All Obituaries

Stephen G. Getner, 78, of Butler peacefully passed away on July 15, 2019. He was the son of the late Stephen J. Getner and the late Helen T. Pundzak Getner. He was the husband of Dolores, “Dee” A. Bitkowski Getner, they were married May 22, 1965. He was the father of Christine L Getner and his beloved dog, Tucker. He was a brother to Kenneth (Paulette) Getner of Duquesne, Dianne (Kenneth) Awenowicz of West Mifflin and Richard (Valerie) Getner of Fort Myers, FL He was an uncle...

Lucy F. Colsten, 92, of Butler, passed away Saturday, July 13, 2019, at the Good Samaritan Hospice in Cabot. Born April 8, 1927 in Chicago, Illinois, she was a daughter of the late Samuel Flemm and Lucy (Crawford) Flemm. Lucy was a retired Nurses Aide from the Sunnyview Home in Butler and was a volunteer for Tele caregivers. Surviving is her son Larry L. Colsten of Prospect. 2 daughters: Nadine (Andy) Sneidar of Gladstone, VA and Valerie (Gary) Duncan of Butler. 8 grandchildren, 6 great...

John Paul Mall (Pap), passed peacefully surrounded by his wife of 60 years, Mary Louise (Malic) Mall and family after a courageous three-year battle with cancer. Thirty years ago, he won his first battle with another cancer and was determined to beat this one, too. He was born in Pittsburgh on March 24, 1938 to William and Margaret Henry Mall. John, known as Jack to his family, graduated from Shaler High School and the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in Industrial Engineering. He met...

  Myrtle I. Schall, 76, of Butler passed away Saturday, July 6, 2019 at the Sunnyview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born February 14, 1943 in Greensburg, PA, she was a daughter of the late John H.B. and Minnie Kemerer Hilty. Myrtle enjoyed cooking and sewing. She was a cook for various locations throughout her 16 years of service, she retired in 1998. She was a member of the First United Church of Christ. Surviving is her husband Carl G. Schall, whom she married February 4,...

David J. Hoover, 66, of Butler, passed way Friday, June 28, 2019, at his home. Born July 8, 1952 in Butler, he was a son of the late Joseph F. Hoover and Elizabeth G. “Betty” Hoover. David was a 1970 graduate of Karns City High School and received his Bachelors degree from Clarion University. He was an Elementary School Teacher for the Karns City School District, retiring in 2006. He continued teaching, working for the Elias Driving School in Butler for the past 20 years. He...

Stacy R. Kriess, 54, of East Butler, passed away Friday, June 28, 2019, at the Good Samaritan Hospice in Cabot, following a long battle with cancer. Born April 10, 1965 in Butler, she was a daughter of Jack L. Kriess and Jane A. (Green) Kriess. Stacy had worked at Magnetics in East Butler for 34 years. She had loved going to camp and spending time with children. In addition to her parents, Jack and Jane Kriess of Renfrew, she is survived by her 2 brothers, Darrin L. (Michele) Kriess of...

Virginia L. Chuba, 82, of Butler, passed away on June 20, 2019. Virginia was born in Pittsburgh on January 8, 1937 to the late John and Marjorie Komar. A 1955 graduate of Butler High School, she was a homemaker and also served as president of the Butler Cubs Ladies Auxiliary. She was an avid reader and enjoyed mysteries. Virginia was the beloved wife of the late Thomas J. Chuba, Sr, her high school sweetheart, whom she married June 16, 1956. She was the loving mother of Thomas J. Chuba,...

Margaret M. Snyder Graham, 77, of Fenelton passed away Wednesday June 19, 2019 at Fair Winds Manor. Born June 22, 1941 in Fenelton, she was a daughter of the late Harry S. and Clara A. Nugent Snyder. She was a homemaker and a member of St. John Roman Catholic Church in Fenelton. She enjoyed quilting, crocheting, gardening and babysitting. Surviving are her 2 brothers, John Snyder and Leo Snyder, both of Fenelton. Her sister, Theresa A. Snyder of Fenelton. In addition to her parents,...

  Ruth C. Sheppeck, 94, of Chalkhill, PA, formerly of Butler, passed away Monday, June 17, 2019 at her residence. Born January 10, 1925 in Butler, she was a daughter of the late Powell and Florence Davis Kennedy. Ruth was retired as an Employment Coordinator for Lutheran Services. She was a member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church in North Oakland. Surviving are her five children: Elaine Burns of WA, Sally A. Love of Chalkhill, PA, Judith (Daniel) Guidi of FL, Gerald (Deborah)...

David S. Nicholas, 71, of New Castle crossed the finish line of his long race with cancer on June 17, 2019. He was a very caring and generous person, having a part in Racers for Tots with his wife Mary Lynn Nicholas. He was a Sergeant of the United States Army during the Vietnam war and he always fought for what he believed in. He will be missed by many family and friends, but he is now dancing with his loving wife in heaven. He was a self employed Racer, having his own race...