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John Dick


John R. Dick, 88, of Grant, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, September 5, 2024, following a brief illness.He was born on January 6, 1936 in Benezette, a son of the late Seibert and Martha Harrison Dick.On July 12, 1958, he married the late Joyce Foster, who preceded him in death on September 27, 2002. On August 9, 2010, he married Donnell Sidelinger Overturf, who survives.John retired from Burke Brothers after more than 40 years of service. Having lived his whole life in...

John R. Dick, 88, of Grant, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, September 5, 2024, following a brief illness.He was born on January 6, 1936 in Benezette, a son of the late Seibert...

Darlene Nortum


Darlene M. Nortum, 58, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center following a brief illness.She was born on January 30, 1966, a daughter of the late William and Shirley Laird Evans.Darlene was a 1985 graduate of St. Marys Area High School and was a member of Abundant Life Church. Darlene enjoyed a long career with the Housing Authority and then with the City of St. Marys, enjoying the many friendships she made along the way. Darlene was a social...

Darlene M. Nortum, 58, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center following a brief illness.She was born on January 30, 1966, a daughter of the late William...

Linda Schwabenbauer


Linda L. Schwabenbauer, 69, of St. Marys, passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at Penn Highlands Dubois following a brief illness.She was born on June 6, 1955 in St. Marys, a daughter of the late Earl and Clara Ferris VanAlstine.On July 25, 1981, she married the late George Schwabenbauer, who preceded her in death on October 25, 2019. Together they shared more than 38 years of marriage.Linda was a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, class of 1973 and worked for more than 38...

Linda L. Schwabenbauer, 69, of St. Marys, passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at Penn Highlands Dubois following a brief illness.She was born on June 6, 1955 in St. Marys, a daughter of the...

Alice Beimel


Alice B. Beimel, 94, of 215 Benedict Street, St. Marys, died Monday, August 5, 2024 at Pinecrest Manor.She was born on May 25, 1930, in St. Marys, the daughter of Andrew and Caroline (Hoffman) Mosemiller.On July 1, 1950, she married the late Richard J. Beimel, who passed away in 2007. They shared 57 years together, and she remained devoted to him through his many years that he spent at the nursing home, faithfully visiting him twice a day.She is survived by six children; Raymond Beimel of...

Alice B. Beimel, 94, of 215 Benedict Street, St. Marys, died Monday, August 5, 2024 at Pinecrest Manor.She was born on May 25, 1930, in St. Marys, the daughter of Andrew and Caroline (Hoffman)...

Dorothy Wehler


Dorothy J. Wehler, 96, a resident of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of 1011 S. Michael Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 3, 2024.She was born on April 18, 1928 in St. Marys, PA, a daughter of the late James and Jeannette Donachy McAllister.On June 16, 1945, she married Ivan A. Wehler, who survives. Together they have shared a lifetime of love, having recently celebrated their 79th wedding anniversary.Dorothy was a lifelong resident of the area and was a member...

Dorothy J. Wehler, 96, a resident of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of 1011 S. Michael Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 3, 2024.She was born on April 18, 1928 in St....

Janet Hasselman


Janet L. Hasselman, 88, of Ford Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 28, 2024 at Penn Highlands Elk.She was born on May 4, 1936 in Emporium, a daughter of the late Hilmer and Helen Bergstrom.On May 27, 1961 she married Daniel Hasselman, who survives. Together, they were blessed with more than 62 years of marriage.Jan was a lifelong resident of the area and member of Queen of the World Church, where she enjoyed volunteering in the...

Janet L. Hasselman, 88, of Ford Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 28, 2024 at Penn Highlands Elk.She was born on May 4, 1936 in Emporium, a daughter of the...

Theresa Vizza


Theresa M. Vizza, 91, a resident of Elk Towers, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, July 4, 2024.Theresa was born to Anthony and Elena "Lena" Agliardo Miglicio on August 3rd, 1932. She was one of five children.Theresa is survived by one daughter; Mary (Gary) Howard of Wilcox, her grandson; Brandon (Megahn) Howard of Pittsburgh, her great grandson; Leland Howard, and by her stepson; Michael (Carol) Vizza of Reynoldsville.Throughout most of her childhood and adult...

Theresa M. Vizza, 91, a resident of Elk Towers, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, July 4, 2024.Theresa was born to Anthony and Elena "Lena" Agliardo Miglicio on August...

Clement Nagley


Clement J. Nagley, 90, of West Creek Road, St. Marys, passed away at his home on Wednesday, July 3, 2024.He was born on February 15, 1934 in St. Marys, PA, a son of the late Clement and Marie Reed Nagley.On September 1, 1963, he married Beverly Schaefer Nagley, who survives. Together they shared more than 60 years of love, laughter, and marriage.Clem was a member of the St. Marys Church and owned and operated many businesses throughout his life. His garage on S. Michael was the...

