Obituaries

Fayette County, PA Obituaries

Local Obituaries From Masontown, Fayette County, PA & Surrounding Areas

Anna Marie Fleming

Anna Marie Fleming

Aug 22, 2025

Anna Marie Fleming, 92, of Uniontown, PA, passed away on Friday August 22, 2025, in WVU Uniontown Hospital.

She was born on Monday July 10, 1933 in Uniontown, PA, a daughter of the late Joseph and Ann (Kragcier) Zapotosky.

Anna Marie was preceded in death by her parents and husband Harry P. Fleming.

She was a devoted member of St. John the Evangelist...

Barry D. Kovell

Barry D. Kovell

Aug 21, 2025

Barry D. Kovell, age 75, of New Salem, Pa. passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at Lafayette Manor, Uniontown, Pa.

He was born on Wednesday, September 21, 1949 in Uniontown, Pa., and grew up in New Salem, the son of the late Paul M. Kovell, Sr., and Marcella (Figus) Kovell.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 53...

Kathy Yvonne Gudac

Kathy Yvonne Gudac

Aug 20, 2025

Kathy Yvonne Orris Gudac, 68, of Uniontown, unexpectedly passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 20, 2025.

She was born on May 9, 1957, in Brownsville, Pa. to Paul and Betty (Bella) Orris.

Kathy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, whose kindness and love touched everyone she met. She had a passion as a seamstress, taking great pride in her...

Albert D. Yash

Albert D. Yash

Aug 14, 2025

Albert D. Yash, 96, of McClellandtown, PA passed away Thursday August 14, 2025, with his loving family by his side.

He was born in Edenborn, PA on Monday April 8, 1929, the son of the late Joseph and Catherine (Savochka) Yash.

A veteran, he served his Country with the United States Army during the Korean War and was stationed in Fort Campbell,...

Charlene R. Patsko

Charlene R. Patsko

Aug 12, 2025

Charlene R. Patsko, age 69, of Adah, Pa, passed away on Tuesday August 12, 2025.

She was born Friday February 3, 1956 to the late Charles and Olga (Rumzik) Yankulics. Charlene was a member of St. Francis of Assisi, Masontown, PA, She was preceded in death by her parents.

Left to cherish her memories are her loving husband Joseph Patsko, son Jeffrey...

Viola Vi “Gram” Martinko

Viola Vi “Gram” Martinko

Aug 7, 2025

Viola Vi “Gram” Martinko, age 83, entered Heaven on Thursday, August 7, 2025, peacefully, with her family by her side.

She was born on Tuesday, September 2, 1941, a beloved daughter of Edward and Mildred (Guy) King.

Vi was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church, Masontown. She was also an employee of the Albert Gallatin School District for...

Maxine Higinbotham

Maxine Higinbotham

Aug 6, 2025

Maxine Higinbotham

Frances Maxine Higinbotham, lovingly known as Maxine, of Smithfield, PA, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025, at Uniontown Hospital at the age of 85. Born on October 26, 1939, in Brownsville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Irene (Hostler) and George Howard.

Maxine dedicated her life to caring for others. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse and...

Conway Orlando Huston

Conway Orlando Huston

Jul 17, 2025

Conway Orlando Huston, 78, of Pittsburgh, Pa., passed away on Thursday July 17, 2025.

He was born on Sunday April 27, 1947 in Pittsburgh, Pa., a son of the late Conway and Barbara (Rivers) Huston.

Conway was preceded in death by his parents, wife Christine Agie-Houston and cousin Rose Farris.

He attended Fifth Avenue High School in Pittsburgh, Pa., Conway was a photographer,...

William J. Bastone

William J. Bastone

Jul 12, 2025

William J. Bastone (Billy), 79, of Philadelphia, Pa. passed away on Saturday July 12, 2025

He was born on June 15, 1946 in Philadelphia to Joshua and Frances Bastone.

William was preceded in death by his parents, his sisters Carmen and Shirley and his brother Ronald.

Left to cherish his memory is his daughter Carmen, sister Francine and brother Anthony (Tony).

Arrangements are private...

Elizabeth Marie Yasenosky

Elizabeth Marie Yasenosky

Jun 28, 2025

Elizabeth Marie Yasenosky, 92, of Smithfield, PA, passed away on Saturday June 28, 2025 at The Residence of Hilltop Assisted Living in Monongahela, Pa.

She was born in McClellandtown, on Saturday June 18, 1933, a daughter of the late Michael and Elizabeth Pearl (Pittner) Saradi.

