All Obituaries

A man of unwavering faith, deep intellect, and genuine compassion, Dr. Charles James Tripoli, MD, of Washington passed away in his home on Saturday, November 5, 2022, after a prolonged illness. He was 92. Charles was born on April 17, 1930, in Derry, Pennsylvania, a son of the late James and Mary Gelfo Tripoli, both of Sicily, Italy. After graduating as valedictorian from Derry High School, Charles attended St. Vincent College in Latrobe from 1948 through 1951. He graduated from the...

Peacefully and with a heart full of love, Valerie Korody, passed away Tuesday, October 25, 2022 at the age of 99. Born August 10, 1923, in West Aliquippa, a daughter of the late Andrew and Frances Fatur Berlich.   She married the love of her life John Korody on May 1, 1946; they were married for 65 years. Their children and family were their treasures. She enjoyed gardening and harvesting honey with her husband. She wore many hats during her lifetime as a daughter, a...

We regretfully announce the passing of Eleanor L. Chambers of Claysville, PA on Thursday October 13, 2022.  She was 68 years old. Eleanor was surrounded by her family and passed away peacefully. Our mother, Eleanor was one of the kindest women to ever walk this earth, and our family was blessed to have her as head of the family. Eleanor was born on August 15, 1954 to the late Bernard and Thelma Ruetschi Kelly in Washington, PA. She married her husband James D. Chambers, Sr. on...

William Harold “Apples” “B.Y.” Ankrom, 56, of Washington passed away on Tuesday September 20, 2022 in his home. He was born March 31, 1966 in Washington the son of the late Leo Ankrom and Linda McCloskey who resides in Latrobe. Bill was a self-employed handyman and helped others with various tasks. He enjoyed music, walking and working. Surviving is a son William Tyler Ankrom of Washington, a daughter Danielle Nicole Ward of Virginia Beach, VA, a grandson Grayson,...

Andrew S. Beno, 78, of Canton Township passed away Thursday September 8, 2022 in Washington Hospital. He was born August 23. 1944 in Pittsburgh a son of Andrew C. and Julia Szekeres Beno. Mr. Beno was employed by the Meadows Racetrack as a sulky Driver and Trainer and enjoyed horse racing every day. His wife Audine preceded him in death. Surviving are two daughters Stephanie Richter of Washington, PA and Dawn Caserta of Connecticut and a step-son Stephen David Mark Patterson of...

James Joseph Wiszczor, 62 of Erie and formerly of Washington passed away unexpectedly on Saturday September 3, 2022. He was born August 19, 1960 in Washington, a son of Edward Henry Wiszczor and the late Marjorie Ann Stage. He enjoyed building things and was a well known craftsman among his family and friends. He was a nice guy with a good heart and loved socializing with family and friends.  He is survived by his sisters Patty (Joe) Brownlee, Carol Romano, and Donna (Rick) Maceiko,...

Helen Ambrose, 93, of Canonsburg passed away in Wednesday August 31, 2022 in her home. She was born April 23, 1929 in Canonsburg a daughter of the late John and Alexandra Bonzak Dudzik. Helen was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Polish National Catholic Church in Canonsburg. She was employed by Mellon Bank in Canonsburg as a teller and then later as a loan advisor.  She was also employed at the Meadows Racetrack as a cashier and money counter. She enjoyed making pierogis and...

JOHN BARRON, JR   John Barron, Jr. of South Strabane, Washington County died, Sunday, August 21, 2022 in Presbyterian Senior Care; surrounded by his loved ones after a brief illness. He was born on September 20, 1931 in Canonsburg to John Barron, Sr. and Bertha (Gula) Barron.  He graduated from Canonsburg High School and proudly served in the United States Army. After his service, John received a bachelor’s degree from Pitt and a Master’s degree in education from...

Nancy Illinsky Harrison, 89, of Myrtle Beach, SC passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday August 16, 2022. She was born June 17, 1933 in Charleroi. She worked at Canonsburg Hospital and then later at the Greenery Center for Health and Wellness in Canonsburg. Surviving are two daughters Deborah Triscik of Washington, Susan Kanish of Myrtle Beach, SC and a son BJ Harrison of Harrisburg and a brother Michael Bonn of Florida. Also surviving are eight grandchildren Kristie...

Kristie D. Signorini, 67, of Washington passed away on Tuesday July 26, 2022 in her home following a ten month battle with cancer. She was born August 23, 1954 in Washington a daughter of the late Raymond, Sr. and Ruth McCullough Ruffalo. Mrs. Signorini was a graduate of Avella High School. Ball Glass Company and then Axcera employed her most recently as an Instructor until her retirement in 2001. Family was most important to Kristie.  She was a devoted and loving wife, mother,...