Clement J. Nagley, 90, of West Creek Road, St. Marys, passed away at his home on Wednesday, July 3, 2024.He was born on February 15, 1934 in St. Marys, PA, a son of the late Clement and Marie...

John Bauer


John B. "Bruce" Bauer, 89, of Rightmeyer Street, St. Marys, passed away on Monday evening, July 1, 2024, at Penn Highlands DuBois.He was born on August 7, 1934 in St. Marys, PA, a son of the late Richard and Marie Vollmer Bauer.On November 1, 1969, in Emporium, he married Roselyn Bauer, who preceded him in death on December 20, 2007. Together they shared more than 38 years of marriage.Bruce was a lifelong resident of the area and was a graduate of Central High School. He was...

John B. "Bruce" Bauer, 89, of Rightmeyer Street, St. Marys, passed away on Monday evening, July 1, 2024, at Penn Highlands DuBois.He was born on August 7, 1934 in St. Marys, PA, a son...

James VanAlstine


James E. "Big Jim" VanAlstine, 92, passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at Pinecrest Manor.He was born on September 12, 1931 in St. Marys, PA, a son of the late Earl and Pearl Rice VanAlstine.On June 14, 1952, in Portville, NY, he married the late Inez Hoak VanAlstine, who preceded him in death in 1995. Together they shared more than 43 years of marriage.Jim was Methodist by faith and retired from Pure Carbon after more than 40 years of dedicated service. He was a 50 year...

James E. "Big Jim" VanAlstine, 92, passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at Pinecrest Manor.He was born on September 12, 1931 in St. Marys, PA, a son of the late Earl and Pearl Rice...

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What happens to a loved one at a funeral home? ›

Once a funeral home has picked up the body and brought it to their facility, they will then clean and dress and/or shroud the body. Afterward, the body will be placed in refrigeration to keep it cool until the day of burial, at which point the body will be transported to the burial site.

What is the oldest funeral home in PA? ›

"The original Kirk & Nice funeral home opened in Philadelphia over 250 years ago, and is America's oldest funeral home. Relocating to the grounds of George Washington Memorial Park in 1999, Kirk & Nice Inc. continues providing quality service to Philadelphia and surrounding region."

How long can a body stay in the morgue before cremation? ›

Delay To Receive Body

The effects of a death on public health usually take several days to manifest. In the absence of embalming within 24 hours, it is not advised to embalm the body immediately. A morgue can preserve a body for one week at most.

How long does a body stay at a funeral home? ›

What's the Average Time a Funeral Home Holds a Body? Between the time of death and the funeral service, most bodies remain in a funeral home between 3 and 7 days. However, there are a lot of tasks that need to be completed in this time frame, so it's easy for the service to get delayed by extenuating circumstances.

How much does a funeral cost in Pennsylvania? ›

Funeral costs by state
StateMedian burial costMedian cremation cost
Pennsylvania$8,093$7,463
Rhode Island$7,881$7,069
South Carolina$7,800$7,070
South Dakota$8,500$7,560
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Who owns most of the funeral homes? ›

Most funeral homes are privately owned, and increasingly, more funeral homes are owned by large corporations. Service Corporation International, the largest death-care corporation in the country, owns and operates more than 1,400 locations in North America and brought in more than $4 billion in revenue in 2023.

What did funeral homes used to be called? ›

The term funeral parlor (or parlour) was often used in the name of funeral businesses, as it was already associated with end-of-life events. The first funeral parlor or funeral home, Kirk & Nice Funeral Home, actually opened in Philadelphia, Penn., in 1777, and is still in operation today.

What happens to the deceased in a funeral home? ›

Once the embalming process has taken place, what happens when a body goes to the funeral directors after that is that the deceased person is transferred to a crematory, if they have chosen to be cremated, or possibly to a third party provider if burial has been opted for.

Who takes the body away when someone dies at home? ›

The police will arrange for the body to be moved by a funeral director acting for the coroner if the death is unexpected. If a doctor has confirmed an expected death you may call a funeral director of your own choice when you are ready to do so.

What exactly does a funeral home do? ›

A funeral home, funeral parlor or mortuary, is a business that provides burial and funeral services for the dead and their families. These services may include a prepared wake and funeral, and the provision of a chapel for the funeral.

What to expect in a funeral home? ›

When you come through the front door, you will be greeted warmly by a staff member. Names will be exchanged, and hands shaken in cordiality. Some words of comfort will be offered. Once informed of the reason for your visit, you will be directed to the funeral director's office or arrangement office.

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