Obituaries

Dara Rae Morris

June 1, 2023

Dara Rae Morris, 50, of Ohioville, passed away peacefully, in the arms of Jesus, Thursday, June 1, 2023. Born May 23, 1973 in New Brighton, she was the daughter of Bobbie Morris, Ohioville, and the late Philip J. Morris. Dara graduated from New H

Jean Romaine Cook RN

May 26, 2023

Jean Romaine Cook RN, formerly of Brighton Township, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, May 26th, 2023. Born October 22, 1931 in Johnstown, a daughter of the late Robert and Rella (Link) Berg, she had been a resident of Br

Charles J. Misorski

May 22, 2023

Charles James Misorski, 79, of North Canton, Ohio, passed away on May 22, 2023. Born March 1, 1944 in Rochester, PA he was the son of the late, Konstanty (Gus) and Antline (Polinsky) Misorski. Charlie worked for J&L Steel in Louisville, OH, whe

Jodi A. Chiappetta

May 22, 2023

Jodi A. Chiappetta, passed away at her residence on May 22, 2023, at the age of 64, following over a year- long battle with Pancreatic Cancer. Born on June 14, 1958, in Rochester, PA, she was the daughter of the late Robert R. and Toddaline Donate

Betty K. Steege

May 21, 2023

Betty Kathleen Steege, 90, formerly of Monaca, passed away Sunday, May 21, 2023. Born September 9, 1932 in Rochester, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Ethlyn Tarazano. Betty devoted her life to the education of students in Western Pennsyl

Michael N. Brooks, Sr.

May 15, 2023

Michael Nazzie “Mikee” Brooks, Sr., 46, of Ohioville, passed away Monday, May 15, 2023. Born March 17, 1977 in Rochester, he was the son of Michael L. and Pamela J. Brooks, Ohioville. A lifelong resident of Ohioville, Michael graduated from

Patricia A. Conjeski

May 13, 2023

Patricia Ann Conjeski, 80, of Brighton Twp., formerly of Industry, passed away Saturday, May 13, 2023 at the Brighton Rehabilitation and Wellness Center, Beaver. Born March 15, 1943 in East Liverpool, OH, she was a daughter of the late Charles and

Patricia Balser

May 11, 2023

Patricia A. Balser, 86, of Midland, passed away early Thursday morning, May 11, 2023, at Good Samaritan Hospice, Heritage Valley, Beaver. Born September 21, 1936 in Midland, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Irene Varkonda Balint. Patrici

Bernard (Brownie) Vuckovich

May 7, 2023

Bernard (Brownie) Vuckovich, of Industry, passed away surrounded by his loving family, at his daughter’s home, on May 7, 2023. Born on March 29, 1938, he was the son of the late Milan and Helen Lovorja Vuckovich, and was a faithful and active memb

Robert L Barker

May 6, 2023

Robert Lee Barker, 67, of Kingmont, West Virginia, formerly of Center Twp. Resided in Beaver, went home peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior, with his loving family by his side along with his dog Peaches. Born August 18, 1955 in Fairmont, Wes

Mary R. Nola

April 26, 2023

Mary (Riei) Nola, of Silver Spring, MD, formerly of Ohioville, PA passed away on April 26, 2023. Born in Calabria Italy on October 2, 1927, she immigrated to the United States in 1936 and resided in Mansfield Ohio until she married her beloved la

Mary Bonita Lee

April 20, 2023

Mary Bonita “Bonnie” Lee, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 20, 2023. She was surrounded by the love of her family as she entered into her eternal home. Bonnie was born on Septem

Anthony C. Sobieski

April 20, 2023

Anthony “Tony” Christian Sobieski, 64, of East Liverpool, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on April 20, 2023. Born November 16, 1958, in New Brighton, he was the son of the late Anthony Stanley and Geraldine Lucille Humphrey Sobieski. Tony was em

Sandra M. Kelley

April 19, 2023

Sandra May Kelley, 89, of Beaver, passed away on April 19, 2023, at her daughter’s home, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 13, 1933, in Bradford, PA, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Ruth May Moon. Sandra loved reading

Fern M. Madgar

April 17, 2023

Fern Marie Madgar, 91, formerly of Vanport, passed away with her family at her side, Monday, April 17, 2023. Born January 20, 1932 in Cowansville, Quebec, Canada, she was a daughter of the late Clarance St. Esprit and Rose St. Esprit (Gauvin). Fe

