Joseph James Franks, age 52, of Lemont Furnace, Pennsylvania, passed away on May 3, 2026. He was born on November 5, 1973, in Connellsville, Pennsylvania, Joe was the beloved son of the late Rose A. Franks (Falco) and Joseph Franks, Sr. Joe attended Laurel Highlands High School and later became a hardworking small business owner, working for many years as a pallet and scrap hauler. He took pride in his work and was known for his dedication, strong work ethic, and willingness to help others ...

Albert Rafell Williams, of Homestead, Pa., passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026, in the Presbyterian Hospital, in Pittsburgh, Pa. He was born on April 24. 1954 to the late Albert Williams and Flora M. (McLure) Leos, in Los Angeles California. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his brother, Phillip Tunstell. Albert is survived by his only child; son, Rafell C. Williams, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland; brothers; Stanley Williams, Pittsburgh, Pa., and Darnell Williams, of ...

Mr. Murphy Mitchell, Jr. was born February 12, 1938 in Grindstone, Pa. He transitioned from this life on April 18, 2026 in Newboro, Pa. Mr. Mitchell was the fifth of eleven children, born to the late Mr. Murphy Mitchell, Sr. and Addie Lee (Edwards) Mitchell. Affectionally known as Fat Sam, Mr. Mitchell attended Madison Elementary School in Grindstone, Pa. and completed his primary education at Orient Elementary School in Orient, Pa. He graduated from Redstone High School in 1956. After ...

Susan F. Wynn, age 81, of Adah, PA passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026 in Augusta, GA. She was born on October 20, 1944 in Uniontown, PA to Precious Powell. Susan graduated from German High School. She enlisted in the US Army and served her country for 4 years. Susan was very passionate about her only granddaughter, Kabri. She also enjoyed spending time at the Croc Center. Susan is survived by her only son, Kareem Wynn of Uniontown, PA; Bridgette Wynn, the mother of her cherished ...

Connie Woods was a beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend to many. She was well-known throughout Masontown, McClellandtown, Edenborn, Republic, and Brownsville, where she resided at the time of her passing.     Connie was the only daughter to William "Bill" Dotson and Jimmie Keith Rivers Dotson.  She was preceded in death by the love of her life, her husband, John "Pete" Woods; her big brother, Jimmy "Buggy" Dotson; and her beloved ...

David Lorenzo Cowan, age 67, peacefully departed this life on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, in WVU Uniontown Hospital, after a brief illness. David was born on June 27, 1958, in Uniontown Hospital. He grew up in Ronco, Pennsylvania, along with one brother and two sisters. He was educated in the Albert Gallatin Area School District and graduated from German Township Senior High School. In his early years David was quiet and friendly, and he carried that personality into adulthood. In his ...

Melvin Curtiss Washington, age 77, of Connellsville,  passed away on Feb. 7, 2026, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pa., surrounded by his loving family. He was born on Sept. 15, 1948, in Connellsville, Pa., the son of the late Howard E. Washington and Kathleen Robinson Washington. Melvin began working on local farms near “Trotter” at a young age. A talented athlete, he graduated from Connellsville Area High School (formerly known as the Dunbar Mules) in 1967. ...

To view funeral service, CLICK HERE. With heavy hearts, we honor and celebrate the life of Dodie Lynn Belt, born January 13, 1963, who passed peacefully on February 2, 2026, with her beloved son by her side Trevor Bailey Jr. Dodie was a woman of quiet strength, deep love, and unwavering resilience. A proud graduate of Uniontown High School, she excelled academically and was a member of the East End Drill Team. She carried that same dedication and discipline throughout her life. Dodie ...

Reginald (reggie) Grooms, age 66 passed away unexpectedly on   Monday, February 2, 2026. He was born February 27, 1959 to Richard and Jessie Mae (Burkes) Grooms. Reggie was a 1977 graduate of Brownsville Area High School. He worked hard his entire life having one job or another. His employment began at Luzerne Park, he was also employed at Clyde Mine, Wetterau Corp, Dicks Sporting Goods, 84 Lumber, UPS, and Penn Presidential. While employed he also kept a clientele of lawn care ...