Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home

04/21/2026

Joseph Franklin Thomas, age 72, of Rices Landing, Pa. and formerly of Mt. Morris, Pa. and Valdosta, Ga., passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born May 4, 1953, one of eight children born to the late Chester and Lucille (Stump) Thomas. Joe was a 1972 graduate of Waynesburg High School, where he excelled in sports (football, baseball, track and wrestling). He was a true sportsman who loved hunting, fishing, and camping, spending time with dear friends in the mountains of Driftwood, Cameron County, Pa. Joe loved golfing and would rather be on the golf course than anywhere else. He worked for Skyline and BathCraft in Valdosta and for RM Manufacturing in Waynesburg. Joe attended Hewitt Presbyterian Church in Rices Landing. On February 29, 1992 in Mather, Pa. he married the love of his life, Phyllis (Yeager) from Spraggs, Pa., who survives.

Surviving is a daughter, Jeanette Thomas of St. Augustine, Fla.; a stepson, Joshua Rose (Crystal) of Washington, Pa.; three granddaughters, Hannah Bass (Dylan), Destanee Thomas and Paige Green (Coby); grandson, Aaron Joseph Thomas; seven great grandchildren, Aaleyah, Bella, Cameron, Saint, Rayla, Ryser and Ellis; a brother, Larry Thomas (Linda) of Waynesburg; step brother, Dennis Thomas of Uniontown, Pa.; his beloved pets, Kimba and Lacie. Deceased in addition to his parents are four brothers, Dave, Clyde, Pete and Danny Thomas and one sister, Peggy Foley.

Family and friends will be welcomed from 3 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 23, 2026 where a funeral service will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home, Inc., Carmichaels, Pa., Paul M. Lesako, Funeral Director/Owner and Aaron S. Walker, Funeral Director.

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04/19/2026

William (Bill) Arthur Ruse Sr., lovingly known as Junior, passed away on April 17, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born on November 4, 1951, in Carmichaels, Pa., to William Joseph and Betty Mae Ruse.

Bill loved his wife of 55 years, Wilmalee (Eggers) Ruse, fiercely. He was deeply devoted to her, and their little Dakota. Together they built a beautiful family filled with joy, blessings, and love. Bill loved spending time, and taking vacations, with his family. Traveling to Tennessee was one of Bill and Wilma’s favorite adventures.

Carrying on his memory, spirit, and devotion to family are his sons; Chad (Rebecca) Ruse and Brad Sr. (Kristi) Ruse, and daughter in law Kelly (DeBolt) Ruse wife of his oldest son, William Michael Ruse Sr., who was waiting for and is now rejoicing with him in Heaven, Bill’s grandchildren; Micaela (Tim) Boyer, Michael, Kasey (David) Jones, Chad Jr. (Taylor), Brad Jr. (Andrea), Shelby (Ryan) Gray, and William Jr., Garrity Matthews, Tereva Phillips; great-grandchildren Harper, TJ, and Madison who will continue the Ruse legacy of family first, always love unconditionally and never forget where you came from.

Bill was a man who loved to tinker and could fix just about anything. He collected all sorts of things that “someone might need one day.” He was always ready to lend a hand and generously shared his talent for fixing, building, and remodeling, especially when it came to making a beautiful home for his wife. One of his greatest joys was teaching, supervising, and directing his children and grandchildren as they worked alongside him.

He was a faithful employee of Rich’s Mobile Homes for many years, and later Route 21 Homes, where he continued to dedicate himself through many more years of hard work.

Bill came from a large and loving family, being the second oldest son of 11 children. He is uncle to more than 20 nieces and nephews, Dad to 8 children, including his honorary son Robert (Anna) Rankin, Pappy to 10-plus grandchildren, and great-grandfather to 3, with more blessings still to come.

Bill’s life was beautiful, his legacy is eternal, and his memory will forever live on in the hearts, values, and character of the family who was blessed to have him as their foundation.

Family and friends will be welcomed from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday in the Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home, Inc., Carmichaels, Pa., Paul M. Lesako, Funeral Director/Owner and Aaron S. Walker, Funeral Director. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 with Chris Goggins officiating. Interment will follow in Greene County Memorial Park, Waynesburg, Pa.