Loretta Cerjak

April 15, 2023

Loretta Cerjak, 95, of Bridgewater, passed away with her family at her side, Saturday, April 15, 2023. Born March 23, 1928 in Washington, PA, Loretta was the owner of the Town and Country Beauty Shop, working for 20 years as a beautician. She was

David N. Shallcross

April 9, 2023

David Shallcross, 67, of Beaver, passed away Sunday, April 9, 2023. Born June 21, 1955 in Bethel Park, he was a son of the late George and Jean Shallcross. Dave had a long career as a sales representative, but his greatest passion was community s

Joann M. Tridico

April 8, 2023

Joann M. Tridico, 84, a lifetime resident of Midland, passed away following a brief illness on Saturday, April 8 in Springfield, Virginia. Born on October 27, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Cesare and Angelene Martinetti. She was a faithful

Terry C. Colatriano

April 6, 2023

Terry Charles Colatriano, 73, of Midland, passed away April 6, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Born May 28, 1949 in Wilmington, Delaware, he was a son of Beatrice Colatriano and the late Charles Colatriano. Terry worked as a steel worker a

John W. Lanctot

April 5, 2023

John W. Lanctot, 65, of Brighton Twp., passed away unexpectedly at home Wednesday, April 5, 2023. Born March 9, 1958 in Rochester, he was a son of the late John K. Lanctot and Jane Brew Lanctot Colwell. John was the owner/operator of two local re

Robyn Arlene Hamilton Cox

April 3, 2023

Robyn Arlene Hamilton Cox, 74, of Beaver Falls, formerly of Bridgewater, passed away at home, surrounded by her loving family, on April 3, 2023. Born on April 19, 1948, she was the daughter of the late James D. and Addella M. Hamilton. Robyn was a

David E. Downer

April 2, 2023

David E. Downer, 54, of Beaver, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, April 2, 2023. Born February 17, 1969 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, he was a son of Beverley Coleman, Brighton Twp., and the late Gary M. Downer. A 1987 graduate of Beaver Area High Scho

Lisa L. Barnes

March 27, 2023

Lisa L. Barnes, 57, of Midland, passed away unexpectedly on March 27, 2023. Born on July 9, 1965, in Rochester, to Jean Beal and the late Wayne S. Barnes, Lisa had worked at Eaton Corporation as a Group Leader, for over 25 years. She was an avid P

Larry R. Kaufman

March 23, 2023

Larry Richard Kaufman, 80, of Brighton Twp., passed away on March 23, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Born January 4, 1943, in East Liverpool, Ohio, he was the son of the late Zalman and Helen Bangor Kaufman. Larry graduated from Beaver HS

Teresa L. Pickens

March 22, 2023

Teresa L. Pickens, 66, of Brighton Twp., passed away unexpectedly on March 22, 2023. Born on May 30, 1956, in Aliquippa, PA, she was the daughter of Gladys Chabala, and the late Michael Chabala Jr. Teresa had been a server at J.W. Halls for over 25

Carol Morin

March 17, 2023

Carol A. Morin, 79, of Aliquippa PA, passed away on March 17, 2023, at PAM Health Specialty Hospital at Heritage Valley in Beaver, PA from complications of a debilitating stroke suffered in 2020. Despite serious medical struggles, and to the astoni

Patricia L. Channels

March 14, 2023

Patricia L. Channels, 66, of Fallston, passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at Brighton Rehabilitation and Wellness Center, Beaver. Born June 8, 1956 in New Brighton, she was a daughter of the late Oval E. and Patricia C. Channels. Patricia had for

Timothy J. Winkle

March 12, 2023

Timothy J. Winkle, 68, of Ohioville, formerly of Raccoon Township, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2023. Born on March 2, 1955, to the late James R. and Neva June “Wildman” Winkle, Timothy was the owner and inventor of steel bar game “The

Patricia L. (Justice, Kovalesky) Simecak

March 10, 2023

Patricia L. (Justice, Kovalesky) Simecak, 79, of Bridgewater, passed away at her home with her loving family by her side after fighting a long battle with cancer. She was a loving mother to her children and a care giver to her whole family. She w

Luisita Valera Bonto

March 10, 2023

Luisita (Letty) Valera Bonto, 86, of The Villages, Florida, formerly of Beaver, PA, passed away at home with her daughter, Melina, by her side at 9:33 am on March 10, 2023. Letty was born on March 9, 1937, in Bangued Abra, Philippines. She was a

