All Obituaries

Dennis M. Nigra, 1952-2024, known for his exuberant spirit, quick wit, and boundless generosity, passed away unexpectedly on April 12, 2024, during a routine visit to West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. His partner of 28 years, Christopher James Day, was by his side, offering comfort during his final moments. Dennis was born in Hyde Park, Pennsylvania, on October 16, 1952, to parents Albert Nigra and Elizabeth Cline. A 1970 graduate of Kiski Area High School, he pursued...

Joyce A. (Raney) Kotvas, 85, of West Leechburg, PA, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024, at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh. A daughter of the late Raymond A. Raney and Edith V. (Nichols) Raney, she was born September 24, 1938, in Leechburg. Joyce had been employed by the State of Pennsylvania as a manager with U.E.C.  She was a member of the First United Methodist church in Leechburg.  Joyce enjoyed bowling, bingo and reading. Survivors include her son, George D....

James R. Carney, 80, of Washington Township, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at Quality Life Services-Apollo. A son of the late William James Carney and Sara Alberta (Watt) Carney, he was born April 21, 1943, in Edmon, PA. James was a 1961 graduate of Vandergrift High School.  He worked for Allegheny Ludlum in West Leechburg for 34 years, retiring as the foreman of the instrument repair shop.  He was of the protestant faith.  James was an automobile enthusiast who...

Helen Marie (Cochran) Catlos, 94, formerly of Gilpin Township, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at Rosebrook Assisted Living in Sarver. She was born June 5, 1929, to the late Homer and Helen (Maus) Cochran.  Marie was the wife of nearly 50 years to Milan Catlos, who passed away in 2002.  She was also preceded in death by a brother, Thomas Cochran. Marie was a member of Forks Zion Lutheran Church since 1954, serving on the council and taught Sunday school for 10...

Jana L. (DeWitt) Riggle, 84, of Gilpin Township, passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at UPMC-St. Margaret Hospital in Pittsburgh. She was born December 1, 1939, in Leechburg, to the late Nelson and Helen (Altman) DeWitt. Jana was a 1957 graduate of Leechburg High School.  She was a member of the Forks Zion Lutheran Church and former member of the Order of the Eastern Star and former member of the Gilpin Township Ladies’ Auxiliary. Jana is survived by her beloved husband of...

Marjorie Jeanne (Yetter) Sober, 90, of Leechburg, passed away on Friday, March 29, 2024, at Concordia at Rebecca Residence in Allison Park. A daughter of the late Clarence E. Yetter and Clara E. (Artman) Yetter, she was born February 3, 1934 in Leechburg, PA. Marjorie was a homemaker who loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and new great-grandson.  She was a member of Hebron Evangelical Lutheran Church in Leechburg.  Marjorie enjoyed quilting blankets...

Bonnie L. (Couch) Zinn, 72, of Leechburg, passed away on Friday, March 15, 2024, in her residence. A daughter of the late Trafford Noble Couch and Marian Eleanor (Race) Couch, she was born February 4, 1952 in Kittanning, PA. Bonnie had been employed as a cashier by Giant Eagle in Allegheny Township before retiring in 2019.  She had previously worked as an associate at Lee’s Lanes Bowling Alley for over 20 years.  Bonnie was a member of Kiski Unity Free Methodist in...

Edward Shaw, 74, of Leechburg, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024, at the Veteran’s Hospital in Pittsburgh. A son of the late James Shaw and Henrietta (Arrison) Shaw, he was born June 30, 1949, in Brownsville, PA. Edward was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Vietnam War.  He had been employed as a general laborer by a construction labor union in Pittsburgh before retirement.  He was of the Catholic faith.  Edward enjoyed watching wrestling, riding motorcycles, and playing...

Jeremy Michael Williams, 28, of Gilpin Township, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024, in his residence. A son of Thomas M. Williams and Toni M. (Berta) Williams, he was born August 24, 1995 in Natrona Heights, PA. Jeremy had been employed as a utility line locator by USIC Locating Services of Carlisle.  He was Presbyterian by faith.  Jeremy was a car enthusiast who loved attending car shows, and being with his friends. Survivors include his parents of Gilpin Township; a...

Victor S. Costanza passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 7, 2024.  Victor was born on April 24, 1939, and raised in Arnold, PA, and was a resident of the Alle-Kiski Valley for all of his life.  He attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania and majored in music.  He began his teaching career at Worthington High School and then became a well-loved elementary instrumental music teacher in the Kiski Area School District until his retirement. Victor was an accomplished bass...