Ernest L. Oaks, Jr., 91, Johnstown, passed away May 23, 2023 at Select Specialty Center.  Born December 15, 1931 in Johnstown, son of Ernest L. and Magdalene (Hettle) Oaks.  Preceded in death by parents; wife Virginia (Yoder); sisters Shirley Bennett (Earl), Connie Oaks; brother Eugene Oaks (Vevette); daughter-in-law Roxann Oaks.  Survived by sister Nancy Woodward; sons Ernest L., III and Larry J. Oaks.  Also surviving are grandchildren Stephanie Hendrickson...

In loving memory of Mary “Eileen” Weinzierl (Platt), 95, of Johnstown, Pennsylvania. On May 14th, 2023, she peacefully entered the embrace of the Lord, joining her beloved husband of 68 years, Lester "Les" Weinzierl, in eternal rest. Born on April 17th, 1928, Eileen was a cherished daughter to Francis Platt and Katherine Platt (Diamond) and a loving sister to Francis Platt Jr. and Donald Platt, all of whom preceded her in death. Eileen leaves behind a legacy of love...

John M. O'Donnell., 80, Brownstown, died May 17, 2023.  Born November 9, 1942 in Johnstown son of John M. and Mary M. (Santacroce) O’Donnell.  Preceded in death by parents and wife, the former Jean Elizabeth Spangler.  Survived by sons Donald John (Holly), Woodland, TX and Matthew Paul (Colleen), Peoria, AZ; daughters Kristen Marie Furman (Joseph) and Amanda Elizabeth Burkett (Travis) both of Johnstown.  Also surviving are grandchildren Lauren, Margie Rose,...

Mary Alvanette  (Shahade) Kennan, age 101, passed away peacefully May 14th, 2023 in Naples, Florida.  Born March 26th, 1922 in Johnstown, PA, daughter of Alexander and Elizabeth (Heider) Shahade.   Preceded in death by her parents, husband Dr. Fred J, sons John and Alex, son-in-law Norman Solomon, brothers Robert and Theodore, sister Genevieve Milkie, sisters-in-law, Ruth, Nancy and Virginia Shahade, brother-in-law George Milkie, and niece Susan Shahade.  Survived...

Ruby Elaine Johnson, 77, Johnstown, passed away, May 8th 2023.  Preceded in death by her husband, parents, and elder sister.  Left to cherish memories daughter, Charlene (Shawn), Darlene, and Devina (Leroy). She loved her grandchildren, DeCor, Azaria, Andrew, and Jordan.  Survived by sisters, Helen (Charles), and Sandra.  Survived by a host of special nieces and nephews. Ruby retired with faithful years of service as a State employee with the Cambria County Job and Family...

Judea Ellen Thomas, 32, Johnstown, went to be with the Lord, May 4, 2023.    Friends received on Saturday from 10:00am until the time of services at noon at Shiloh Baptist Church, Rev. Theodore Tisinger officiating.  Interment Benshoff Hill cemetery.  Arrangements by Picking-Treece-Bennett Mortuary, 921 Menoher Blvd.  Complete obituary will be published when available.

Robert Ruitenberg, 62, Westmont, died May8, 2023.  He was born in NJ, son of the late Neil and Betty J. (Thomas) Ruitenberg.  He is survived by cousins Janie Muha, Richard Schrott and James Schrott. He was affiliated with Westmont Presbyterian Church.  At his request, all services will be private.  Interment Grandview Cemetery.

    Nancy M. Meyers, 72, Johnstown, died April 19, 2023.  Born February 6, 1951, daughter of Richard and Alice (Bahr) Meyers.  Preceded in death by parents; daughter Suzanne Marshall and brother Robert, and brother-in-law Albert.  Survived by son Stephen Walters (Kyra); brother David (Christine); sisters Donna Mitchell and Lynn Grata (Ronald); sister-in-law Deborah and numerous nieces and nephews. Services will be private and at the convenience of the family...

Michael Raymond Kozak, 84 of Johnstown, entered into his eternal home on Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023.  He was born on May 16, 1938.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Elizabeth (Kasic) Kozak; brother Kenny, sister-in-law Mary Jane; nephew Matt; and brother-in-law Richard Dunn, with whom he had a very special friendship and resided with he and his wife Patty.   He is survived by his wife of 64 years, the former Patricia Dunn; children Debbie...

Francis J. Karmanocky, 88, Johnstown, passed away March 28, 2023 at Memorial Medical Center.  Born August 21, 1934 at his home in Johnstown, son of Michael and Anna (Petro) Karmanocky.  Preceded in death by his parents, brother Michael, Jr., and sisters Ethel (Karmanocky) Kiraly, and Ann (Karmanocky) Rasich.  Survived by his loving wife Sue (Brockitt) and siblings Eugene, Father Bernard Karmanocky and children, Frank, Jr. and wife Karen (Will); Deborah and husband David Flynn;...