Francis “Frankie” Varto
May 2, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Francis T. “Frankie” Varto, 66, of Uniontown, on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at the Jefferson Hospital from complications from open heart surgery.
He was born in Uniontown on December 26, 1959 to the late Frank and Betty Faris Varto.
He graduated from Fairchance Georges High School, class of 1977.
Frankie...
Rosalie Marra
May 1, 2026
Mrs. Roaslie Koast Marra, 86, of Uniontown, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on March 4, 1940 to the late Charles and Anna Petrosky Koast.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Alex “Junior” Marra; daughter, Denise; sisters, Betty Ann Brown and Kathy Workman; and a brother,...
Dennis Michael Waligura
Apr 16, 2026
In Loving Memory of
Dennis Michael Waligura
September 25, 1942 – April 16, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the loss of
our father, Dennis Michael Waligura, who passed away
unexpectedly on April 16, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on
September 25, 1942, in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, Dennis was
preceded in death by his parents, John R. Waligura Sr. and...
Regina "Jean" Lally
Apr 14, 2026
Regina “Jean” Lally, 86, of Uniontown, passed away on April 14, 2026.
She was a life long parishioner of St. John the Evangelist Church, and she found great satisfaction in her years with Uniontown Hospital.
Jean was the youngest of twelve children, and is survived by her older sister Bernadette (Barney) Burke, and numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations are...
Norman "Champ" L. Howard, Jr.
Apr 12, 2026
Mr. Norman "Champ" L. Howard, Jr., 86, of Uniontown, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at Uniontown Hospital.
He was born in Uniontown, on September 4, 1939, to the late Norman L. Howard, Sr. and Pearl Miller Howard.
Norman graduated from Uniontown High School, class of 1958. He was inducted into the Uniontown High School Hall of Fame for football and...
Richard W. "Rick" Koslick
Apr 11, 2026
Richard W. “Rick” Koslick went home to be with the Lord on Saturday April 11, 2026 with his loving family by his side. Born April 29, 1953 in Uniontown, son of the late John W. and Ann Marie (Berardinis) Koslick. He was a graduate of Laurel Highlands High School Class of 1971 and earned a bachelor’s degree from Robert Morris...
Dennis G. Hutson, Sr.
Apr 5, 2026
Mr. Dennis G. Hutson, Sr., 78, of McClellandtown, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026 at his home.
He was born in Uniontown on August 12, 1947 to the late Joseph and Lorene Brundege Hutson.
Dennis graduated from German Township High School, class of 1967.
He was a veteran of the United States Army, having served during the Vietnam War era.
Dennis married Linda...
Joann Sabatula
Mar 30, 2026
Joann Sabatula, 85, of Lemont Furnace, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026 at Ruby Memorial Hospital.
She was born in Uniontown on March 14, 1941 to the late George and Sophie Gadek Sabatula.
Joann graduated from North Union High School.
She was a member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church; and had previously worked in the office there.
Joann was a secretary at...
Elmer W. Rich, Jr.
Mar 29, 2026
Mr. Elmer W. Rich, Jr., 74, of Perryopolis, passed away on March 29, 2026 at the Uniontown Hospital.
He was born in Pittsburgh on October 17, 1951.
Elmer graduated from Uniontown High School, class of 1969.
He retired from Brentwood Beer Distributing in 2005.
Elmer enjoyed watching WWE Wrestling, NASCAR, and demolition derbies. He enjoyed collecting Zippo lighters, tractors, and old coins.
He is survived...
Louis T. "Joby" Cantalamessa
Mar 25, 2026
It is with heavy hearts yet profound gratitude for the time we shared that we announce the
passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Louis Tito “Joby”
Cantalamessa. Born May 17, 1951, in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, Joby departed this world on
March 25, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of love,
laughter, and resilience.
Joby was the cherished...