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Thomas Jeffrey Graft, son of Nathaniel Graft and Shirley Smith Graft of Hopwood,
passed away peacefully Monday, June 30 2025 with his cherished family by his side.
Tom was born May 3, 1961 in Uniontown, Pennsylvania. He attended Laurel Highlands
and also, California State College. He was employed by S. Grumbacher and Son (Bon Ton) as an assistant manager at Uniontown and at Cranberry (where he met his wife Jackie) and Bridgeport, WV. He was a sales manager for Brown and Williamson, a Department Manager at Target and his last position was a Department Manager at Home Depot in Uniontown.
Tom loved playing soccer at South Union with Tom and Leah Walls and friends.
He and Jackie traveled around on his Harley and had amazing fun with Scotty, Wendy,
Jeff and Lisa with the highlight being The Sturgis Rally and Myrtle Beach Bike Week.
Tom set up TJ Jewelry Designs and handcrafted rings, earrings and bracelets for his family
and customers.
Preceding him in death are his parents, Pete and Shirley Graft, his mother-in-law Mary
Porter, his brother Nathaniel Graft III, his uncles, William Smith and Robert Smith, his aunts, Barbara Peterson, Jayne Graft and Bernice Richey and his sister-in-law, Julie Porter Vance.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Jacqueline Porter Graft of Hopwood. Lauren Courser (Ryan) of Connellsville, Ina Graft of Hopwood, sister-in-law Susan Love (Dave) of Farmville, VA, brothers-in-law David Porter of Knox, PA, Rob Porter of Farmville, VA.
grandsons, Rowan Daniel and Cohen Thomas Courser, nephew, Jackson Null (Amanda) Katie Vance (Clif and baby David) of Tallahassee FL, Will Porter and Brooke Porter of Clarion, PA, brother, Will Graft of Greensburg and uncle Dave Richey and his family of Pittsburgh, and his good friend Susie.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA. A Celebration of Tom’s life of kindness and giving will be announced at a later date.
Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page.
Jerome D. Lowery, age 82, of Uniontown, PA, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2025 in Uniontown Hospital with his loving family at his side. He was born August 21, 1942 in Republic, PA son of the late Albert Lowery and Angela Molek Lowery. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Alan Lowery.
Jerome was a 1960 graduate of Uniontown High School. He was a member of St. Therese de Lisieux Roman Catholic Church and he served in the United States Army Reserves. Jerome was a Superintendent at Hillman Barge in Brownsville. He was a member of Fairchance Gun Club and Hutchinson Sportsman’s Club. Jerome enjoyed shooting and race cars.
Left to cherish Jerome’s memory are his loving wife, Mary Beth Dague Lowery of Uniontown; son, Tony Lowery (Jodi) of Uniontown; daughters Renee McLay (Rich) and Darlene Agostini (Weeger) all of Uniontown; nine grandchildren, Louis, Christina, Vincent and Nicholas Agostini, Alec, Evan and Caleigh McLay and Anthony Lowery and Allison Schomer; great granddaughter, Esther Rhea and many nieces and nephews.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA where family and friends will be received on Sunday, July 6th from 2 until 4 p.m. and 6 until 8 p.m. and on Monday from 10 until 11 a.m. followed by a service celebrating Jerome’s life at 11:00 AM with Rev. Anthony Lowery officiating. Interment will follow at Mount Saint Macrina Cemetery.
Military rites will be accorded by AMVETS Post 103.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page.
Paddy “Sis” Reagan Widawski, age 79, of Uniontown, passed away Friday, June 27, 2025. She was born October 30, 1945 in Pittsburgh, PA, the daughter of the late Allen Reagan Sr., and Velma Keener Reagan. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her two brothers, Allen Reagan, Jr., and James Reagan.
Paddy was a 1963 graduate of Uniontown Joint Sr. High School. She worked as a Computer Programmer for AT&T for 30 plus years, before she retired in 1990.
Left to cherish Paddy’s memory are her two sisters, Debbie Reagan, Sandy Fields and husband Paul; Brother, Robert Reagan; Many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown Street, Uniontown, PA. In accordance with Paddy’s wishes there will be no public viewing.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com or on the funeral home Facebook page.
