All Obituaries

Kathryn M. Barnes, 75, of Quality Life Services in Mercer, formerly of Harrisville, passed away April 1, 2024 surrounded by her family after a short illness. Kath was born February 5, 1949 to James and Marian (Orr) Barnes and raised in Harrisville and was always seen walking throughout the town and visiting with other members of the community. Kath graduated from Slippery Rock High School in 1968.  She retired from the Harrisville Post Office. She was an active member of the...

Ruth Ann Semel, 78, of Carlisle died peacefully on Thursday, March 21, 2024. Raised in Harrisville, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Velma (McBee) Barr and the wife of 55 years to Lawrence Semel. Ruth Ann retired from Citizens Bank of Morgantown WV as a vice president. She dedicated many years assisting her husband, Lawrence, in the Orthodox Presbyterian Church, excelling as a Sunday School teacher and showing hospitality to countless people over the years. In addition to her...

Rheta Carole Hubenthal, 84, of Harrisville passed away on January 22, 2024, at the Autumn Grove Nursing Home in Harrisville following an extended illness. Born on August 7, 1939, Rheta was the daughter of the late Martin and Marian Peacock. Rheta graduated from Fairview High School in Jennings, MO, and continued her education at the University of Missouri where she received her Bachelors in Library Science.  Rheta worked at McDonell-Douglas Aircraft, was a birth coach at Alpha...

Edna Pearl Roddy Orange, 91, of Grove City, passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023, at the Grove Manor Healthcare Center in Grove City. Born December 5, 1932, in Grove City, Edna was the daughter of the late John and Esther (Yard) Roddy. Edna graduated from Grove City High School. On June 22, 2001 Edna married Michael Orange who preceded her in death. Edna enjoyed gardening, spending time with her grandchildren and counted cross stitch and was an active member of the Tower...

Albert E. Woodley, 71, of Grove City, passed away on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at the Autum Grove Healthcare Center in Harrisville. Born June 22, 1952, in Erie, Albert was the son of the late John B. and Virginia Fry Woodley. Albert graduated from Harmony High School and continued his education to become a certified electrician. On January 29, 1972, Albert married Susan Bott who survives. Albert worked for Slippery Rock Material and H & H Materials Inc where he retired from as their...

Robert E Harless, 75, of Georgetown Road Harrisville PA, passed away Sunday December 3rd at AHN Wexford hospital. He was born in Darke County Ohio on February 18 1948. The son of the late Leroy E Harless and the late Winifred B (Funk) Harless. A proud member of The United States Marine Corps enlisting at the age of 17 in March of 1966. He was a helicopter crew chief who saw active duty in Vietnam re enlisting in 1969 with an honorable discharge due to injury in 1971. He settled in...

Frederick E. Roxberry Jr., 72, of Slippery Rock, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023, at the Butler Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. Born April, 21, 1951 in Grove City, Fred was the son of the late Frederick and Margery Roxberry. Fred was a graduate of Moniteau High School.  After high school Fred served in the Army, he then worked as a truck driver, working locally driving dump truck. On March 19, 2001 Fred married Lorri Buck who survives. Fred enjoyed watching...

Virginia A. (Bonetti) Hockenberry, 92, of Harrisville, passed away November 7, 2023 at her home. Virginia was born December 11, 1930 in Boyers, she was the daughter of the late Vincent J. and Carmela (Minnie) Bonetti. Virginia was married to Carl E. Hockenberry Jr., he preceded her in death. Virginia worked at the former Bonetti Nursing Home in Harrisville as a nurse’s aide.   She enjoyed playing bingo, cards and going camping.  Virginia was an excellent cook and looked...

Fred Travis, 76 of Trinity Living Center, passed away October 25, 2023. Fred was born January 8, 1947 in Barkeyville.  He was the son of the late Ted and Annie Travis. Fred was married to the late Diana Hanford for 40 plus years prior to her passing in 2017. Fred received his education from Victory Joint School.  He was self employed as a local house painter.  Fred could often be found at the Main Street Diner in Grove City having coffee with his friends.  He was also...

Ronald R. Thiry, 70, of Harrisville passed away on October 8, 2023 at the Sugar Creek Rest Nursing Home. Born April 5, 1953, in Kittanning, Ron was the son of the late Robert and Anna Marie Thiry. Ron graduated from Reynolds High School; he worked as an over the road truck driver. On January 12, 1974 Ron married Marjorie Bovard who preceded him in death in 2018. Ron enjoyed traveling with his wife, camping, hunting and spending time with his grandchildren. Loved ones left to cherish his...