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04/15/2026

Kevin Earl Buckingham, age 63, of Washington, Pa., formerly of Arizona and Rices Landing, Pa., passed away at home following a brief illness. He was born April 14, 1962 in Waynesburg, Pa. a son of the late Lewis Elwood and Nancy Carol (Hathaway) Buckingham. Kevin was a graduate of Jefferson Morgan High School Class of 1980. He lived and worked in Arizona for over 30 years before moving back to Washington in 2019. Kevin worked for the Loomis Company, retiring in November 2025 with over 39 years of service.

Surviving is a son, Ryan McCollum (Brandi) of Mather, Pa. and their daughter Kira; two brothers, Bill Buckingham (Kathy) of Harrisburg, NC and Lee Buckingham (Cindy) of Washington, W. Va.; a sister, Martha Nedley (John) of Clarksville, Pa. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Arrangements are private and have been entrusted to the Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home, Inc., Carmichaels, Pa., Paul M. Lesako, Funeral Director/Owner and Aaron S. Walker, Funeral Director.

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04/14/2026

Josh Michael Brown, age 30, of Carmichaels, Pa., passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026 as the result of an accident. He was born February 13, 1996 in Butler, Pa., a son of Lloyd Michael and Sherry Anne (Finch) Brown. Josh was a 2014 graduate of West Greene High School and worked as a coal miner for Bailey Mine, where he wouldn’t miss a day of work for anything. He loved anything that had to do with the outdoors; hunting, fishing, shooting guns, or just sitting by the fire. Josh loved riding motorcycles as often as he could. He was a member of the USCCA and the Waynesburg Sportsmen’s Club. On June 18, 2022 he married Janel Nicole (Craig), who survives and their fur babies, Moxie, Daisy and Stella.

Also surviving is a sister, Natasha Walker (Ben) of Conway, SC; brother, Jacob N. Brown (Autumn) of Glen Easton, W.Va.; brothers from another mother, Jonathan T. Brown (Natasha) of New Freeport, Pa. and Wyatt T. Finch of McKees Rocks, Pa.; nephew, Riley Brown; nieces, Avery and Bailey Walker; great niece, Riley Lee; paternal grandfather, Albert J. Brown, Sr., Holbrook, Pa.; maternal grandfather, James F. Finch of Graysville, Pa.; mother-in-law, Janice Cooper of Carmichaels; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Deceased is paternal grandmother Betty L. Brown and maternal grandmother Bonnie L. Finch.

Arrangements are private and have been entrusted to the Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home, Inc., Carmichaels, Pa., Paul M. Lesako, Funeral Director/Owner and Aaron S. Walker, Funeral Director. The family suggests donations to the Greene County Humane Society, 183 Jefferson Rd., Waynesburg, Pa. 15370 or a charity of one’s choice.

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04/05/2026

Howard R. “Bud” Bradmon, Jr., 84, of Carmichaels, Pa., passed away on April 3, 2026, after a long illness with his wife by his side.

He was born on September 5, 1941 in Grindstone, Pa. the son of the late Howard R. Sr. and Gladys Bradmon.

Bud owned and operated Bradmon Auto, where he specialized in antique car restoration. In his later years, he loved to go in search of antiques and unique items that he would display in his garage.

He is survived by his wife, Sara Ann (Swartz) whom he married on November 7, 1963. His sons, Ben Sr. (Lynn) and Eugene (Jenny), grandchildren Guinevere, Jacob, Ben Jr, Caleb, Grace, Dan, Rachel and Rebecca, 14 great-grandchildren and a sister Susan (Donald) Weinschenker.

He was preceded in death, in addition to his parents, by his son, Jack, brothers, Lloyd, Wayne, Jess, Jim, and sister Nancy.

A celebration of life will be held on April 18, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at the Rices Landing Church of Christ, 1863, Jefferson Rd, Rices Landing, Pa. Funeral arrangements are under the care of the Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home, Inc., Carmichaels, Pa., Paul M. Lesako, Funeral Director/Owner and Aaron S. Walker, Funeral Director.

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03/30/2026

A hui hou Sharon June Chun, age 69, of Nemacolin, Pa., who received her heavenly wings on Monday, March 23, 2026.

Sharon was born in Honolulu, Hawaii on March 30th, 1956, as Sharon June Hendricks to her parents: Shirley Baker of Waianae, Hawaii and Robert Hendricks of Brownsville, Pa. As a child, Sharon had a passion for hula dancing and running track.

