All Obituaries

Donna Connors, 56, of Butler passed away August 3, 2020. She was born in Butler on December 4, 1963 to Beatrice (Charles) Burns and the late Donald Connors. Donna was an angel on earth and now she is with God. She was loved and will be greatly missed. Donna was the beloved sister of Linda (Dana) Desmond, Robin Turner, Dorothy Thoma, Polly (Don) Mansfield, and Joanne (Guy) Barto; sister in law of Tomas Soltesz. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins....

Paul Gerard Bush, 59, of Butler passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2020. He was born in Butler on October 22, 1960 to the late Paul and Roselyn (Romett) Bush. Paul graduated from Butler High School in 1979, he then graduated from Robert Morris with a communications degree. He retired from BCCC in 2019 after almost 35 years and continued on as a lifetime member of the Alumni Association. Paul was known for having a great sense of humor and enjoyed guitar, music, and casinos. Above all else he...

Robert “John” Swartzlander Jr, 54, of Butler, passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2020. He was born in Butler on August 16, 1965 to Vivian (Wonderly) King and the late Robert Swartzlander. John was hardworking, enjoyed helping others, fishing, gardening and puzzles.  Above all else he loved spending time with his grandchildren. He was the loving husband of Lou Ann (Criley) Swartzlander for over 30 years; father of Sallieanne (Joe) Skursky; brother of Donald (Hattie Lattanzi)...

James R. Ross Jr., 56, of Butler passed away suddenly in an auto accident on Saturday, July 25th. He was born in Butler on June 1, 1964  to the late James Sr. and Mary (McCorry) Ross.  He enjoyed watching the Steelers, fishing, horseshoes, bowling, shooting pool, singing country songs, but most of all spending time with his family. James was the brother of Raylene (Michael) Sieffert; step father of Paul, Jonathon and Dillon Dillingham; companion of Kathy Wilczynski. He is also...

Mary Belle Weber, 62, of West Sunbury passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2020. She was born in Zelienople, PA in 1958. Mary enjoyed QVC shopping and her beloved cats. Mary was known for being giving, selfless, and hardworking. Above all else she was very family oriented. She was the loving wife of George Weber for over 32 years; mother of Sanya Blinn, Brandy (Cecil) Blinn, Dustin Blinn and Frank Weber. Mary is also survived by 8 Grandchildren and 3 Greatgrandchildren. Friends received...

William Kenneth “Bill” Skelley, 74, of Butler passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2020. He was born in Sewickley, PA on April 26, 1946 to the late Howard and Agnes Skelley. Bill owned and operated Skelley Auto Body of Butler for his entire career. He enjoyed camping, traveling, and anything outdoors. Above all else he loved spending time and joking with his family. He was the beloved husband for over 54 years to Jane (Stiteler) Skelley; father of Jane (Bernie) Geibel, Kelli (Dale)...

George D. McCanch, 78, of Cabot passed away on Friday, July 17, 2020. He was born in Carmichaels, PA on January 10, 1942. George served his country honorably in the US Navy. He enjoyed golfing and auto body work. He was loved and will be greatly missed. George was the loving husband of Beverley McCanch for over 58 years; father of George McCanch Jr., Jeffrey (Marlene) McCanch, Doug McCanch, Todd McCanch, and Christina (Dan) Schroeder. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren and 9 great...

Wendy L. C. Lumley, 54, of Butler passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2020. She was born in Butler on August 6, 1965 to the late Judy Tosi. Wendy worked as a CNA for numerous years. She was known to love God and be extremely family oriented. Wendy was the sister of Amy Lumley and sister in law of Dave Hawryliak. She is also survived by six great nieces and nephews and her beloved cat, Lacy. Friends received on Wednesday July 22nd from 5-7 PM in the SPENCER D. GEIBEL FUNERAL HOME &...

Rose Marie Combs, 64, of Butler passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2020. She was born in Butler on March 5, 1956 to the late Walter and Viola “Vi” Klann. Rose Marie worked at Butler Memorial Hospital for over 27 years. She was a life long member of St. Paul R.C. Church and volunteered at Butler Catholic School for years. Above all else, Rose Marie was known to have sacrificed endlessly for the love of her children. She was loved by all and will be greatly missed. Rose Marie was...

James ”Jim” McCann ,64, of Harrisville went to be with the Lord on July 15, 2020. He was born in Somers Point, NJ to the late James A. and Doris “Penny” McCann. Jim had an Associate’s Degree in Specialized Technology – Avionics Technician, from the Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics. Jim Held a Master of Communications Technology degree from the FC- National Radio Examiners Board. He worked as a Sound &...