William S. Collins, Jr., age 66, of Uniontown, passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2025. He was born June 6, 1959 in Uniontown, PA son of the late William S. Collins, Sr. and Dolores Ann McDade Collins Horne. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Judy Lewis.
William was a 1977 graduate of Laurel Highlands High School. He worked as a bookkeeper.
Left to cherish William’s memory are his son Matthew Vernon of Sedalia MO; sister, Denise Horwath and husband James of Uniontown; half-brother, James Stewart of Florida; nephew’s, Kenny Ashton, Alex Ashton and Chance Lewis and nieces, Kayla Ashton, Shelly Stewart and Sherry Grimm.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown Street, Uniontown, PA. In accordance with the family’s wishes there will be no public viewing.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com or on the funeral home Facebook page.
Terry R. Wilson, 87, of Uniontown, PA, passed from this life on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at Monarch Meadow PCH where he resided for the last six years and where he acquired the name Big T. He was born September 12, 1937, in Brownsville, PA, the older of two sons of the late Dalton L. and Violet E. (Elliott) Wilson.
Terry served in the United States Air Force from October 1955 until October 1959, having enlisted with friends, Harold Babbony and Richard Dreistadt. While in the service, he gained another lifelong friend in Donald “Ozzie” Ostrander, who also shared his love of Indian motorcycles. He was stationed in Florida and Louisiana, and talked about his travels including to Madagascar. In 1962, he married Esther Golden with whom he shared just three months shy of 60 years when she predeceased him in June 2022. He was also predeceased by his first grandchild, Gregory Blaszczak, in May 2021. He was employed by Tingley Rubber Corp., New Jersey, and then for 30 years until retirement by Rockwell International, later named Sensus Technologies, of Uniontown. Terry was not a member of any formal club/organization since he preferred riding his Harley to drop in on friends around the area whenever the mood struck him. He and Esther also took many car trips down South in the 80s and 90s. He was meticulous in his care of the lawn and in his organization of his home workshop area (or any area within his purview). During his time at Monarch Meadow, he was known for his love of sweets, cigarettes and handheld poker game. That can also be said of his life at home, along with his fondness for the Fabulous 50s.
Terry is survived by his three children: Karen L. Wilson Thompson (Tim), Ronald R. Wilson and Nancy L. Wilson Blaszczak (Greg). Five grandchildren are left to remember “Pappy Skunk”: Emily Blaszczak Gill (Chris), Benjamin Blaszczak, Katie Thompson, Parker Wilson and Blake Wilson. He also leaves behind his brother, Ken Wilson; Ken’s daughter, Kathy Rohde (Ron); two sisters-in-law, Eleanor McGee (Frank) and Carol Eichmiller, and their children, Lisa McGee and J.J. Eichmiller; maternal relatives from Brownsville; and, a number of friends. The family wishes to thank OSPTA Hospice and all of the Monarch Meadow Staff, especially Kameshia, Sharon, Sammi, Jackie, Janet, Jody, and James.
Friends will be received in the Andrew D. Ferguson Funeral Home, Inc., 80 Morgantown Street, Uniontown, PA, on Friday, June 27, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8PM and on Saturday, June 28, until 11AM, the hour of service with Reverend Gloria Jun officiating. Interment will follow in Sylvan Heights Cemetery.
Donald J. Malaspino, age 87, of Chalk Hill, PA, passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2025. He was born April 14, 1938 in Uniontown, PA son of the late Sinbad J. Malaspino and Christina Dorothy Vaclavik Malaspino. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Joann E. Gibson Malaspino and son, David Malaspino.
Donald was a graduate of German Township High School. He was a member of the Bible Baptist Church. Donald worked as a driver for Greyhound Bus Lines until his retirement in 1990. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and ocean cruises.
Left to cherish Donald’s memory are his sons, Brian Malaspino (Linda) of Markleysburg and Jeffrey Malaspino (Donna) of Chalk Hill; brother Douglas Malaspino (Betty) of Chesterfield, VA and grandchildren, Ashlee Malaspino, Brandon Malaspino, Michael Cesarino, Jeffrey Malaspino and Chelsea Malaspino-Schultz (Zach).
Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown Street, Uniontown, PA. In accordance with Donald’s wishes there will be no public viewing.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com or on the funeral home face book page.
Nancy Charlene Micher, 84 of Uniontown, PA passed away peacefully in her sleep at her oldest grandson’s home in Lakeland, Florida on May 15th 2025. She was born September 23rd 1940, the middle child and only daughter of the late Paul (Logan) and Delilah Mae Strauch. Nancy was a beloved grandmother and sister, she leaves behind her cherished grandchildren: Logan, Lauren, Conlan & William and her older brother John. Nancy is preceded in death by her loving husband Ed, son Greg and brother Art.
Nancy spent many enjoyable years in Uniontown working at Joe Dorazio Real Estate & Insurance Agency and having breakfast downtown with her “breakfast crew” at Sam’s Coffee Shop spreading abundant joy in the morning with her wacky sense of humor.
Arrangement have been entrusted to the Andrew D. Ferguson Funeral Home & Crematories, Inc., 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA. Family and friends are invited to gather on Saturday June 21st 11.30AM at St. John’s Cemetery, DeWitt Ave, Connellsville, PA 15425 and afterwards at Bud Murphy’s for a time of sharing and remembrance.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page.
Linda Mae McIlravey Weaver, age 77, of Uniontown, PA, passed away June 9, 2025 in Uniontown Hospital. She was born September 26, 1947 in Brownsville, PA daughter of the late Frank R. McIlravey, Jr. and Zola Crutchman McIlravey. In addition to her parents, Linda was predeceased by her brother, Donald McIlravey.
Linda was a 1968 graduate of Uniontown High School. She was a member of the Uniontown Free Methodist Church. Linda enjoyed sewing, crocheting and baking for the church.
Left to cherish Linda’s memory are her sons, David Sullivan (Helen) of Morgantown, WV and Donald Sullivan (Sabine) of Issquah, WA; grandchildren, Anna Sullivan and Ellie Whited.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA. A memorial service celebrating Linda’s life will be held at a later date.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com or on the funeral home Face Book page.
Charlene F. Layhew, 79 of Brownsville, PA passed away Tuesday, June 3, 2025 in Uniontown Nursing & Rehab Center, Uniontown, PA. She was born in Uniontown to Ewing Layhew and Myrtle Barnhart Layhew. In addition to her parents, Charlene was also preceded in death by a brother, Ewing Layhew, Jr. and sisters, Frances Dugan and Jessie Lacey.
She was a 1963 graduate of German Township High School, the Uniontown School of Nursing, and a 1986 graduate of Penn State Fayette with a BSN in Nursing. Charlene worked as a registered nurse for many years for Uniontown Hospital, WVU – Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown and South Fayette Nursing Center. She was an avid reader, loved playing piano and spending time with her grandchildren.
Left to cherish Charlene’s memory are her daughter, Michelle Kelley, Esq and husband Michael Henney of Uniontown; a son, Matthew P. Kelley (Barbie) of Indiana, PA; grandchildren, Nathan and Melissa Henney and soon to be great-granddaughter, Baby Henney, Maxwell Henney, Alexander Henney, James Kelley and Montgomery Kelley. To honor Charlene’s memory, donations may be made to the Uniontown Public Library.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA, where friends will be received Wednesday, June 4, 2025 from 5 until 8 PM followed by a service celebrating Charlene’s life at 8 PM. Interment will be private.
Condolences may be expressed at adferguson.com or the funeral home’s Facebook page.
Kathryn R. Gates Kanosky, age 73, of Smithfield, passed away Monday, May 26, 2025 in the WVU Uniontown Hospital. She was born January 17, 1952 in Uniontown to the late Walter Gates and Dorothy Dennis Gates.
Left to cherish Kathryn’s memory are her loving husband of forty-seven years, John Kanosky, Jr. of Smithfield; a son, John C. Kanosky of Smithfield; daughters, Christina Fletcher and husband Brian Staley of Smithfield and Elizabeth Kanosky of Latrobe; grandchildren whom she adored, Ky Fletcher, Dominick Fletcher. Harley Fletcher, Christopher Kanosky, Gavin Kanosky and Damien Penkal; a sister Janet Gates and partner Thom Boynton of Gloversville,NY; several nieces and nephews.
