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05/05/2026

John E. Flickinger

John Edward Flickinger, 72, of Blairsville, PA (Derry Township), passed away Monday, May 4, 2026, at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh. He was born April 29, 1954, in Johnstown, PA, the son of Ann (Flickinger) Lentz. John was a 1973 graduate of Derry High School. He worked for Ralph J. Myers Roofing Company in Pittsburgh until retiring. He was a member of the Derry Rod and Gun Club and enjoyed hunting and fishing with his sons and grandsons. John spent...

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05/04/2026

Today, we honor our teachers for their hard work and perseverance. Thank you, teachers and educators, for everything you do!

05/04/2026

05/01/2026

The first year of the grief journey is difficult. It's particularly hard to face the first time a special day passes, like a birthday or holiday. In this article, you will learn some ideas for navigating the "firsts" you will encounter on your path to healing. Click to learn more!

If this is your first year without a loved one, take a few moments to consider ways to navigate the "firsts" you will experience throughout this year.

04/25/2026

When you lose someone you love, you need people who will offer compassionate support and care. We want to be that for you and your family.

At Shoemaker Funeral Home, we treat every family like they are our family. From start to finish, you can rely on us to be there for you, making a difficult situation a little bit easier, no matter what.

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04/24/2026

Many families include funeral readings to personalize a loved one's funeral service, but what passages should you choose? If you'd like a little help, check out this list of 10 literary readings to consider!

Literary readings can add personalization and dimension to any funeral or memorial service. Check out this list of options to consider!

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day! The first official Earth Day was celebrated in 1970, which makes this our nation's 56th annual celebration of the day. Is there anything you do to cut down on waste and protect our planet?

04/20/2026

Terry E. Swindell

Terry Edward Swindell, 79, of New Alexandria, PA (Loyalhanna Twp.), passed away peacefully on Friday, April 17, 2026, at his home. Born on July 4, 1946, in Bedford, Pennsylvania, Terry was the son of the late Matthew I. and Catherine (Gamble) Swindell. Terry worked as a mechanical designer. He proudly served our country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, where he received the Purple Heart award and the Orange Heart award. He was a member of the Pleasant...

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04/20/2026

Alex James Tamsula

Alex James Tamsula, 69, of Blairsville, PA (Burrell Twp.) passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at home. The son of Alex A. Tamsula, and Pauline (Rohaly) Tamsula, he was born on December 12, 1956, in Homestead, PA. Alex went to Blairsville High School, Class of 1974, and graduated from Indiana University in 1978 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and a minor in Political Science. He was a writer, gifted cartoon artist, film maker, film critic, religious...

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04/17/2026

If you are a veteran, then you may be eligible for burial in a national cemetery - free of charge! Check out this list of national cemeteries across the United States and then chat with a funeral director about your options and how to plan ahead for your funeral wishes as a veteran.

Are you interested in burial or inurnment at a national cemetery? Check out this list of national cemeteries and find one to fit your needs.