William G. ''Bill'' Upperman, 91, formerly of North Charleroi, died Tuesday, February 23, 2021.  Born in Webster in 1929, he was the son of the late William and Sarah Jane (O'Donnell) Upperman. Bill worked at Wheeling/Pittsburgh Steel in Monessen for over 25 years, where he relished and shared many stories of his days operating the Bobcat. He was a former member of Mel Hileman Ministries. He loved fishing with his son, hunting with his son-in-law and attending...

Benjamin Greenwood, 80, of Rostraver Township, died Tuesday, February 16, 2021. Born in Fellsburg on March 12, 1940, he was the son of the late Earle and Emma (Todd) Greenwood. Ben was a journeyman electrician and worked for Chapman Corp and Lighthouse Electric.  He was a member of IBEW Local No. 5. He is survived by his wife, Karen L. (Hoffman) Greenwood; son, Scott A. Greenwood of Rostraver; grandchildren, Dustin Greenwood and Lacey (Alex) Mielke; and sister, Juanita Harvey of...

Jean Ann Watson, 83, of Perryopolis, died Tuesday, February 16, 2021. Born in Clarksburg, West Virginia on July 29, 1937, she was the daughter of the late William Jennings and Daisy Elizabeth (Arnett) Post. Jean Ann loved her family, first and foremost.  She enjoyed working in her antique shop, “Turkeytown Treasures” and she appreciated wildlife and liked to watch the birds and deer. She is survived by her son, James Craig (Susan) Watson of Fayette City; daughter, Sandra...

Mark A. Porter, 61, of Charleroi, died Sunday, February 14, 2021.  Born in New Eagle on October 25, 1959, he was the son of the late Donald R. and Bonnie W. (Flannigan) Porter. A 1978 graduate of BVA High School, Mark worked in retail sales and was a die-hard Steelers fan.  He enjoyed spending time outdoors. He is survived by his brothers, Charles D. (Rowena) Porter of Highland New York, John P. Porter of Stockdale and Robert L. (Linda) Porter of Glassport. In addition to his...

Freda Anthony, 89, of Greensburg, died Friday, February 12, 2021. Born in Sutersville on October 24, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Sherman and Susan (Snyder) Flack. Freda attended Ella Hollow Bible Church. She taught Sunday school and enjoyed teaching the high school students. She loved to sketch and draw pictures. She is survived by her sons, David Anthony of Lakeland, Florida and Tim (Valerie) Anthony of Belle Vernon; granddaughter, Kaelyn Anthony; great-grandchildren, Rylee,...

Ronald Bruce Breckenridge, 72, of Perryopolis died Wednesday, February 10, 2021.  Born in North Charleroi on September 24, 1948, he was the son of the late Charles O. and Doris Ruth (Zundel) Breckenridge. Ron was an avid lover of the outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing.  He trained bird dogs and was a member of numerous hunting clubs. He is survived by his wife, Kimberly (Terensky) Breckenridge; brother, Charles Scott Breckenridge; sister, Joyce A. Breckenridge; aunt, Joan...

Louis Eaby “Cebe” Sensenich Jr., 79, of Adrian PA, died Tuesday, February 9, 2021. in VA Oakland Hospital.  Born in Pittsburgh on March 24, 1941, he was the son of the late Louis E. Sr. and Evelyn (Harbourt) Sensenich. Greatly loved by his family, Louis had a very happy life of very small means. He was an entrepreneur and owned Multi Fuel Heating in Greensburg, Blue Sky Aerial Photography and Dimesoft Software. He also worked for Schultheis Brothers Heating. He graduated...

Edward Ronald Verkleeren, 83, of passed away peacefully at his home in Belle Vernon, PA on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of Cecil Irene (Burgan) Verkleeren for nearly 53 years, father of Ronald (Erica) Verkleeren of Horseheads, NY, Gary (Tami) Verkleeren of Greensburg, PA, and Jeff (Nicole) Verkleeren of Plum Boro, PA, and grandfather of nine: Derek, Jarod, Alexa, Trevor, Sophia, Aaron, Emma, Aiden, and Macey.  He is also survived by...

Thelma F. Slavic, 97, of West Newton died Monday, February 1, 2021.  Born in Rostraver Township on November 12, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Thomas G. and Catherine Amy (Fell) Harris. Thelma was a member of St. Basil the Great Russian Orthodox Church in Rostraver.  She was an excellent cook, enjoyed reading and crocheting, and spending time with family. She is survived by her children, Frances E. Sabo of West Newton, Cathy M. Hanna of Ravenna, OH, Virginia M....

Dr. Paul Joseph Harbosky D.C., 69, of Charleroi, PA, went to be with the Lord on January 24, 2021. He was affectionately known by his patients as Dr. Paul.  Dr. Paul graduated from Elizabeth Forward High School’s class of 1969 and received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. Dr. Paul was dedicated to his profession and attended many post graduate programs; in order, to offer top quality holistic health care to his patients and...