Obituaries

Carmen F. Barbaro

September 27, 2020

Carmen F. Barbaro, 85, of Brighton Twp., was called to his heavenly home on September 27, 2020 at Apple Blossoms in Moon Twp., PA. Born November 22, 1934, he was the son of the late Minnie and Frank Barbaro, and was a faithful member of Faith Comm

Eva M. Clark

September 26, 2020

Eva M. Clark, 99, of Midland, PA, departed this life on September 26, 2020. Eva was born on December 24, 1920, in Beaufort, South Carolina, and was raised by her parents George and Estelle Merrell in Aliquippa, PA. She graduated from Aliquippa Hi

Bessie M. Fox

September 23, 2020

Bessie M. Fox, 95, of Beaver, formerly of Crescent Twp., passed away Wednesday, September 23, 2020. Born July 7, 1925 in Newell, WV, she was a daughter of the late Grover C. and Mae Logsdon Bruce.  Bessie retired as a custodian with the Pittsburg

Patricia A. Matthews

September 20, 2020

Patricia Ann (Pat) Matthews, beloved wife of the late Martin H. Matthews, left this earth at home, Sunday, September 20, 2020. Born April 24, 1936 in the former Rochester General Hospital, she was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. LaVerne Blin

Barbara A. Hill

September 19, 2020

  Barbara Adams Hill, 94, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, formerly of Patterson Heights and Brighton Township, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2020. The former Barbara Lou Adams was born on September 15, 1926, in Hialeah, FL, just d

Marjorie C. Barton

September 17, 2020

Marjorie C. Barton 89, of East Palestine Ohio, formerly of Monaca Heights passed away unexpectedly Thursday afternoon, September 17, 2020 Born December 30, 1930 in Rochester Pa., she was a daughter of the late Ira and Philominia “Minnie” Price

Caroline B. Cupani

September 15, 2020

Caroline B. Cupani, 85, of Brighton Twp., passed away early Tuesday morning, September 15, 2020, at Providence Care Center, Beaver Falls. Born December 24, 1934 in Beaver Falls, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Katherine Gregorich Rihely.

Dorothy McNear

September 14, 2020

Dorothy (Johnson) McNear, 95, formerly of Rochester, passed away Monday, September 14, 2020 at Providence Care Center, Beaver Falls. Born August 12, 1925 in New Brighton, she was a daughter of the late John W. and Artie D. Johnson, a 1943 graduate

Judy Hogue

September 10, 2020

Judy Doreen Hogue, 64, of Brighton Twp., passed away on September 10, 2020 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born on April 21, 1956 in Rochester, to the late Jack and Doreen Henry Miller Sr., Judy was a faithful member of Rochester First United Metho

Mary D. Balogh

September 10, 2020

Mary D. Balogh, 90, of Beaver, formerly of Economy, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2020, with her children by her side. Born on February 12, 1930, in Darby, PA, to the late Giuseppe and Olympia Mattei Romanelli, Mary attended Our Lady of

Betty J. Baker

September 3, 2020

Betty J. (Meeder) Baker, 89, of Beaver, passed away with her husband at her side, early Thursday morning, September 3, 2020. Born September 14, 1930 in Beaver, she was a daughter of the late Warren I. and Margarette L. (Dobson) Meeder.  A residen

Kristine A. Johnson

August 29, 2020

Kristine (Zoeller) Johnson of Monaca Heights, 62, died on Aug. 29, 2020 at Heritage Valley Beaver after sudden heart failure. Born in Rochester, PA on May 1, 1958, she was the eldest daughter of the late Frederick and Janet (Stuehling) Zoeller. At

Lindsay J. Engstrom

August 29, 2020

Lindsay Joyce Engstrom, 33, of Rochester, passed away unexpectedly on August 29, 2020. Born on June 1, 1987, in Portland, Oregon, to Michael and the late Janet Bair Engstrom, Linz, as she went by, was truly a free spirit.  She was artistic, creat

James L. Rubino Sr.

August 28, 2020

James L. Rubino Sr., 79, a long-time resident of Brighton Twp, passed away unexpectedly on August 28, after a long, full life filled with unwavering faith, love, and laughter. Born January 26, 1941 in Monaca, he was a son of the late Charles and L

Marie Rose Cilli

August 27, 2020

Marie Rose Cilli,94, formerly of Midland, passed away Thursday evening, August 27, 2020, at Calcutta Health Care Center, following a brief illness. Born April 16, 1926 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Plunkett a

Patricia Londino-Buck

August 27, 2020

Patricia Londino-Buck, 77 of Brighton Twp, formerly of Watertown, NY passed away Thursday, August 27, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born May 31, 1943 in Elizabeth, NJ, she was a daughter of the late, Orlando and Aquillina Londi

