Charles Edward “Ed” Strandquest, 93 of Geistown, died March 27, 2024 in his home.  He was born May 1,1930 in Hooversville  and was the son of Ernest T. and Alice (Brown) Strandquest.  Ed was preceded in death by his parents and loving wife, the former Nancy Louise Simmons in 2010.  Survived by his children: son Bud and daughter in law Ana;  son David and Angie; daughter Victoria Santa and son in law Dave; daughter Michele Covert and son in law Joel;...

Julie passed away peacefully on ­­­­­­­March 25, 2024.  She was born September 1, 1966, daughter of the late Matt & Joan “Tootie” Kelly. Survived by daughter Melanie Grace Muha (Jimmy) and siblings, Chris Havrilak (Rich), Lititz, PA, Tim, Raleigh NC, Paula Gojmerac (Chris) Johnstown, and Jamie Weaver (BJ) of Windber. Also survived by niece Elyse Cameron (Justin, Rylee, & Hoyt), Nathan Havrilak (Kaitlyn & Oliver), and Wyatt...

Melody Morrison-Harris, 54, of Johnstown, went to be with the Lord March 9, 2024.  Melody was born May 27, 1969, in Pittsburgh, the loving daughter of the late Geraldine Price and William (Gundy) Hardwick, she was also predeceased by her brother Tyrone.  Melody was a loving mother and will be survived by her children, Ericka, Melody, Jr., Willie Jr., Malika (Jakien), Malcolm, Mariah and Mandy; and 18 grandchildren, Honesty, Makylla, Roneil Jr., Austin, Miyahlove, Keaton, Raiel,...

Jean (Huth) Hammer, 99, died March 4, 2024 at her residence.  Jean was born July 23, 1924 in Vintondale, PA, the sixth of seven daughters born to John and Mable (Hampson) Huth.  Preceded in death by her parents; husband Ralph (1987); son David (2006); and five sisters, three of whom were in the military service during World War II.  She is survived by daughters Linda Kurowski, Johnstown; Brenda Hammer, Omaha, NE; sister Carol Brest, California; granddaughter Laura Nadel...

DOUGHERTY- Mary Jane “Metch” Link, 90, Johnstown, died March 1, 2024, peacefully at home surrounded by her family.  She was born June 24, 1933, in Moxham, the daughter of the late Frank and Frances (Gabrenya) (Ivancic) (Thomas) Link.  She was married to the late John J. Dougherty on October 3, 1953, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Moxham.  In addition to her parents and husband, she is preceded in death by her grandsons, Devon Polasko, and Cole Campbell...

Shirley Spivey Brown-Young was born January 15, 1936 to Hattie Spivey and Franklin Murphy in Johnstown, PA. She was raised by Quincy and William Brown. She is one of four siblings, all of whom preceded her in death. Shirley was a devout member of Saint James Missionary Baptist Church where she served as an usher for many decades. Shirley was a community mother; to know her was to love her. Shirley worked across many fields in her life yet her favorite job was being a foster grandparent at...

John O. Triplin, Jr, 88, left his earthly tabernacle and gained eternal life and his crown of righteousness on February 23, 2024, at St Jude’s Haven where he was a resident.              John transitioned to glory peacefully with his family surrounding him sharing stories and laughter. Born November 7, 1935, in Greensboro, North Carolina to the late John O. Triplin, Sr and Margaret (Jones) Triplin.  Preceeded in death by...

Sue E. Karmanocky, 86, Johnstown, passed away February 21, 2024.  Born January 25, 1938, in Olean, NY, daughter of Orville and Margaret (Cunningham) Brockitt Schoolmaster.  Preceded in death by her parents, step-father Frank Schoolmaster, her loving husband Francis M., siblings, Virginia Marra, Betty Halpenny and Billie Williams. Survived by children Frank Jr. and wife Karen (Will), Deborah Flynn and husband David and Thomas, and wife Debra (Bittner), all of Johnstown;...

Duane G. Roberts  Sr., 71, Johnstown, died February 10, 2024.  Born July 20, 1952 in Johnstown, son of Rufus and Genevieve (Evan) Roberts.  Preceded in death by parents and son Duane G. Roberts, Jr.  Survived by wife, the former Linda Morgart; daughter Rebecca Halza; and grandchildren Annabelle Roberts and Victoria Halza; and siblings Sandra Roberts , and partner Patrick O'Malley and Jeff Roberts and wife Jane, and several nieces and nephews.  Duane was formerly...

Ralph M. Raymond, 93, Johnstown, died January 24, 2024, at Memorial Medical Center.  Born November 29, 1930, in Johnstown, son of the late Ralph and Rebecca Raymond, also predeceased by sisters Naomi Ryberg, Jean Palmer and Janet Faust.  Survived by loving wife of 69 years, the former Mary N. Lavely; daughters Sheryl Raymond; Tracy Lynn Fritz (Tom) and granddaughter Tara Lynn Fritz; and brother Donald Raymond, and many nieces and nephews.  He retired from Bethlehem Steel as an...