Henderson Funeral Homes

Henderson Funeral Homes A funeral service provider, serving the Johnstown area for 156 years. We are conveniently located in Johnstown, Geistown, and Conemaugh. In 1949, John F. dies.

John Henderson was born in 1849 in Ireland. He came to the United States in 1866 to work for his uncle, William Orr, a cabinetmaker and furniture store owner. In 1870, John opened a branch of his own in Blairsville, PA. During that time, coffin making was a successful part of his business. He then returned to downtown Johnstown to purchase his uncle’s furniture business. At that time he offered to

handle the services of the deceased during the growth and prosperity of Johnstown. A doctor taught him anatomy and used a local supplier for the chemicals. Later he became certified as an undertaker. In 1889, Johnstown suffered a historical flood. John’s nephew and mother in law died in that flood. Also, the funeral home was destroyed by the flood. The state authorities placed John Henderson in charge of burials that were at the Millville Morgue. The log book of the descriptions of the deceased are still located at the funeral home today. He was one of the original 50 co-operators for one of the largest cemeteries, Grandview Cemetery. When John Henderson died, in 1914, he had the distinction of being the first person in western PA to take on the art of embalming and for a long time his funeral home was the only one of its kind outside of Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. The second generation funeral director, John Fletcher Henderson was born in 1882. A graduate of Johnstown High School, Phillips Exeter Academy and Harvard University with an engineering degree. He worked for Cambria Steel Company before joining his father’s business. Another flood hit Johnstown in 1936 and damaged the funeral home. along with his son John, purchased one of our current locations. In 1957 John F. The third generation, John Henderson, was born in 1915. He was a licensed funeral director for a year and a half before being inducted into the US Army. When he returned to Johnstown, he was elected as the President of the Pennsylvania Funeral Directors Association. In 1950 the remodeling was completed to our main location that was purchased in 1949. Through the years, there have been many additions made to this location, making it just under 18,000 square feet. In 1977, Johnstown, once again, had another flood. The county coroner designated our location as the temporary morgue. John along with his three sons helped with recovering of the victims. In 1983 John dies. His three sons take ownership, John Curtis, Gary and Kent V. A fourth generation started in 1946. John Curtis is a graduate of Waynesburg College and mortuary school before receiving his funeral directors license in 1971. He worked at the funeral home in 1971 until 1986. Gary was born in 1949. He attended Waynesburg and the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown before receiving his funeral directors license in 1974. He retired in 2008. Kent V was born in 1951. He is a graduate of Southeastern Oklahoma State University. Also, Kent started working at the funeral home in 1974. Through the years, Henderson’s, Gary and Kent kept up with the trends in the forever changing funeral industry by offering cremation services, customized viewing and funerals and expanding to two other locations. In 1992, Gary and Kent purchased R. Owen Ketterer Funeral Home and Makuchan-Ketterer Funeral Homes. Since then, the names have changed to Henderson Funeral Home, East Hills Inc. and Henderson-Makuchan Funeral Home. Through the years, the addition of a large chapel that seats over 200 people, a children’s room with toys, TV and DVD player, and large parking lot was placed at the East Hills location. A fifth generation funeral director, Troy M. was born in 1970. He is a graduate of Slippery Rock University and Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. He received his license 1996. In 2014, Troy Henderson purchased the funeral home from Kent Henderson. Henderson Funeral Homes have taken pride in making their establishments look and feel like home. Providing the best services, best equipment and best staff in the area.

The heart and soul of our family, Margaret "Joanne" (Lehman) Uzelac, daughter, wife, mother,Buba, sister, has joined the...
06/08/2026

