Shawn Michael “Mikey” Pynos, 39 of Boswell died April 29, 2024 doing what he loved, riding his motorcycle. Born November 24, 1984 in Somerset, son of Debbie (Pynos) Benedict, step father Todd Benedict, and father Leo Deluca. Also survived by grandmother Betty (Wiencek) Pynos; brothers Ray Rose, and Brett Benedict (girlfriend Morgan Leigh); fiancée Erin Maher, and children Kayden and Mason; nephew Weston Rose; and aunt Chrissy Stonerook. He attended North Star High School,...

Betty D. “Betsy” Mull, 79, Hooversville, died April 29, 2024 at The Patriot. Born January 1, 1945 in Somerset, daughter of the late John Snyder and Betty (Robinson) Robel. Survived by her husband John, Jr. and son Shawn. She was a 1962 graduate of Forbes High School. Member of the former Trinity Lutheran Church, Hooversville. She enjoyed trips to The Meadows, Bingo, beach vacations, and taking care of her son. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at...

Virginia Ann Meslovich, began her life in Marguerite, PA, on October 27, 1938. Sadly, this journey ended on Sunday, April 28, at the age of 85, at Meadowview Nursing Center in Berlin. Virginia was the daughter of Andrew and Anna (Kopcho) Meslovich. Virginia was the third child out of seven in the Meslovich family. Preceded in death by her parents, brothers: Andrew, Joseph, and John Meslovich, and sister Susanna Miller. Survived by sisters: Margaret (Tony) Taliaferro and Evelyn Mognet; niece...

Duane C. Walker, 88, Somerset (Lincoln Twp.), died April 20, 2024 under hospice care. Born May 13, 1935 in Shanksville, son of Willard W. and Ethel E. (Clites) Walker. Preceded in death by parents, wife the former Janet Hummel, son Price, and brothers Dale and DeVon Walker. Survived by sons: Wade (Marcia) and Emery (Theresa) Walker; daughter-in-law Joyce Walker; grandchildren: Clay (Michele) and Drew (Morgan) Walker, Celeste (Joshua) Decker, Spencer ( Lindsay) Walker, Monica (Gary) Bond,...

Renny J. Reed, 68, Shanksville, died April 19, 2024 at home. Born July 8, 1955 in Johnstown, son of the late Robert Richard and Millie Mae (Haymaker) Reed. Survived by his wife, the former Barbara Glessner; daughter Kaylin married to Justin Trent; and grandchildren Hayley and Chevy Trent. He was a graduate of Conemaugh Twp. High School and was a Vietnam War Army Veteran. Member of Robert P. Hite Post 257 American Legion and the Somerset County Honor Guard. No viewing or service at...

Philson Dorn Hinebaugh III, 24, of Johnstown, formerly of Friedens, went home to be with the Lord April 17, 2024. Born Dec. 30, 1999 in Somerset, son of Philson Jr. and Gina (Samler) Hinebaugh, of Johnstown. Survived by brothers Tristan Newcomb and Preston Hinebaugh; girlfriend Brooklyn Kujawa; many grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He was a 2018 graduate of Somerset High School and Somerset Area Technology Center. Phil was employed by CriLon Corp., Somerset, and was a Frac...

Betty Christine Flick, 74, of Somerset, died April 13, 2024 at UPMC Somerset. Born June 5, 1949 in Somerset, daughter of LaVern “Jim” Firestone and Audrey (Bauman) Firestone-Hawkins. Preceded in death by parents, husband Fred, and sisters: Suzanne Jones, Melody Reese, and Amanda Hawkins. Survived by brothers and sisters: Gregory (Barbara) Firestone, Sally (Robert) Snyder, Mark (Belinda) Firestone, and Samantha (Randy) Keller; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was a graduate of...

LaVerne Mowry, 96, Stoystown, died April 3, 2024 at Somerset Healthcare and Rehabilitation. Born Sept. 25, 1927 in Drew, MS, daughter of Eunice and Eloise Rickels. Preceded in death by parents, husband Calvin Mowry, and daughter Carol Mowry. Survived by son Cal Jr.; granddaughters: Lynne Iverson and Nikki (Bobby) Smith; and great grandchildren: Kira, Taylin, and Isabella Smith, and Alex, Ashley, Alyssa, and Aubree Kostyk. She was a former garment worker. Member of First Christian Church,...

Margie “Gram” Hittie, 80, Berlin, died March 31, 2024 at The Patriot. Born December 3, 1943 in Confluence, daughter of Edgar and Dolly (Zimmerman) Holliday. Preceded in death by parents, husband Blaine Hittie, Sr., brother Paul Holliday, infant brother Miles Holliday, and sisters Hilda Ream and Waneda Meager. Survived by children: Blaine Hittie, Jr. and Marcie (Mike) Simmons; step daughter Deby Hittie; grandchildren: Amy (Lee) Sheets, Catelyn Will, Allison Hittie, Jacob Hittie,...

George Dewey Stull Jr., 81, of Shanksville, died March 31, 2024 in Stonycreek Twp. Born August 25, 1942 in Stonycreek Twp., son of George Dewey Sr. and Clara (Brick) Stull. Preceded in death by parents and sisters: Margaret Colflesh and Betty Custer. Survived by sisters: Patricia Shaffer and Virginia Koontz; brother-in-law Clyde Custer; and several nieces and nephews. He was a 1961 graduate of Shanksville-Stonycreek High School and a Vietnam War Army Veteran. Retired from Shanksville Auto...