All Obituaries

DURANKO – Elizabeth Jean, 89, of Johnstown, passed away June 2, 2026, at Hilltop Heights Health and Rehab Center. Born November 11, 1936, in Johnstown, the daughter of Peter Sr. and Helen (Chupko) Duranko. Preceded in death by parents; sisters, Dorothy McClurkin, Rose Mary Duranko, Helen Salerno, and Catherine Kepple; brother, Peter Duranko Jr.; sister-in-law, Mary (Carothers) Duranko; and brothers-in-law, Eugene Salerno, Clifford Kepple, and Robert Carothers. Survived by sisters, Mary ...

LOHR – Barbara Helen, 88, of Johnstown, passed away at home on June 2, 2026. Born September 26, 1937, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Walter and Regina (Wajda) Steiner. Preceded in death by parents; sister, Beverly Shaw; and brother, Keith Steiner. Survived by her loving children, Dawn (Roy) Hockey, Shawn (Becky) Steiner, Terry (Melanie) Steiner, Robert (Lurleen) Lohr Jr., and Kevin (Sherry) Lohr; former husband, Robert Lohr Sr.; grandchildren, Jason (Tisha) Hockey, Travis ...

RESSLER - Robert J., 92; Johnstown; passed away on June 4, 2026 at the McCullough Place.  Born March 14, 1934 in Johnstown, son of Irvin and Margaret (Saunders) Ressler.  Preceded in death by parents; loving wife, Agnes (Yuhas) Ressler; brothers, James and John Ressler; and sisters, Margaret “Nancy” Waversack and Shirley Beblar.  He was the last survivor of his immediate family. Survived by numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews and ...

Nancy J. O’Donnell, 67, passed away peacefully at home on May 16, 2026. Born in Johnstown, Nancy was a loving daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who touched the lives of many people throughout her life. Nancy graduated from Greater Johnstown High School and spent many years working as a waitress at Harrigan’s Cafe, where she built countless friendships and left lasting impressions on everyone she met. She had a gift for making people feel welcome ...

TAYLOR – Marion “Bobo”, 95, of Johnstown, passed away May 25, 2026, at Concordia at Arbutus Park. Born May 13, 1931, in Johnstown, the daughter of Nicholas and Stana (Perich) Bozich. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Ray W. Taylor; infant son, Christopher James Taylor; and son-in-law, Bill DeFrehn. Survived by sons, David (Debbie) Taylor and Danny Taylor; daughters, Jencine (Tim) Campagna, Tammy (Dallen) Selders, and Rae DeFrehn; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and ...

PUDLINER- Andrew P., a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, at the age of 80. Born on March 16, 1946, in Johnstown, PA. Andrew’s journey through life was marked by dedication, hard work, and an unwavering love for family and community. From a young age, Andrew discovered his passion for farming and butchering, starting his career at the tender age of nine. This path would lead him to become a respected businessman and owner of ...

Carol Ann Searle (Klotz), 78, of Johnstown, peacefully passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026, at The Addison of Bluffton,SC  following a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Carol was a devoted mother who never missed an event in her children’s lives. Whether it was a BMX race, band performance, musical, or concert, she could always be found cheering proudly from the stands, traveling near and far simply to be present for her family. Carol was happiest on a ...

RYBA - Walter Anthony, 66, Johnstown, passed away peacefully May 8, 2026. Born June 19, 1959, son of Walter Joseph and Rosella Ryba. Proceeded in death by his father. Survived by mother; sisters – Barbara (Ralph Varmecky), Sharon (Raymond Strednak), Elizabeth, Rose (Joseph Slis), Christine (Eric Allen); brothers – Br. Robert O.CARM, Matthew (Andrea Zuccolotto); nieces – Stacy (Kurt Roberts), Amy (Anthony Haer), Kendra Slis, Rebecca (Christopher Horten), Lauren (Luke Smith), ...

NUTTING – William John, 47, of Johnstown, gained his angel wings on April 28, 2026. Born June 4, 1978, at Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, North Carolina. The son of Samuel L. (Brenda) Nutting and Wendy S. (Williams) Gorsuch. Preceded in death by his biological mother, Wendy; and brother, Kenneth C. Gorsuch. Survived by his loving wife, Amy (Mateljan) Nutting; parents, Samuel L. and Brenda Nutting; children, Austin Nutting, Kenneth Nutting, Michael Grumbling and fiancée Geneiveve, ...

DORIAN – Nora Jean, 84, of Johnstown, passed away April 24, 2026, at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center. Born December 31, 1941, in Glassport, the daughter of Robert A. and Elvira Mae (Crossen) Williams. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Robert H. Dorian; infant great-grandson, Jack Henry Dorian; sister, Sandra Cunningham; brother, Robert Williams; and her beloved dog, Claire. Nora is the last surviving member of her immediate family. Survived by loving children, Tammy (John) ...