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Ryan L. “LaLa” Arnold, age 42 of Uniontown, formerly of Houma, LA, passed away in his home on January 11, 2025.  He was born February 19, 1982 in Thibodaux, LA son of Larry Arnold of Houma, LA and Annie Click Arnold of Uniontown.   Ryan was a crane operator for Lightning Energy.  He was a member of Operator’s Local $66 Union.  He enjoyed cooking.  Ryan’s greatest joy was spending time with his family.   Left to cherish Ryan’s memory are his son, Logan Arnold of Houma, LA; daughters, Chloe Arnold and Haleigh Chauvin both of Houma, LA; brother Landon Arnold (Tracey) and their sons, Brantly and Bryce Forbes of Livingston, LA; fiancee`, Scarlena J. Naicker of Uniontown; step-son, Marco DeShield of Springfield, PA; step-daughters, Jana DeShield (Justin Weasenforth) and Deanna Naicker both of Uniontown; seven grandchildren and several aunts, uncles and cousins.   Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA where family and friends will be received on Saturday, January 18^th from Noon – 2 p.m. and 5 until 7 p.m. followed by a time of sharing celebrating Ryan’s life.  Interment will be private.   Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page.

ConnieL.  Corder Walters, (93) passed away unexpectedly Monday, January 6,  2025, leaving behind family and friends who are deeply saddened by her loss. Born on December 2, 1931 in Uniontown, to Paul and Louise (Schnatterly) Corder, Connie grew up to become a dedicated nurse, graduating from George’s Township High School in 1950 and Uniontown Nursing School in 1953. She worked tirelessly in the ER at Uniontown Hospital, Kane Hospital, and Lafayette Nursing Home. Her family was her joy and life’s work, and she took great pride in her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. This was evident in all who knew, or came to know, her. She was many things—a daughter, sister, niece, cousin, and friend. Connie was a crafter, baker and cook. Most importantly, she was a kind and generous person who never failed to put the needs of others over herself. Connie spent much of her free time with family and friends. She liked watching Guiding Light and then General Hospital. In her later years she liked Young Sheldon, Modern Family. Blue Bloods, and Yellowstone. Connie was creative; she had an incredible green thumb and could often be found decorating her home for every upcoming holiday. She enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, cryptograms, painting and playing cards. Everyone who knew Connie knew how caring, funny, and direct she was. She was full of laughter and love, above all, she was generous and giving, and these traits were immediately clear to all she encountered. But beyond all of that, nothing made Connie happier than spending time with family – sharing a meal, telling stories, laughing, and simply being together. Whether at the holidays or just any regular day of the week, being with her family is what she treasured.  Connie and Tom enjoyed traveling as much as possible including the many family trips to Clear Creek and the Outer Banks, and countless family camping trips to other destinations. Later in life, there were many cruises and bus trips they enjoyed with family. Two memorable trips included Hawaii and Alaska. Her family is overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and support she received from her family and friends. Connie was preceded in death by her loving husband, Thomas Karl Walters. They celebrated 63 years of marriage together. She was also preceded in death by her daughter Wynn Ann Walters, her parents, Paul and Louise Corder, a sister, Jocelyn Groves, her brother Lynn Corder and a brother-in-law, Jack Groves, niece Janelle Groves and nephews Michael McCahill and Tim Lukehart. Connie was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother sister, sister -in-law, and fun aunt to her family and many  nieces and nephews, and friends who will honor and cherish her memory. We will miss her more than words can say. Connie’s surviving family includes her children Wendy W Brown and husband Donald of McClellandtown, PA;  Loren Wren Holchin of Smock, PA; Thomas Whitney Walters and wife Lori of Venetia PA; Jones Weston Walters and wife Colleen of Jefferson, MD. Connie has 11 grandchildren: Hara Holchin Vitikacs, Quinn Walters, Brianne Walters Nabet and her husband Austin, Cam Walters and his wife Lindsy, Hannah Holchin Cannon, and her husband Bill, Haley Holchin Sproul and her husband Kevin, Paul Walters, Will Walters and his wife Ashley , Lillianne