All Obituaries

LaVergne “Vern” Gardner, of Monroeville, peacefully passed on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at the age of 92. Vern was the beloved father of Sue Ellen Scott, Samuel (Anna Mae) Miller, Denny (Nancy) Gardner, Jean Ross, and Janice Tirrell. He was the proud grandfather of 9 and great-grandfather of 9. Vern is also survived by his sister, Mercedes Papinchak, numerous nieces and nephews, and friends. He was preceded in passing by his loving wife, Nancy Gardner.  Vern was a proud U.S. ...

Timothy “Tim C” Cheripka, of East McKeesport, peacefully passed on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at the age of 51, with his loving family at his side. Tim was the son of William “Biddy” and the late Elizabeth “Liz” (Torch) Cheripka. He was the brother of Christine (Gary) Getsy, Angela (Mike) Simeone, Bill Cheripka, Stephanie (late Mike) Lenhart, Cyndi (Jim) Jackson, and Beth Cheripka. God Father of Seth and Luke Jackson. He is also survived by numerous aunts and ...

Gaetano “Guy” Romano peacefully passed on February 27, 2026 at the age of 102. Guy was the loving father of AnnaMaria (Marty) Ross and Mario (Debra) Romano. He was the proud grandfather of Angela (Chris) Migliozzi, Melissa (Craig) Bellomo, Michael (Lyndsay) Romano, and Kayla (Tony) Dunlap; great-grandfather of Vincenzo, Sophia, Natalie, and Santino. Guy was preceded in passing by his beloved wife, Caterina (Spinelli) Romano, his parents, and 14 siblings.  At the age of 16, ...

Wayne Suchy, of Turtle Creek, peacefully passed on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at the age of 57. Wayne was preceded in death by parents, William Suchy and Marcelyn Beard, and step-father, James Beard. He is survived by his brothers, John and Daniel Suchy, bonus brothers, John Kelley and William “Chooch” Montedoro, many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Wayne was a major Harley Davidson enthusiast, and he loved the Pittsburgh Steelers. A Celebration of Wayne’s Life ...

 A Rich Man Milutin Lazich, 1941-2026, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and uncle entered eternal rest on Monday, February 9, 2026. Along with his family, music was his joy, devotion, and passion.  Milutin was born in Belgrade, Yugoslavia and moved to the United States as a young boy. He attended and received a BFA and Master’s degree in Vocal Pedagogy and Choral Conducting from Indiana University in Bloomington. Milutin, a basso profundo, was a Professor Emeritus of ...

Robert Holmes (1948 – 2026) Robert “Red” Holmes, age 77, passed away on February 9, 2026, surrounded by love. Red was born in Pittsburgh to the late Robert and Anna Holmes.   He grew up in Monroeville, PA, graduating from Gateway High School in 1967.  He was known, not only for his iron cross in gymnastics, but also for the fact that he painted the original Gateway Gator mural on the high school gym wall.  After high school, he also graduated from the ...

Dennis Shaeffer, 79, resident of Churchill, formerly of New Kensington, passed away February 5, 2026. Beloved husband of 47 years of Caroline Shaeffer and loving father of Jeffrey Shaeffer of South Carolina and Michael Shaeffer of Churchill. Special grandfather of Ethan Shaeffer of South Carolina and brother-in-law of George and Karen Tomich and Mary Ann (the late Nicholas) Tomich. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Brother of Paul Schaeffer (Sibby) of Arizona and son of the late Keith and ...

Loretta “Lynne” (Windhorst) Gagetta, of Irwin, formerly of North Versailles, peacefully passed on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at the age 89. Lynne was the beloved wife of the late Raymond “Red” Gagetta. She was the loving mother of Susan Gagetta, Paul (Carleen) Gagetta, Daniel (Diane) Gagetta, and Kathleen Gagetta. Adoring grandma of Casey (Emily Pennington) Cathell, Jason and Mark Bajcz, Stephanie (Felix Lee) Cathell, and Maria (fiancé Chris Massey) Gagetta; ...

Lois Jean (Harvey) Rectenwald, age 86, of Pitcairn, Pennsylvania, passed away comfortably on February 2, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth and Dorothy Harvey; her brother, Kenneth Harvey; and her sister, Dorothy “Tootsie” Harvey. Lois is survived by her niece, Karrie (Ken) Raymond; her great-niece, Torrie (Dustin) Stewart; her great-great-nieces, Shyla Stewart and Giannalyn Stewart; and her nephew, Kenny Harvey. Lois was strong-willed and had a ...

Raffaele “Ralph” Botti, of Jeannette, peacefully passed on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at the age of 78. Ralph was the beloved husband and companion of Corinne “Cookie” (Pecoraro) Botti. He was the loving father of Vincent (Beth Ann) and Anthony Botti. Proud grandfather of Michael, Gianna, Marissa, Isabella, and Vincenzo. Ralph was preceded in passing by his parents, William “Sarge” and Maria (Cerrati) Botti and brother, Joe (surviving wife Lynne) ...