Obituaries - Andrew D. Ferguson Funeral Home & Crematories, Inc. (2024)

Richard Lee “Bones” Flynn, age 61, of Uniontown, PA, passed away Friday, July 19, 2024 in Uniontown Hospital. He was born December 27, 1962 in Connellsville, PA of the late Marshall W. Flynn, Sr. and Betty Jane Strothers Flynn. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Ronald “Milo” Flynn, Danny Flynn and Marshal W. Flynn, Jr.Richard served in the United States Army. He worked for many years as a painter and he volunteered at the local food bank.Left to cherish Richard’s memory are his girlfriend, Crystal Morgan of Uniontown; son, Richard L. Flynn, Jr. of Pittsburgh; brothers, David Flynn (Maribel) of Japan, James Flynn (Crystal) of Uniontown, Robert Flynn (Debbie) of Connellsville, Timothy Flynn of Scottdale and PeeWee Williams of Morgantown, WV; sisters, Patricia Schaum of New Martinsville, WV, Daisy Huffine (Ron) of Leisenring and Hazel “June” Herznell (John) of Connellsville and grandson, Danny Morgan, Jr.Arrangements have been entrusted to ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 80 Morgantown Street, Uniontown, PA where family and friends will be received on Monday, July 29^th from 4 until 6 p.m. followed by a service celebrating Richard’s life at 6:00 p.m. with Rev. Dr. Mac Reed officiating. Interment will be private.Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page.

Michael A. Greer, age 57, of Uniontown, PA, passed away Monday, July 22, 2024 at his home. He was born January 29, 1967 in Prestonsburg, KY son of Iva Carroll Greer and the late Claude E. Greer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his infant son, Michael A. Greer, Jr.; brothers, Gary Greer, Chester Greer and Lee E. Greer and sisters, Kathy Ann Greer and Linda Sue Greer and Kenney Baker.Michael was a singer/song writer and a journalist. He previously worked for Denny’s and Eat n Park.Left to cherish Michael’s memory are his loving sweetheart, Connie Dressel and her children, Kevin Baker, Felicia Baker and Melanie Baker and sisters, Judith Greer Edward (Paul) of KY and Debbie Starka.Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA where family and friends will be received on Monday, July 29^th from 2 until 4 p.m. and 6 until 8 p.m. Visitation will continue in the funeral home on Tuesday from 10 until 11 a.m. followed by a service celebrating Michael’s life at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Dale Reddick officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery.Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page.

Vincent M. Masi, Sr., age 77, of Uniontown, PA, passed away unexpectantly Wednesday, July 24, 2024 in Uniontown Hospital. He was born January 14, 1947 in Uniontown, PA son of the late Dominick Masi, Sr. and Irene Fiorentini Masi. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Dominick “Neener” Masi, Jr. and Frank Masi, Sr.Vince was a 1965 graduate of Uniontown High School. He served in the United States Army during Vietnam. Vince worked as the service manager for Garry’s Auto Sales and Service for ten years and before that National Ford for many years. He was a member of St. Therese de Lisieux Roman Catholic Church. He was a member of AMVETS Post #103 of Hopwood. Vince was the president of the Aviglianese Society. He loved traveling to Florida and across the country in his motor home. Vince’s passion was racing but his greatest joy was spending time with his family.Left to cherish Vince’s memory are his loving wife, Cindy Bobak Masi; daughter Kim Masi Brown (Bob) of Uniontown; son Vincent Masi, Jr. (Kim) of Uniontown; brother, Anthony Masi (Linda) of Uniontown; sister, Darlene Rebar (Frank) of Uniontown; sister-in-law, Velma Masi; five grandchildren; three great grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins.Vince was the most hardworking, respected, loving, devoted and caring husband with the biggest heart.Arrangements have been entrusted to ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA. Family and friends will be received on Sunday, July 28^th from 2 until 8 p.m. Visitation will continue in the funeral home on Monday from 9 until 10 a.m. followed by a Blessing Service celebrating Vincent’s life at 10:00 a.m. with Father Tony Klimko officiating. Entombment will follow in Lafayette Memorial Park.Donations in memory of Vince can be made to Fayette Friends of Animals, PO Box 1282, Uniontown, PA 14301.Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page.