The heart and soul of our family, Margaret "Joanne" (Lehman) Uzelac, daughter, wife, mother,
Buba, sister, has joined the love of her life and husband of 49 years, Donald "Dino" Uzelac, in
Heaven. Born October 2, 1939, daughter of Raymond "Curly" and Helen (Mock) Lehman.
Departed this life June 6, 2026. Preceded in death by husband, parents, great-grandson,
Carson Myers, brothers Ray and Jack Lehman, sisters-in-law (Barb Lehman, Helen Lehman,
Millie Romano, Sylvia Brisko, Helen Malysko, Irene Mersaros, Sally Sharpe, Natalie Ofsanko),
and brothers-in-law (Ron Connor, Pete Uzelac, and Rich Uzelac), and many nieces and
nephews. Survived by sons, Donnie (Brenda) Uzelac, Sam (Melissa) Uzelac, daughters Pam
(Jack) Brown, Sue (Jim) Reed, Trudy (Steve) Reighard, and Linda (Tony) Freidhoff.
Grandchildren: Brandy Womer (Randy), Alan Myers, Blaise Schreyer (Maddie), Kristal
Bodenschatz (Brad), Bryce Schreyer (Vanessa), Donnie Uzelac (Jessica), Travis Uzelac,
Braxton Schreyer (Laurel), David Reed, Tori Reighard, Sarah Dabbs (Daniel), Jenny
Hargenrader (Zayn), Stephanie Eisenhuth (Corey), Katie Freidhoff (Zach), Lydia Freidhoff
(Cody), and Dylan and Dakota Uzelac. Twenty-two great-grandchildren who include: Sierra
Harshbarger (Josh), Tyler, Jayden, and Brynlee Wormer, Andrew, Brody, and Sage Myers, Mila,
Ethan, and Jaxson Bodenschatz, Gabby and Aspyn Uzelac, Blaise, Lillian, and Everett
Schreyer, Henry Hargenrader, Cade and Dino Reighard, Mya Eisenhuth, and Elliot and Aiden
Dabbs. One great-great granddaughter, Hadley Harshbarger.. Also survived by brothers, Paul
(Gayle) Lehman, Bill (Vonnie) Lehman, Dick (Carol) Lehman, and sister Dolly Connor.
Brothers-in-law, Bernie (Peggy) Uzelac, Steve (Judy) Uzelac, Sam Uzelac, John Ofsanko, and
Jeffrey Arkwright, and sister-in-law, Darlene (Nick) Hobar, and Carol (Bill) Nagy, and multiple
nieces and nephews.
Joanne was born in the Walnut Grove section of Johnstown and then moved with her family to
the Oakland part of Johnstown. She was a 1957 graduate of Johnstown High School. After
graduation, Joanne married Dino on July 23, 1960, and they began raising their family in
Franklin Borough. They eventually moved to Bon Air, where they raised their family of six
children.
Joanne was the ultimate caregiver to everyone. Her love for God and every person she
encountered was endless. She was one of the hardest-working and most selfless persons
known to our family and community. Joanne had an enthusiasm for life and always looked
forward to the next adventure. She enjoyed God's creation and would spend hours in nature
watching deer, birds, and any other creature that came along.
Joanne loved her church and church family. She was an active member of St. Nicholas Serbian
Orthodox Church, serving as a Sunday School Teacher, member/president of the Mother's Club,
and Kolo. In her earlier years, she attended Oakland United Methodist Church and shared fond
memories of her time spent at Jumonville Church Camp.
Joanne's service to the community extended into various areas, such as Girl Scout Leader,
helping her fellow neighbors, driving others to doctors' appointments, caregiver of elderly family
members, and Apheresis Donor with the American Red Cross, where she had donated well
over 300 units of platelets, which she took great pride in.
To have known Joanne was to have loved her. She was a role model who set a faithful example
on how to live a Kingdom-bound life here on earth. She was a woman of great faith, integrity,
strength, and love for all.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Concordia at Arbutus Park,
as well as the staff at Windber Hospice. Thank you for caring for and loving our Mother.
Friends will be received from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Tuesday, 6/9/2026, at Henderson Funeral
Home, 2503 Bedford Street, Johnstown, PA. The Venerable Hieromonk Sava (Grisco) will
celebrate Pomen Service at the funeral home at 7:00 PM on Tuesday. A funeral service will be
held on Wednesday, 6/10/2026, at 10:00 AM at St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Church, 1001 St.
Clair Road, Johnstown, PA.
In place of flowers, Joanne's wishes were that donations be made to St. Nicholas Serbian
Orthodox Church (Johnstown), Oakland Church (previously Oakland United Methodist Church -
Johnstown), American Red Cross, Concordia at Arbutus Park, or Windber Hospice.
"Remember me with smiles and laughter. If you must shed tears, make them tears of joy, for the
good Lord has asked me to walk home with him" - Margaret Joanne Uzelac.

