All Obituaries

Kathleen M. Sheatz Fye of Knox passed away peacefully at the Purple Iris Assisted Living Center on March 7, 2026. Kathleen, who recently celebrated her 100th birthday, was born in Van, PA, on January 21, 1926, the daughter of Guy L. Sheatz and Elsie M. Mitchell Sheatz. Kathleen married her high school sweetheart, S. Leroy Fye, on September 14, 1946, at Grace Evangelical Congregational Church in Ninevah, PA. They were married for 71 years, until Leroy’s death in December, 2017. The ...

Debra Ann Unverzagt, 71, of Knox passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at the Magee Hospital in Pittsburgh following a brief illness. Born February 23, 1955, in Brookville, Debra was the daughter of the Ann McCleary and the late Eugene McCleary. Debra graduated from Keystone High School, over the years she worked as a cook at the Carriage Inn and BJ’s Eatery, she also worked at Sharp Shopper and Riverside. On September 2, 1989, Debra married Sidney Unverzagt who preceded her in ...

Nancy Diane Cochran, 77, of Knox, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026 following an extended illness. Born February 5, 1949, in Clarion, Nancy was the daughter of the late Harold “Ducky” and Erla Horner. Nancy was very active with her sons, with little league and boy scouts when they were young and deck hockey as they got older.  She also spent lots of time helping with meals at the Knox Volunteer Fire Co. Nancy worked many jobs, she worked at the Knox Glass Plant ...

With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life so fully lived, we announce the passing of Paul Andrew Snyder, age 61. Paul went home on February 22, 2026, after recently suffering some heart complications.  On his final day, he spent it exactly where he was happiest, with family.  He had the joy of spending his final day with his daughters, grandchildren, and holding his newborn grandson. His final hours were surrounded in love and the quiet joy of ...

Pamela Sue Black, 74, of Sligo, passed away at home on Saturday, January 24, 2026 with her family at her side. Born on August 19, 1951, in Clarion, Pamela was the daughter of the late Clair and Beverly Ferringer. Pamela attended Clarion High School. She worked as nurses aid at the Clarion Care Center, in nursing homes and private personal care, she also worked at the Clarion Uni-Mart. On July 16, 1988, Pamela married Frank Black who preceded her in death. Pamela enjoyed spending time ...

Adam J. Lander, 25, of Knox passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026 from injuries sustained in a vehicle accident. Born July 25, 2000, in Franklin, Adam was the son of Russell and Julie Lander. Adam graduated from Keystone High School in 2018, he worked as a Junior Inspector for DJA Inspection out of Oil City. Adam spent many years of his life as a Cub Scout and Boy Scout with Troop 55 earning the rank of Eagle Scout the summer before his senior year. Adam traveled to Philmont, NM and ...

Fern L. Bigley, 81, of Shippenville, joined her daughter and sisters in Heaven on January 1, 2026. Born June 11, 1944, in Knox, Fern was the daughter of the late Granville and Bellvie Bell. Fern graduated from White Memorial High School in Knox. She worked at Bigley Garage in Parker which she owned with her husband. Fern also worked as a caretaker in various home in Clarion and Butler County. In 1962 Fern married John Bigley Jr. who preceded her in death. Fern was a member of the Angel ...

Shawn T. Watson, 53, of Emlenton passed away at his home December 26, 2025 after an extended illness. Shawn was born January 9, 1972 in Pittsburgh.  He was the son of John T. Watson and Judy Duckworth. Shawn graduated from Perry High School in 1990.  He continued his education at the College of Charleston and graduated in 1994. Shawn married Rebecca Fowler on May 5, 2001, together the couple have three children Gage, Mason and Ruby. Shawn was last employed at Verizon, ...

Kimberly Ann Chambers, 64, of Grove City formerly of Nickelville, passed away at her home on December 22, 2025. Born on February 27, 1961, in Greenville, Kim was the daughter of the late Wilfred and Donna Chambers. Kim graduated from AC Valley High School.  She enjoyed coloring, doing word search puzzles, having morning coffee with all her apartment friends and daily lunches with friends.  Kim loved spending time with her family and talking about her kids and grandkids. Kim is ...

Gayle N. Bell, 89, of Knox passed away at home on Saturday, December 6, 2025 following an extended illness. Born on January 8, 1936, in Perryville, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of Charles and Alice Texter. Gayle graduated from White Memorial High School in Knox.  She worked at several places over the years including; Owens Illinois, Hartman’s Tasty Freeze, Colwell’s Campground, the 5 & 10 Store in Clarion and Carl and Don Studios. On October 13, 1953, Gayle ...