In 1974, Sharon graduated from Waianae High School in Waianae, Hawaii. While pursuing her studies, she worked as a paralegal and maintained an active interest in hula dancing. As a student athlete, Sharon earned distinction as Hawaii’s state runner-up in hurdles as a representative of Waianae’s Track and Field team.

On August 31st, 1974, Sharon married Earl Ah Fong Chun of Nanakuli, Hawaii. Sharon spent most of her life as a homemaker and beloved mother of three sons: Earl, Sheldon and Fabian. She cherished her family, but most of all, her love for her boys and grandchildren were undeniable.

Sharon loved on others through their stomachs. She loved cooking and baking her delicious island cuisines and was inspired to open the Oriental Express. The Oriental Express originally operated as a take-out restaurant in Nemacolin, PA that successfully grew into a seated restaurant serving island flavored breakfast, lunch and dinner in Carmichaels, PA. The restaurant had to close its doors due to Sharon’s medical health condition.

Sharon continued her passion of cooking and those who knew Sharon knew that you never left her home empty handed, or on an empty stomach.

Sharon is survived by her sons, Sheldon (Shannon) Chun Sr. of Carmichaels, Pa. and Fabian (Sherri) Chun of Nemacolin; her grandchildren, Sheldon Chun Jr, Shelby (Chris) Dodson, Earl James Chun, Jr., Kai Chun, Shayden Chun, Shanden Chun, Ke’Lani Chun, Nya Diamond and Kalei’a Chun; her great grandchildren, River Chun, Beckett Chun, Isabella Ridgley, Isaiah Ridgley, Ilias Ridgley, Alayna and Arabella Dodson; her siblings, Robert (Loretta) Hendricks, Donna (Steve) Long, Derek Baker, Collen (Gary) Kalist; her daughter-in-law, Nicole Chun; her brother-in-law, Donald Lopez; and many loved nieces and nephews.

Sharon is preceded in death by her husband of 30 years, Earl Ah Fong Chun; her mother, Shirley Baker; her son, Earl J. A. F. Chun, Sr.; her sister, Darlene Lopez; her sister-in-law, Angela Baker and many other loved ones.

Sharon’s enduring qualities of generosity and hospitality will be profoundly missed and respectfully remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her memory will continue to serve as an enduring source of guidance and comfort for future generations.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home, Inc., Carmichaels, Pa., Paul M. Lesako, Funeral Director/Owner and Aaron S. Walker, Funeral Director. A Celebration of Life will be held at a date and time to be announced.

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03/30/2026

Janis A. Budner, age 78, of Carmichaels, Pa. and formerly of Richeyville, Pa., passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026 in the Uniontown Hopital – WVU Medicine, Uniontown, Pa. She was born April 5, 1947 in Pittsburgh, Pa. a daughter of the late Raymond and Marion (Kramer) Rudolph. Janis worked for many years at Giant Eagle in Bentleyville, Pa. as a Deli Clerk. Her life’s work was helping operate, with her family, an award winning dairy farm in Washington County. She was a Cub Master with the local Pack in the California, Pa. area for many years during the 90’s. Janis enjoyed baking and gardening in her “free time”. She, along with her husband, was members of the American Antique Club of America, Ford Retractable Club, Buick Club of America and the Oldsmobile Club. She married William J. Budner, who survives.

Surviving are three children, Sherri Shorts (Michael) of Richeyville, John Michael Budner of Bentleyville and George Michael Budner of Carmichaels; four grandchildren, Christopher and Katelynn Budner and James and Robert Hrabovsky; a sister, Carolyn Schreiber (Robert) and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Deceased in addition to her parents is a son John Raymond Hrabovsky.

Family and friends will be welcome from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday and from 11:00 to noon on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 where a Blessing Service will be held on Wednesday at noon in the Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home, Inc., Carmichaels, Pa. 15320, Paul M. Lesako, Funeral Director/Owner and Aaron S. Walker, Funeral Director.

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03/27/2026

Tammy Renee Lehew Ball, age 56, of Waynesburg, Pa., passed away peacefully at her home on Friday March 20, 2026.

She was born on March 30, 1969, Tammy was the daughter of Twila Piatt Lehew and the late John L. Lehew Sr. She had a kind, giving heart and was the kind of person who would do anything for anyone. She cared deeply about the people in her life and always made sure they knew it.

