All Obituaries

Elaine P. Weiss, 87, of Dunlevy, passed away peacefully at home on October 19, 2021. The daughter of the late Thomas and Sophie (Oleksak) Peake, Elaine was born in Charleroi on August 18, 1934. A graduate of Charleroi High School class of 1953; Elaine worked for Bell Telephone and was a licensed cosmetologist. For 35 years she volunteered for the MVH Auxiliary as Craft Chairwoman, FCSLA (First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association), Christian Mothers and Rosary Maker and was a devout member of...

Howard D. Hughes, 94, of Charleroi, passed away peacefully on Oct. 9, 2021, at Penn Highlands Monongahela Valley Hospital. Born in Brownsville on Jan. 19, 1927, Howard is the son of the late Isaac and Mary Gue Hughes. Methodist by faith, Howard was one of the longest active members of American Legion Post 22 in Charleroi. He served his country honorably in the U.S. Army during World War II as a sergeant with the 9th Infantry Division. Following his service to his country, Howard was the...

John P. Poziviak, 71, of Dunlevy, passed away peacefully on October 3rd, 2021 in the Penn Highlands Mon Valley Hospital. Born on December 27th, 1949, in Monongahela, he is the son of the late Michael and Elizabeth (Savel) Poziviak. Following High School John worked as Coal Miner in Eighty Four Pa until his retirement after 35 years. A member of the First Christian Church of Charleroi, John was a lifelong member of the Lock 4 Volunteer Fire Company and the Elrama Volunteer Fire...

John “Rick” “Highbutt” Stevenson, 67, of Charleroi, passed away peacefully at home on Oct. 3, 2021, with his family by his side. Born on July 25, 1954, in North Charleroi, Rick is the son of the late John R. “Jack” and Helen Jean Harris Stevenson. Known around town by his nickname “Highbutt,” he earned his favorite nickname while playing middle school basketball. He was a member of the Charleroi Italian Club and the Charleroi Russian Club. He...

Lawrence “Larry” Maraldo, 79, of Charleroi, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2021 at home with his family by his side. Born in Pittsburgh on September 2, 1942, Larry is the son of the late Dominic & Marina (DelBianco) Maraldo. A member of the Living Room Church in Webster, Larry was a Pittsburgh Police officer from 1967 until his retirement in 1987. He is a member of the Fraternal Order of Police (F.O.P) and Pleasant Hills Masonic Lodge 380. He belonged to the...

  Dr. David E. Brougher, 91, of Belle Vernon, passed away peacefully on September 23rd, 2021 in his home with his family by his side. Born in Swissvale on July 15, 1930, Dave is the son of the late Dr. Lear (stepmother Jeanne) & Margaret (Hall) Brougher.   After High School Doc’ attended Lafayette College (1948-1952) where he received his bachelor’s degree. He then continued his education at the University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine graduating in 1956....

Philomena “Phil” Tillman, 87, of Charleroi, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2021 with her family by her side. Born on April, 16th, 1934 in Charleroi, she is the daughter of the late Andrew & Julia (Bolen) Krasovic. Phil was the life of the party, spread love everywhere she went and was involved in many different groups & organizations. A devoted member of St. Andrew the Apostle, involved in all dinners, festivals and activities. A member of the Christian Mothers;...

Michael S. Cocchiara, 70, of Long Branch, passed away peacefully on September 8th, 2021 at Grandview Estates of Elizabeth with his family by his side. Born on October 12th, 1950, Mike is the son of the late Joseph Cocchiara & Margaret Zurek (Dec'd William) Kresho. Mike belonged to the Charleroi Slovak Club, Charleroi Russian Club, Fairhope Rod & Gun Club and the proud founder of the Local Street Lordz C.C.  His true passion was classic cars, particularly his aqua blue...

Mary Elizabeth (Liz) Roberts, 89, of Speers, went to be with the Lord on September 2, 2021, with her family by her side. Born on November 10, 1931, in West Newton, Liz was the daughter of Morris and Martha (Griffith) Davis. Liz had a passion for music. A member of the First United Methodist Church of Charleroi, she served as the Choir Director and organist for over 40 years. In addition to playing the organ at church, she shared her love of music by giving piano lessons to her children,...

Helen M. Geho, 86, of Fallowfield Township, passed away Thursday, Aug. 26, 2021, at the Residence at Hilltop, Carroll Township. She was born Dec. 13, 1934, in Fayette City, the daughter of the late George and Mary Calcek. She was a member of St. Andrew the Apostle Parish, Charleroi site and the Christian Mothers. In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Harold R. Geho Sr.; a brother, William Calcek; and two sisters, Jean Yuhasz and Catherine Weight. Helen is...