All Obituaries

Vincent "Jimmy" Testa, 98, of Canonsburg, died Friday, March 24, 2023. He was born December 7, 1924, in Slickville, a son of Domenic and Julia Carozza Testa, and grew up and lived in Canonsburg.  Mr. Testa was a member of St. Oscar Romaro Parish, and attended St. Patrick Church.  He proudly served his country in the United States Army, during the Korean War, as part of the military band. Prior to his retirement, he worked at Western Center. He was a lifelong musician and...

Carolyn Lee Emery, 74, of Eighty Four, died Friday, March 17, 2023, in her home surrounded by her family. She was born April 2, 1948, in Washington , a daughter of Charles "Bob" and Dorothy Parsons Gratz. Carolyn was a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed oil painting, crafts, and especially, spending time with her family. On December 6, 1969, she married her loving husband of over 53 years, James Charles "Charlie" Emery, Jr., who survives. Also surviving...

Jarrod  Shealey, 43, of Canonsburg, died on Thursday March 9, 2023.   He was born on August 5, 1979 to Louis and Barbara Cole Shealey. Jarrod was a 1997 graduate of Canon McMillian high school where he played football and baseball. He also attended California University of Pennsylvania for 4 years majoring in sport management. While in college Jarrod was a part of the fraternity Sigma Nu. Jarrod worked as a Senior Business Analyst for Aetna Insurance.  On August 5,...

Joseph John DeVitis, Jr., 67, of Washington, died Sunday, March 12, 2023. He was born February 20, 1956, in Canonsburg, a son of Joseph and Martha Mills DeVitis.  Prior to his retirement, Mr. DeVitis worked as a coal miner, retiring from Consol after 38 years, as a chief mechanic. He enjoyed gardening, hunting, and mostly, spending time with his family. On December 10, 1976, he married his loving wife, Bernice DeVitis, who passed away December 2, 2018. Surviving are his step-son, Robert...

John E. “Junie” Chopp, 88, of Lawrence “Hill Station”, passed away peacefully at home with family by his side on Sunday, March 5, 2023. He was born January 24, 1935 in Hill Station, son of the late John Chopp and Mary Chopp Carrara.   On December 16, 1961, John married the late Maggie Chopp, with whom he shared over 60 years of marriage.    Surviving are son, John A. Chopp of Lawrence, daughter, Dana (Daniel) Curley of Whitehall, sister, Bernadine...

Frances Loraine Filkorn Golias,71, of Washington, died on Thursday March 9, 2023. She was born on November 20, 1951 in Canonsburg, a daughter of  Joseph John and Julia Ann Balt Filkorn. Frances dedicated her life to her family, she was a loving mother, grandmother and Aunt. She worked as an overhead crane operator at a steel mill and then later on as a brakeman on the railroad. She loved reading, crocheting and was a lover of animals, particularly cats.  Frances is survived by...

Kathleen June Morton, 70, of Canonsburg, died Wednesday, March 1, 2023. She was born April 8, 1952 in Canonsburg, a daughter of  William and Jean McVicker Few.  On August 30, 1977 she married her beloved husband, Kenneth Morton. Kathleen enjoyed spending time with her friends and family. She also loved her cats. Surviving are husband, Kenneth Morton of Canonsburg; her daughter, Michelle (Aaron) Bailey of Evans City; her brother, Tom Few of Butler; her grandchildren, Alex...

Lawrence John (Larry) Scola, 70, of Washington, died Thursday, February 23, 2023.  He was born on April 4, 1952, in Canonsburg, a son of Lawrence and Margaret Zulic Scola. Larry was Catholic , and was a member of St. Oscar Romero Parish.  Prior to his retirement, he owned and operated Scola Custom Tile Inc. in Dunedin Florida.  He held various jobs before moving to Florida including working on the railroad, Haney Barge Lines and at the Westland 2 Mine, where he was a member of...

Harold Ray Harrison, 92, of Eighty-Four, died Wednesday, February 22, 2023. He was born December 10, 1930, in Tarentum. Prior to his retirement, he worked as a supervisor for Duquesne Light. Mr. Harrison enjoyed gardening and fishing. He proudly served his country during the Korean War, in the United States Marine Corps. Mr. Harrison is survived by his sister and brother in law, and nieces and nephews. On August 31, 1957, he married his wife, Mary Ann Barlow Harrison, who died June 8,...

Christine “Tina” Graytok, 91, passed away peacefully on February 17th, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on February 11th, 1932 in Washington, Pennsylvania, to her parents, Martin and Julia Strnisha. Christine was the beloved wife of the late Joseph Graytok, who passed away before her. Also passing before her were her brothers, Stanley, Vincent, and Max, as well as her sisters, Helen, Julia, and Steffie. Christine is survived by her daughter, JoAnn, son-in-law...