Carol Louise “Tootie” Mochanski, 84, devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, died at home on Friday June 24, 2022 with her family at her side.  Born in Nanty-Glo, PA on December 16, 1937, she was one of six children to the late Marko and Katherine Gregurich.  Tootie was vivacious, fun, and loved to care for her family.  When she wasn’t crocheting or making her famous perogies, she was pressing her luck, a true gambling girl at heart. She...

Dorothy Margaret Keslar, 99, of Plum Borough went to glory on Monday, June 20, 2022. She was born February 12, 1923, in Punxsutawney to the late Evan and Laura (Conrad) Stiver, and graduated from Big Run High School. She had a strong faith in the Lord and often attended the First Baptist Church of Upper Burrell or the Gospel Fellowship Presbyterian Church of Valencia with her daughters. Dorothy found joy in gardening, cooking, baking, embroidery, and playing her word puzzles. She is...

Michael Eugene Zito, 87, of Conway, S.C. formerly of Upper Burrell Township passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, June 18, 2022. He was born May 2,1935 in New Kensington to the late Michael and Frances (Maglisco) Zito. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle.  Mike enjoyed playing a competitive round of golf, was an avid reader, an action and western movie viewer, and a lifelong Pittsburgh Steeler and Penguin fan.   Surviving are his wife,...

Our Beloved Aunt, Carmelina Marie DeSocio, 97, of Arnold passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 14, 2022. She was born July 16, 1924 to the late Lodovico and Assunta (Paladino) DeSocio. Carm resided in Arnold her entire life and worked for over 20 years as an Office Administrator at Citizen’s General Hospital. She was a lifelong member of Mt. St. Peter Parish. Aunt Carm was always reliable and helpful in caring for and getting her nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews where...

Patricia Ann Willison-Hayden, 73 of New Kensington, went home to be with the Lord on Monday June 13, 2022, where she died at her home. She was born April 16, 1949, one of eleven children to the late Ernest and Mary Margaret (Welsh) Willison. Patricia had a vibrant personality, was an incredible mother and grandmother, and walked daily with Christ.  She read her bible daily, was compassionate with a tender heart and led her life with kindness always helping others, acting as the...

Denise Armor has gone to be with the Lord on Monday June 13, 2022. She fought a long, hard battle against Cancer. Through it all, she had shown the courage and bravery of a warrior. In the end, cancer took her, but it did not win. It did not rob her of her love of life. She was not defeated. She spent time preparing, making every moment count, appreciating the treasures and beauty of this world.  She loved her family very much. They were all with her in her last hours. They...

John E. “J” Kristof, 57, of Cheswick, died Sunday, June 12, 2022 at UPMC East Hospital, Monroeville surrounded by his family and friends. He was born September 21, 1964 in Indiana, PA to John Kristof Jr. and Carole (Evans) Kristof.  J was a graduate of Burrell High School Class of 1983, and later graduated from Grove City College and the Central Baptist Theological Seminary. He worked in Institutional Asset Management for PNC Bank as an Administrative Assistant. He...

William D. Baker, 75, of New Kensington, passed away tragically in a motorcycle accident in Indiana, PA on Saturday, June 4, 2022. Born February 22, 1947 to the late Elmer and Isabelle (Citterberg) Baker.   Bill was a graduate of Arnold High School, Class of 1964, where he was a standout football player for Ar-Ken. He continued his education and love of sports at the University of Nebraska where he played football for the Cornhuskers. A true craftsman, he could fix anything...

Dawana Denise Howell, 64, of New Kensington was called Home on Sunday, May 22, 2022 in her home where she was embraced by her devoted family. Born April 7, 1958 in Greene County, Springfield, MO, Dawana was one of four children of the late Earl and Dorma (Parscale) Givens. She was a graduate of Parkview Highschool Class of 1977 and later earned her Bachelor of Arts. Dawana found her love of nature at a young age, and thoroughly loved being at the beach and swimming in the healing salt...

Francis J. Flemm Jr.  88, of Lower Burrell died on Sunday, May 22, 2022.  He was born February 7, 1934 in Hollidays Cove, Weirton, WV to the late Francis J. Sr. and Lucy (Hurlburt) Flemm, and relocated to the New Kensington Area in the 1940’s. After graduation he decided to follow in his father’s footsteps at Braeburn Steel. Francis was a steadfast worker and witnessed the rise of technology and changes in the steel industry maintaining a career as a...