Obituaries
Laura M. Novacic
Feb 26, 1962 - Aug 17, 2025
Laura “Laurie” Kelly Novacic, 63, entered into eternal rest on August 17th, 2025, after courageously battling breast cancer for nearly 4 years. The daughter of the late Thomas Kelly and the late Lauretta Tormenti Kelly, she spent her childhood and school-aged years in Shaler, PA. Laura later returned to her hometown of Sharpsburg, PA, where…
Michael C. Miller-Pantone
Aug 14, 1983 - Aug 17, 2025
Michael Charles Miller-Pantone, 42, of Sharpsburg, Pennsylvania, passed away on August 17, 2025. He was born on August 14, 1983. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Catherine and Robert Miller, his paternal grandparents, Colette and Anthony Pantone Sr, and uncle, Anthony “Tony” Pantone Jr. He is survived by his parents, Cathy Miller…
Jack L. Merchant
Apr 29, 1946 - Aug 13, 2025
Jack L. Merchant passed away on August 13, 2025, in Sharpsburg, Pennsylvania. Beloved brother,uncle and friend. He was born on April 29, 1946, in Brackenridge, PA to William E. Merchant, Sr. and Esther “May” Merchant (Gibson).Jack graduated from Tarentum High School in 1964, he joined the United States Marine Corps and served as an Ammunition…
Rev. Joseph Clifton Hill, C.S.Sp.
Jul 20, 1936 - Aug 12, 2025
Date of Birth: July 20, 1936Date of Profession: August 22, 1959Date of Ordination: June 3, 1965Date of Death: August 12, 2025Fr. Joseph Clifton Hill Jr., C.S.Sp. of Bethel Park, a member of the Congregation of the HolySpirit, died peacefully on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Peter’s Township Nursing Home,McMurray, PA. He was 89 years old.Father…
Gregory M. Yerkins
Nov 24, 1961 - Aug 6, 2025
Gregory Yerkins, 63 years of age, passed on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. He was diagnosed with MS in 2007 at the age of 45 and fought the disease courageously over the last 18 years. He was born November 24, 1961 in Pittsburgh to the late Bud Yerkins and Shirley (Labate) Yerkins. He is survived by…
Donna L. Violi
Apr 26, 1944 - Jul 25, 2025
With heavy hearts, Donna Lee (Kepple) Violi, at the age of 81, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025. She was an RN for over 47 years. She was preceded in death by beloved husband, Carmen Violi; sons Charles and John. She is survived by daughter Kimberly (Violi) Capretta; grandchildren, Tera, Harley, and Jayden, and…
Kathleen Peretik
Jun 18, 1943 - Jul 23, 2025
On Wednesday, July 23, 2025, age 82, of Sharpsburg. Mother of Lora (Rick) Peretik and Brian Peretik. Aunt of Michell Sundo and Rick Sundo. Kathleen died peacefully in her sleep. She was loved and will be missed. Arrangements entrusted to Slater Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc. Sharpsburg.
Carl "Dit" Madden
Sep 21, 1951 - Jul 7, 2025
On Monday, July 7, 2025, age 73, born & raised in Sharpsburg. Loving Husband of Lou Ellen Madden (Didion). Father of four children, Amber, Tiffany (Jess), Rachael, and Michael. Stepfather of Dawn and April. Grandfather of five grandchildren and one great grandchild. Also survived by his sister Mary Lynne Fischer (Fred). Preceded in death by…
Kylie Jordan
Jun 4, 1999 - Jun 29, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing of Kylie Jordan, who passed away on June 29, 2025 at the age of 26 years old.Kylie was born in Pittsburgh, PA on June 4, 1999 to Tony Jordan and Kelly Baker. Kylie was raised in Sharpsburg, PA and was a graduate from Fox…
Edward A. Hoener, Jr.
Feb 21, 1973 - Jun 26, 2025
On Thursday, June 26, 2025, age 52. Beloved son of Edward Hoener, Sr., Natalie Hoener, and the late Diane Hoener. Brother of Sally Hoener. Nephew of Janice Hoener, Fred Hoener (Jean), and Kathy Hoener. Also survived by his cousins. Ed was a big fan of the Pittsburgh Penguins and enjoyed watching their hockey games. He…
