Obituaries

Dec 26, 2024

Geraldine (Gerry) M. Reitmeyer, 85, of Mercer, PA, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024 surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on February 13, 1939, to the late Margaret Kovach and Joseph Supan in Bridgeville, PA.

Gerry married her beloved late husband Donald Reitmeyer on September, 24, 1960.

Gerry was a former member of the Bethany Presbyterian Church, Bridgeville, PA...

Dec 18, 2024

Dorothy M Williams, 86, of New Castle, PA, passed away of a short illness December 18, 2024 at UPMC Jameson Hospital. She was born February 3, 1938, to the late Ethel Doyle and George Mcconnell in New Wilmington. PA. She was married for 61 years to Mainard Williams who passed away in 2022. Mrs Williams was a retired director for...

Dec 12, 2024

Joseph “Joe” Robert Pesek, 79, Mercer, passed away on December 12, 2024 after a period of declining health. He was born in Grove City on May 2, 1945 to Margaret (Bocsi) Pesek and Joseph Pesek, Sr.

Joe was a 1963 graduate of Grove City High School and then majored in accounting and business at New Castle Business College. He continued his...

Nov 12, 2024

Albert “Al” L. Heister, Jr., 63, passed away on November 12, 2024, at AHN Grove City

Hospital. Al was the son of the late Sally and Albert L. Heister, Sr, born on May 2,1961.

Al served his country in the United States Marine Corps for over four years. He was a

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Nov 6, 2024

Carol Ann Stevens, 77, of Mercer passed away peacefully on November 6, 2024.

Carol was born to Wallace and Wilmette Paddock on May 27, 1947. She graduated

from Lakeview High School before going on to The Meadville School of Nursing

for her RN.

Carol married the love of her...

Nov 3, 2024

Surrounded by her family, Ruth B. Carroll was ushered home to Heaven by angels to be with

her Lord on Sunday, November 3, 2024, in Grove City, PA. She was 90 years old. Ruth was

born at Grove City Hospital on July 10, 1934. As Ruth’s life led her to a few different

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Oct 27, 2024

Judith Irene Redmond ,80, of Mercer passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on

October 27, 2024. Judith worked as a CNA at various locations after leaving Mercer High

School.

Judith was a woman of Christian faith. She loved bird watching and seeing all different types of

birds and other...

Oct 13, 2024

Michael Lee Patterson, 62, of Wolfcreek Twp., passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at Heritage Valley Hospital in Beaver. Michael was born on April 5, 1962 in Grove City to Donald G. and Virginia L. (Bell) Patterson.

Michael was a mechanic for over twenty-five years in Warren, OH. When he was not working...

Sep 26, 2024

Christine A. Paden, 57, of Mercer, PA, passed away peacefully at home on September 26,2024. Christine was born on December 25, 1966 in Mercer County and has not left since. Christine worked as an Optometrist and had her Associates Degree in Psychology. She was extremely involved in her work and was known as one of the hardest workers. In...

Sep 9, 2024

James C. Bodien. 56, formerly of Fredonia, passed away surrounded by family on September 9, 2024. James was born to Judith Martin and James Bodien on September 13, 1967. James attended Mercer High School, and later continued his education at Airline Attendant School. James then went on to further his career in the sales field. He was passionate about...

Aug 29, 2024

James G. Higbee ,52, of Mercer, PA, passed away at home on August 29,2024. James was born to James G. Higbee and Cynthia Lou (Kish) Swingle on March 13, 1972. James was a man full of love and compassion for others. He was always available to help anyone who needed it and could always be counted on. James was...

Aug 24, 2024

Ethel J Toth, 82, of Hermitage, PA, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2024. Ethel was born to Carvin and Mary Umstead on January 3, 1942. Ethel worked as a library secretary at Butler Community College after graduating high school. Ethel traveled all over the country, collecting knick knacks and oddities from wherever she went. She enjoyed tending to...

Aug 21, 2024

Timothy J. Reiter, 78, of Greenville, PA, passed away surrounded by family on August 21, 2024. Timothy was born to George and Gladys Reiter on February 15, 1946. Timothy graduated from the New Castle School of Trades with a degree in Welding and Mechanics. Timothy was a devoted outdoorsman, spending most of his time immersed in nature. He loved...

Jul 17, 2024

Hilda L. Shollenberger, 85, of Greenville, Pa, passed away peacefully with family by her side after a brief illness at UPMC Hamot on July 17, 2024. Hilda was born to Waldo W. and Alberta Whyte on August 2, 1938. Hilda finished high school before going on to work in the restaurant service for over 16 years while still being...

Jul 5, 2024

Paul A "Pauly" Likens Jr., 14, of Mercer/Sharon has passed away. Pauly was born on July 6, 2009 at Sharon Regional to Jennifer McClure and Paul A Likens Sr. Pauly was a student at Mercer Elementary and Junior High Schools. Pauly lit up every room she entered, always making people smile and passing around her contagious laughter. Pauly was...

Jun 18, 2024

Carol Sue (Redfoot) Nickols was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She passed from this world on June 18, 2024 at the age of 69. Her beloved son, Matthew, was at her side. She was born to Glenn and Norma (Christy) Redfoot (both deceased) on December 8, 1954. Carol was the youngest of three children. She had...

Jun 8, 2024

Joy Miller, of Mesilla, New Mexico, formerly of Mercer, PA, passed away on June 8, 2024 in Las Cruces, NM after a valiant battle with cancer. Joy was born in Pittsburgh in 1969, daughter of Ruth (Rishell) Miller and the late David M. Miller. She was a 1987 graduate of Mercer High School and earned her Bachelors of Arts...

May 23, 2024

Danielle Ann Bair of Ashville, NY passed away unexpectedly on May 23, 2024 at the age of 50. Danielle was born in Sharon, PA on May 27, 1973 to Shirley A. Coast and the late Daniel Guthrie. Danielle was a graduate of Mercer High School. She was a homemaker, and worked in Health Home Care from time to time....

May 18, 2024

Laura "Margaret" Woodworth, 79 of Mercer passed away May 18th, 2024 at Jamison Hospital, New Castle, Pennsylvania. Born in Grove City, Pennsylvania on March 5, 1945 to George and Angela (Bollinger)Hites, Margaret was a talented crocheter and loved making stained glass. She also was an excellent cook, cooking for many years at the old Mercer County Home. She loved...

May 10, 2024

Barbara Jo Hennessy, 60, of Fredonia, passed away on May 10, 2024 at her home after a courageous battle with cancer. Originally from Grove City, Barbara was born on August 22, 1963 to the late Samuel and Mary Moore Sr. Barbara was described as someone with a Heart of Gold who was known to many as "Mom or Grandma"...