Paulette W. Chandnois, of Bourbonnais, Illinois, born April 8, 1940 daughter of the late Wiley Paul and Eva Gray Springle Howard, in Beaufort, North Carolina, went home to be with the Lord July 9, 2024.Paulette married Lynn Chandnois in 1993 and moved from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Flint, Michigan, where she was a licensed real estate agent. Lynn preceded her in death as did her younger, infant son, Glenn Michael Turrill.Left to cherish Paulette’s memory is her son, Rev. Dr. Robert Turrill, and his wife, Jane.Arrangements were entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA. A burial service will be held July 24, 2024 at Forest Lawn Gardens in Peters Township.Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com.

Lois E. Jones Rhodes, age 94, of Uniontown, PA, passed away Friday, July 19, 2024 in her home with her loving family by her side. She was born January 18, 1930, the daughter of Gordon Thomas Jones and Leo “Lea” Blair Herrington Jones. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph E. Rhodes in 2014; William D. Jones (WW II – MIA), Gordon T. Jones (Marines), Harold H. Jones (Navy) and Blair R. Jones (Army) and sister, Leo Belle Jones Balin Williams (serviced in U.S. Government during WW II); also, son-in-law, Gary Talbott, Sr.Lois graduated from Uniontown High School with the class of 1948 and attended Uniontown School of Nursing. She was a dedicated home maker for many years and then worked for the Uniontown Hospital Surgical Department. Lois was a member of Great Bethel Baptist Church.Family was everything to Lois. She was so proud of her siblings for servicing our country during WW II. She would take her grandsons, Gary, Jr. and Ralph BMX racing throughout the eastern U.S. and Canada. Lois taught her daughter, Linda how to change sprockets on the bike.She enjoyed taking vacations with family and later taking grandsons to Myrtle Beach, Disney World, Jackson Hole, Death Valley, Grand Canyon and so many other places. In the winter she would take her grandsons and friends skiing.Lois will be remembered as warm, loving, and always up for bit of fun. She also loved and rescued many cats. Friends and family will miss her sense of humor and her voice on the other end of the phone singing “Happy Birthday” on their special day. Her daughters will forever remember her for all the unconditional love.Left to cherish Lois’s memory are her loving daughters, Donna Rhodes and Linda Talbott both of Uniontown; grandsons, Gary J. Talbott, Jr., Ralph E Talbott; great grandchildren, Brennan Hartford, Ryder Talbott and Gunar Talbott; brother, Alan Q. Jones of Huntersville, NC; many loving nieces and nephews; and her cat Milkshake. Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA, where the family will receive friends on Monday from 3 until 7 PM. Viewing will continue in the funeral home on Tuesday, July23, 2024 from 10 until 11 AM when a service celebrating Lois’s life will be held at 11 AM with Pastor Patrick Ewing officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Lawn Cemetery.Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page. The family would like to thank Marla Miller, Barbara Kotlaba, and the late Sally Clark Moore for their special friendship and Robyn and Torre from Amedysis Hospice for their loving care.

Karen Marie Maust, formerly of Uniontown, now of Conemaugh, went home to be with her precious Savior on July 10, 2024. Her husband dear Roland of 50 years was by her side.Eldest daughter of Arthur and Jennie Lee Essig of Massillon, Ohio, she was a 1972 Jackson High School graduate, and attended Grace College in Winona Lake, Indiana. A lifelong scholar, she served as librarian at both graduate and public levels.She loved sharing God’s Word. A masterful teacher, she skillfully led many women into a deeper understanding of the Bible. Whether in small groups or in settings of over 100 ladies, she had a rare ability to open up the Word of God.Another passion was ministering side-by-side with her husband. Whether teaching pastors’ wives in the Central African Republic, helping restart a church on the Aleutian Island of Akutan, or else recording camper salvation decisions in her “Lamb’s Book of Life” register, she was fervently committed to serving the Lord. The Mausts were in the process of relocating to radio station KCAM in Glennallen, Alaska, as radio missionaries when God called her home.Finally, she was a passionate wife and mother. Under her care, her three sons grew into pillars of their communities, serving as director of paramedic care (Russell), an Arctic Barnabas pilot (Jason), and a chef (Brian). And she faithfully stood by her husband from his days as a security guard to becoming a longtime pastor and an award-winning radio broadcaster involved in international ministry.She’s survived by her husband Roland of Conemaugh and three sons: Russell (Chrissy) of Kelley’s Island, Ohio; Jason (Anita) of Kenai, Alaska; and Brian (Charlotte) of Kelley’s Island. Her grandchildren include Kaitlyn Maust, Caleb Maust, Christopher Maust, and Jacey Tong. And grandson Corban Maust (Karissa) expects great-granddaughter Eden Rose Maust’s imminent arrival.Also surviving her are siblings Karlene Bowen, Jay Essig, Lori Devin, Kevin Essig, Wendy Andriotis, and Aaron Essig, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.Two memorial services will be held, the 1^stat the Conemaugh Grace Brethren Church, corner of Oak and 2^ndStreet, Conemaugh, Pennsylvania, on Sunday, July 21 at 4:00 PM.Then a joint homegoing / 50^thanniversary celebration will be at the Canton Grace Brethren Church, 6283 Market Avenue, North Canton, Ohio, on Thursday, August 15 at 4:00 PM.Instead of flowers, the family requests all memorial gifts be made to Joy Media Ministry, P. O. Box 249, Glennallen, Alaska, 99588, or electronically to[emailprotected]Please clearly mark all memorial gifts “Maust fund.”Arrangements are being handled by the Andrew D. Ferguson Funeral Home and Crematories, Inc. of Uniontown, PA.

