All Obituaries

Dorothy Ann Gallagher, 88, a lifetime resident of Charleroi, Pennsylvania died November 30th, 2023 following complications of a long term illness. Her family was by her side as she went to be with the Lord.   Dorothy was born on April 29, 1935, the daughter of late parents Clarence and Mildred Younkin. Dorothy was the last surviving member of her family and was preceded in death by her husband Richard, sisters Irene Cooper (Vernon), Doris Kusaj (Bruce), and brother Clarence...

Mary Ann Shaver, 80, of Speers, passed away peacefully, with her family by her side on November 17th, 2023. Born in New Freeport on June 15th, 1943, Mary Ann was the daughter of the late Milton and Marie (Rice) Jones.   Mary Ann graduated from West Greene High School, class of 1961. She hunted and enjoyed working on the family farm with her father and Uncle John for many years until she moved to the Mon Valley area.   Mary Ann was a school guard and school...

Donald E. Ulens, 84, of Charleroi, went to be with the Lord on November 17th, 2023. Donald was born on January 26th, 1939 in Charleroi to the late Peter and Catherine (McCabe) Ulens.   Catholic by faith; Donald was a member of the Saint Andrew the Apostle Parish – Charleroi Site where he was a Eucharistic Minister of the church. Donald was a member of the Knights of Columbus in Charleroi, the Ancient Order of Hibernians, the Charleroi Elks, and the Tenth Street Athletic Club in...

Barry L. Smith, 73, of Charleroi, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2023 at Walden’s View of North Huntingdon. Barry was born on February 25, 1950 in Fairmont, WV to the late Harry Jr. and Olga (Messoria) Smith.   Barry was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church in Coal Center. Following high school, Barry served honorably in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the American Legion – Charleroi Post 22 and will be missed by his...

Angelo Michael Sclafani, 56, of Dunlevy, passed away at Premier Washington Rehabilitation Center on November 13th, 2023. Angelo was born in Charleroi on November 8th, 1967 to the late Michael and Emma (Lawrence) Sclafani.   Angelo was a member of the American Legion – Charleroi Post 22, and a member of the Charleroi Slavic Club. Angelo loved watching his Pittsburgh sport teams Pirates, Penguins and Steelers, eating his favorite candy, playing darts, shooting pool, drinking beer...

Marion Orlando Newman, 79, of Charleroi, passed away peacefully on November 12th, 2023. Born in North Charleroi on August 31st, 1944, Marion was the son of the late Howard and Sue (Yansch) Newman.   Marion was a member of Saint Dominic’s Men’s Club, an avid Pittsburgh sports fan and enjoyed watching his daily TV programs. He loved to cook, especially for his friends and family who will miss him dearly.   Surviving to cherish Marion’s memory; his son, Nick...

Frank James Cole III, 69, of Rostraver Township, formerly of Charleroi, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, November 5th, 2023. Frank was born on September 18th, 1954 in Washington, PA to the late Frank James Jr. and Ruth Elizabeth (Whiteman) Cole.   Frank was an avid sports fan, especially while rooting for his favorite team, the Pittsburgh Steelers. In his free time Frank enjoyed fishing, and spending time with his loving family.   Surviving to cherish his memory; his...

Constance E. (Richards) Biller, 94, of North Charleroi, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side on November 5th, 2023. Constance was born on January 7th, 1929, to the late Bernard and Gertrude (Cullen) Richards.   Connie will be remembered as a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. She will be celebrated as someone who truly cared about others and greatly desired to know how you were; both in good times and during life's struggles. In addition to...

Christine Fiordigigli, 75, of North Charleroi, passed away peacefully on October 16th, 2023 in the Penn Highlands Mon Valley Hospital. Born in Roscoe on December 24, 1947, Christine was the daughter of the late Joseph and Martha (Boyce) Byrne Sr.   Christine was a member of the Charleroi French Club and the Charleroi American Legion post 22, she enjoyed playing bingo, the daily lottery and her scratch off tickets. An avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan, Christine was a two time breast cancer...

Joseph John Wiehl Jr., 83, of North Charleroi, passed away unexpectedly on October 5, 2023. Joesph was born in North Charleroi on September 21, 1940 to the late Joseph Sr. and Betty (Miksch) Wiehl.   Joe was the Toast To Our Stars treasurer and a life member of the North Charleroi Slavic Club. He was the former swim coach and swimming official, golf coach, and biology teacher at Charleroi Area School District.   Surviving to cherish Joe’s memory; his beloved wife Claudia...