Andrew Steven Grimplin Jr., 78, of Grindstone, passed away unexpectedly on August 25th, 2023. Andrew was born on November 21st, 1944, to the late Andrew Steven Sr. and Agnes (Mattey) Grimplin.   Andrew loved bowling and enjoyed bowling with his friends in the Bowling League. He was an excellent handy-man and loved carpentry and his woodwork projects. Andrew had the biggest heart and enjoyed spending his free time with friends and family, especially his grandchildren, whom he loved the...

Roger Keith Sargent, Sr. 59, earned his wings on August 20th, 2023. He fought a courageous fight for the last 11 months with Stage IV Small Cell Lung Cancer with his family and fiancé supporting him in every way. We will miss him so much.    He was born in Brownsville, PA on October 17, 1963, to his father Robert K Sargent Sr. (Deceased) and survived by his mom Ruth Ann (Boyd) Sargent.    He loved his sons Roger (Rog) K Sargent, Jr. of Brownsville, PA, and...

Evelyn Kara, 87, formerly of Brownsville, went home peacefully to be with her Lord on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at Lafayette Manor in Uniontown. She was born in New Castle, PA on September 11, 1935, the daughter of the late Donald and Maurine Gross.   Evelyn is survived by her daughters Cherie (Dave) Pursglove of Hiller, PA; Linda Cassell of Centennial, Colorado; and Susan DeCarlo of Brownsville. She is also survived by her grandchildren Lindsay (Jerry) Crable and Katey (Jordon)...

Martha E. Rutherford Cramer Lambert, 88, of Brownsville, passed away peacefully on Monday August 14th, 2023. Born March 21st, 1935, she was the daughter of the late James and Minnie (Huffman) Rutherford.   Mrs. Lambert attended Allison Christian Church and was a member of the Republic Senior Center. She drove school buses for Brownsville Bus Line for over 30 years. She was an avid bingo player and jigsaw puzzle builder.   Surviving to cherish her memory; sons, Chris D. Cramer...

Melvin “Mel” Gene Baxter, 96, former resident of Brownsville and most recently, a resident of Connellsville, PA, was born August 20, 1926, Fostoria, Ohio, to the late Albert and Mary (Graham) Baxter. He passed away Sunday, July 9, 2023, surrounded by his children.     After graduating from Fostoria High School, he served honorably in the United States Army Air Corp during WWII. He began his career in the newspaper printing business, working in Fostoria, Delphos, OH,...

Howard “Howdy” Henshaw, 76, of Brownsville, passed away on June 29th, 2023, at Uniontown Hospital. Howdy was born on June 8th, 1946, in Brownsville, and was the son of the late Howard K. and Elma (Swan) Henshaw.   Presbyterian by faith; Howdy was a member of the Fort Burd United Presbyterian Church. Following college, Howdy served honorably in the United States Navy during the Vietnam Conflict. He graduated from John A. Brashear High School (Brownsville Area High School)...

Thelma Pringle Rose, 92, of Brownsville, went to be with the Lord on June 10th, 2023. Thelma was born on February 20th, 1931 to the late Howard C. Pringle Sr. and Helen Geho Pringle.   In addition to her parents, Thelma is preceded in death by her brother Howard C. Pringle Jr. and her sister Dorothy J. Rathmell.   Surviving to cherish Thelma’s memory; her children: Barbara Cruse of Uniontown, Pa; Dan (Karen) Rose of Perkasie, Pa; Ken Rose of Hopwood, Pa; Norma (Chris)...

John P. Moores Jr., 91, retired C.W.O. of Brownsville, passed away peacefully on June 6th, 2023 at Mt. Macrina Manor in Uniontown. Born on July 11th, 1931 John was the son of late John Sr. and Martha (Derry) Moore.   Protestant by faith; John was a member of the First Christian Church. Following high school, John served honorably in the United States Army as a Chief Warrant Officer during his three tours in the Vietnam War. After the war, John was awarded the Bronze Medal for his...

Willis E. "Buddy" Higbee, 70, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, in the WVU Hospital with his family by his side. He was born on November 21, 1952, in Rowes Run, a son of the late Willis C. and Ruth E. (Patterson) Higbee.    Buddy enjoyed fishing and going to car shows.   He had a heart of gold and would give the shirt off his back.   In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Barbara Riggin and brother, Dale...

James Robert Long Jr., 74, of West Brownsville, passed away on May 11, 2023 at Uniontown Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. James was born on October 25, 1948 to the late James R. Long Sr. and Yvonne (Brown) Long.   James was a talented artist who loved to paint and wrote several published novels, especially his novel on spelunking. He was an avid gardener and loved his model train collection.   Surviving to cherish James’ memory; his brother Mark Long. His nieces:...