Tammy loved the simple things. She loved the beach and often talked about being near the water. She enjoyed shopping, crocheting, diamond art, was extremely passionate about gardening, and always looked forward to family get-togethers. She adored her dogs, Ginger and Buttercup, and they meant the world to her.

She is survived by her mother, Twila Lehew; her sons, Roger Lee (Aleita) Ball III of Garards Fort and Jonathan (Michelle) Ball of Waynesburg; the father of her sons, Roger L. Ball Jr.; and her grandchildren, Zander Hall, Aubrey Ball, and Jonathan Ball, whom she loved so much. She is also survived by her brother, John Lehew Jr., and her sister, Janie (Bill White) Lehew; her nieces and nephew, Brianna (Andrew Boiaroff) Lehew, Kaylee (Logan) Iams, Dylan (Destiny Schneehagen) Powell, and Shelby Lehew; and her great-nieces and nephews, Sadie, Greyson, Eleanor, Amelia, Baylee, Brynlee, and Finley, as well as many beloved cousins, aunts, and uncles.

She was preceded in death by her father, John L. Lehew Sr.; her fiancé, James K. McCombs; her maternal grandparents, James and Betty Piatt; and her paternal grandparents, John and Betty Lehew.

Tammy will be remembered for her big heart and the way she showed up for people, even in the smallest ways. She will be deeply missed by everyone who knew and loved her.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home, Inc., Carmichaels, Pa., Paul M. Lesako, Funeral Director/Owner and Aaron S. Walker, Funeral Director.

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03/26/2026

Donna Jean Dean, age 82 of Waynesburg, Pa., passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 in her home, surrounded by her family, following a brief illness. She was born January 4, 1944 in Waynesburg, Pa., a daughter of the late James Stickles and Doris Kathleen (Watson) Tharp. Donna was known around the area as the “Bingo Queen”, she could always be found in the evenings playing bingo somewhere. She loved a good bingo or cash bash and enjoyed supporting the local organizations that held them. Donna had a soft spot for animals, especially strays and would help find them a good home. She was a member of the Waynesburg Moose Lodge 461, Fraternal Order of the Eagles 598 and Waynesburg VFW Post 4793. Donna was a wonderful and loving homemaker, wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. On August 27, 1960 she married Anthony Robert Dean, Sr., who survives.

Also surviving are two daughters, Kathy Arbogast of Carmichaels, Pa. and Kim Jordan of Jefferson, Pa.; a son Bobby Dean, Jr. of Waynesburg; three grandchildren, Nikki Fillhart (Adrian), Travis Arbogast (Whitney) and TJ Jordan; five great grandchildren, Drew Calvert, Emma Arbogast, Jaxon Arbogast, Adalynn Jordan and Blaire Jordan; two brothers, Rodney Rush of Sycamore, Pa. and Tom Rush of Greensburg, Pa. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews and cousins. Deceased in addition to her parents are two brothers, Ronnie Stickles and Joe Rush and a sister Margaret Ullom.

Family and friends will be welcome from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, in the Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home, Inc., Carmichaels, Pa., Paul M. Lesako, Funeral Director/Owner and Aaron S. Walker, Funeral Director. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 28, 2026. Interment will follow in Rosemont Cemetery, Rogersville, Pa.

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03/16/2026

Dolores Antonacci (née Moravitz), age 90, of Dry Tavern, Pa., passed away on March 9 after a long battle with dementia. Dolores married young, at just 16 years old in 1952, to her husband John. Together they welcomed one son, Lance, in 1957. Dolores was a tried and true farmstead wife. While John worked outside the home, she could be found canning, tending the garden and animals, cooking and baking, hanging clothes on the line, making hay, taking care of the family - running the household and the land with a diligent hand. In her spare time, she enjoyed crocheting, watching the birds, and horseback riding. In 1969, John started his own business, Tri-County Carpet, a carpet and flooring provider, where Dolores ran the books, handled the sales, and was the face of the business until 1982 when they both retired. Through a lifetime of hard work, John and Dolores were able to travel extensively, taking trips to Hawaii, the Bahamas, and John’s home country of Italy. They also travelled locally, most often in search of the best fresh peaches, first with their son in tow, and then their granddaughters. In her later years, Dolores enjoyed visiting with friends, teaching her granddaughter to ride horses, and hosting Sunday family dinners. At the holidays, an array of homemade cookies could always be found.