MaryAnn Presutti

March 8, 2023

The beautiful soul of MaryAnn Presutti (Cronin) peacefully passed away on March 8, 2023. She was 85. She is survived by her loving husband of 65 years Sam (Silvio) C. Presutti. Maryann was a most wonderful mother and was cherished by her five childr

James S. Barrish

March 6, 2023

James S. Barrish, 70, of Ohioville, formerly of Pittsburgh, passed away in his sleep, Monday, March 6, 2023. Born April 9, 1952 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Stephen J. and Mary Ann Barrish. A resident of Ohioville, James retired after

Michael G. Kelley

March 6, 2023

Michael G. Kelley, 69, of Beaver, formerly of Oil City, passed away at home surrounded by his family, Monday, March 6, 2023. The eldest son of the late Charles and Faith Kelley, Mike will be greatly missed by his wife of 42-years, Rhonda Beckwith

Robert F. "Fritz" Fudrow

February 28, 2023

Robert F. “Fritz” Fudrow, 84, of Phoenix, AZ, formerly of Beaver, PA, passed away on February 28, 2023, following an extended illness. Born on May 24, 1938, he was the son of the late Frank and Mary Fudrow. Robert was a faithful member of Holy T

Angelo M. Juarez

February 28, 2023

Angelo Michael Juarez, 62, of Boyton Beach, FL, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 28, 2023, at Bethesda Hospital, Boyton Beach. His daughter Arika Juarez and wife, Debora Savarese, were by his side. Born March 6, 1960 in Rochester

Pasquale "Pat" M. Tarquinio

February 27, 2023

Pasquale (Pat) M. Tarquinio, of Beaver PA, passed on to be with his Lord and Savior on Feb. 27, 2023. Born in Stowe Township, PA., he was the son of the late Luigi (Louis) and Yolanda Tarquinio of McKees Rocks, PA. He was preceded in death by his l

Mary E. Christian

February 26, 2023

Mary E. Christian, 88, of Beaver, passed away with family at her side, Sunday, February 26, 2023. Born April 10, 1934 in Rochester, she was a daughter of the late John & Mildred (Reich) Radler. A Beaver resident for 12 years, Mary formerly worked

Robert F. Eichenlaub

February 24, 2023

Robert Florenz Eichenlaub, 82, of Vanport Twp., passed away Friday, February 24, 2023 at Villa St. Joseph, Baden. Born February 26, 1940 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Florenz Eichenlaub and Anna (Matuke) Funkhouser. Robert was a faithfu

Deborah (Ecimovic) Sokolowski

February 22, 2023

Deborah (Ecimovic) Sokolowski, 67, of Ohioville, passed away at home surrounded by her family, Wednesday, February 22, 2023. Born March 8, 1955, she was a daughter of the late Steve and Josephine Crapis Ecimovic. Debbie graduated from Freedom Hig

Nancy E. Bender

February 19, 2023

Nancy Elizabeth Bender, 85, of Beaver, passed away with her family at her side, Sunday, February 19, 2023. Born May 24, 1937 in Rochester, she was a daughter of the late Clyde and Elizabeth Trushel. A resident of Beaver all her life, Nancy will b

Patricia Marenkovich Morgan

February 12, 2023

Patricia (Patty) Marenkovich Morgan, 69, of Freedom, passed away at home Sunday, February 12, 2023, surrounded by family and friends. Born February 23, 1953, in Aliquippa, she was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Patty graduated from Free

Cory M. Diamond

February 8, 2023

Cory Michael Diamond, 33, of Beaver, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, February 8, 2023. Born October 31, 1989, in Brighton Township, PA. Cory had been a resident of Beaver all of his life and graduated from Beaver Area High School in 2008, wh

Kenneth A. Hollingsworth

February 5, 2023

Kenneth A. Hollingsworth, 92, of Brighton Twp., formerly of Oil City, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2023. Born on April 3, 1930, in Oil City, he was the son of the late Cecil and Jessie Hollingsworth, and a faithful member of Bridgewater Pre

Mark D. Petrosky

February 4, 2023

Mark David Petrosky, 66, of Brighton Twp., PA, formerly of Midland, PA, passed away Saturday, February 4, 2023. Mark was the son of the late John and Dorothy Petrosky. Mark was happily retired and enjoying life to the fullest. He spent his time o

