Shirley Jean (Sipes) Miller, 86 of New Kensington, died the early morning of Saturday, October 1, 2022, surrounded by her loving family at Belair Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center.  She was born October 24, 1935 in New Kensington and was the only daughter of the late Victor and Elizabeth (Robertson) Sipes.   Shirley was a member of the Ken-Hi Class of 1953, she went on to marry Harry R. Miller in 1961, and together they built a home full of love and warmth, as...

Mary Ann Elizabeth Taper, 62, devoted mother, grandmother, aunt, and sister went home to be with the Lord the evening of September 27th, 2022. She was born July 18th, 1960 in New Kensington to the late Thelma Taper and Dempsey Nolan.  She was a graduate of Valley High School, class of ‘78. She studied architectural design and computer science before ultimately pursuing a career in nursing and graduating from St. Francis School of Nursing class of ‘91. After working in...

Shelley Lynn Scovern, 72, died Tuesday, September 27, 2022. Born in Natrona Heights December 13, 1949, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Cecelia (Roenick) Scovern. Shelley was a graduate of Harbrack High School, Class of 1967 and attended Slippery Rock College. She joined the Navy in 1969 in Great Lakes, Illinois, and was stationed in Pensacola, FL, where she lived for many years while serving as an EKG Technician. She was proud of her service and earned an honorable discharge...

Clayton "Wildman" R. Fertig, 55, of Arnold, PA passed away on Sunday, September 25, 2022.  He was born February 26, 1967 to Kathleen Faith and the late Glenn Fertig, Sr. Clay loved to live life by his rules. He had a tremendous heart of gold, and always put others before himself. His purpose in life seemed to be helping others as best he could. He deeply loved his children. He loved his country, and served as an Airborne medic in the US Army.  He is survived...

Zachary Neal Chapman, 38, of Lawrenceville, formerly of Upper Burrell Township died unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, September 22, 2022.  He was born in New Kensington October 26, 1983, the son of Dennis and Dorothy (Schohn) Chapman. Zach was a graduate of Burrell High School, Class of 2003, and went on to express his creativity in photography and videography working for Pittsburgh Poster Company.  He loved being outdoors, embraced all kinds of music, and frequently...

Joseph Stuart Nixon, 88, of Lower Burrell died peacefully on Monday, September 19, 2022.  He was born in New Kensington on May 6, 1934, to the late Louis and Maud (Wright) Nixon. Joe was a graduate of Plum High School, Class of 1952.  Following high school, he went on to work for Consolidated Coal from age 18 until he was 52, where he was a vital member of their company serving as the Assistant Superintendent.  Joe retired from Rochester & Pittsburgh Coal...

Geraldine Linda (Swanlund) Petor, 94, formerly of New Kensington passed peacefully to be with the Lord on Friday, September 10, 2022 at Walden’s View, Anova Hospice, North Huntingdon. She was born October 15, 1927 in Afton, MN to loving parents, Alfred and Emilie (Erickson) Swanlund. Geraldine loved the Lord and studied the Bible diligently. She was active in Bible studies, Ladies Aid Society of John Huss Lutheran Church, cofounded and participated in the Ship of Joy worship group and...

Guy “Junior” Colaianni 76, devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and loyal friend, of Lower Burrell died unexpectedly Thursday, September 1, 2022 at his home after a brief illness.  He was born in New Kensington on January 24, 1946, son of the late Guy Sr. and Rose (DeMao) Colaianni. Guy was a man who believed in hard work, a good provider, and was a wonderful mentor and teacher.  He held a sharp mechanical mind and had a passion for cars, motorcycles...

Lisa Ann Reith, 57, of New Kensington died Saturday, August 27, 2022. She was born July 2, 1965 in Pittsburgh to the late Garry Grant Sr. and Marcia (Geisinger) Humphrey. Lisa’s greatest role was being a mother. Spending time caring for her children and playing and teaching her cherished grandchildren filled her heart and made her most proud. She liked to kick back in front of the TV while winning at Solitaire. She always found joy in the sweet smell of lilacs giving promise that...

Nekisha Adarae D’Argan, 41 of Pittsburgh earned her wings and went peacefully home to the Lord on Saturday, August 20, 2022. She was born in New Kensington on March 19, 1981 to Nina (Taper) Scott and Robert Scott Jr.  Nekisha was a woman of deep integrity, strength, beauty and grace. Anyone who met her was sure to be captivated by her infectious charisma. Nekisha was also a dedicated mother and her children were her heartbeat. Spending time with them was her favorite place to be....