Louise Hercik, Age 100, passed away peacefullyon July 12, 2024 with her loving family at her side.She was born November 6, 1923 in Scenery Hill, PA, the daughter of Peter and Rose Ulanosky.She was a long-time resident of Uniontown where she resided with her spouse, Aloysius Hercik until his passing in 2014. She remained in Uniontown with her family.Louise was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and active with St Joseph Christian Mothers AssociationLouise had many jobs in her lifetime, including loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was a cook for many years at Century Inn, Ruse’s Roost and most recently the Sun Porch.She loved Boston terriers and was actively breeding them for many years with her husband Al.She loved to travel and visited England, France, Italy, Canada, the Bahamas, Hawaii and many US statesShe is the last surviving member of her immediate family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her 3 brothers, John, Mike,and Alex and 2 sisters, Virgie Provins and Nellie WoleslagleShe is survived by her sons, Thomas Hercik of Uniontown, Terry Hercik of Pittsburgh, and daughters, Darla Rocco and husband Ed of Pittsburgh, Marlene Jane Evans of Indian Rocks Beach, FL, and Lorie Hercik of Hopwood, 7 grandchildren: Nicholas Rocco of AnnArbor Michigan, Matthew Rocco (Katherine) of Pittsburgh, Michele Rocco (Matt Skeen )of Warren OH, Kathryn Evans (Andres Hasfura) of Oakland CA, Emily Evans (Peter Blanco) of New York, NY, Alec Hercik of Hopwood, and Thomas Evans of Indian Rocks Beach, FL., and 4 great granddaughters: Eliana and Lydia Rocco, Evelyn Skeen, and Sylvia Rocco.Friends and family will be received at Andrew D Ferguson Funeral Home, 80 Morgantown St, Uniontown, PAon Tuesday, July 16 at 2-4 PM and 6-8 PMMass of Christian Burial will be at St Joseph Catholic Church, 180 Old Walnut Hill Road, Uniontown.on Wednesday, July 17, 10 A. Interment will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Hopwood, PA.The family would like to encourage friends to share memories or condolences at adferguson.com. Contributions can be sent to St Joseph Christian Mothers Association or charity of your choice.Attendee panel closed

James “Tater” Donald Tait, of Fairchance, Pa. passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024.He was born October 17, 1952 in Uniontown, Pa.Preceding him in death were his parents, George Arthur Tait Sr. and Florence Elaine (Divil) Tait and a brother George Arthur Tait Jr .Surviving are his sisters Nancy (Tait) Campbell and Patty (Tait) Campbell; two daughters Rachel and husband Mark Duda and Jamie and husband Jeff Pikulsky; four grandchildren Tyler Duda, Jessie Rae Duda, Leah Anido and Elora Pikulsky; his beloved dog Heidy; and numerous nieces and nephews.The love of his life was music.He played in multiple bands throughout southwestern Pa.He was known for his skill in playing guitar.The family will greet friends and family in Ferguson – Brownfield Funeral Home & Crematory, 78 Main Street, Smithfield, Pa on Tuesday, July 16 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.Interment will be private.

