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 29^th 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 13^th from 3 until 6 p.m.  Visitation will continue in the funeral home on Wednesday, May 14^th  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.

Kathryn E Conaway Umbel, age 82, of Fairbank, PA passed away Friday, April 18, 2025 in the Prince William Medical Center, Manassas, VA. She was born August 14, 1942 in Mount Pleasant, Westmoreland County, PA. Daughter of the late Albert Conaway and Daisy Noakes Conaway Perkins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant daughter Tracy, and her sister Emma Krepps.   Left to cherish Kathi’s memory are husband Allen Umbel, her sons, Robert “Rocky” Bruschi and partner David of Lemont Furnace and Dominic Bruschi of Uniontown; daughters, Cheryl Brown and husband Jordan of Greensburg, PA, Terri Bruschi of Manassas, VA, and Roberta Marshall and husband Raymond of La Belle, PA; Stepchildren: Mark (and Dana) Umbel of Navarre FL, Jeffrey Umbel of Fairbank Pa, Bonnie Umbel of Fairbank Pa, Richard (and Rebecca) Umbel of New Salem Pa, brother, Syvester Conaway of Merrittstown, PA; sisters, Helen DeVera of Parma, OH, Nancy Bryner of Connellsville, Jenny “Pearl” Conaway of Uniontown, Floretta Richards of Uniontown and Linda Garletts of Dunbar.  Kathryn leaves behind five beautiful grandchildren who were the light of her life; Michael Marshall, Angela McCarty, Eric Hull,  Justin and Lexi Jade Lewis,  5 Step Grandchildren: Nicole Umbel, Miranda Grezsiak, Acie Umbel, Kasey Jo Umbel, Hunter Umbel, Janelle Umbel, Anthony Kutek,  five great grand children; ten step great grand children,  nieces; nephews and cousins.   Family was Kathryn’s life. She was an Amazing mother.       Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA, where friends will be received on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 from 1 until 3 PM and 5 until 7 PM followed by a service celebrating Kathryn’s life at 7 PM. Interment will be private.   Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page.  Kathi faithfully donated to St Jude.  Please make any monetary donations to St Jude in her memory.

Joyce I. Friend Lowery, age 84, of Uniontown, passed away Saturday, March 22, 2025 at WVU Hospital in Uniontown. She was born August 3, 1940 in Uniontown, PA daughter of the late Guy Friend and Edna McLaughlin Friend. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer F. Lowery, Sr.; her son, Francis Lowery; brothers, James Friend, Boyd Friend, Lloyd Friend and Bud Friend and sisters, Margaret Hennessy, Kaye Dudak, Opal Waggett, Thelma Wietzel and Charlotte Ann Friend; her daughter-in-law, Sharon Lowery.   Left to cherish Joyce’s memory are her sons, Elmer Lowery Jr. and wife Tammy (Fort Worth, Texas), Guy Lowery and wife Tonya (Markleysburg, Pa), Charles Lowery and wife Cindy (Redstone Township) and Wayne Mitchell and wife Sally (Mechanicburg, Pa); brother, Tom Friend and wife Sarah (Brownsville, Pa) and sisters Etta Livesay and husband Allen (Uniontown, Pa) and Paulette Russo and husband Charles (Orlando, Florida). Joyce leaves behind several grandchildren, great children and nieces/nephews that will greatly miss her presence in their lives.   Joyce was an avid sports fan following the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pittsburgh Pirates on television or radio broadcasts. She enjoyed listening to country music, fishing, bowling and spending time with her grandchildren and her family during the holidays.    Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA.  In accordance with Joyce’s wishes there will be no public visitation.   Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page.