Kathryn graduated from Albert Gallatin High School with the class of 1970. She worked as an event specialist in sales and marketing for Walmart for many years. Kathryn was a member of the St Patrick R. C. Church of Manington, WV. She enjoyed baking, nature, animals but most importantly taking care of her family.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Ferguson Funeral Home & Crematories, Inc,78 Main St., Smithfield, PA on Friday from 2 until 4 and 6 until 8 PM. Visitation will continue in the funeral home on Saturday, May 31, 2025 from 8:30 until 9:30 AM followed by prayers of transference at 9:30 AM. A mass of Christian Burial celebrating Kathryn’s life will be held in St. Cyril Methodius R.C. Church, Fairchance at 10 AM. Interment will follow in Mount Moriah Cemetery, Smithfield.
The family suggests donations may be made to Fayette Friends of Animals, P.O. Box 1282, Uniontown, PA 15401.
Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page.
Laurie Beth Kocan, 62 of Pittsburgh, PA passed away peacefully March 29th, 2025, in St. Margaret Hospital.
She was born in Steubenville, OH to the late Jack and Mary Ann Maher Kocan and raised in Uniontown, PA.
Laurie was born with spina bifida, but she never let her physical disability define her. Her disability may have presented her with many challenges, but Laurie never shied away from her goals and aspirations, facing these challenges with courage and determination. She lived her entire adult life independently and spent significant time advocating for individuals with spina bifida through her involvement in many organizations and support groups. In her spare time, Laurie embraced every opportunity to enjoy Broadway theatre productions, art, the latest movies and fine dining.
Laurie was a graduate of Laurel Highlands High School and the Art Institute of Pittsburgh where she earned her degree in graphic design.
Left to cherish Laurie’s memory are her sister, Lynn Kocan of Morgantown, WV and her nephews Keenan Kocan, Liam Sandoval, Wyatt Sandoval (Jasmine) and Zander Sandoval. She is also survived by aunts Virginia Rach of Greensburg, PA and Barbara Newell of Bridgeville, DE, uncle Robert Kocan of Gibsonia, PA, many cousins, great nieces Nalani Sandoval and Violet Sandoval and dear friends Lori Ellis and Riley Newell both of Pittsburgh.
To honor Laurie’s memory, donations may be made to Spina Bifida Association of Western PA, 3000 Stonewood Drive #100, Wexford, PA 15090.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA. A service celebrating Laurie’s life will be held May 29th at 11:00 at Mount Macrina Mausoleum.
Shayla K. Black, passed away Monday, May 19, 2025. She was born in Akron, OH November 8, 1993 daughter of Gary Black and Renee Ryneer. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her grandparents, George and Sandra Black
Shayla worked as a Shift Manager for Sheets.
Left to cherish Shayla’s memory are her parents, Gary Black and Renee Ryneer and her step-dad, Michael Patrick; brothers, Gary Black, Jr., James Black and Nicholas Black; sisters, Sabrina Peeples (Michael), Casandra Morrow (Zach) and Samantha Black: grandparents, Fred and Sheri Ryneer and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was Loved by so many.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown Street, Uniontown, PA. In accordance with the family’s wishes there will be no public viewing.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home face book page.
Cynthia J. Perkins, age 72, of Uniontown, passed away Thursday, May 15, 2025, with her family by her side. She was born March 3, 1953 in Uniontown to the late John L. and Evelyn Dulin Hays. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James W. Perkins.
Surviving are her son, Ed Loukota (Marjorie) of Uniontown, daughter, Joy Bloom (fiance, Tom), of Uniontown and stepson Joseph Perkins (Nancy) of Charlotte, NC; brothers John (Barbara) Hays of Lynchburg, VA and William Dulin (Sherry) of Morgantown, WV. ;grandchildren, Alyssa, Ryan, Madison, Mya, Aydan, Thomas and Ella; great granddaughter, Mayah; nieces, Michelle and Brittany and nephew, Chris, and several cousins.
Cynthia graduated from Uniontown High School class of 1971 and Laurel Business Institute.