Barbara J. Liptak Berdar, age 86, of Uniontown, PA, passed away Thursday, July 11, 2024 after a brief illness. She was born October 3, 1937, daughter of the late Joseph A. Liptak and Anna Bobish Liptak. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Berdar, sister, Donna Stashick and brother, Andrew Liptak.Barb was a member of St. Therese de Lisieux Roman Catholic Church where she was a member of the Altar Society and longtime Bell and Choir member. She was an avid crocheter, and donated hundreds of prayer blankets to her church and numerous afghans to various charities. She made well over 700 afghans in her lifetime.Left to cherish Barb’s memory are her loving daughter, Debbie Crago and husband Scott and son, Derek Berdar and wife Paulette. She was a very proud Gram of Ashley (Crago) Elkins and husband, Jonathon, Lisa (Crago) Kelch and husband Jeremy, Tiffany Henry and Richard Lee and a loving Great-Grammy to Ivy Kelch, Korbyn Henry, Abygale Stough and Wyatt Lee. She was also a very special sister-in-law to Maxine Berdar and special aunt to Beth Liptak. In addition, she is survived by sister, Kathy Suhar and husband Joe; brothers, Joseph Liptak and Nick Liptak and wife Janice and many loving nieces and nephews.The family would to like to extend a special thank you to Logan, Miranda and Kim from Amedisys Hospice for taking such great care of our mom. Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA. A Blessing service will be held on Friday, July 19, 2024 in Mount Macrina Mausoleum Chapel at 10 AM.Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page.

Patrick J. Stromick, 90, of Hopwood, passed away peacefully in Lafayette Manor on Tuesday, July 2, 2024.He was born July 12,1933 in McClellantown, PA, a son of the late Metro Stromick and Julia Kovach Stromick.On May 27, 1960, he married Goldie King who passed away on April 22, 2023. Patrick was a 1962 graduate of Waynesburg College and served in the U.S. Army. He had been employed with Prudential Insurance and became self-employed in Real Estate and laundromats for many years. He enjoyed life by having fun with family and friends, and for decades, spending the winter months in Florida and many world-wide fishing trips.Left to cherish Patrick’s memory are his brother, Joe (Karen) Stromick of Jackonsville, FL; sister, Elise Fox of Annapolis, MD; and many nieces and nephews. He was a friend to so many over the years.Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC. 80 Morgantown St Uniontown, PA, where friends and family will be received on Monday, July 8, from 9 to 11. followed by a service celebrating Patrick’s life at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Russ Baird officiating. Interment will be private.Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com or on the funeral home Facebook page.

Carolyn Lee Riggle Porter, age 84, of Hopwood, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2024 in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 20, 1939 in Wheeling, WV daughter of the late Thomas Riggle and Marion Grant Riggle.Carolyn was a 1957 graduate of Tridelphia High School. She was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Carolyn previously worked at Hess’s Department Store and Bon Ton. She also worked as a caregiver. She enjoyed bowling, playing cards and was an avid Pittsburgh Pirate fan. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family.Left to cherish Carolyn’s memory are her loving husband of 65 years, Glenn Porter of Hopwood; son Glenn “Chip” Porter and wife Marla of Butler, PA; daughters, Lori Porter of Hopwood and Susan Bondarenka and husband Charles of Uniontown; sisters, Kay Coulter of Mentor on the Lake, OH and Terri Helt and husband Thomas of Elm Grove, WV; grandchildren, Chaz (Tara) Bondarenka, Casey Bondarenka and Brittany and Jessica Porter; great grandchildren, Cash and Emilia Bondarenka; sister-in-law, Amelia Porter of OH and many, nieces, nephews and cousins.Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA. Services will be private for the family.The family suggests donations may be made to Saint Jude’s Children’s Hospital at stjude.org or Fayette Friends of Animals, P.O. Box 1282, Uniontown, PA 15401 Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at adferguson.com or on the funeral home Facebook page.

