<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-16"?> <rss xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance" xmlns:xsd="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema" version="2.0"> <channel> <description>Rairigh Funeral Home provides online obituaries, funeral notices, condolences, tributes and death notices - powered by the national CurrentObituary.com database.</description> <item> <description>Paul D. Hankinson III, 27, of Black Lick, PA passed away on Friday, November 6, 2026. The son of Jamie L. (Sturgeon) Hillegas and Paul D. Hankinson II, he was born on July 30, 1999 in Indiana, PA. He worked at Advanced Carbide Grinding in Derry, PA. Paul was known for his kind and gentle heart, always willing to lend a helping hand or go out of his way to do something for anyone in need. He shared a special bond with his best friend and faithful companion, his beloved dog, Hercules. Paul found great joy in spending time outdoors, especially fishing and tending to his large vegetable garden, which he took great pride in. These simply pleasures brought him happiness and reflected his love for the outdoors. Paul is survived by his parents; Jamie Hillegas and fiance, Jeff Mayak of Johnstown, PA; his father, Paul D. Hankinson II; his sister, Brittney Hankinson; his brother, Koltin Dugan and his niece, Ember Bates, all of Windber, PA; his aunt and uncle, Avanell and Homer Adams of Black Lick, PA and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Paul was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents: Paula Shearer and Duane Sturgeon and his paternal grandfather, Paul D. Hankinson I. Family and friends will be received from 6-8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at the Rairigh Funeral Home, Ltd. in Hillsdale, PA, where an 11:00 a.m. funeral service will be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Interment will be at East Mahoning Cemetery, Purchase Line, PA. In lieu of flowers, Paul s family would appreciate contributions towards his funeral expenses be forwarded to: Rairigh Funeral Home, Ltd., P. O. Box 137, Hillsdale, PA 15746. Visit www.rairighfh.com to sign Paul s guestbook and share condolences. </description> <enclosure length="0" type="image/jpeg" url="https://currentobitwebstorage.blob.core.windows.net/247/61200311fa224483bd82e1491615b933.jpg" /> <link>https://www.currentobituary.com/member/obit/303700</link> <pubDateParsed>2026-11-13T00:35:34.1973963Z</pubDateParsed> <title>Paul D. Hankinson III&lt;br/&gt;Nov 06, 2026</title> </item> <item> <description>Karen Leigh (Vasbinder) Ober, 63, of Commodore, PA passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Hillsdale Park Nursing, Hillsdale, PA surrounded by her loving family. The daughter of Robert Arthur and Evelyn Joan (Blose) Vasbinder, she was born on April 20, 1963 in Indiana, PA. Karen was a graduate of Purchase Line High School and furthered her education with an Associate degree in the business field. She was a longtime member of Plum Church, where she served as the church treasurer. On August 14, 1993, Karen married Ronald Dale Ober. They have shared over thirty-three years of marriage together. For the past thirty-five years, Karen was employed as the Director of Fund Administration with the Foundation for IUP. Karen formerly served as a trustee and treasurer for her alma mater, the Purchase Line Red Dragon Foundation. In her leisure time, she enjoyed crocheting and was known for being a talented cook and baker. At the heart of Karen s life was her faith and spending time with her husband, kids, grandchildren and extended family at family gatherings and activities. Karen is survived by her husband, Ron; her children: Breann Baughman and husband, Nick; Evan Ober and wife, Emily and Madilyn Ober and fiance, Cormac Pagnucci and her two grandchildren: Harper and Brooks Baughman. Karen was anxiously awaiting the arrival of her grandson, Max Ober, in January. Also surviving are her mother, Evelyn; her siblings: Barry Vasbinder and wife, Jodie (Baker); Julie Fetterman and husband, Greg and Douglas Vasbinder and wife Deana (Mumau) and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Vasbinder