Janet Faye Clingan, age 94, of Uniontown, PA passed away February 11, 2025 in Lafayette Manor. She was born in Hopwood, PA, April 11, 1930, a daughter of the late William Jennings Bryan Clingan and Alberta P. Schafer Clingan. In addition to her parents Janet was preceded in death by a brother, Wallace Clingan and a sister, Elinor Bryan.   Janet was a 1948 graduate of North Union High School and was a factory worker most of her life. She enjoyed being with family and friends.   Left to cherish Janet’s memory are sisters, Mary Lois King and Carolyn Clingan both of Uniontown; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.   Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA. Services are private.   Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Face Book page.  

Janice F. Crozier Higman, age 54, of Republic, PA passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2025 in her home. She was born in Uniontown, PA, June 25, 1970, a daughter of the late Charles “Butch” Crozier and Marjorie Harshman Brownfield. In addition to her parents Janice was preceded in death by her husband, Mark Higman.   Janice was a 1988 graduate of Tri-Valley Area High School.  She enjoyed being with family and friends.   Left to cherish Janice’s memory are her sons, Maxx Thomas and wife Michael Ann of Dunlo, PA and Christopher Jones of Morgantown Wv; a sister Jennifer Crozier Grimplin of Uniontown; stepfather Homer Brownfield of McClellandtown, and stepmother Sandra Crozier of Smithfield, and 3 stepchildren and 5 step grandchildren, nephew, cousins and in-laws.   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, April 15, 2025 from 1 until 3 PM and 5 until 7 PM followed by a service celebrating Janice’s life at 7 PM with Rev. Ryan Washabaugh officiating. Interment will be private.   Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Face Book page.

Lillian Rae Thomas, 92, of Uniontown, PA passed away Friday, April 11, 2025 at The Addison of Uniontown. She was born in Uniontown, PA, April 24, 1932, a daughter of the late Clyde Fuller and Mildred Weaver Fuller.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Robert I. Thomas, Sr.; a son, Randall Thomas and an infant son, R. Scot Thomas. Lillian was a 1950 graduate of North Union High School.  She attended the Cherry Tree Alliance Church in Uniontown and was on the Hostess Committee. She worked for many years as an operator for Bell Telephone. She was a member of Uniontown Chapter #263 O.E.S., a charter member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Uniontown Volunteer Fire Department.  Lillian also enjoyed fishing, hunting and camping. Left to cherish Lillian’s memory are her children, Susan (Randy) Gallo of Uniontown, Cindy (JD) Floris of Uniontown, Debbie (Jeff) Hulton of Uniontown, Robert I. (Pamela) Thomas, Jr. of Hopwood, PA, Sandy (Steve) Herring of Farmington, PA, and Ronald (Janelle)Thomas of Hoschton, GA. She is also survived by daughter-in-law, Cathy Thomas of Uniontown, fifteen grandchildren and twenty-four great-grandchildren. Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA.  Family and friends will be received at Cherry Tree Alliance Church, 640 Cherry Tree Lane, Uniontown PA, on Monday, April 14, 2025 from 2 – 8 PM.  Visitation will continue April 15, 2025 from 10 – 11AM, the hour of service with her grandson, Rev. Joe Floris officiating. Interment will follow in Lafayette Memorial Park, Brier Hill, PA. The family would like to thank Amedysis Hospice and The Addison of Uniontown for the care given Lillian.  A special thank you to Beverly Gibbs who was her caregiver for many years. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Lillian’s memory may be made to Cherry Tree Alliance Church. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Face Book page.

Deborah I. Lane Miller   “On March 31^st, the lady we always referred to as “Deb” passed away peacefully at home with family at her side.  She was deeply loved wife and mother.  Deb was a lover of gardening and flowers.  She was a gourmet cook and avid reader.  She was fiercely loyal to family and friends.  We’ll miss her beyond measure.  We would like to thank her caregivers at Uniontown Hospital and Amedysis Hospice Care for their care and compassion in her time of need.  Per her wishes, all final arrangements will be privately observed by her family.  She hoped only that those she cared about, would remember her in their prayers.  Please direct any contributions in Deb’s name to St. Peter’s Anglican Church in Uniontown, PA.”   Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown Street, Uniontown, PA.   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 at a later date.

