Scott S. Taylor, 51, of Charleroi, passed away on Saturday May 8, 2021, after a yearlong battle with cancer. Born on April 22, 1970, he was the son of the late John Taylor and Donna (Gray) Taylor, who survives, of Charleroi. He was a member of The Hallelujah Ministry, Charleroi, and had worked as an independent contractor and as a maintenance person for Davenport Hall. Scott is survived by his wife, Jill (Martorella) Taylor; son, Scott Taylor, of Gettysburg; step-children, Jacob and Jordyn...

Dorothy J. Santoro, 88, of Charleroi, passed away on Friday, April 30, 2021. Born on February 12, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Angelo and Yvonne (Balieu) Capella. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother to her loving family. Dorothy is survived by her sons, Ken Santoro and wife Janet, of Washington, Tom Santoro and wife Teresa, of Charleroi, and Terry Santoro and wife Alicia, of Perryopolis; grandchildren, Christina (Erik) Bozarth, Justin (Amanda)...

Ricky D. Kozura, 63, of Charleroi, passed away on April 13, 2021. Born on December 2, 1957, he was the son of the late John and Margaret Kozura. He enjoyed painting portraits and other types of artwork, riding his motorcycle, boating, fishing, archery, and was a member of the NRA. He was most recently employed as a field service technician for Ingersoll-Rand. Ricky is survived by his wife, Joann (Duronio) Kozura; son, Jason (Rachel) Kozura, of White Oak; daughter, Jennifer (Jacob Payne)...

Janice L. Bittel, 74, of Charleroi, passed away on April 10, 2021. Born on August 30, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Anita Wengrenovich. She is retired from Paper Magic card factory in Mt. Carmel, PA. Surviving are 2 sons, Wayne and Ken Klinger; step-daughter, Sarah Terrell; grandchildren, Chantelle, Kenny and Marisa Klinger; great-grandchildren, Jael Ayela and Hunter Klinger; and sister, Melanie Wengrenovich. In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by husband,...

Ronald E. Govenor, 79, of Charleroi, passed away on Wednesday, April 7, 2021. Born on September 11, 1941, he was the son of the late Emil and Phyllis Govenor. He was retired from Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel Allenport as a Foreman. He had a love for boating and was a chartered member of the Speers Boat Club and a member of the Charleroi Fishing Club in Everett, PA. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed visiting his cabin near Somerset, PA. He was also a member of the Charleroi Elks...

Joan M. (Sirianni) Pennline, 99, of Strabane Woods in Washington, formerly of Charleroi, died on April 3, 2021 in 365 Hospice Care. She was born on January 16, 1922 in West Bethlehem, Pa, the daughter of Rachel and Peter Sirianni. Joan graduated from Ellsworth High School in 1939, and married John Pennline in 1944. They moved to Charleroi in 1952, and were married for 68 years until his death in 2013. Joan was a licensed hairdresser; at one point having her own hair salon in her...

Helen Marie 'Chic' Dean Sphar, 74, of Fallowfield Twp., went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 25, 2021, at UPMC Mercy Hospital. She was surrounded by her loved ones at the time of her passing. Born on April 8, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Alma (Byrne) Jericho. She attended Charleroi High School and the Pittsburgh Beauty Academy. She worked briefly as a hairdresser before having children. She was married to the love of her life, David J. Sphar, for 55...

William 'Bill' Briggs, 46, of North Charleroi, passed away on Friday, March 5, 2021, after a lengthy illness. Born on February 27, 1975, he was the son of Nancy Briggs, who survives, of Charleroi. He was a member of the Mon Valley Dartball League, Lousy Bowlers League, was a huge sports fan, and loved music, especially Metallica, Disturbed, and Nightwish. Bill is survived by his wife, Kristina (Adkins) Briggs; brother, Jeff Briggs, of Charleroi; nephew, Carter Briggs; uncle, Ken...

Irene Missiriotis, 82, formerly of Charleroi, passed away on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at the Uniontown Hospital.  She was born on November 12, 1938 in North Charleroi, the daughter of Alexander and Athena Missiriotis.  She graduated from Charleroi High School in the class of 1956 having achieved high honors in shorthand and typing.  After high school she was employed as a secretary for Woodward Law Firm in Charleroi while attending the Art Institute of Pittsburgh to...

Thomas E. Kruppa, 76, of Roscoe, passed away on Monday, March 1, 2021. Born on May 5, 1944, he was the son of the late Coleman and Margaret Kruppa. He was a member of St. Andrew the Apostle Parish and was a graduate of California Area High School and Penn State University. Tom was a retired banker and for the last 15 years was a cherished employee of the Carl J. Spallino Funeral Home. He also loved to travel with his wife and friends and enjoyed all sports, notably playing golf...