and a niece, Alicia Vasbinder. Family and friends will be received from 2:00  4:00 p.m. and 6:00  8:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 1, 2026 at the Rairigh Funeral Home Ltd. in Hillsdale, PA. Visitation will continue on Monday, November 2, 2026 at the Plum Church, 17107 Route 286 Hwy East, Commodore, PA from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the 11:00 a.m. funeral service. Pastor Ray Hill will officiate. Interment will follow at Rowley Cemetery, Hillsdale, PA. Please visit www.rairighfh.com to sign Karen s guestbook and share condolence messages. </description> <enclosure length="0" type="image/jpeg" url="https://currentobitwebstorage.blob.core.windows.net/247/528ed116575d45919c3d67a812898a34.jpeg" /> <link>https://www.currentobituary.com/member/obit/303568</link> <pubDateParsed>2026-11-13T00:35:34.1973963Z</pubDateParsed> <title>Karen Leigh (Vasbinder) Ober&lt;br/&gt;Oct 29, 2026</title> </item> <item> <description>Paula Woody Varner, 72, of Indiana, Pennsylvania, passed away on October 22, 2026. Born on June 4, 1954, in Conemaugh, Pennsylvania, Paula was the daughter of Ellwood Varner Sr. and Adeline (Hallow) Varner. She graduated from Purchase Line High School in 1972 and went on to earn a degree in physical education from Slippery Rock University in 1976. Following graduation, Paula worked as a substitute teacher in schools throughout the area. She also worked part-time as a sports writer and spent time caring for her niece and nephew. She later became the editor of the Mainline newspaper, a position she held until her retirement. Paula enjoyed her retirement alongside her life partner, Lori. They shared a love of dining out at their favorite restaurants and enjoying sporting events. Paula and Lori shared a love of animals, adopting and caring for many cats throughout their lifetime together. Paula also cherished her close relationship with her niece and nephew and remained a constant presence in their lives. She will be fondly remembered for her sense of humor, straightforward nature, and no-nonsense attitude. Paula was preceded in death by her parents, Ellwood Varner Sr. and Adeline Varner; her sisters, Adelyn Varner and Renee (Varner) Lash; her brother Ellwood Varner, Jr.; and her life partner Kay  Lori Nulph. She is survived by her nephew, Alex Lash, and his wife, Tomoyo, and their daughter, Ayano, of Tacoma, Washington; her niece, Andrea Lash, and her fiancé, Jonathan Hansotte, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and her brother-in-law, Joseph Lash, of Indiana, Pennsylvania. In accordance with Paula s wishes, no funeral service will be held. Arrangements are with the assistance of the Rairigh Funeral Home, Ltd. in Hillsdale, PA. Visit www.rairighfh.com to sign Paula s guestbook and share a condolence message. </description> <enclosure length="0" type="image/jpeg" url="https://currentobitwebstorage.blob.core.windows.net/247/c5639f451720463d9c33248be11b4949.jpg" /> <link>https://www.currentobituary.com/member/obit/303446</link> <pubDateParsed>2026-11-13T00:35:34.1973963Z</pubDateParsed> <title>Paula Woody Varner&lt;br/&gt;Oct 22, 2026</title> </item> <item> <description> Donna J. (Smyers) Dunmire, 78, of Rochester Mills, PA passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at her home. The daughter of Lloyd G. and Olive M. (Work) Smyers, she was born on September 5, 1948 in Grant Twp., Indiana County, PA. Donna was a graduate of Marion Center High School. On May 10, 1969 she wed Floyd G. Dunmire and they had shared almost fifty-six years of marriage together when he died on May 7, 2025. Donna retired as a supervisor with the Indiana County Assistance office, where she found employment after graduation and worked for over thirty-three years. She was a member of the Retired Public Employees of PA, AFSCME Chapter 13, Subchapter 8301. Donna loved watching the Pittsburgh Pirates and any of her grandchildren s sports and activities. She was very proud of her grandchildren and their accomplishments. In her leisure time, she could be found enjoying some of her favorite tv shows, such as the