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Eric D. Anderson, 69, of Lower Burrell, passed away Monday, Jan. 14, 2019, in UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh. He was born July 4, 1949, in New Kensington, to Mary Lou (DesRoche) Anderson, of Springdale and the late Howard D. Anderson. He was the husband of 38 years of Sandra (Nicastro) Anderson, of Lower Burrell. Eric was the "Go-To Fix-It Man" in the family. He enjoyed trips to the beach, Vegas, golfing, watching the Pittsburgh Steelers and going to camp with his buddies. He...

Rosalie Emily Leonardi, of Arnold, passed away Friday, Dec. 28, 2018. Born March 24, 1921, to Pasquale "Charlie" and Rose Bianco Pellegrini, Rosalie lived her entire life in Arnold. She graduated in 1939 from Arnold High School and then worked as the secretary to the Arnold Elementary principal. Rosalie and her husband, John Bosco Leonardi, were married Feb. 14, 1946, and had one son, John Andrew Leonardi. Rosalie was active in many societies and volunteer organizations. She was a...

Edwin R. "Pro" Probel, 86, of Annapolis, formerly of Lower Burrell, died Saturday, Dec. 15, 2018, in his residence. He was born Aug. 23, 1932, in New Kensington to the late Stanley and Sophie (Dziengelewski) Probel. He was also predeceased by his wife, Jacqueline "Jackie" (Vairo) Probel. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a brother, Larry Probel; and a sister, Dorothy "Babe" Chamrad. Ed was an avid lifelong sports fan and athlete. A...

  Rita M. Cina, 83, of Las Cruces, N.M., formerly of Lower Burrell, died Oct. 5, 2018, at Good Samaritan Village, Las Cruces. She was born Sept. 9, 1935, in Republic, daughter of the late Clemente and Rose (Magazine) Mazzocco. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert S. Cina, who died in 2008; five brothers; and two sisters. She was a member of Mt. St. Peter Roman Catholic Church, New Kensington, the Catholic Business and Professional Women, New...

Jeanne (Flocker) Baughn, 103, of Newburyport, Mass., formerly of New Kensington, died Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2018, at Merrimack Place, Newburyport. She was born Jan. 1, 1915, in New Kensington, daughter of the late Anthony and Rose (Monteleone) Flocker. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Earle Baughn, who died in 2003; a brother, James Flocker; three sisters, Mary Flocker, Nancy DiPalma and Margaret Flocker Flynn; and nephews, Raymond DiPalma, Steve Baughn and...

Pamela D. Ciappetta, 68, of New Kensington, passed away Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, at Good Samaritan Hospice, Wexford. She was born Jan. 28, 1950, in New Kensington, to the late William and Lucy (Casella) Armbrust. She was the wife of the late Franchino Ciappetta. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Egidio Ciappetta. Her life revolved around her beloved grandchildren and her family. She enjoyed bingo, visiting the casino, cooking and her...

Mildred Paletta passed away Monday, Nov. 26, 2018, and it is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our wife and mother. She was the wife of Leonard "Skeets" Paletta for 60 years; and mother of Michael (wife Rosanna); and grandchildren, Michael, Anthony and Catherine.Mil. She was a member of the Jaycees, Addolorata Society and ran her own business for a number of years. She enjoyed crocheting, bowling, cooking, travel, card playing, dancing and reading, and especially...

Shirley Ann Abraham, 89, of New Kensington, died Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, at UPMC St. Margaret, Pittsburgh. She was born March 31, 1929, in New Kensington, daughter of the late William F. and Dorothy A. (Waddington) Warriner Jr. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas "Bry" Abraham, in 1999; a daughter, Marlene Marletti; a grandson, Thomas W. McDonnell; a brother, George D. Behanna; and a sister, Dolores M. Hurlbut. She was a member of St. George...