Pennsylvania
Donald G. Bailey Obituary February 8, 2026 – Charles O. Dimond Funeral Home, Inc.
Donald G. “Don” Bailey, 74, of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, passed away on February 8, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in 1951 in Johnstown, Don was a pillar of the community whose influence reached far beyond the classroom and the football field.
Family and Legacy
Don was the devoted husband of Diane Rose (Carson) Bailey, with whom he shared a beautiful 53-year journey. Above all, Don was a family man who loved spending every possible moment with Diane. Together, they shared a love for travel, especially retreating to their second home in Marco Island, Florida, where they found peace and joy by the water.
His legacy lives on through his sons, Brandon (Heather) Bailey and Derek Bailey; and his five cherished grandchildren: Karsen, Morgan Rose, Koby, Adriana Rose, and Leo. He is also survived by his sister, Chyrle Kormanik, and her husband, Dave. Don was preceded in death by his parents, George L. and Nadine (Hillegas) Bailey, and his sister, Linda Bailey.
A Life of Perseverance
Don was a man defined by grit and faith. He fought a long and courageous battle with atrial heart disease, prostate cancer, metastatic melanoma, and the effects of a stroke. He faced each medical challenge with unwavering strength, supported every step of the way by his wife, Diane. Her selfless and devoted care throughout his illnesses was a testament to their enduring bond, allowing him to face his final years with dignity and comfort.
Education and Athletics
A pioneer in his family, Don was the first to graduate from high school, attend college, and earn advanced degrees. A 1969 graduate of Forest Hills High School, he was a standout three-sport athlete, earning nine varsity letters. He attended Southern Illinois University on a football scholarship before graduating from California University of Pennsylvania with both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. He furthered his commitment to leadership by earning his Principal certifications and his Superintendent’s Letter of Eligibility from Penn State University.
Professional and Coaching Career
Don dedicated his entire professional life to the Forest Hills School District, serving as a teacher, principal, and ultimately, Superintendent. On the sidelines, he became a legend as the Head Football Coach for 45 years, compiling 375 wins, 11 Laurel Highlands championships, and 10 District 6 championships. His contributions earned him inductions into the Pennsylvania Football Coaches Hall of Fame and the Cambria County Sports Hall of Fame, as well as a Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Football Foundation.
Faith and Character
A man of profound faith, Don was a faithful member of the Salix Bethel Church for over 42 years. He was known for his fierce loyalty to his students and players. Though he had only two sons by birth, Don famously mentored thousands more whom he considered his “sons by choice.”
He lived his life by the words of 2 Timothy 4:7–8:
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”
Service Information
Friends and family will be received from 2 to 8 p.m. Friday at Charles O. Dimond Funeral Home, Inc., South Fork. Visitation at Salix Bethel Church from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. Saturday at Salix Bethel, Dr. Chad Brown, presiding. Interment, Mount Hope Cemetery.
Johnstown, Pa. (WJAC) — The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame just released this year’s list of inductees, and a new clothing store just opened in the Johnstown Galleria.
What do these two things have in common?
If you grew up listening to 90’s hip-hop, then you’re probably familiar with the Wu-Tang Clan.
Wu-Tang Clan member opens clothing store in Pennsylvania (WJAC)
They said, “We’re in the building right now, we’re out in Johnstown making it happen, fashion and rapping, and Wu-Tang, you already know Wu-Tang is the witty, unpredictable talent and natural game. So, it’s all grassroots with us, man. We do everything from scratch.”
They’re being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this year, and Darryl Hill, aka Cappadonna, and manager Al “Heck” Felder are opening the Pillage, a clothing store in the Johnstown Galleria, selling apparel with a purpose.
Cappadonna said, “‘Cappadonna,’ that stands for ‘Consider All Poor People Acceptable, Don’t Oppress Nor Neglect Anyone,’ and we stand on that.”
They were introduced to mall owner Leo Karruli through Mustafa Curry, a childhood friend from New York, who owns a store on Main Street in Johnstown.
Heck said, “BK Styles, I’ve got to give a shout out to my boy, Mustafa. They’ve got some apparel down there, too. We’re all over. We’re spreading the word and we’re spreading the love.”
Wu-Tang Clan member opens clothing store in Pennsylvania (WJAC)
Their other clothing line, Angry Elephant, promotes being good stewards of the Earth, with a portion of the proceeds protecting the animals from poachers.
They said they believe in always putting God and family first.
Cappadonna said, “When you recognize the God in us, then you can see the God in you.”
They said they want kids to know that violence is not the answer, and it doesn’t cost anything to be kind.
Cappadonna said, “We just want to say that it’s nice to be important, but it’s even more important to be nice.”
A mother and her six children died when their Central Pennsylvania home exploded and caught on fire Sunday morning, state police said.
The explosion and fire happened at around 8:30 a.m. at a home on Long Run Road in Lamar Township, Clinton County, which is roughly 35 miles from State College. Crews arrived on the scene and found the home fully engulfed in flames, with the mother and her six children trapped.
State police identified the 34-year-old woman who died in the fire as Sarah B. Stolzfus. Her 11-year-old son, 10-year-old son, 8-year-old daughter, 6-year-old daughter, 5-year-old son and 3-year-old son also died in the blaze, according to state police.
A propane leak inside the house might’ve caused the explosion and fire, state police said. Propane tanks outside the home did not explode or contribute to the fire, according to state police.
The explosion and fire are under investigation by state police.
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