 

 

Judith (Judy) Traynor Vrabel passed away at home on March 29, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was born October 8, 1939 in Uniontown to the late Thomas E. Traynor Jr., who passed away on April 9, 1966, and Audrey Irene Colbert Traynor who passed away on August 17, 1958.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, John S. Vrabel Sr. who passed away on October 14, 1991, her sister Lois Jane Traynor Treat and nephew Billy Treat who both passed away on June 9, 1983.  She was also preceded in death by another nephew Joseph Traynor. Judy was a member of St John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church and part of the Christian Mothers.  She served as a member of the Excelsior Club.  She was on the Advisory Board of the Salvation Army and Fayette Career & Technical Institute and volunteered with the Meals on Wheels program along with ushering at The State Theater. Judy worked at Thrift Drug in downtown Uniontown as a soda jerk through her time at North Union High school up until graduation with the Class of 1957.  She was employed at North Union Junior High School as the secretary to the principal until the birth of her first child.  She also worked at the Uniontown Hospital for 29 years.  She retired from the hospital and began working for the City of Uniontown as the Director of Downtown Business District Authority.  Since 2010, she also enjoyed employment with the Builders Association of Fayette County. Judy graduated from Duquesne University’s First Saturday Program in 1996 with a Bachelor’s Degree in business.  She followed this with a Master’s Degree in business in 2000. She is survived by her two sons: John S Vrabel Jr. and his husband John E. Fullgraf of Saint Petersburg, Florida and James S. Vrabel and his wife Susan of Orlando, Florida.  She is also survived by her sister Mary M. Barcheck and husband Edward.  Her niece, Audra Solarchick and husband Jason and their two children Cole and Callie whom she adored.  Her nephew, Nick Barcheck who has been the light of her life.  She loved Nick since the day he was born. She is survived by her brother, Thomas E. Traynor and wife Carol of Jeanette, Pennsylvania and their children Thomas and Fred.  She is survived by many other nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.  She was particularly close to her niece Marlene Vrabel of Masontown, Pennsylvania and friend Sandra Tracy of Uniontown, Pennsylvania. Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC, 80 MORGANTOWN ST., UNIONTOWN. Family and friends are invited to attend a funeral mass celebrating Judy’s life on April 3^rd, 2025 at 10:00 am at St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church in Uniontown, PA to celebrate Judy’s life which she lived to the fullest. She will be laid to rest at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Leckrone, PA beside the love of her life, John S. Vrabel who she has missed for the past 34 years. The family suggests donations may be made to the Salvation Army, 32 W. Fayette ST, Uniontown, PA 15401. “Live life to the fullest and be kind and considerate to one another”

Jill D. Hasson Keefer, age 78, of Uniontown, PA, passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2025 in Lafayette Manor.  She was born March 11, 1947 in Finlay, OH, daughter of the late Russel W. Hasson and Ruth L. Williamson Hasson.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a daughter, Laura Beth Myers; a son, James William Myer and a sister, Pat Hasson.   Jill was a 1965 graduate of South Union High School, received her BS degree in Education from California State College and a Masters degree in Reading from Penn State University. She taught for twenty-five years in the Keystone Central School District. She was a member of the N.E.A., P.S.E.A. and the Great Bethel Baptist Church.  Jill enjoyed hosting friends and family, motorcycle rides, camping in Idaho and teaching Sunday School.  Jill loved country music and dogs.   Left to cherish Jill’s memory are sisters, Jane Biller of Uniontown, Mary Larkin of Hopwood, Pam Lechnar and husband Dr. Michal Lechnar of Selkirk, NY and Jo Wellhofer and husband David Wellhofer of Wharton TX; caregiver and friend, Patty Swaney and many nieces, nephews and cousins.   Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, 80 MORGANTOWN ST., UNIONTOWN, PA. Per the family’s wishes the service will be private.   The family would like to thank the staff at Lafayette Manor and Dr. Conley and his staff for their excellent care of Jill.   Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page.