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Donovan Kole (Donnie) Brock, age 17, of Spraggs died December 3, 2020 in his home. Donnie was born November 10, 2003 in Washington, Pa, the son of Roy Brock and Jamie Blouir. Also surviving are 5 siblings; Chase Blouir, Jayleia Blouir, Jordyn Blouir, Conner Brock, and Roy Brock Jr.; step-father, Robert Cain; maternal grandparents Edna and Sonny Schrader; paternal grandmother, Lexa Esh; step-grandparents, Burl and Harriet Cain; good friend, Jessie Evans, and many aunts, uncle...s, and cousins. Deceased is his paternal grandfather, Roy A. Brock Jr. Donnie had formerly attended Central Greene High School. He was on the football team. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, riding his BMX Bike, and working his grand paps salvage yard. He loved the great outdoors. Funeral arrangements are private under the direction of the Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home Inc., 204 Dowlin Ave., Carmichaels, Pa, 15320, (724)966-5100. Donations are being accepted at the funeral home on behalf of the family. See more

Paige Danielle Shea of Carmichaels, passed away unexpectedly in her home Sunday, November 29, 2020, at the age of 25. Paige was born February 23, 1995 and was the beloved daughter of Rita and Sean Shea. Paige is survived by her parents and two brothers, Liam and Taggart, and grandmother Mary Bayard. She was preceded in death by her grandfather Richard Bayard, and grandparents Robert and Mary (Nanny) Shea. Paige will be missed by her aunts and uncles, and by her many cousi...ns. Paige led a challenged life, but never expressed anger or resentment, and always had a smile for anyone who interacted with her. She loved spending time with family, riding horses and listening to happy music. Paige attended the LAVI day program at the Western PA School for Blind Children in Pittsburgh. She was her Daddy’s girl and Mommy’s little angel, and words cannot express the loss felt by her early passing. Arrangements are entrusted to the Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home Inc., 204 Dowlin Avenue, Carmichaels, PA 15320, (724)966-5100, but due to the current pandemic, they will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Western PA Epilepsy Association, 1501 Reedsdale Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15233 or the Western PA School for Blind Children, 201 N. Bellefield Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. See more

Carolyn Wheeler Brown, 53 of Rices Landing was greeted into God’s loving arms on November 21, 2020 in Uniontown Hospital due to complications of COVID-19. Carolyn held many titles in her life, but her greatest were Mom and Nunnie. Carol is survived by her husband, Kenneth R. Brown Jr, a stepdaughter Annie Gray, and two daughters Jessica Horton and Jamie (Cory) Titchenell. And 3 of her greatest joys, her grandchildren, Kylie and Mason Titchenell, and Brooklyn Chambers. Al...so surviving are brother Paul (Liz) Wheeler Jr., sister Christina Wheeler, brother Stephen (Jeny) Wheeler, Patrick (Lauren) Wheeler, Proceeding Carolyn in death is a son, Jason Kelly, Parents Dale (Nancy) Higgs, and Paul (Nancy) Wheeler Sr. She also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, and cousins that she truly loved and cared about. For the past 6 years Carol held the position of Vocational Director at Greene Arc where she enjoyed working with individuals with disabilities. Her prior work experience included working at the Behavioral Health Unit at the former Waynesburg Hospital and a teacher at Calvary Chapel Christian School in Fredricktown. Carol was also an active member of Calvary Baptist of Uniontown. Her family would like her to be remembered for her infectious laugh and her ability to brighten anyone’s day. Her family takes peace in knowing that she knew and loved her Lord and Savior, and is now dancing in heaven with Jesus! Arrangements are entrusted to the Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home Inc., 204 Dowlin Ave., Carmichaels, Pa, 15320, (724)966-5100. Due to COVID restrictions a memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the funeral home. See more

Charles F. Houston passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2020, at Carrington Place, Wytheville, Va. He was born on November 13, 1924, in Apollo, Armstrong Co., Pa., to William A. Houston and Mary Ellen Uptegraph Houston, He served in the US Army during WWII in Company G, 315th Infantry, 79th Cross of Lorraine Division. Charles was wounded in the Battle of Saint-Lo, France. He was a member of the Fort Chiswell, Va., United Methodist Church. Charlie never met a stranger. He ...was quick to make friendships, and had a great sense of humor and a wide smile A retired machinist, he is preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Polly Kiracofe Houston. They loved animals and always had dogs as well as having rescued birds, cats and even a duck. In his retirement, he enjoyed wood working and vegetable gardening He was previously married to Elizabeth King Boyle and Dorla Corbin, both deceased. He is also preceded in death by a grandson, Bryan Allen, son-in-law, Sam Winsboro, and son-in-law Jake Powers, and a great granddaughter, May Kjenstad. He is survived by his six children, Linda Houston (Walker Kennedy), Charles Houston (Patricia), Peggie Sue Stubblefield (David), Joyce Houston, Joseph Houston (Ann), and Julia Rush (Jason), five step-children, Diane Winsboro (friend, John Sorrells) Andy Kiracofe (Edith), Judy Allen, Joy Taylor (John), and Bruce Kiracofe (Elizabeth Torrey), as well as 18 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren Arrangements are private and entrusted to the Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home Inc., 204 Dowlin Ave., Carmichaels, Pa, 15320, (724)966-5100. See more

Donald Jacob Ross Jr., age 45 of Carmichaels, formerly of Waynesburg, died November 16, 2020 in U.P.M.C. Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh after a long illness. Mr. Ross was born January 15, 1975 in Uniontown, the son of Margaret Riley and Donald J. Ross Sr. who survive. Donald is also survived by 2 children; Alexis Ross and Kelley Smith, both of Bobtown, 3 siblings, Leona Warnick, Amanda Cramer, and Chad Wyland; 2 grandchildren, and his stepfather, George Wyland. Deceas...ed are a brother, David Warnick, and sister, Shannon Riley. Mr. Ross worked at a car washer in Waynesburg when he was able. Services are private under the direction of the Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home Inc., 204 Dowlin Ave., Carmichaels, Pa, 15320, (724)966-5100. See more