All Obituaries

Marilyn (Peck) Valasek, 68, of Ford City, died Saturday, March 25, 2023, with her husband at her side, in the comfort of their home. Born February 27, 1955, in Kittanning, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Margaret (Ortman) Peck. Marilyn was an ambitious and entrepreneurial woman who, despite a lifelong battle with depression, was able to own and operate two local businesses: Nellie’s Boutique and Body Balance Gym, both in Ford City.  She also managed the 10th Street...

Ethan R. Layton, 32, of McGrann, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, in his home. Born September 1, 1990, in Kittanning, he was a son of Kenneth Layton, Jr., and the late Tammy Ross. Ethan is survived by his daughter, Lola Layton of Butler; his father, Kenneth Layton, Jr., of McGrann; his grandparents, Kenneth, Sr. and Kay Layton of McGrann; his brother, Jason Layton of McGrann, PA; and cousins, Bradley, Caitlyn, and Emily Layton. Friends are invited to visit with his family...

Samuel C. "Umpa" Gibson, 65, of Ford City, died Tuesday, March 21, 2023, in ACMH Hospital. Born July 14, 1957, in Kittanning, he was a son of the late Thomas and Marjorie (Crawford) Gibson. He enjoyed spending time with his family and close friends, old cars, and riding his bike. He is survived by his children: Salina (William) Bracken of Ford City, Samuel Charles Gibson, II of Ford City, Erin Marie Welch of Murrysville; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; his life...

William L. Gaiser, 82, of Cadogan, died Monday, March 13, 2023, in Twin Lakes Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Greensburg. Born September 20, 1940, in Slate Lick, he was a son of the late Martin and Ida Grace (Streightif) Gaiser. He was a veteran of the United States Army, and was employed as a coal miner with R&P (Emily) Mines in Indiana. An avid hunter and fisherman, he was also a member of Cadogan Field and Stream. He is survived by his daughter, Lama Jean Bureau...

George R. Stivason, 80, of Ford City, died Monday, February 27, 2023, at Good Samaritan Hospice in Cabot. Born September 14, 1942, in Kittanning, he was a son of the late William George and Helen M. (Waltenbaugh) Stivason. He was a 1961 graduate of Ford City High School, and formerly attended Appleby Manor United Presbyterian Church. A veteran of the U.S. Army, George proudly served his country in the Vietnam War.  He was a member of the VFW Post 4843, Ford City. George retired from...

Alex A. Booher, 30, of Jeannette, formerly of Ford City, died Thursday, January 26, 2023 in the Indiana Regional Hospital as a result of an auto accident. He was born February 3, 1992 in Kittanning,  son of Kelly Andrew and Cathy Jo (Smail) Booher . Alex graduated from Ford City High in 2011 and then graduated from  the Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 2015. Alex was an illustrator working for Christian Faith Publishing of Meadville. He enjoyed doing anime (Japanese...

Robert F. Anderson, 82, of Ford City, died Saturday, January 14, 2023, in Kittanning Care Center. Born September 1, 1940, he was a son of the late William and Mae (Elken) Anderson. Mr. Anderson was the owner of A.M. Advertising.  He enjoyed golfing, shooting pool, hunting, and fishing. He is survived by his children: Keith Anderson (fiancée Barbara) of Ford City, Heather (Chris) Ruffini of New Kensington, Bob (Terri) Anderson of Florida, and Scott Anderson of Carolina Beach,...

Carol L. Blondeaux, 59, of Ford City, died unexpectedly on Thursday, January 12, 2023, in her home. Born September 22, 1963, in Kittanning, she was a daughter of the late Raymond Ross and Frances T. (Petrosky) Blondeaux. Carol was employed by the United States Postal Service, as a postmaster of the Worthington Post Office.   She was Catholic by faith, and formerly attended Christ, Prince of Peace Church in Ford City. Carol was a fun-loving person with a happy and positive...

Kathryn J. Leinweber, 87, of McGrann, died Saturday, January 7, 2023, at her home. She was born June 4, 1935, in Kittanning, to the late Joseph W. and  Mary Alice (Hansel) Harosky. Kathryn was a former member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Ford City.  She had a lot of faith in God and was very strong. She was a former member of the Ford City VFW and Latin American Club. She was a majorette for Ford City High School, from which she graduated in 1953. She enjoyed doing crossword...

Larry M. "Toehead" Cousins, 92, of Kittanning, died Tuesday, December 27, 2022, in Armstrong Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Kittanning. He was born August 8, 1930 in St. Mary's, a son of the late Brady and Nellie (Sharp) Cousins. Larry was a member of the North Buffalo Grace Brethren Church, the Ford City Eagles, and the Ford City VFW. He retired from Allegheny Ludlum Steel Corporation, Brackenridge. He loved to play softball and golf, and enjoyed playing his guitar. He...