Obituaries

Greensburg, PA Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Greensburg, PA, Westmoreland County & Surrounding Areas

George F. Chambers

George F. Chambers

Jul 24, 2024

Dr. George F. Chambers, 97, of Greensburg died on July 24, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry Chambers (1960) and Edith Ferguson Chambers (1991); his first wife, Joan (1994); his second wife, Marion (2013); and his daughter, Bonnie Heather Chambers (2017). Surviving are his son, George Lee Chambers of Santa Clarita, California, daughter Susan Chambers Johnson...

E. Derek Peske, MD

E. Derek Peske, MD

Jul 20, 2024

E. Derek Peske, M.D. died peacefully in his home in Greensburg, and was welcomed into his Savior's arms, on July 20, 2024. 

Derek was born on February 8, 1939 in Chicago to Edgar and Esther Peske. He attended Middlebury College (1956-1960) and graduated with a double major in biology and chemistry. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy (1960-1964) where he was...

Herbert Kramer

Herbert Kramer

Jul 15, 2024

Herbert Kramer, O. D. He was born April 22, 1924 to Sarah and Martin Kramer in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. He passed away peacefully at the age of 100 at Redstone Highlands Greensburg on July 15, 2024. He was predeceased by his wife, Phyllis Lee Kramer. He enlisted into the Army Air Force to serve in World War II and served with...

Joseph William Welling

Joseph William Welling

Jul 14, 2024

Joseph "Bill" William Welling III, 76 of Jeannette, passed away July 14, 2024 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.He was born March 21, 1948 in Greensburg, a son of the late Joseph W. Welling Jr. and Jean Anderson Welling.Joseph was a member of Ascension Church in Jeannette. He served in the Marines during the Vietnam War. Prior to retirement, he worked as...

Raymond H. Spoonhoward

Raymond H. Spoonhoward

Jul 11, 2024

Following an extended and bravely-fought battle with complex health issues, Raymond H. Spoonhoward (Ray) died on July 11, 2024 at the Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh. He was born on July 16, 1943 and would have turned 81 this year. Ray was the son of the late James B. Spoonhoward and Carolyn (Baer) and following Carolyn’s death, the step-son of Lillian...

Lucretia May Dorsey

Lucretia May Dorsey

Jul 5, 2024

Lucretia May (Orner) Dorsey (Cretie) 84 of Hunker Pa died on July 5, 2024, at her home surrounded by loved ones. She was born March 10, 1940, in Youngwood, a daughter of the late Alfred and Grace (Johnston) Orner. Everyone will remember Cretie's smile and spirit. She gave great hugs at family gatherings and embraced everyone and made each person...

Joanne Eileen Mertz

Joanne Eileen Mertz

Jul 2, 2024

Joanne Eileen Johnson Mertz, 93, has passed along to meet with her loving husband R.E. “Bud” Mertz, at Heavens Gate on July 2, 2024. Joanne was born in 1931 in Greensburg to the late Vincent W. and Angeline V. (Weightman) Johnson. She was preceded in death by her husband, R.E. “Bud” Mertz; daughter, Virginia E. “Ginger” Mertz; sisters, Blanche, Vera,...

Carl Brant Knopsnyder

Carl Brant Knopsnyder

Jun 20, 2024

Carl Brant Knopsnyder, 74, of Greensburg, Pa passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, Thursday, June 20, 2024. He served in the Unites States Air Force and was retired from the Latrobe Post Office. He is preceded in death by his parents, Carl E. and Evelyn I. Knopsnyder of Bovard, Pa; sister-in-law, Dorothy (Jolly) Knopsnyder, of Greensburg. He...

Larry Kim Hart

Larry Kim Hart

Jun 18, 2024

Larry “Kim” Hart passed peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones at the VA hospice in Aspinwall, PA. Born and raised in Greensburg, PA, Kim was preceded in death by mother, Fern M. Hart and father, Maurice F. Hart. Survived by daughter Maureen “Marnie” Hart, son-in-law Wayne “Sonny” Plummer of N.C, brother John Eagan of DeLand, FL, cousins George Hart, Renee...

Gene Vogt

Gene Vogt

Jun 17, 2024

 Gene Vogt, 100 formerly of Greensburg, passed away on June 17, 2024. She was born April 16, 1924 in California, PA, a daughter of the late Arthur L. and Hallie M. (Irwin) Williams. Gene was a member of Maplewood Presbyterian Church where she was a Deacon and Elder. She enjoyed volunteering with the Greensburg Hempfield Library. In addition to her...

