All Obituaries

Nancy E. (Hershberger) Brendlinger, 63, of Derry Twp., died Wednesday, February 19, 2020, at her home with her family by her side. She was born June 9, 1956, in Bedford, a daughter of Thomas F. Hershberger of Bedford and the late Janet S. (Spinos) Hershberger. Nancy worked at Brookdale Senior Living, Latrobe as a Nurse’s Aide. She was a member of the New Derry United Methodist Church. Nancy enjoyed Calligraphy and spending time with her family. Nancy is survived by her husband of 26 years,...

David W. Bell Jr., 60, of Derry Twp., beloved son, brother, nephew, uncle, and friend, died unexpectedly on Friday, January 17, 2020 at his home. He was born February 5, 1959, in Latrobe, the son of the late David W. Sr. and Emma L. (Waldron) Bell. David retired from the US Air Force as a Master Sergeant. He was an avid sportsman and collector of many things. He truly was a fun person and enjoyed making his friends and family laugh. Besides his parents, David was preceded in death by one...

Dorothy J. (Marsh) McCreery, 71, of New Derry, died Thursday, January 16, 2020 at home with her husband by her side. She was born November 5, 1948, in Cokeville, a daughter of Mary Marshe. Prior to retirement Dorothy worked at Latrobe Hospital as an LPN. She enjoyed her work and spending time with her family. Dorothy is preceded in death by her son Donald B. McCreery Jr. Dorothy is survived by her husband of 50 plus years, Donald B. McCreery Sr. of New Derry; one daughter Lisa Newhouse and...

Violet A. (Selesky) McIlnay, 91, of Latrobe, died Friday, January 10, 2020, at Bethlen Home, Ligonier surrounded by her family. She was born May 3, 1928, in Latrobe, a daughter of the late Leo and Goldie (Piper) Selesky. Prior to retirement Violet worked for Latrobe School District as a baker. She was a charter member of the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. Violet will be greatly missed. She was a loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother. She...

Donna F. (Garris) Harris, 69, of Blairsville, died Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. She was born December 12, 1950, in New Derry, a daughter of late Jim and Anna Irene (McCurdy) Garris. Donna was a homemaker. She was a member of the Pittsburgh Revival Center. She is preceded in death by her husband Larry C. Harris Sr. in 2001, two brothers Ronnie and Dickie Garris, and one sister Shirley Garris. Donna is survived by her four sons Larry Harris of Derry, Eligh Harris of...

Dorothy E. (Tunstall) Fink, 69, of Latrobe, died Monday, January 6, 2020, at Excela Health Latrobe Hospital. She was born August 3, 1950, in Somerset, a daughter of the late William and Dorothy (Auman) Tunstall. Dorothy enjoyed spending time with her family and at Senior Life. Besides her parents Dorothy was preceded in death by her two brothers Clyde and Blair Tunstall. Dorothy is survived by her husband Edwin R. Fink of Latrobe; three daughters Melinda Diehl of Derry, Veronica Bach of MT,...

Brian J. Downs, 67, of Dallastown, formerly of Derry, died Tuesday, January 7, 2020, at UPMC Shadyside Hospital. He was born May 14, 1952, in Latrobe, the son of the late George C. and Ruth (Kennedy) Downs. Prior to retirement Brian worked for Decker Machine as a CNC Machinist. He was a graduate of Derry Area High School Class of 1971. Brian loved racing and was an automobile enthusiast. Brian is survived by his five brothers George Downs and wife Carol, Ernie Downs and wife Tina, Doug...

Paul E. Smith, 89, of Peanut, died Monday, December 30, 2019, at Excela Health Latrobe Hospital. He was born March 29, 1930, in Latrobe, a son of the late Paul and Katherine (Popola) Smith. Prior to retirement Paul worked at Teledyne Vasco. He was a US Army veteran having served during the Korean War. Paul was a member of the Derry Rod and Gun Club and the New Derry Sportsman’s Club. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching the Pirates, and the Steelers. Besides his parents Paul is...

Marlene M. (Ray) Laughlin, 68, of Atlantic, died Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh. She was born September 16, 1951, in New Derry, PA, a daughter of the late Charles Ray, James C. “Lefty” Clawson and Geraldine “Bubby” (Kelly) Clawson. Marlene was a member of the Derry Ukrainian Club, and St. Joes Club in Latrobe, and the White House in Loyalhanna. She enjoyed spending time with her family members. Besides her parents Marlene was...

Robin Lynne (Stewart) Szalanczy, 62, of New Alexandria, died December 12, 2019 at her home. She was born on March 19, 1957 in Wilkinsburg, the daughter of the late Kenneth O. Stewart and Elizabeth "Betty" M. (Marks) Kisic. Prior to her retirement, Robin was a painter. She enjoyed collecting jewelry, jewels, and gems. Robin is survived by two sons, R. Matthew Szalanczy and wife, Susan, of Export, and Christopher K. Szalanczy and his fiancee, Vicki, of Slickville; eight brothers and...