She is preceded in death by husband John and two infant daughters, Cynthia and Karen. Dolores is survived by son Lance, and granddaughters Micalyn and Kellyn.

Dolores will be cremated and her ashes spread on the family farm in a private ceremony. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home, Inc., Carmichaels, Pa., Paul M. Lesako, Funeral Director/Owner and Aaron S. Walker, Funeral Director.

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Welcome to Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home, Inc. Lesako Funeral Home has been providing funeral care since the 1890s. We take pride in serving the Carmichaels, Pennsylvania community.

03/14/2026

Peggy V. (Smith) Ferrier, age 86 of Carmichaels, Pa., passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 in Waynesburg Health & Rehabilitation Center in Waynesburg, Pa. She was born November 30, 1939 in Cambridge, England a daughter of the late Reginald and Nadine Smith. Mrs. Ferrier was the last of her immediate family.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026 in Laurel Point Cemetery, Carmichaels. Services have been entrusted to the Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home, Inc., Carmichaels, Paul M. Lesako, Funeral Director/Owner and Aaron S. Walker, Funeral Director.

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Welcome to Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home, Inc. Lesako Funeral Home has been providing funeral care since the 1890s. We take pride in serving the Carmichaels, Pennsylvania community.

03/14/2026

Charles Grant Heasley, age 83 of Waynesburg, Pa., passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 in UPMC Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh, Pa. following a brief illness. He was born on August 25, 1942 in Waynesburg a son of the late Calvin Wayne and Jane (Hoskinson) Heasley. Mr. Heasley was a 1961 graduate of Waynesburg High School and lived in the Waynesburg area all of his life. Growing up he worked for his parents, who owned Heasley’s Men Store in Waynesburg. This is where he developed his taste in fine clothing and was always “dressed to the nines”, even till the very end. Later when the store was sold he began, what would be a long career, as an insurance salesman which started with J. A. Goodwin Agency in Waynesburg and later for Insurance Services in Greensburg, Pa. He became district representative for the tri-state area of Pennsylvania, Maryland and West Virginia until his retirement. Mr. Heasley made many lifelong friends along the way, from coworker to clients alike. He was an avid sports fan, especially the Steelers, Pirates, Penguins and Penn State. There was always a football game on the TV and he shared that love of the game with his children. When he wasn’t watching sports he could be found hunting in the woods and never got any mud on his boots, playing a quick nine holes with friends at Rohanna's Golf Course where he was a member or fixing things around the house, a true “handyman”. Mr. Heasley enjoyed traveling, whether with his coworkers on business trips or with the love of his life, his wife Donna, children and grandchildren in different places throughout the summers. One of his greatest passions was cooking and he couldn’t wait to find new recipes to master and invite his family over for holidays and cookouts. Mr. Heasley was a proud member of the Waynesburg Lodge 461 Loyal Order of the Moose and the Washington Elks Lodge 776. He had a soft spot for animals, especially his beloved dog Buddy. On June 9, 1962 he married Donna L. Santore, who survives.

Also surviving are his children; a daughter, Vicki Snyder (Mark) of Waynesburg and a son, Calvin W. Heasley (Beth) of Canonsburg, Pa.; grandchildren, Cara Snyder of Wilmington, NC, Michael Heasley (Tory) of Carnegie, Pa., Matthew Snyder of Waynesburg and Gianna Faigley (Sam) of Cecil, Pa.; great grandchildren, Colson Heasley, Addy McKee and Milani Faigley. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews and cousins. Deceased are a grandson, Grant Charles Heasley and two sisters, Charlotte Minehart and Barbara Weimer.

A graveside service will he held at noon on Friday, March 27, 2026 at Greene County Memorial Park, Waynesburg. Later that evening a Celebration of Life will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Waynesburg Lodge Loyal Order of the Moose, 140 S. Morgan St., Waynesburg, Pa. 15370. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Paul M. Lesako Funeral Home, Inc., Carmichaels, Pa., Paul M. Lesako, Funeral Director/Owner and Aaron S. Walker, Funeral Director.

The family suggests donations be made to a charity of ones choice.

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