Marsha C. Myers

Marsha C. Myers

Jun 17, 2024

Marsha C. (Thomas) Myers, 75 of South Greensburg, passed away, June 17, 2024.She was born July 18, 1948 in Youngwood a daughter of the late Howard and Helen (Wolfe) Thomas.Prior to retirement she worked as an assembler at Powerex and was a union member. Marsha was a member of Trinity Community Methodist Church where she helped with Feed My Lambs.She...

Audrey M. Bath

Audrey M. Bath

Jun 16, 2024

Audrey M. Bath, 95 formerly of Greensburg, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024 at Barnes Place, Latrobe. She was born April 16, 1929 in Newport, KY, daughter of the late John ' Jack' and Loretta (Donelan) Dapper. Audrey enjoyed traveling, going on cruises, and twice a year trips to Daytona Beach. She loved spending time with her family, especially her...

Bernadine Bash Fisher

Bernadine Bash Fisher

Jun 10, 2024

Bernadine Bash Fisher 92 died peacefully June 10, 2024 at Redstone Highlands Murrysville, PA. The daughter of the late Roy Alonzo and Elsie (Dick) Bash she was born January 18, 1932 in Green Township, Indiana County. Bernadine attended Indiana College and graduated with a degree in Home Economics. She later attended Penn University where she earned her master’s degree. Bernadine...

Gerald Sutherland

Gerald Sutherland

Jun 5, 2024

Gerald A. “Jerry” Sutherland, 81, of Greensburg, died Wednesday, June 5, 2024. He was born December 2, 1942, a son of the late Alexander Arthur Sutherland III and Caroline “Betty” Smail Sutherland. He was a member of the South Greensburg United Methodist Church. As a youth, Jerry earned the rank of Eagle Scout along with various other awards and honors....

Geraldine S. Poole

Geraldine S. Poole

Jun 5, 2024

Geraldine Skergan Poole, the daughter of Veronica Ryan and Joseph J. Skergan, died peacefully at home at the age of 98 on June 5, with her family around her.  She was predeceased by her husband James Purvis Poole, her brothers Joseph, Vincent, James and Philip, and her sisters Marge and Janice.

 Gerrie graduated from Ramsey High School in Mt Pleasant, but...

Mildred Josephine Haglund

Mildred Josephine Haglund

Jun 3, 2024

Mildred 'Millie' Josephine Haglund, 87 of Greensburg, passed away on June 3, 2024.She was born April 27, 1937 in Shenandoah, PA, the daughter of the late Harry and Beatrice Dower. She was raised in Eastern Pennsylvania. As a military wife, she lived in Alaska, Kentucky, and Maryland. After her husband's service in the military, she also lived in Western PA,...

Terry Wayne Crawford

Terry Wayne Crawford

Jun 3, 2024

Terry Wayne Crawford Sr., 75 of Greensburg, passed away, Monday, June 3, 2024 at Forbes Hospital.He was born June 29, 1948 in Canonsburg, a son of the late William E. and Helen (Fisher) Crawford.Terry worked as an electrical engineer for West Penn Power. He enjoyed woodworking and sporting clays. Terry loved the outdoors and fishing.In addition to his parents, he...

Mark J. Morrison

Mark J. Morrison

May 31, 2024

A loving father, true friend and an avid golfer: Mark Morrison passed away Friday, May 31st peacefully in his sleep at the age of 65. Mark is survived by his two children: son, RJ Morrison and his wife, Becky and their three boys, Lucas, Elijah and Bennett and daughter,  Jennifer Hanks, husband Matthew; his sister-in-laws, Patsy Morrison and Cindy Morrison; niece,...

Welden Jones

Welden Jones

May 23, 2024

Welden  Jones, 81, of Greensburg passed away Thursday, May 23, 2024 at Brookdale Latrobe. Born February 25, 1943 in Manor, the son of the late Thomas Jones and Eleanor (Lauffer) Jones. He was also predeceased by special brother-in-law, Alan Smith of Chattanooga TN. Welden was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh where he was a member of the varsity...

Donna May Woodward

Donna May Woodward

May 8, 2024

Donna May Woodward, 96, of Latrobe, went home to her Lord on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. She was born February 25, 1928, a daughter of the late Earl May and Esther Dick May. Donna was a member of Latrobe Community Ministries. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband Russell Woodward; her sister, Agnes Bacan (John);...