Golden Girls; Everybody Loves Raymond; Days of Our Lives and game shows. You knew not to call Donna between 7-8:00 p.m. when her favorite game shows Jeopardy and the Wheel of Fortune were airing. Donna liked playing Yahtzee with whomever would have the time to sit at the kitchen table and play a game with her. She had a lifelong fondness for cats. While Molly, an orange and white cat, was the most recent pet addition to her home, the previous cats to grace the Dunmire home with their presence were: Tippy; Sammy; Puddles and Spunky I and Spunky II. Donna is survived by her two sons: Scott Dunmire and wife Traci of Indiana, PA and Darin Dunmire and wife Cindy of Clymer, PA; her four grandchildren: Haley; Cierra; Brandon and Leah Dunmire; her six siblings: Naomi Cochran of Blairsville, PA; Kenneth Smyers, Sr. of Karthus, PA; Cathy Ritter of Watsontown, PA; Eileen Rougeaux and husband, John of Indiana, PA; Keith Smyers and wife Connie of Marion Center, PA and Kevin Smyers and wife Kenna of Deckers Point, PA and her numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Floyd; three brothers: Robert; Wayne and Dwight Smyers and her sister, Karen Coy. In respect with Donna s wishes, there will not be a visitation or service. Private arrangements are with the Rairigh Funeral Home, Ltd. in Hillsdale, PA. Memorial donations may be made to: Four Footed Friends at 220 Beck Road, Indiana, PA, where members of her pet family had been adopted to become a part of the Dunmire home or the Commodore Volunteer Fire Department, P. O. Box 132, Commodore, PA 15729. Please visit www.rairighfh.com to sign Donna s guestbook and share condolences.</description> <enclosure length="0" type="image/jpeg" url="https://currentobitwebstorage.blob.core.windows.net/247/c5639f451720463d9c33248be11b4949.jpg" /> <link>https://www.currentobituary.com/member/obit/303098</link> <pubDateParsed>2026-11-13T00:35:34.1973963Z</pubDateParsed> <title>Donna J. (Smyers) Dunmire&lt;br/&gt;Oct 03, 2026</title> </item> <item> <description>When her day arrived on God s calendar, Sunday, September 27, 2026, Marlene (Greene) King, 92, of Prosperity Hill, PA entered heaven from her earthly home following a brief illness. Marlene s family was with her at the time of her departure. The daughter of Ray and Olive Greene, she was born on June 20, 1934 in Green Twp., Indiana Co., PA. Marlene was a graduate of the Green Twp. High School. On July 10, 1954, Marlene married Donald  Skip King. They had shared over sixty-seven years of marriage together when he went to be with the Lord on February 2, 2022. Marlene was a faithful, active member of the Purchase Line Church of the Brethren. A Deaconess emeritus, she was also currently the oldest living member of the church. For decades Marlene participated in the Women s Fellowship, where she served as Treasurer and provided transportation for members to travel to many church related district activities. Marlene also served as VBS teacher and youth group advisor. Time with family was of great importance to Marlene. She attended the twice a month Cousins Luncheon. Marlene held the offices of secretary and treasurer with the Greene Reunion and enjoyed visiting with her relatives at the reunion every July. Marlene thoroughly loved traveling with her family to Bethany Beach, DE to spend hours at the beach sitting in the sun. A thoughtful correspondent, Marlene was truly attentive and loyal in sending numerous cards to her family members and friends throughout the year. Reading was a favorite hobby. Marlene and her husband, Skip, dedicatedly delivered meals for the Meals On Wheels program for over twenty-six years. One of Marlene s known traits was her honesty. You never had to wonder what Marlene was thinking. She is survived by her two children: Murray King and wife Chris of Marion Center, PA and Lisa Rowley and husband, Roger of Hillsdale, PA; her two grandchildren: Dr. Jessica King-Dylewski and husband, Dr. Jayme Dylewski of Aurora, CO and Zachary King and wife Michaela of Commodore, PA; her honorary granddaughter, Nicki Hobart, her great grandson, JP Dylewski and her two great granddaughters: Juniper