LEVENTRY- Richard W., 84, Johnstown. Passed away on June 6, 2026 at Memorial Medical Center. Born June 17, 1941 in Johns...
06/08/2026

LEVENTRY- Richard W., 84, Johnstown. Passed away on June 6, 2026 at Memorial Medical Center. Born June 17, 1941 in Johnstown. Son of Irvin and Gertrude (Marsh) Leventry. Preceded in death by parents, brothers Rev. Mearle Leventry, Gerald Leventry, Robert Leventry, and Forest Leventry, and sister Mable Ashman. Survived by wife of 62 years, Carol (Jamison); children, Richard Leventry of Boswell, Susan Witkosky of Davidsville, Christopher Leventry of Windber and Jodi Gindlesperger (Keith) of Windber; sister, Leona Lohr; grandchildren, Derek Leventry, Olivia Maira, William Schmalz Jr., Abigail Letizia, Dylan Witkosky, Christopher Leventry, Ashlyn Emerick, Michela Raco and Edward Locher IV; and 16 great grandchildren. Richard retired from Bethlehem Steel Corp. as a supervisor. He was an avid Penn State football fan and a Navy veteran. Friends will be received on Wednesday from 11:00 until time of funeral service at 1:00 at Henderson Funeral Home, East Hills, 2503 Bedford St. Pastor Jim Gay, officiating.

06/02/2026

BERTONCINI- Gary L. Sr., 73, Tire Hill. Passed away May 31, 2026 in Johnstown. Son of the late Ann (Bertoncini) Lowery and Sam Snyder. Survived by children, Amy Bertoncini and Lee Bertoncini. Gary was a landscaper and belonged to several social clubs including the Windber Moose lodge and Croatian Lodge #5. At Gary's request, services will be held privately. John Henderson Co. Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

APPLE- James Howard "Jim", 74, Richland Twp. Passed away on May 31, 2026 at home. Born December 3, 1951 in Johnstown. So...
06/02/2026

APPLE- James Howard "Jim", 74, Richland Twp. Passed away on May 31, 2026 at home. Born December 3, 1951 in Johnstown. Son of Howard and Anne (Opett) Apple. Preceded in death by his parents, son Joseph, father-in-law George Todorich, brother-in-law David G. Todorich, and nephew David S. Todorich. Survived by wife of 52 years, Donna (Todorich); children, Jennifer Blough (Daniel) of Windber and James Apple (Erin) of Chesapeake, VA; grandson, Denver Lee; step grandchildren, Brittani Smith (Billy), Rebecca Blough, and David Blough; step great grandchildren, Jackson Smith and Chloe Smith; sister, Jean Lovrich (Nick) of Tipton; mother-in-law, Martha Todorich; sister-in-law Denise Flynn (Brian); brothers-in-law, Daniel Todorich and Douglas Todorich (Tracy); and numerous nieces and nephews. Member of St. Benedict's Catholic Church, VFW Post. 155, and Windber Sportsman's Club. Jim was an avid outdoorsman, especially fishing. He would take several yearly trips to Nags Head to fish. Also, he enjoyed gardening. Formerly a member of the Army National Guard. He was employed as a pipefitter for Bethlehem Steel Corp. and retired from Johnstown Wire Technologies. Friends will be received on Wednesday from 4-8 at Henderson Funeral Home, East Hills, 2503 Bedford St. A funeral mass will be held on Thursday at 10:00 at St. Benedict's Catholic Church. Father David Peles, officiating. Committal at Grandview Cemetery. Donations may be made the Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh or a charity of your choice.

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06/02/2026

Margaret E. Thomas, 95, Davidsville, passed away May 31, 2026, at home. Born January 30, 1931, in Johnstown. Daughter of Maurice Guy and Catherine Elizabeth (Ebersole) Thomas. Preceded in death by parents, husband R. Glenn Thomas, son-in-law Kenneth L. Lambertus. Survived by daughter Cathy Lambertus (Michael Lovette), grandson Ken "K.L." Lambertus (Jodi Hood); great grandson Logan Lambertus; niece Chris (Dan Yahnert); grandnieces Daniella Yahnert and Jessica (Brian Masser) and their children. She was a member of Davidsville Community Church, where she attended bible study. She enjoyed crossword and jigsaw puzzles. She loved attending her grandson's hockey games. All services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. John Henderson Company Funeral Home is serving the family.