She was employed over thirty years with West Virginia College of Business & Economics as an Administrative Assistant and Records Keeper.
Cynthia was a member of Abundant Life Church and enjoyed singing, laughing, and helping people. Family was her life.
The family will greet her many friends and family at the Abundant Life Church, 1239 Brownfield Road, Uniontown, PA on Monday, May 19, 2025 from 2-8 p.m. and Tuesday, May 20, 2025 from 10-11a.m. the hour of service with Pastor Garrett Howard officiating. Interment will follow at the Walnut Hill Cemetery.
The family would like to thank the employees of WVU Hospice and Lafayette Manor for the care given to Cynthia.
Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page.
Charlotte Ruth Havlichek Edenfield, age 94, of Harrisburg, PA and formerly of Uniontown, passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2025 in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born January 3, 1931 in Uniontown, PA, daughter of the late Charles Havlichek and Pauline Kermes Havlichek. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Melvin B. Edenfield and sisters, Nancy Havlichek, June Morrow and Eleanor Stambaugh.
Charlotte was a 1949 graduate of Uniontown High School and received a Medical Technician degree from Franklin School of Science & Arts. She was a member of Road to Emmaus Presbyterian Church and AARP.
Left to cherish Charlotte’s memory are her daughters, Jane Stimmel and husband Ben of Harrisburg and Susan Butler of Uniontown; grandchildren, Sara Carbaugh and husband, Jason, Robert Stimmel and Harold Butler and great grandchildren, Bryanna Stimmel, Madison Carbaugh, Jason Carbaugh and Jenia Diggs.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA where family and friends will be received on Tuesday, May 13th from 3 until 6 p.m. Visitation will continue in the funeral home on Wednesday, May 14th from 10 until 11 a.m. followed by a service celebrating Charlotte’s life at 11:00 AM with Pastor Patrick Ewing officiating. Internment will follow in Sylvan Heights Cemetery.
Memorial donations in memory of Charlotte can be made to her church. Road to Emmaus Presbyterian Church, Building Fund, 5050 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg, PA 17112.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com or on the funeral home Facebook page.
Rhonda S. May, age 61, of Hopwood, PA, passed away, Saturday, April 26, 2025 in Uniontown Hospital with her family by her side. She was born December 24, 1963 in Washington, DC daughter of Vivian Blair May and the late Ronald May.
Rhonda was a 1982 graduate of Laurel Highlands High School. She studied Medical Billing and Coding for two years at WVCI. Rhonda was a self-employed Cake Decorator and Baker. She also worked in the Embroidery Dept. at Stahls DFC. Rhonda was an animal lover who enjoyed baking and gardening flowers. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family.
In addition to her mother left to cherish Rhonda’s memory are daughters, Robin Lininger (Douglas Lilley) and Monica Lininger (Andy Koposko) both of Uniontown; her loving fiancee`, Rick Ditmore and beloved dog Jax of Hopwood; six grandchildren, Cameron Lilley, Evan DiNunno, Dylan DiNunno, Cayden Lilley, Chayce Lilley, and Coltyn Lilley; brother, Ronald May, II (Heather) of Carmichaels; niece, Samantha Chun; nephew, Ronnie May as well as aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC. where family and friends will be received on Friday, May 9th from 4 until 6 p.m. followed by a service celebrating Rhonda’s life at 6:00 PM. A dinner reception will follow the service for family and close friends at The Diamond Ballroom in Uniontown.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com. and the funeral home Facebook page
Valerie Ann Shrum Lowdermilk, age 57, of Uniontown, PA passed away Monday, April 21, 2025 in Ruby Memorial Hospital. She was born April 28, 1967 in Mt. Pleasant, PA daughter of Mary Kujawa Shrum and the late Walter B. Shrum.
Valerie was a graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School. She was a member of Grace Community Church. Valerie loved and rescued many animals.
In addition to her mother, left to cherish Valerie’s memory are her son, Ernie Fowler of Uniontown; her brother, Walter Shrum and wife Marianne of Uniontown and their children, Blaine, Jacinda and Josh.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA. In accordance with the family’s wishes there will be no public viewing.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page.