Betty L. Nida

February 3, 2023

Betty L. Nida, 92, of Big Beaver, passed away on Friday, February 3, 2023. Born on January 12, 1931, in Darlington PA, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Charlotte Craft. Betty was devoted to her faith, and was an active and faithful membe

Nancy A. Tylka

January 31, 2023

Nancy A. Tylka, 86, of Brighton Twp., passed away peacefully on January 31, 2023, with her daughter by her side. Born on December 28, 1936, in West Newton, PA, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Anna Mae Harvey. Nancy was a resident of Fr

Andrew V. Manickas

January 27, 2023

Andrew Manickas, 99, of Clearwater Beach, FL, formerly of Brooklyn, NY, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2023. Born on November 17, 1923, he was the son of the late Vasilios and Vasiliki Manikas. Andrew enjoyed fishing and tending to his garde

Ann F. Cole

January 23, 2023

Ann F. Cole, 94, of Hoschton, Georgia, formally of Brighton Township for 55 years, passed away peacefully, Monday, January 23, 2023 with family close by. Born August 14, 1928 in Pittsburgh, PA, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Francis Beg

Gloria J. Welsh

January 18, 2023

Gloria J. (Lundquest) Welsh, 79, of Center Twp., formerly of Chippewa Twp., passed away after a lengthy battle with numerous health issues, Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at Good Samaritan Hospice, Heritage Valley, Beaver. Born September 30, 1943 in

Frances J. Orosz

January 18, 2023

Frances Jean Orosz, 86, of Brighton Twp. Pennsylvania, formerly of Beaver Falls, PA, passed away on January 18, 2023, after a brief illness, with her loving family by her side. Born April 23, 1936, in Aliquippa, PA, she was the daughter of the lat

Paul C. Richards

January 17, 2023

Paul C. Richards, 70, of Ohioville, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 14, 1952, in East Liverpool, Ohio, he was the son of the late Charles and Velma McGaffick Richards. Paul owne

Robert A. Rice

January 15, 2023

Robert Allen Rice passed away unexpectedly on January 15, 2023 with his wife and children by his side. Bob was a special man. He loved his family, his friends, and the town of Beaver where he worked and lived for the past 36 years. Originally fro

Rose Marie Martinetti

January 12, 2023

Rose Marie Martinetti, 86, of Midland, Pennsylvania, passed away with her husband and son at her side, Thursday, January 12, 2023, at Celebration Villa, Chippewa Twp, PA. Born July 25, 1936 in Midland, she was a daughter of the late Vincent and He

Bonnita Louise McGeehan

January 9, 2023

Bonnita L., “Bonnie,” McGeehan, 84, of Ohioville, Pennsylvania, passed away Monday, January 9, 2023 at home with her loving family by her side. Born October 17, 1938, in Ohioville, she was the daughter of the late John and Elizabeth (Pillar) S

Nancy K. Vallecorsa

December 30, 2022

Nancy Kaletta Vallecorsa, 94, of Brighton Twp., passed away on December 30, 2022, at Brighton Rehab & Wellness. Born on January 18, 1928, in Dixonville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Metro and Catherine (Chombar) Kaletta, Nancy worked with

Gary P. Oligher

December 24, 2022

Gary Paul Oligher, 68, of Vanport, passed away unexpectedly on December 24, 2022. Born on October 26, 1954, in Sewickley, he was the son of the late Bernard P. and Bessie L. (Collesar) Oligher. Gary was an avid hunter and a member of the Aliquippa

Natalie E. Krivoshia

December 23, 2022

Natalie E. Krivoshia, 85, of Industry, PA, entered eternal peace at home, December 23, 2022, with her children by her side, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Born on October 2, 1937, in Chester, WV, she was a daughter of the late

Theodore Vincent Moldovan Sr.

December 22, 2022

Theodore “Ted” Vincent Moldovan Sr., 84, of Brighton Twp. passed away, peacefully on December 22, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. Born March 15, 1938 in Rochester, he was a son of the late Thomas T. and Sophia Deak Moldovan. Ted lived o

David M. Pavkovich

December 21, 2022

David M. Pavkovich, 45, of Bridgewater, formerly of Prospect, PA, passed away on December 21, 2022. Born on September 5, 1977, Lahnstul Army Hospital, Lahnstul, Germany, he was the son of Mark Pavkovich, of Prospect, PA, and Betty (Charles) Moss,

David C. Hapach

December 20, 2022

David C. Hapach, 60, of Racoon TWP, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, December 20, 2022, with his loving family by his side. Born September 27, 1962, in Rochester, he was a son of Stephen F. Hapach, Industry, and the late Lorraine (Kwasnieski) Hap

