OBITUARIES

Recent Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Northern Mercer & Southern Crawford Counties

Julie A. Sweeney

Julie A. Sweeney

Jul 10, 2025

Julie A. Sweeney, age 69, of Penn Ave. Greenville, passed away Thursday morning, July 10, 2025, in Quality Life Services, Mercer.

She was born in Franklin on January 23, 1956 to Weldon W. and Justine R. (Anderson) Rice. Julie was a 1975 graduate of Franklin High School and had been employed as Cleaning Supervisor at Anderson Coach & Travel for 11...

Robert W. Whiteside

Robert W. Whiteside

Jul 8, 2025

Robert W. Whiteside, age 91, of Lyle Dr., Hermitage and formerly of Greenville, passed away Tuesday afternoon, July 8, 2025, in UPMC Shenango Valley.

He was born in Greenville on May 10, 1934 to Ollie and Geneva (Tolliver) Whiteside and attended Penn High School. Bob served honorably in the United States Army during the Korean War. He retired from Reynolds Building...

Joan P. Weisel

Joan P. Weisel

Jul 7, 2025

Joan P. Weisel, age 92, of Moon Twp., PA and formerly of Greenville, passed away Monday afternoon, July 7, 2025.

She was born in Pittsburgh to Walter and Flora (Jordan) Sulzer. Joan was a 1950 graduate of Oliver High School and earned her Bachelor’s degree and Master of Fine Arts degree at the University of Pittsburgh and her Law Degree from...

Gerald A. "Sandy" Sanderson

Gerald A. "Sandy" Sanderson

Jul 7, 2025

Gerald A. “Sandy” Sanderson, age 86, of Greenville passed away peacefully Monday evening, July 7, 2025, in UPMC Jameson.

He was born in Peoria, IL on March 7, 1939 to Loynal A. and Geraldine (Eibeck) Sanderson. Sandy served in the United States Army from 1956-1961, attaining the rank of E-4. He was employed at Greenville Steel Car for 11 years, at...

Joseph C. Lightner, Jr.

Joseph C. Lightner, Jr.

Jul 6, 2025

Joseph C. Lightner, Jr., age 90, of Mount Juliet, TN (and formerly from Greenville, PA) passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025.

Joe was born in Grove City, PA on November 12, 1934 to the late Joseph C. Lightner, Sr. and Ethel Lightner. He graduated from Grove City High School & Grove City College with a mechanical engineering degree. Between his...

Shirley M. McClimans

Shirley M. McClimans

Jul 5, 2025

Shirley M. McClimans, age 82, of Railroad St., Jamestown passed away Saturday evening, July 5, 2025, in Avalon Springs Care Center, Mercer.

She was born in Butler on January 19, 1943 to Emory L. and Betty (Balfour) Ours. Shirley was a graduate of Jamestown High School and had been a devoted homemaker. She enjoyed playing Bingo, gardening, birdwatching, and especially loved...

Debra A. Rodemoyer

Debra A. Rodemoyer

Jul 4, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our cherished loved one, Debra A. Rodemoyer. She was called home by her Lord and Savior, while surrounded by her family, on Friday, July 4, 2025 at the age of 69. She showed her truly tenacious and courageous spirit throughout her nearly 2-year journey with leukemia.

Debbie was born...

George H. Lumley, Jr.

George H. Lumley, Jr.

Jul 3, 2025

George H. Lumley, Jr., age 58, of Liberty St., Jamestown passed away Thursday evening, July 3, 2025, in his residence.

He was born in Greenville on May 17, 1967 to George H. Lumley, Sr. and Patricia (Stodolak) Lumley. George was a 1986 graduate of Jamestown High School and had served in the United States Army for several years. He had previously...

Donal George McFarlane

Donal George McFarlane

Jul 1, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Donal George McFarlane, who died peacefully on July 1, 2025, at the age of 60.

Donny was born on November 18, 1964, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He grew up in McCandless Township, where he shared a childhood full of memories with his siblings. A proud graduate of North Allegheny High School, Donny later made...

Shirley J. "Maggie" Patton

Shirley J. "Maggie" Patton

Jun 28, 2025

Shirley J. “Maggie” Patton, age 67, of Rock Hill, SC, and formerly of Greenville, passed away unexpectedly Saturday morning, June 28, 2025, in the Emergency Room of UPMC Horizon Greenville.

She was born in Greenville on February 21, 1958 to Vernon and Betty (Davis) Johnston and was a 1977 graduate of Reynolds High School. Shirley had been employed for more than...