Dylewski and Emery King. Marlene is survived by her sister, Carol Rae Fetterman of Prosperity Hill, PA; her three sisters-in-law, Saundra Deabenderfer; Wanda King; and Sharon King and her numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Skip; her three sisters: Orabelle Henry; Gaynelle Fyock and Maxine Fyock; her sisters and brothers in-law: Dorothy Lamer; Harold King; William King; Carol Jean Benson and Jim King and her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Carl and Margaret King Family and friends will be received on Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the 1:00 p.m. funeral service at the Purchase Line Church of the Brethren located at 3711 Purchase Line Road, Clymer, PA in Green Township. Pastor Brian Spencer will officiate. Cemetery committal will follow at Ruffner Cemetery near Tanoma, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: American Diabetes Association, P. O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116-7023 or to: Samaritan s Purse, P. O. Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607. Arrangements are with the assistance of the Rairigh Funeral Home, Ltd. in Hillsdale, PA. Please visit www.rairighfh.com to sign Marlene s guestbook and share condolence messages. </description> <enclosure length="0" type="image/jpeg" url="https://currentobitwebstorage.blob.core.windows.net/247/ed2b0a9aab7d4dae92a2baa746d8345c.jpeg" /> <link>https://www.currentobituary.com/member/obit/302984</link> <pubDateParsed>2026-11-13T00:35:34.1973963Z</pubDateParsed> <title>Marlene (Greene) King&lt;br/&gt;Sep 27, 2026</title> </item> <item> <description>Herbert R. Greene, Jr., 69, of Home, PA passed away at his home on Friday, September 25, 2026. The son of Herbert R. and Grace A. (Carney), Sr., he was born on November 13, 1956 in Indiana, PA. Following graduation from high school, Herb proudly served in the US Marine Corps as a Lance Corporal from 1976-1978. Herb s career revolved around truck driving, from over the road driving to driving a water truck. An outdoorsman, Herb enjoyed spending time in nature hunting and fishing with his kids and grandkids. He had a lifelong appreciation of Ford Mustangs. Surviving are his four children: Herbert Greene III and wife Sarah of Hillsdale, PA; Amby Strong and significant other, Shawn of Heilwood, PA; Logan Greene of Home, PA and Cheyenne Greene and fiancé, Brett Heeter of Rimersburg, PA and his eight grandchildren: Kennedy; Maverick; Callie; Bailey; Avery; Brayden; Liam and Audrey. Also surviving are Herb s two sisters; Shari Wilhelm of Indiana, PA and Patricia Brown of Springs, PA and his girlfriend, Linda Gregg of Home, PA. Preceded in death by his parents in 2022; his maternal grandmother, Dora C. Carney; his brother, Marty R. Greene in 2007; his brother-in-law, Joe Wilhelm and his cousin, Bill Vennard. Family and friends will be received from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at the Rairigh Funeral Home, Ltd. in Hillsdale, PA. Immediately following the visitation, a 1:00 p.m. military funeral honors ceremony will be observed at the funeral home by members of the U. S. Marine Corps and the Clymer American Legion Post #222. Interment will be at Ruffner Cemetery, Tanoma, PA. Visit www.rairighfh.com to sign Herb s guestbook and share condolence messages. </description> <enclosure length="0" type="image/jpeg" url="https://currentobitwebstorage.blob.core.windows.net/247/3031094cbf664b9c9a2ec04383bde55b.jpeg" /> <link>https://www.currentobituary.com/member/obit/302920</link> <pubDateParsed>2026-11-13T00:35:34.1973963Z</pubDateParsed> <title>Herbert "Herb" R. Greene, Jr.