SINCE 1869

Librado Ramos, Jr., age 82, of Masontown, PA, passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2024 in Uniontown Hospital.  He was born April 19, 1942 in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico son of the late Librado Ramos, Sr. and Anna Rivera Ramos.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Jodi Curtis Ramos and sons, Oscar Ramos and Raymond Ramos.   Librado was a member of Cross Point Assembly of God.  He worked as a machinist and truck driver for VOA.  Librado’s greatest joy was spending time with his family.   Left to cherish Librado’s memory are his son, Jeremiah Ramos of Masontown; daughters, Brenda Maher (Joe Hahn) of Columbus, Ohio and Krysta Clark of Uniontown; ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren.   Arrangements have been entrusted to the FERGUSON-BROWNFIELD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 78 Main Street, Smithfield, PA where family and friends will be received on Thursday, May 23^rd from Noon until 2 p.m. followed by a service celebrating Librado’s life at 2:00 PM with Pastor Joshua Koss officiating.  Interment will follow in Mount Moriah Cemetery.   Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at adferguson.com or on the funeral home Facebook page.

Leah Rae Salutric, age 85, of Uniontown, PA, passed away on Friday, May 17, 2024, with her loving family at her side. A longtime resident of Uniontown, Leah Rae was born on September 25, 1938, and is daughter of the late Karl N. and Ocie Morris. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Carl N. Salutric, grandson, Blaine Salutric, and sister-in-law, Carol Morris. Left to cherish Leah Rae’s memory are her daughter, Rebecca L. Yowler (Donnie) of Uniontown; son Ronald C. Salutric (Jennifer) of Bala Cynwyd, PA; and her brother Karl “Bob” Morris of Uniontown. “Lollie” and “Nana” will be greatly missed by her grandchildren, Madison Yowler, (along with fiancée Damon Hubscher and great step-grandson son Liam Hubscher), and Kyle and Erica Salutric. Leah Rae is also survived by her dear cousin Mary Ann Pletcher and nieces, Wende and Kelly Morris, and many other nieces, nephews and cousins. Leah Rae was an active member of the Central Christian Church of Uniontown where she was Life Elder and a member of the Grace Ann Fellowship Group. She also sang in the St. Therese Funeral Choir. Leah Rae had an adventurous spirit and checked off many of her bucket list items. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, traveling, attending Broadway shows and concerts, and swimming at the YMCA. Prior to her retirement, Leah Rae had a long-term career in the Circulation Department at Uniontown Newspapers, Inc. She graduated from Uniontown High School Class of 1957. Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA, where family and friends will be received on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, from 2 pm – 4 pm and 6 pm – 8 pm. Visitation will continue at the funeral home on Thursday, May 23, 2024, from 10 am – 11am, with a service officiated by Rev. Dr. Heather Simpson immediately following. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page. The family suggests donations may be made to Central Christian Church, 23 S. Gallatin Ave, Uniontown, PA 15401or Camp Laurelview – Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) at Laurelview.org.

Michael J. Hritz, age 88, of Farmington, PA passed away in Ruby Memorial Hospital, Monday, May 13, 2024 after a brief illness.  He was born December 6, 1935 in Swissvale, PA son of the late Michael Hritz and Rose Hirak Hritz.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, George Hritz (Dorothy) and sister, Dorothy Hritz Patternac (Steve).   Michael received his Education Degree from Waynesburg College and his Master’s Degree from West Virginia University.  He served in the United States Air Force during the Korean war.  Michael taught at Laurel Highlands School District.  He retired as the Assistant Principal at Laurel Highlands High School.  He was a member of VFW North Union Post 8543   Left to cherish Michael’s memory are his pride and joy, his son, Theodore (Teddy) Hritz; nieces, Rose Anne Patternac Stoker and Cindy Snyder; great-nieces, Tina Proctor and Kelly Witucki; great-great niece, Kara and great-great nephews, Adam and Josh Proctor.   Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown Street, Uniontown, PA.  In accordance with the families wishes there will be no public viewing.   Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page.  

Edward L. Regish, 72, of Fairchance, passed away on Friday May 3, 2024 at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown. He was born May 22, 1951 in Uniontown, a son of the late Steven and Ruth (Roberts) Regish. In addition to his parents, Ed was preceded in death by his brothers, Ronald Regish and Beverly Hartz. Ed was a graduate of Laurel Highlands High School in the Class of 1969. He was employed through Surrey Hills in the maintenance department for many years. In his downtime, Ed enjoyed gardening. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family. Ed is survived by his wife, Lou Ann Regish; daughters, Kristina Baxter (Bryan) of Douglasville, GA and Jodie Branyon (John) of Rockmart, GA; step-son, Keith Myers (Amy) of Fairchance; and step-daughter Lisa Myers-Kennedy (Steven) of Hopwood; brother, Steven Regish of Connellsville; 3 sisters, Linda Keefer of Connellsville, Jeanne Kuhoric (James) of Delaware, and Peggy Harrison (Gary) of Uniontown and many grandchildren, great grandchildrem, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Arrangements have been entrusted to the FERGUSON – BROWNFIELD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. – 78 MAIN ST. SMITHFIELD, PA 15478. In following with Ed’s wishes, no viewing or services will be held and interment will be held privately. Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page.