeview Personal Care Home on Oct. 08, 2025.

Born on February 20, 1933, Mitzi was the daughter of William and Helen (Smith) Oyster. She enjoyed gardening, decorating wedding cakes, oil painting, singing in the church choir, and volunteering for the children’s ministry at church. Continue reading →