&lt;br/&gt;Sep 25, 2026</title> </item> <item> <description>John Allen  Big Casino Weirick, 76, of Falls Creek, PA and formerly of Brockway, PA, died Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at the Indiana Regional Medical Center in Indiana, PA. The son of Shirley Louise (Weirick) Smith, he was born on June 22, 1950 in St. Mary s, PA. After graduation from Brockway High School, John served four years in the US Marine Corps earning the rank of Sergeant. He was a Vietnam Veteran. Following a lengthy career as a die setter with Brockway Processed Metals, he served as treasurer for the Gateway Humane Society in Falls Creek, PA prior to his retirement. John enjoyed stopping in at the Brockway VFW. While residing at the Christ the King Manor in DuBois, PA, he earned the nickname as  Big Casino for his skill and love of playing Texas Hold Em with residents. More recently, John was residing at Embassy of Hillsdale Park in Hillsdale, Indiana Co., PA. John is survived by his four siblings: David Glenn Smith; Mary Ann Ward; James Cornelius Smith and Paul Huey Smith, a number of nieces and nephews; his stepson, Tom Slattery and wife Joanna and his step grandchildren, Shelby and Marley Slattery and his friend, Larissa Santell and her family. Preceded in death by his mother and his maternal grandmother, Mary Ann Weirick. A celebration of life will be held at a future date. In honor of John s love for animals, memorial contributions may be forwarded to Stray Cat Central, 100 Franklin Ave., Brookville, PA 15825. Arrangements are with assistance of Rairigh Funeral Home, Ltd. in Hillsdale, PA. Visit www.rairighfh.com to sign John s guestbook and share condolences. </description> <enclosure length="0" type="image/jpeg" url="https://currentobitwebstorage.blob.core.windows.net/247/c5639f451720463d9c33248be11b4949.jpg" /> <link>https://www.currentobituary.com/member/obit/302919</link> <pubDateParsed>2026-11-13T00:35:34.1973963Z</pubDateParsed> <title>John "Big Casino" Allen Weirick&lt;br/&gt;Sep 23, 2026</title> </item> <item> <description>John Carl Buterbaugh, 81, of Marion Center, PA went to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 10, 2026 from the Indiana Regional Medical Center in Indiana, PA. The son of Richard Archie and Fannie Mae (DeHaven) Buterbaugh, he was born on December 16, 1944 in Grant Twp., Indiana Co., PA John was a graduate of the Marion Center High School. A Vietnam Veteran, all but a few months of his nearly three year Army enlistment was spent serving overseas. John served as a SP4, with his last duty assignment being with Company A 24th Sig Battalion. He wed Donna L. (Rhoades) on July 15, 1967. They celebrated their fifty-ninth anniversary this summer. A man of faith, John was an active member of the Calvary Bible Church in Nashville, Grant Twp., Indiana Co., PA. After his military service, John began a thirty-two year career working as a coal miner at the Greenwich Collieries. For more than a decade John was employed as a corrections officer, where his later working years were at SCI Pine Grove in Indiana, PA. John was a UMWA member and a member of the Clymer American Legion Post #222. An outdoorsman, he loved fishing and spending time at the beach. With an innate talent for fixing things, John enjoyed tinkering and working with his hands on projects. Known for his friendly, approachable manner, John was a natural born conversationalist. He thoroughly enjoyed meeting and speaking with others, including folks he had never previously met before. His favorite way to spend his time was being surrounded by his wife, Donna and their family. In addition to his wife Donna, John is survived by his three daughters: Tammy Buterbaugh of Indiana, PA; Lori Plueckhahn of Indiana, PA and Ronda Dockery and husband Leon of Ruther Glen, VA; his three grandchildren: Anthony and Amber Plueckhahn and Chelsea Cornetto; his three great grandchildren: Sklar Pheobus; Kaydence Plueckhahn and Lyvia Langham and his many nieces, nephews and extended family. John was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Kevin Edward Buterbaugh; his son-in-law, Michael Cornetto and his five siblings: Ella Mae Buterbaugh; Royden D. Buterbaugh; Evelyn DeHaven; Ruth Daugherty and Ronald P. Buterbaugh. Family and friends will be received from 10:00 a.m. to Noon on Monday, September 14, 2026 at the Rairigh Funeral Home, Ltd. in Hillsdale, PA, where a Noon funeral service will be officiated by Pastor John Traxler. Military honors will be observed by the Clymer American Legion Post #222. Interment will be at the East Mahoning Cemetery in Purchase Line, PA. 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