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12/20/2025

Marcella J. Simpson

Marcella J. "Marcy" (Mortimer) Simpson, 97, of Natrona Heights, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 19, 2025. She was born July 22, 1928, in Creighton to the late Clarence and Flora R. (Wyant) Mortimer. Marcy worked as a secretary for Highlands School District for 26 years. She was a member of the Janes United Methodist Church in Creighton, the YMCA in Natrona Heights and the United Methodist Women. Marcy enjoyed outdoor activities, walking and crossword puzzles. She is survived by...

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12/19/2025

Joseph T. Horning

Joseph T. Horning, of Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on August 11, 1933, Joe was the son of Louis and Estelle Horning, longtime owners of Horning’s Supermarket. He was a devoted Catholic and a faithful member of Blessed Sacrament Church. Joe was a graduate of Har-Brack High School and went on to attend the University of Maryland on a football scholarship. An exceptional athlete, he set several records during...

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12/14/2025

Franklin Trinkala

Franklin Trinkala (“Trink”), of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2025, at the age of 85. During his final days, he was surrounded by loving and caring family members and friends. He is survived by his devoted wife, Shirley (Valarik), and his beloved daughter, Leah. He was the son of Rose Masko and the last surviving member of five siblings: Deloris, Sandra, Margie, Ronnie, and David. Trink was a hardworking man who always provided for his family. He...

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12/11/2025

Carol E. Gibson

Carol E. (Erb) Gibson, 82, of Tarentum, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. She was born January 12, 1943, in New Kensington a daughter of the late James and Mildred (Johnson) Erb. Carol was a 1960 graduate of Ken High. She worked as an assembler for M.S.A. in Cranberry and held various other jobs throughout her working career. Carol was a member of the former First Evangelical Lutheran Church in New Kensington. She enjoyed her trips to Lancaster, playing...

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12/11/2025

Amelia R. Sharp

Amelia R. (Mazak) Sharp, 91, of Leechburg, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 surrounded by family. She went to spend her eternal life with our Lord and Savior. She was born May 10, 1934, in North Vandergrift to the late Peter and Veronica (Pasterik) Mazak. Millie worked for over 40 years at the Donghia Lumber Company in Vandergrift. She was a member of Christ the King Parish in Gilpin Township. She was strong in her Catholic faith with her...

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12/10/2025

Jack W. Simpson

Jack W. Simpson, 96, of Natrona Heights, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. He was born October 2, 1929, in Sarver to the late William P. and Ella I. (Walters) Simpson. Jack retired after 41 years of service as a truck driver for PPG Research in Harmarville, Pa. He was awarded the million mile driving safety award for his service. Jack was a member of Janes United Methodist Church in Creighton, the YMCA in Natrona Heights and was...

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12/09/2025

Eli J. Swierczewski

Eli J. Swierczewski, 24, of Dublin, Ohio, formerly of Natrona Heights passed away on Monday, December 8, 2025. He was born November 16, 2001, in Natrona Heights to Brian Swierczewski and Pamela (Nowicki) Swierczewski. Eli was a 2020 graduate of St. Joseph High School, where he played baseball, basketball and soccer. He received his bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering in 2024 from the University of Dayton. For the past two years he worked as a mechanical engineer for Honda in...

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12/02/2025

Cyrus Earl Miller, Jr.

Cyrus Earl Miller Jr., 92 years old, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at the Fair Winds Manor in Sarver, Butler County, PA. Cyrus was born on February 10, 1933, in North Buffalo Township, Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, to the late Cyrus Earl Miller Sr. and Charlotte Pauline (Claypool) Miller. Cyrus Earl Miller Jr.’s schooling ended when he started the 9th grade at Leechburg High School, PA. Cyrus then began working on farms and the PRR (Pennsylvania RailRoad) until he...

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11/23/2025

Richard S. Potocni

Richard Stephen “Rich” Potocni, 85, passed away on November 22, 2025. Born August 1, 1940 in Natrona Heights, he is the son of the late Stephen and Helen (Pelczar) Potocni. He is a Catholic. Rich is a 1958 graduate of Har-Brack High School. After graduation, he served in the Navy and was stationed in the Caribbean. Upon completion of his service, he worked for Oberg Industries, Allegheny Ludlum and Penn United. Rich inherited a great love of the outdoors from...

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11/13/2025

Ronald J. Misejka

Ronald Joseph “Shake” Misejka, of Natrona Heights, passed away on November 12, 2025 surrounded by his loving family, at the age of 78. Ronald was born on July 13, 1947 in Natrona Heights, PA to Joseph and Dorothy (Pater) Misejka. Ron married his High School sweetheart Linda (Crowe) Misejka, who he often referred to as his Guardian Angel and recently celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary. He was a 1965 graduate of Tarentum High School and was the Quarterback for the...

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11/11/2025

Rosemarie Krzeminski

Rosemarie ( Krasowski) Krzeminski, 95, of Lower Burrell, Pa., passed away peacefully on Monday, November 10, 2025. She was born November 14, 1929, in Natrona, to the late Bruno and Theresa (Rehak) Krzeminski. Rose dedicated many years working in the shoe department at the same store location, through its transitions from Horne’s to Lazarus and eventually Macy’s in Natrona Heights. She enjoyed playing cards at the senior center, bowling, and going to the movies. Rose was a member of Guardian...

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11/11/2025

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, dedication, and sacrifice. Their commitment to protecting our freedoms is a debt we can never fully repay, but one we will always remember.

At Cicholski-Zidek Funeral Home, we are deeply grateful for our veterans and their families—past, present, and future. Thank you for your service, your strength, and your sacrifice.

“A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.” — Joseph Campbell

From our family to yours, thank you to all who have served.