Rhonda Ann McCutcheon Wilson, age 74, passed from her earthly life on Thursday May 28, 2026 in Johnstown, PA in the lovi...
05/30/2026

Rhonda Ann McCutcheon Wilson, age 74, passed from her earthly life on Thursday May 28, 2026 in Johnstown, PA in the loving embrace of her husband and family. Rhonda was born in Johnstown, PA on July 21, 1951. She graduated from Ferndale High School in 1969 and then attended Indiana University. She was a dedicated employee in various positions at AmeriServ Bank for over 40 years. At AmeriServ, she was a Union Officer and served as Secretary Treasurer. She was also an organizer for United Steelworker's Union, Local 2635. Rhonda was a very loving and caring person.She was a great conversationalist and, according to her husband, Bob, a great problem solver. They played pool and Scrabble almost daily and she hated to lose, even to the love of her life. They both enjoyed caring for their home, gardening, and working in the yard. She and Bob enjoyed long country rides, many on their Harley motorcycle. Their outings took them to state parks where they watched birds and other wildlife. Piney Dam was a favorite location where they often enjoyed a picnic lunch. Rhonda would not have identified herself as a photographer but she had a knack for capturing special shots of wildlife and scenery. She kept them in a folder on her phone labeled "out the car window." For many years, Rhonda and Bob always enjoyed an annual fall outing to Camp Bridgeview in Sullivan County with special friends Barb and Tim Nuhfer of Reading, PA. A constant source of enjoyment for Rhonda was her love of music. Whether at home or riding in the car, she listened to all types of music. She also loved animals and was a great mom to four fur babies: Spooky, Brandi, Daisy, and Ali. Ali is already missing her mommy and best friend very much. Rhonda was predeceased by her father, Rhody McCutcheon, Sr.; brother, Rhody McCutcheon, Jr.; father-in-law, Charles Wilson; mother-in-law, Mary Wilson. Left to mourn and celebrate Rhonda's life are her husband and soulmate of 50 years, Robert E. Wilson; mother, Rosella Barron McCutcheon; sister, Romy Hyland and husband James; nephew, James Hyland, Jr., his wife Kimberly, and their children Maddie and Trip; nephew, Joshua Hyland, his wife Marisa, and their children, Lydia, Brynn, Jaxon, and Kieran; brother, Rory McCutcheon; niece, Kylie McCutcheon; nephew, Conor McCutcheon; stepson, Michael R. Greene, his wife Maria, and their children, Michael and Gabriela; sister-in-law, Mary Ann Wilson; brother-in-law, James Wilson. The family would like to express sincere gratitude to the caring and compassionate physicians and nurses in the ICU at Conemaugh Memorial Hospital. Their care of Rhonda and her family were exceptional. At Rhonda's request, she was cremated. Services will be private. John Henderson Co. Funeral Home is assisting the family. Any memorial contributions could be directed to Cambria County Humane Society, the Cancer Society of America, or to a charity of your choice.

05/28/2026

Veronica Denise (Bush) Tullis, 60, Johnstown, died May 25, 2026 at home. Born in June 26, 1965 in Johnstown, daughter of Joseph Odum and Edith Bush. Preceded in death by parents, and brother, Robert Odum. Survived by husband, Terence; children, Savanda Triplin, Robert Triplin, III; and Dominique Tullis; numerous grandchildren; one great grandchild on the way; siblings, Edith Darlene Bush, Rita Bush-Collins; Joseph Bush; Kevin Bush; Yvonne Bush; Howard Bush; James Bush; Cynthia James; and Timothy Odum; and numerous nieces and nephews. By request, there will beno public viewing. A memorial service will be held at a later date. John Henderson Company Funeral Home is serving the family.

05/24/2026
05/22/2026

Anna Lois Brumbaugh, 99, Johnstown, passed away May 20, 2026, at her home. Born July 26, 1926, in Johnstown, she was the daughter of Thomas and Gertrude (Irwin) Rowland. Preceded in death by parents, husband Alvin L. Sr., sister Emma (Richard Geisel). Survived by children Carol Ann (John E. Bunja) and Alvin L. Jr. (Carolyn); grandchildren, Susan Krause; Jack L. Bunja (Dawn); Derrick J. Bunja (Jennifer); Jason Bunja (Katie); and Melissa Friedline (Matthew) 9 great grandchildren; and 6 great-great grandchildren. She was a cornerstone of the former Belmont United Methodist Church. She was an assembly line worker for Sylvania and then a homemaker. She enjoyed bowling and crafting. Friends will be received Wednesday, May 27, from 10:00 am until time of funeral service at noon at Belmont Community Church, Rev. Tom Moore. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the church in Anna's memory. John Henderson Company Funeral Home is serving the family.

05/21/2026

Sandra E. Ritchey, 90, Portage, died May 18, 2026 at Rebekah Manor. Born March 15, 1936 in Windber, daughter of the late Lester and Martha (Baker) Ritchey. Survived by brother Richard (Janice Wissinger), Blairsville; and nieces, Penny, Joy, Wendy, and Holly. By request, there will be no viewing. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Henderson Funeral Home-East Hills is serving the family.

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