Cornelius “Neil” Peet Poillon

December 19, 2022

Cornelius “Neil” Peet Poillon, 69, of Cranberry Twp., PA, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side, on Monday, December 19, 2022. Born on July 4, 1953, and raised in Montclair, NJ, he was the son of the late William and Suzanne (Peet) Po

Mary M. Rosatone

December 13, 2022

Mary Margaret “Dolly” Rosatone, 93, of Midland, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2022. Born on November 14, 1929, in Rochester, PA, to the late Joseph and Josephine LaValle, Dolly was a faithful member of St. Blaise Roman Catholic Parish,

Christopher R. Ellefson

December 13, 2022

Christopher Robert Ellefson, 46, of Beaver Falls, passed away unexpectedly on December 13, 2022. Born on September 4, 1976, in East Liverpool, Ohio, Chris was the son of Debra Ratkovich Ellefson, and the late Robert T. Ellefson. Chris loved his fr

Phillip W. Huff

December 9, 2022

Phillip W. “Bubba” Huff, 63 of Enon Valley (formerly of Bridgewater) passed away December 9, 2022 peacefully at home next to his beloved dog, Buster after a brief battle with lung cancer. Born October 21,1959 in Rochester Hospital, he was a s

Eleanor Dee Shaffer Spence

December 7, 2022

Eleanor Dee (Shaffer) Spence departed this life from Celebration Villa in Chippawa, Pennsylvania to her eternal home on December 7, 2022, at the age of ninety-four. She was proud of the fact that she had lived longer than anyone else in her family.

Robert H. Barrickman

December 6, 2022

Robert H. Barrickman, 67, of Beaver, formerly of Industry, passed away with family at his side, Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at UPMC Passavant, McCandless. Born September 1, 1955 in New Brighton, he was a son of the late Charles M. and Helen G. (Ham

John C. Michael

December 3, 2022

John C. Michael, 68, of Brighton Twp., passed away on December 3, 2022, after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 21, 1954, in Rochester, PA, to the late John L. Michael and Ruth Bell New Michael Deep, John was an avid ga

William J. Hawthorne

December 1, 2022

William James “Wild Bill” Hawthorne, 83, of Chester, WV, formerly of Industry, passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 1, 2022, at Lakeview Personal Care in Darlington, PA. Bill was born on February 22, 1939, to the late Elizabeth Hawth

George G. Davis

November 26, 2022

George G. Davis, 87, of Ohioville, passed away peacefully on Saturday November 26, 2022. Born on November 29, 1934, in Canton, Ohio, George was the son of the late Sofronios George and Anna Hatzinicola, and was an active and faithful member of St. B

Ruth Louise (Catherwood) Sullivan

November 25, 2022

Ruth Louise (Catherwood) Sullivan, 87, of Zelienople, formerly of Chippewa Township, Beaver Falls, PA went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, November 25, 2022. Born on August 24, 1935, in Pittsburgh, PA, Ruth was the wife

Grace E. Morrow

November 22, 2022

Grace E. Morrow, 96, of St. Petersburg, FL formerly of Brighton Twp., passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 22, 2022. Born April 28, 1926, in Rochester, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late Henry and Ina Zinkham. Grace was a sales associate

Patrick J. Cunningham

November 22, 2022

Patrick J. Cunningham, 54, of Rochester, passed away on November 22, 2022. Born December 26, 1967, to James R. and Lois Bird Cunningham, Patrick was a longtime resident of Rochester and very active in the community. He retired following a career a

Louis A. Camp

November 15, 2022

Louis A. Camp, 88, of Sewickley, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, Tuesday, November 15,2022 at Masonic Village, Sewickley. Born May 28, 1934 in Beaver Falls, PA, he was a son of the late Louis and Mary Grace (

Hattye J. Bell

November 15, 2022

With heavy hearts, we share with you the passing of Hattye J. Bell, age 88 on November 15, 2022. She was well loved and will always hold a special place in our hearts. Hattye was generous, kind and caring with thoughts always for the well-being of fa

John R. Carling, Jr.

November 12, 2022

John R. Carling, Jr., 71, of Brighton Twp., passed away following an extended illness, with his family at his side, Saturday, November 12, 2022. Born July 23, 1951 in Beaver, he was a son of the late John and Jane Carling, Sr. A resident of Bright