Elizabeth was married to Joseph Philip Yasenosky for 66 years and was well known for selling her...

Dolores Buchko

Dolores Buchko

Jun 19, 2025

Dolores Buchko also known as Aunt Dee of Uniontown, Pa., passed away with her lovely family by her side after battling cancer.

She was born in Uniontown, Pa., daughter of the late Michael Buchko and Agnes (Terescik) Buchko.

In addition to her parents, Dolores was preceded in death by her sister Janet Myers and brother Michael Buchko.

She was a member of St....

Ann Dayner

Ann Dayner

Jun 15, 2025

Ann Dayner, 81, of Bedford, Ohio, formerly of Uniontown, Pa., passed away on Sunday June 15, 2025.

She was born on October 4, 1943, in Uniontown, a daughter of Francis and Emma Jane Cosgrove. who preceded her in death, she is also preceded in death by her husband Robert Dayner, siblings; Ken Moore, Francis Cosgrove Jr., Mary Jane Cosgrove Wilson, Lottie...

Karen Louise (Palko) Frasconi

Karen Louise (Palko) Frasconi

Jun 14, 2025

Karen Louise (Palko) Frasconi, 81, of Masontown, Pa., peacefully passed into the eternal rest of her Savior on Saturday June 14, 2025.

Born on October 11, 1943, she was the daughter of Pete and Naomi Ruth (Ewart) Palko, who preceded her in death. She also was preceded in death by her husband Jerry A. Frasconi, Jr., and by a brother, James...

Daryl Scott Provance

Daryl Scott Provance

May 19, 2025

Daryl Scott Provance, age 62, of Connellsville, Pa, passed away on Monday May 19, 2025, in Allegheny General Hospital after a battle with lung cancer.

He was born on February 4, 1963 a son of David and Mary Dorene (McElhaney) Provance.

Daryl was preceded in death by his parents, brothers; Darren Lee Provance and Douglas Eric Provance.

He served his country with the...

Terri Marlene Moody

Terri Marlene Moody

Apr 26, 2025

Terri Marlene Moody, age 62, of Uniontown, Pa, passed away on Saturday April 26, 2025.

She was born on February 6, 1963 a daughter of John Edward Armel, Sr., and Deloris (Discovich) Armel.

Terri was preceded in death by her mother, daughter Christy Moody and her brother Wayne Armel.

She loved her grandchildren, and was a very hard worker and enjoyed cooking and...

Susan McCann McCracken

Susan McCann McCracken

Apr 22, 2025

Susan McCann McCracken

A lifelong resident of Masontown and treasured educator, age 70, passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 surrounded by family and friends after a long courageous battle with cancer. She was a beacon of wisdom and passion, leaving behind a legacy of dedication both in her professional and personal life.

Born on June 8, 1954, in Masontown, Pennsylvania, to...

Derrick A. Avant

Derrick A. Avant

Apr 19, 2025

Derrick A. Avant, 65, of Braddock, Pa., passed away on Saturday April 19, 2025.

He was born on Tuesday September 22, 1959 in Braddock, Pa., a son of Raymond Hill and Naomi Avant.

Derrick was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother Darnell Avant.

Left to cherish his memory is his daughter Keona Avant, step-son Ronald Frye, brother Shawn Avant, sister...

Carole L. Rochek

Carole L. Rochek

Apr 16, 2025

Carole L. Rochek, age 65, of Balsinger, Pa., died on Wednesday April 16, 2025 after a brave battle with brain cancer.

She was born on November 12, 1959 in Uniontown, PA to parents Michael F. and Bertha A. (Marcinak) Rochek, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her sister Janice Rochek.

Left to cherish her memory is...

Agnes L. Nalepka

Agnes L. Nalepka

Mar 28, 2025

Agnes L. “Aggie” Nalepka, 98 of Washington, Pa., formerly of Gates, Pa., passed away on Friday March 28, 2025 in Hawthorne Woods Assisted Living in Washington, Pa. 

She was born on Friday February 25, 1927 in Mammoth, Pa, a daughter of Steve and Barbara (Rudar) Franyovich. She was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church in Masontown. 

Agnes was...

Kay Nevlud R.N.

Kay Nevlud R.N.

Mar 10, 2025

 Kay Nevlud R.N., age 90, of Masontown crossed over to her eternal home on Monday March 10, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband George Nevlud and her 8 siblings.

She was born April 28, 1934in Uniontown to Thomas and Katherine Clark.

Kay came from humble beginnings, 1 of 8 children working at the Masontown shirt factory for a year...