Nancy Gist Cushing passed on June 29, 2026, at the age of 88.   Nancy was a teacher at Goucher Street Elementary, Lehman Elementary, and Villa Madonna Catholic School. After retiring from Villa Madonna, she volunteered to teach music to all early childhood classes at the school. Nancy truly loved her profession and left a legacy not only with the children she taught, but with the teachers, staff, and parents as well. She was known for her “pointer finger”…and it ...

Lawrence Brandon born on March 11,1948 in Johnstown, PA passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, June 7, 2026. Lawrence was preceded in death by his parents Layton L. Brandon and Ruby L. (Willis) Brandon and five siblings Layton Jr., Beatrice, Geraldine, James, and Larnell. He is survived by his loving sister, Gwendolyn (Albert) Herr, his children, grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews who will cherish his memory and the many ways he touched their lives. Throughout his life, ...

Janet Clark, 95, Johnstown, died June 12, 2026 at Windber Hospice.   She was born October 7, 1930, in Wheeling, WV, daughter of the late Henry and M. Mae (Gary) Greiner, and also preceded in death by her husband William Henry Clark, in 1994.   She is survived by 4 cousins.  Being from a very small family, Janet had been "adopted" by the family of her dear friend, Pat Betts. Janet retired as a secretary at Westinghouse Electric, after 42 years.  She was ...

Alice M. Favor, 89, of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 14, 2026. Born on January 1, 1937, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Carlos Sampson and Alice (Simpson) Sampson. Alice was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She will be remembered for her infectious laughter, wonderful sense of humor, and the joy she brought to those around her. She loved spending time with her family, ...

Viola Theresa (Alessandro) Najjar – Born March 6, 1931 in Johnstown, daughter of Giuseppe and Giovanna (Giglotti) Alessandro.  Preceded in death by parents, husband of 50 years George Najjar, Jr. who died in 1999, daughter, Barbara Najjar, 2024, sisters, Serafina Alessandro, Rita Polca, Mary Ramirez, brothers, Anthony Alessandro, and John Alessandro.  Viola is survived by her children, Evelyn McCallum (Joseph) Encinitas, CA, Carolyn Najjar (Tony Kordell) Mann’s Choice, ...

John F. Wallace, Jr., 78, Johnstown passed away June 11, 2025 at Rihland Healthcare and Rehabilitation.  He was born December 1, 1947, in Johnstown, son of the late John F., Sr. and Janet (Maley) Wallace, also preceded in death by an infant sister, Jenifer.  Survived by son Brian (Misty), grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister, Karen Roles (Mike), brother Tom (Linda) and numerous nieces and nephews. John was a medic in the Army serving in Germany.  He worked in banking ...

Mary J. Kendig (Smokey) was born December 28, 1946 and passed away peacefully at her home on June 10, 2026 at the age of 79.  Her husband Richard was at her side.  Her passing ended a marriage of 47 years, celebrated on June 2, 2026.  Smokey was preceded in death by her parents Charles and Jessie Saloney and by siblings Wanda Coolbaugh, Charlie, Mitch, and Johnny Saloney, as well as numerous aunts and uncles.  She is survived by her husband Richard, stepdaughters Laurie ...

Patricia (Pattie) Heaney Porter, passed peacefully from this world to the next, on June 1, 2026, after a relatively short illness.  Pattie wants everyone to have happy and memorable times with laughter, joy and smiles, not regrets or sorrow.  She is confident that she will be met by many who cared for, and loved her, her grandparents, William Joseph Conroy and Frances (Murray) Conroy; Robert Clark Heaney and Grace (Campbell) Heaney; parents Robert Clark Heaney and Florence (Conroy) ...

Emanuel Toney, 77, of Johnstown, went to be with Our Lord on May 22, 2026. Born on October 19, 1948, he was the son of Fess Sr. and Carrie Toney (Smith). He was preceded in death by his parents, Fess Sr. and Carrie Toney (Smith); his brothers, Fess Jr., Alraphus Sr., Edward Toney, and Willie D.; his sisters, Ida Britt, Lois McGhee, Doris Tisinger, Mary Jackson, and Creola Rawles (Fred); and his in-laws, James Britt Sr., Earl Jackson Sr., Matthew Tisinger Sr., Leroy Lawrence, ...

 Mary Elizabeth Swank, 78, Westmont, died May 28, 2026 at Memorial Medical Center.  Born March 18, 1948 in Johnstown, daughter of the late Robert P. and Mary Jo (O’Connor) Mayer.  Preceded in death by grandson Christopher James Swank.   Survived by loving husband Carl R. Swank and sons Robert J. (fiancé Tanya), and Brian C. (Crystal); granddaughters Emelyn Jo Swank and Alison Marie Swank; grandson Robert J. ( RJ ) Swank, Jr.; step-grandchildren Devin M. ...