David A. Ostrosky Sr., aka The Grey Ghost, loving father, grandfather, brother, and uncle died peacefully at the age of 75 on Tuesday, January 18, 2022. He was born in New Kensington on July 13, 1946, the only son of the late Albert and Enis Zandona Ostrosky. David was a member of Mount Saint Peter Roman Catholic Church. He was a graduate of Rosedale Technical Institute Class of 1963. He worked for many years and retired from Alcoa. Dave loved restoring classic and antique cars. When he...

Brian Bruce Attinger, 69 of Plum Borough died Thursday, January 6, 2022 at UPMC East Monroeville, with his beloved wife, Elaine, at his side.  Brian was born in Martins Ferry, Ohio on November 6, 1952, one of three children, to the late Donald and Joanne Hechesky Attinger. He later moved to the Valley with his family where he was raised, and was a graduate of Burrell High, class of 1970.   Brian, a steadfast hard worker, excelled in all endeavors, held a deep love and...

Esther Maruk Skochylas, 97, of New Kensington passed away peacefully on the afternoon of Thursday January 6, 2022 at Presbyterian Senior Care in Oakmont. She was born in Lyndora, Butler County on August 3, 1924 to the late Steve and Margaret Moser Maruk.  Esther was a graduate of Har-Brack High School class of 1942. Her strong work ethic led her to her first job at Lewis Clothing Store in Tarentum and then as a naval inspector and Administrative Assistant for Allegheny Ludlum Steel...

Ralph D. Cable, loving father, grandfather, and brother was led by angels into heaven at the age of 61 on Tuesday, January 4, 2022.  He was born in New Kensington on March 20, 1960 to the late Ralph D. Cable Sr. and Lois (Tony) Gilberta Keener. Ralph was a Christian man; he placed his hope in Jesus Christ. Ralph had a passion for new adventures and racked up over a million miles traveling throughout the United States taking in all her beauty as a commercial CDL truck driver during...

Daniel Richard Ferrari, 80, passed January 2, 2022, at Cape Coral Hospital, Florida with his family at his side. He was born March 4, 1941 in Natrona Heights, Pa. He is the son of Daniel M. and Violet Mae (Gillis) Ferrari of Creighton, Pa. Dan graduated from Edfra High School, Class of 1959. Following graduation, he served in the United States Army during Vietnam. Dan and his wife JoAnn (Seft) Ferrari had just celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary December 22nd while in the...

Jean Vairo Delia, of Scottsdale, Arizona, formerly of New Kensington was taken to heaven on January 2, 2022 at the age of 90 while living at Amber Creek Care Community. Born February 24, 1931 in New Kensington, she was the only daughter to the late Frank M. Sr. and Ida Lilli Vairo.   Jean was a graduate of New Kensington High School Class of 1948, and a woman of strong educational background who built a life in academics.  She went on to focus her studies at the...

Edward R. Graham, 81, of Fawn Township, Natrona Heights, passed away January 1, 2022. He was born January 7, 1940 in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Helen (Gall) Decker and Edward W. Graham. He grew up in Wilkinsburg, lived in West Deer, and spent the last 35 years in Fawn to be closer to his daughter.  Some of his fondest memories were from his years living in West Deer. Ed he was a life member of West Deer #2 firehall and made many long-term friendships while there. He also enjoyed...

Kathleen Yee, 75, of Arnold died on Thursday, Dec. 30, 2021. She was born December 3, 1946 in Sharpsburg to the late Edward and Blanche (Misch) Domian. Kathleen was a graduate of Sharpsburg High School Class of 1964. She was free spirited and had a great sense of humor, finding the light in every situation. She was a fan of and found great amusement in the Far Side Comic Strip. Her greatest role was being a mother and the most tender- hearted grandmother. She loved spending quality time...

Mary Anna Colwell, 92, of Lower Burrell died on Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2021. She was born July 24, 1929 in New Kensington to the late William Shaner and Thelma Irene (Hecker) Bateson. Mary led her life with a commitment and faith in Christ, and most recently attended The River: A Community Church in New Kensington.  She served her community being a special needs caretaker for all of God’s children in her home, which she built with love. She nurtured and taught the mentally...

William Frank Yanosh 95, of Lower Burrell died on Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021. He was born August 5, 1926 in Monongahela to the late Frank and Eva Gregory Yanosh. William retired as a manager of state stores with the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board after nearly 30 years of commitment. He served in the United States Army and enjoyed talking and sharing stories with his granddaughter, Danielle, of his time spent in the service. He was a member at the VFW and “paid his dues” at...