Joseph A. “Toby” Mollica, age 91, of Uniontown, passed away Monday, July 1, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 30, 1932 in Lambert, PA son of the late Ernest Mollica and Margaret Rulli Mollica. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Carmella Mollica and son-in-law, Roland Laurita.Joseph was a 1950 graduate of German Township High School. He was a member of St. Therese de Lisieux Roman Catholic Church. Joseph worked as a welder for Fruehauf. He served as a Sargeant in the United States army in the Korean Conflict. Joseph was a lifetime member of Knights of Columbus Lodge #1275, AMVETS Post 103 of Hopwood, Sons of Italy Giuseppe Mazzini. #231 and the VFW Post 47. He enjoyed riding his lawn mower, gardening, golf, bocci and family vacations. Joseph was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan. He enjoyed his wife’s home cooking and his greatest joy was spending time with his family.Left to cherish Joseph’s life are his loving wife of 67 years, Regina E. Raubaugh Mollica of Uniontown; daughter, Regina Laurita (Jeffrey Bane) of Uniontown; son, Joseph V. Mollica (Lisa) of Uniontown; sister, Andriana Bartok of Mentor, OH and; grandchildren, Mario Laurita (Ashley), Gino Mollica (Nathaniel Beers) and Gianna Dascenzo (Corey); future great grandson, Giovanni Laurita; nephews, nieces and many loving friends. Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA where family and friends will be received on Friday, July 5^th from 2 until 5 p.m. and 6 until 8 p.m. Visitation will continue in the funeral home on Saturday from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. followed by prayers of transfer at 9:30 a.m. A Mass of Christian burial celebrating Joseph’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m. at St. Therese de Lisieux Roman Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Mount Saint Macrina Cemetery.In lieu of flowers donations in memory of Joseph can be made to Amedisys Foundation, 3854 American Way, Suite A, Baton Rouge, LA 70816 and the American Cancer SocietyA service will be conducted on Friday at 7 PM by the Sons of Italy Giuseppe Mazeni Lodge#231 of Uniontown.Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page.

Kristine L. Marhefka Speight, age 55, of Fairchance, PA passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Devoted daughter of Frank and Alfreda (Brownfield) Marhefka, she was born February 13, 1969 in Uniontown PA. Preceded in death by her beloved brother, Frank “Butch” Marhefka. Proud mother of Trey Speight and wife Ashlynn of Bethlehem, GA. Loving sister of Leslie Dempsey and husband David of Chicago, IL. Treasured aunt and Godmother to Sophia, Eva and Juliet of Chicago, IL. Dear niece of Patti and Bruce Sterling of Uniontown, PA and John Brownfield of Central Village, CT. Also left to cherish Kristine’s memory are several fond cousins.Kristine was a graduate of Geibel High School and California University of Pennsylvania. She was a member of St. Cyril & Methodius Roman Catholic Church. Kristine devoted her life to a 30-year career as a Speech and Language Pathologist in the Albert Gallatin School District where she touched thousands of lives. She was a member of PSEA and her teaching career brought her tremendous joy. She had recently retired and had so very much to look forward to in the coming years.Kristine was a remarkable caregiver at heart and selflessly put everyone’s needs before her own. She was an incredibly generous and selfless individual who truly left a lasting impact in this world. Her presence, beautiful smile, cheerful demeanor and contagious laugh will be deeply missed by all who loved her.Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown Street, Uniontown PA.In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Kristine’s name to the American Diabetes Association, PO Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116-7023. www.diabetes.orgMemories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com or on the funeral home Facebook page.

Virginia Sangston Higinbotham, age 88, of Uniontown, Pennsylvania passed away June 29, 2024 at Marquis Gardens, Uniontown, PA. She was born August 2, 1935, daughter of the late Glenn and Elsie Deal Sangston. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James E. Higinbotham Sr., and siblings, J. Robert (Bob) Sangston, Alice Marie Darrell and Betty J. Sangston.Virginia was a 1953 graduate of South Union High School. She was a member of The Trinity United Presbyterian Church and the Old Trails Lions Club. During her life, Virginia worked as a legal secretary for Alfred E. Jones Jr., a bookkeeper for McCoy Plumbing & Heating, office manager for her husband’s business, and in later years as a Patient Services Coordinator for Liken Home Medical and DeFelice Care.Left to cherish Virginia’s memory are her children, grandchildren (who knew her as Gram/Virgie) and great grandchildren (who knew her as GiGi): daughter, Elsie M. (Wayne) Workman; son, James E. (Roberta) Higinbotham Jr.; granddaughter, Amanda M. (Andrew) Hostetler; grandson, Wayne E. (Amanda) Workman; granddaughter Alexandra Nuccetelli/Dario Piccolomini; and great grandchildren, Brinley, Cayley, Adaley, Lilly, Mia, Gavin & Lorenzo.Arrangements have been entrusted to the Andrew D. Ferguson Funeral Home, 80 Morgantown Street, Uniontown, PA where the family will receive friends on Tuesday, July 2 from 2 until 8 PM. Visitation will continue in the Trinity United Presbyterian Church from 10 until 11 AM followed by a celebration of Virginia’s life will be held at church, corner Fayette and Morgantown Streets, Uniontown Pennsylvania on July 3, 2024 at 11 AM. Interment will follow in LaFayette Memorial Park, Brier Hill, Pennsylvania.