Walters Jeffries and her husband Ryan , Wynnanne Walters and Willow Walters. Her pride and joy were her 16 great grandchildren Colton Vitikacs, Payton Vitikacs, Kailee Blohm, Jace Sproul, Beau Walters, Caden Cannon, Emma Sproul, Corden Cannon, Tessa Walters, Casen Cannon, Julie Sproul, Callahan Cannon, Harper Walters, Cruze Nabet, Hayes Nabet and Baby boy Jeffries. Connie is also survived by her sister Prue Schwirian and her husband Joe,  sister Courtney McCahill and sister -in-law Dolores Corder. There are many loving nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, cousins and in-laws, who will all miss Connie. A celebration of Connie’s life will be held on Saturday January 11, 2025 at Andrew D. Ferguson Funeral Home, 80 Morgantown Street , Uniontown, PA 15401, where friends and family may visit from Noon-2:00 pm and attend a memorial service at 2:00 pm. In honor of Connie’s lifelong generosity, the family would like to encourage donations, on behalf of  Connie, to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Elizabeth “Sis” Edenfield Coffman, 93, of Uniontown PA., died December 22, 2024 after living a full and enjoyable life.  She was born September 20, 1931 in Smock daughter of Edgar and Ruth Edenfield.  Sis was a lifelong resident of Uniontown, a loving mother, wife, both grand and great grandmother and a Christian.   She married Alva J. Coffman, Sr. on May 20, 1951 and they raised their family on Lemon Street, enjoying their home for 54 years until Alva’s death in 2002.  She was a faithful member of Third Presbyterian Church where she served the Lord as a member of the “kitchen crew”, Grace Bible Sunday School Class, and many other church activities over the years.  She worked at Metzler’s Department Store. She was co-owner of Betty King Draperies, and employed by Sears Custom Drapery Department.  Sis was previously an active member of the Uniontown Women’s Fireman’s Auxiliary and was a Worthy Matron and District deputy of the Order of the Eastern Star Uniontown Chapter #263.   For the past 12 years she has resided near her son and family on Route 40 where she enjoyed her flowers, front porch, grandchildren and God’s nature.  Sis is survived by her son David, of Lantana, Florida; daughter-in-law and friend Mary Anne Coffman; sister, Nancy Jean Henry and brother, James Edenfield and Patty Radovich all of Uniontown, PA.; sister-in-law, Charolette Edenfield of Harrisburg, PA; grandchildern, Ryan (Maggie) Coffman of Rostraver, PA, Daniel Robert (Nicole) of Markleysburg, PA and Kim (Walter) Morgan of Elkton, MD and six great grandchildren,  Hudson, Charlee, Hunter, Khloey, Avery and Ayden who will miss her.   Sis was preceded in death by her parents Ruth and Edgar Edenfield; her husband Alva, Sr.; her son, Alvie Jr. and brothers, Melvin and Bobby Edenfield.   As per Sis’ request she desired in lieu of flowers donation to Third Presbyterian Church, 425 Union St., Uniontown, PA 15401.   Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA where family and friends will be received on Saturday, December 28^th from 1 until 5 p.m. followed by a service celebrating Sis’ life at 5:00 p.m. with Pastor Patrick Ewing officiating.  Interment will be private.   Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at adferguson.com and on the funeral home Facebook page.  

Julie A. Johnson, age 49, of Masontown, PA, passed away Thursday, December 19, 2024 in Uniontown Hospital.  She was born February 11, 1975 in Ridgeway, PA daughter of Gary Walton and Autumn Bowen McCanna Walton.   Julie was a graduate of Kane Area High School and attended Westmoreland County Community College for two years.  She worked as home health care nurse for Twin Oaks Home Health Care.  Julie enjoyed cooking.  She loved The Grinch and Dale Earnhardt. She was a strong woman and her children and grandchildren were her whole life.   Left to cherish Julie’s memory are her son, Rayden Cornelius (Theresa Higgins) of Smithfield; daughters, Chelsea Walton of Hopwood and Breanah Johnson of New Castle; sisters, Lisa Howe (Yancey) of Kane, PA, Brenda Schneider (Steven) of Strasburg, VA and Laurie Menteer of Kane, PA and seven grandchildren, Kenzie, Bryson, Aiden, Keith, Jordan, Isabella and Willow.   Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA where family and friends will be received on Friday, December 27^th from 2 until 4 p.m. followed by a service celebrating Julie’s life at 4:00 p.m.  Interment will be private.   Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at adferguson.com or on the funeral home Face Book page.