Gary J. Haverdick

Gary J. Haverdick

Jun 27, 2025

Gary J. Haverdick, age 75, of Hempfield Ave., Greenville passed away Friday afternoon, June 27, 2025, in UPMC Jameson.

He was born in Greenville on January 7, 1950 to Frank and Mary (Millero) Haverdick. Gary attended St. Michael’s School and was a 1967 graduate of Reynolds High School. He served in the Vietnam War in the U. S. Army 25th Infantry...

Ralph E. White

Ralph E. White

Jun 26, 2025

Ralph E. White, age 88, of Countyline Rd., S. Shenango Twp., Jamestown passed away Thursday evening, June 26, 2025 in Andover Village Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation.

He was born on February 28, 1937 to Howard and Vergie White. Ralph was a graduate of Jamestown High School and had been employed as an accounting clerk at the Bessemer & Lake Erie Railroad...

Pearl L. Henderson

Pearl L. Henderson

Jun 24, 2025

Pearl L. Henderson, age 96, of Clearwater, FL, and formerly of Williamsfield, OH, passed away Tuesday afternoon, June 24, 2025, in UPMC Jameson.

She was born in Pittsburgh on January 16, 1929 to Clifford W. and Elizabeth K. (Hassler) Emrick. Pearl attended Vernon, OH Schools and had owned and operated Cozy Corners in Williamsfield from 1974 through 2008.

She enjoyed sewing, gardening,...

James G. Robertson

James G. Robertson

Jun 21, 2025

James G. Robertson, age 92, of Conneaut Lake Rd., Sugar Grove Twp., Greenville passed away Saturday morning, June 21, 2025, in St. Paul’s Senior Living Community.

He was born in Conneaut Lake on September 7, 1932 to Louis G. and Grace (Helbig) Robertson. Jim was a 1950 graduate of Conneaut Lake High School and served during the Korean War with the...

Marjorie Joan McElhinny

Marjorie Joan McElhinny

Jun 17, 2025

Marjorie Joan McElhinny of 339 E. Jamestown Road, Greenville, PA passed away in UPMC Greenville Horizon Hospital Tuesday, June 17, 2025 following a brief illness. Marjorie was born March 9, 1933 to James William and Stella Adams Malson in Greenville, PA. She graduated from the former Penn High School in 1951 and did office work for a short time.

On February...

Iris E. Spencer

Iris E. Spencer

Jun 13, 2025

Iris E. Spencer, age 90, of Greenville passed away peacefully with her family at her side Friday morning, June 13, 2025.

She was born in Greenville on January 13, 1935 to John and Odessa (Lynch) Kohler and attended Jamestown High School. Iris retired as a school bus driver from Anderson Coach & Travel following more than 60 years of employment.

She was...

Lucas D. "Lukie" McClelland

Lucas D. "Lukie" McClelland

Jun 10, 2025

Lucas D. “Lukie” McClelland, age 18, of Jamestown, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday morning, June 10, 2025.

He was born in Titusville on January 29, 2007 to Daniel B. and Mary Ann (Fuller) McClelland. Most recently, Lukie had attended Jamestown High School.

He loved animals, especially his dog “Ike,” crafts, woodworking, and most of all, spending time with his family.

Lukie is survived by...

Donald Edwin Voelker

Donald Edwin Voelker

Jun 9, 2025

Donald Edwin Voelker, age 54, of Sewickley, PA, died suddenly June 9, 2025. He was the loving father of Alabama Voelker and stepfather of Matthew Beighey. He was the loving long-time companion of Melissa Carlini and her children Madalin and Rebekah Carlini. Also surviving are his parents Dan and Dianna Voelker and siblings Sherry and Ben.

Donnie was a contractor in...

Mary C. Reinhart

Mary C. Reinhart

Jun 6, 2025

Mary C. Reinhart, age 75, of Hartford Twp., Burghill, OH, passed away Friday morning, June 6, 2025, in Windsor House at O’Brien Memorial, Masury, OH.

She was born in Greenville on July 19, 1949 to John and Bernice (Hovis) Cameron and was a 1967 graduate of Greenville High School. Mary retired in 2003 following 33 years of employment as a machine...

Dorine K. Pritts

Dorine K. Pritts

Jun 5, 2025

Dorine K. Pritts, age 87, of Harrisville and formerly of Greenville, passed away peacefully Thursday evening, June 5, 2025, in her residence.

She was born in Canonsburg on January 27, 1938 to Joseph and Mary (Freeland) Nestor. Dorine attended Canonsburg High School and had been a lifelong homemaker.

She was a past member of Christian Assembly Church, Greenville and most recently had...