All Obituaries

Kathyrn L. (Clawson) Clever, 71, of Kittanning died on Wednesday March 20, 2019 in Good Samaritan Hospice in Cabot. She was born on November 13, 1947 in Kittanning to the late RM & L. Maurie Clawson. Kathy was a lifelong resident of the community and retired as a nurse’s aide from the Armstrong County Health Center. She enjoyed spending time with her family and going to Smicksburg. Left behind to cherish her memory are Son- David (Marcy) Walker of Kittanning Daughter- Barbara...

Roger John Marasco, 70, of Templeton, died Monday, March 18, 2019 at his residence. He was born March 26, 1948 in Dubois, Pa to the late John Anthony and Martha Elizabeth (Zapich) Marasco. He was a truck driver and a U.S. Navy veteran, serving during Vietnam as a Sea Bee. He loved his tractors and trucks and dogs, especially his favorite dog ‘Sam’. Survivors include his sons, Andrew (Cheryl) Marasco, of Templeton, Cory (Holly) Baker, of Kittanning, and Brandon (Erica) Marasco,...

George Leroy Walker, 90, of Templeton, died Saturday, March 16, 2019, in Palm Coast, Florida.  He was born on May 22, 1928, in Templeton, to the late Edward Abraham and Hazel Marie (Farster) Walker.  He was a caster at Eljer Pottery and also worked for the Pennsylvania Railroad.  Mr. Walker was a member of the Templeton Church of God and he enjoyed camping, singing, and loading up the motor home for family trips.  He also played baseball and coached Little League, and...

Dara Lee E. (Bishop) Hooks, 69, of Kittanning, died Friday, March 15, 2019, at Butler Memorial Hospital.  She was born March 3, 1950, in Kittanning to the late Harry and Florence (Wise) Bishop. She volunteered at the Clothline.  She enjoyed doing crafts and liked Indian stuff, and going to concerts. She is survived by her son, Walter Paul Hooks, of Vandergrift; step mother, Eleanor Bishop, of Ford City; step sister, Debra (Steve) Fazekas, of Sarver; granddaughter, Madison...

Neal Allen “Bud” Milliken, Jr., 65, of Apollo, died unexpectedly Sunday, March 10, 2019, at Allegheny Valley Hospital.  He was born May 1, 1953, in Kittanning to Neal A., Sr. and Virginia (Slagle) Milliken.  Neal retired from Uncle Charley’s Sausage and R&P Coal Company.  He also served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.  He was a member of Montgomeryville Baptist Church in Adrian. He also was a member of the Cowansville American Legion,...

On Friday, March 8, 2019, James Barry Claypoole, of Worthington, passed in peace, at the age of 69. Barry was born Dec. 14, 1949, to the late James Gordon and Lucille (Henry) Claypoole, in Kittanning. Barry served his country in the U.S. Air Force after graduating high school. He later became an over the road truck driver and served as township supervisor for West Franklin Township. Barry was a member of the American Legion Post 828 and the Free Masons Armstrong Lodge 0239. He was a...

Karen Jean (Mangus) Woodside-Fouse, 60, of Leechburg, died on Friday, March 8, 2019, at her residence.  She was born on Sept. 5, 1958, in Kittanning to Frank E. and Jean K. Mangus.  Karen had many odd jobs over the years before finally dedicating herself to being a full time homemaker.  She was a member of St. Michael's Lutheran Church in Brick Church.  She loved the outdoors and nature, spending time with her family and friends, living her life to the...

  Albert “Tooze” Serafin, Jr., 61, of Shelocta, died Monday, March 4, 2019. He was born Oct. 8, 1957, in Spangler, Pa., to Albert and Joann Serafin. Albert graduated from Elderton High School in 1975, and served in the U.S. Navy from 1975-1981. He was previously employed at R&P Coal Company and various mines, he was most recently employed as a federal mine inspector for the last 18 years. He is survived by his wife, Kimberly (Shaffer) Serafin, whom...

  Ann (Schlatter) Burns, 80, of Kittanning, died Monday, March 4, 2019, at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh. She was born March 17, 1938, in Hoboken, N.J., to the late Robert and Ethel (Poore) Schlatter. Ann retired from Butler Memorial Hospital. She was an avid gardener, and enjoyed crocheting, reading, and camping. She was also a Pittsburgh sports fan. She is survived by her daughter, Robin Rapone, of Grove City; son, Scott Burns, of Brandon, Fla.; daughters, Heather (David)...

Donna J. Myers, 83, of Heritage Meadows Personal Care Home in Kittanning, passed away Monday, March 4, 2019. She was born February 21, 1936 in Kittanning to the late Frank C. and Mary Toy. Donna was a loving mother and wife, who enjoyed spending time with family. She is survived by her daughter Teresa Andrasy and husband Jeff; son Glenn Myers Jr. and his wife Kim; grandchildren Dakota, Skyllar, and Casey; great grandchildren Luna and Addilynn; two sisters Sue Verner and Rea Michelle Smith....