The following are the most recent obituaries and death notices published by the Butler Eagle as of Monday, April 20, 2026.
Featured Tributes
Craig Allen Church (1957–2026) – Saxonburg: Passed away on April 17 at Butler Memorial Hospital. A retired member of Grace Community Church and an avid Green Bay Packers fan, he is survived by his wife, Connie Jo, and five children.
Service: Visitation Tuesday, April 21, from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Fox Funeral Home, Saxonburg, with services following at 7:00 PM.
Gary L. Fennell (1945–2026) – Chicora: Passed away peacefully on April 17 surrounded by family. He was a lifelong resident of the Butler area and a devoted family man.
Kimberly “Kim” M. Van Laningham (1970–2026) – Butler: Passed away on April 15. She is remembered for her vibrant spirit and her dedication to her family and friends.
Rosemary Moser (1932–2026) – Cabot: Passed away at her residence at Concordia Haven III on April 15. A Mass of Christian Burial is being planned.
Dave Swaney (1960–2026) – Butler: Passed away on April 17 following a courageous battle with cancer. He was a service technician for Opta and a beloved grandfather known as “Bubba.”
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Recent Death Notices (April 14–20)
Name Location Date of Passing
Mary M. Wilson Jackson Center April 19, 2026
Josephine A. Rudolph Harmony April 15, 2026
Lois May Barber North Liberty April 15, 2026
Richard W. “Rick” Fleeger West Sunbury April 14, 2026
Michele “Mickie” Rearick Sarver April 12, 2026
Edwin Willard Buchert Grove City April 12, 2026
Janice “Jan” Robinson Butler April 12, 2026
Elsie K. McCandless Butler April 12, 2026
Alden E. “Bud” Hilliard Butler April 11, 2026
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Regional News Note
The Butler Eagle is also reporting on a tragic house fire in Mill Hall, PA, where a mother, Sarah Stolzfus (34), and her six children (ages 3 to 11) lost their lives in an explosion on April 20. The community has begun organizing support for the surviving family members.
Memorial Services & Visitation
Mary M. Wilson: Visitation will be held Saturday, April 25, at 2:00 PM at Millbrook Presbyterian Church, followed by a memorial service at 3:00 PM.
Alden “Bud” Hilliard: Private services were held for the family with military honors provided by the Officers of the Bantam Marine Corps League.
Janice Robinson: Services were handled by the Spencer D. Geibel Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Butler.
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