All Obituaries

Virginia Mae Kiefer, 90, of Canonsburg, died Thursday, January 21, 2021. She was born November 12, 1930 in Mather, a daughter of Robert and Mamie Shipley Deter. On January 31, 1953, she married John W. Kiefer, who died on October 11, 2005, after 52 years of marriage.  She was a member of First Christian Church of Canonsburg. Prior to her retirement, Virginia worked as a cook at McMurray Hills Manor. She volunteered at the Canonsburg Hospital and for Meals on Wheels. Surviving are her...

Donald L. O'Donnell, 83, of Canonsburg, died Wednesday, January 20, 2021. He was born February 3, 1937, in Hendersonville, a son of Daniel and Hazel Triner O'Donnell.  Mr. O'Donnell was a member of Canonsburg United Presbyterian Church. He proudly served his country with the United States Navy. Prior to his retirement, he worked as a welder, sandblaster and handyman for Fort Pitt Bridgeworks and Morgan building. He enjoyed building models and working in his garage. On April...

Violet Bender, 98, of Canonsburg died January 18,2021 from complications of Covid.  She was born in Avella on March 18, 1922, daughter of Mary Bogo DaPra  and Fiori DaPra.  Two brothers, Primo (Naomi) and Clement (Toni) preceded her in death. On January 20, 1940,in St. Patrick Church, Canonsburg, she married John (Jack) Bender who passed away in March, 1990. Their only child, John Lawrence, died in 2004.  Surviving are her daughter-in-law and best friend, Barbara Sebelia...

Norma Jean Bock, 81, of Canonsburg, died Tuesday, January 19, 2021. She was born August 18, 1939, in Washington, a daughter of Andrew and Edith DeLucia Rodgers.  Mrs. Bock was Catholic. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, bingo, and crafts. She was a dedicated wife, mother, and homemaker. On June 1, 1963, she married her husband of over 57 years, Ronald John Bock, Sr., who survives. Also surviving are her sons, Mark (Valarie) Bock, of Canonsburg, Brian (Mindy) Bock, of Cecil; 6...

Edward C. "Big Ed" Schmidt, 85, of Canonsburg, died Wednesday, January 13, 2021. He was born June 5, 1935, in Southview, a son of Louis and Helen Premba Schmidt.  When his father died, he quit school to provide for his mother and his family. Mr. Schmidt proudly served his country in the United States Army.  Ed was an avid football fan.  He played football with the Washington Generals and Merchants, and played semi-pro for the Pennsylvania Mustangs. He was...

Claudia S. DiCio Holt, 89, of Canonsburg, died Sunday, January 17, 2021. She was born May 14, 1931, in Canonsburg, a daughter of Donato and Claudine Simonetti DiCio.  Mrs. Holt was Catholic and attended the St. Patrick worship site of St. Oscar Romaro Parish. She was active in her church, and was a member of Catholic Daughters. Prior to her retirement, she worked as a secretary for Hepner's Funriture and Sappas Painting . Mrs. Holt was a dedicated wife, mother, and homemaker, and...

Andrew J. Shaffer, 93, of Canonsburg, died Friday, January 15, 2021, in his home, in the presence of his family. He was born September 19, 1927, in Smock, a son of George and Mary Thomas-Shaffer.  Mr. Shaffer proudly served his country in the United States Army-Air Force. Prior to his retirement, he had a long career as an Electronics Technician Leader at RCA. He enjoyed oil painting, wood carving, family history, archery, and gardening. Surviving are his daughters, Phyllis (Michael)...

Rosemary Terkay, 64, of Canonsburg, passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, January 9, 2021. She was born June 5, 1956, in Washington; a daughter of John and Josephine Lauricia. Rosemary was a 1974 graduate of Canon-McMillan High School. She then studied Interior Design at Bauder Fashion College, in Miami, FL; where she was a natural in her trade. Rosemary was an active member of the St. Patrick worship site of St. Oscar Romero Parish; where she volunteered for various church fundraisers and...

Cynthia L. Long, 55, of New Castle, died Thursday, January 7, 2021. She was born November 20, 1965, in Washington, a  daughter of Benjamin and Ollie Jean Long Thomas.  Cindy was Baptist and attended several churches. She enjoyed decorating, planting flowers, and being athletic. Surviving are her sons, Marlous (Takeshia Martin) Johnson, II, of Washington, Martel Johnson, of Canonsburg; brothers and sisters, Benjamin (Alicia) Long, of North Strabane, Rodney Long, of Washington,...

Bob was 87, the last few years of his life had been upended by health issues, but prior to that he lived an abundant life. My father always shares his earliest memories of growing up on Parkwood Road in Carrick, Pittsburgh. His house and the street are no longer there, but he spoke of a free and fun childhood playing baseball with his brothers and cousins. He loved dogs, but every dog we had growing up had to measure up to his beloved Fluff. A collie mix that his grandmother fed under the...