Allen W. Milligan IV

August 25, 2020

Allen W. Milligan IV, 20, of Rochester Twp., passed away Tuesday, August 25, 2020 with family by his side. Born November 19, 1999 in Brighton Twp., he was the son of Allen W. and April Luktisch Milligan III.  A resident of Rochester all his life,

H. Robert (Bob) McClune

August 23, 2020

H. Robert (Bob) McClune, 65, of Vanport Twp., passed away at home with his family at his side, Sunday, August 23, 2020. How do you begin to share a lifetime in a few words? Dedication and love for family and a passion for music, golf, work, and

Eleanor J. "Ellie" Pulcini

August 22, 2020

Eleanor "Ellie" Jane Bailey Pulcini, 81, formerly of Beaver, passed away surrounded by her family, August 22, 2020. She was born March 30, 1939 in Rochester, PA, a daughter of the late Evelyn Forse and Arthur Bailey. A woman of many talents, she

Virginia M. Dillon

August 17, 2020

Virginia M. Dillon, 91, of Vanport Twp., passed away Monday, August 17, 2020, at Good Samaritan Hospice, Brighton Twp. Born September 1, 1928 in Erie, she was a daughter of the late Harold G. and Grace Hoffman Avery.  Active in her community, Vir

Betty J. Yovich

August 15, 2020

Betty Yovich, 85, of Midland passed away Saturday, August 15, 2020, at Providence Care Center, Beaver Falls.  She had family at her side as she left to meet so many of her family members that passed before her. Born December 4, 1934 in East Liver

Ailene Glass

August 13, 2020

Ailene Gordon Glass, 92, formerly of Big Beaver, passed away Thursday, August 13, 2020, at Humility House, Austintown, OH. Born March 4, 1928 in Beaver, she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Grace E. Lyons Gordon.   A resident of Big Beaver

Anna Mae Yevak

August 11, 2020

Anna Mae Yevak, 88, formerly of Midland, passed away with her family at her side, Tuesday, August 11, 2020. Born May 9, 1932 in Midland, she was a daughter of the late Svetko and Milicia Kosanovich.  Anna was the former owner of Anna Mae’s Beau

Patricia A. Marion

August 7, 2020

Patricia A. Marion, 90, of Brighton Twp., passed on August 7, 2020. Born on April 14, 1930 in Ellwood City, to the late Ernest and Willa Reinheimer, she has been a resident of Beaver and Brighton Twp. since 1967. Patricia was a faithful member of Va

Charlotte R. Umstead

August 7, 2020

  Charlotte Rae Umstead, 77 of Aliquippa formerly of Beaver passed away unexpectedly Friday morning, August 7, 2020 at Heritage Valley, Beaver. Born September 26, 1942 in New Brighton, PA, she was a daughter of Gayle and Esther Funk Umstea

Mary E. Berdine

August 5, 2020

Mary E. Berdine, 87, of Beaver, passed away on August 5, 2020. Born on June 6, 1933, in Jackson PA, she was the daughter of the late John and Olive Sweeney. Mary was a member of Kent’s Chapel in Brave PA, and loved to babysit and do crafts. A

John K. Fink III

August 3, 2020

John K. Fink III, 68, of Chippewa Twp., formerly of Beaver, passed away Monday, August 3, 2020. Born July 29, 1952 in Rochester, he was a son of the late John K. and Charlotte Jane McCourt Fink, Jr. John was an active member of the IBEW Local Uni

Dr. Timothy A. Nott

July 27, 2020

Dr. Timothy Allan Nott, 64, formerly of Center Twp., passed away surrounded by his loving family, Monday, July 27, 2020. Born January 31, 1956 in Rochester, he was a son of the late Lester H. and Martha Zetz Nott. Tim was a 1974 graduate of Center

Daniel E. Knopsnider

July 26, 2020

Daniel Edwin “Snick” Knopsnider Sr., 70, of New Galilee passed away unexpectedly on July 26, 2020. Born on March 16,1950 in Normalville, PA, Daniel was the son of the late Worthe and Sarah Mardis Suter Jr., a loyal member of the VFW Post 8106

Ida M. Pate

July 22, 2020

Ida M. Pate, 94, of Midland, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at Heritage Valley, Beaver. She was born October 7, 1925 in Belmonte, Calabria, Italy. Ida will be remembered as a devoted wife, loving mother, and proud grandmother and great-gran

Theresa A. Malone

July 20, 2020

Theresa A. (Terri) Malone, 66, of Beaver, passed away Monday, July 20, 2020, due to complications from Multiple Sclerosis. A daughter of the late Anna (Kupin) and Raymond Francis Malone, Terri was formerly employed at Boston College, later moving

Evelyn L. Knott

July 12, 2020

Evelyn L. Knott passed away peacefully at Concordia at Villa St. Joseph on Sunday, July 12, 2020. Evelyn was born June 29, 1924 in Industry and was the daughter of the late Christ and Harriett Hogue Aeschbacher. She is survived by her sons, Fre

Donald E. Berdine

July 8, 2020

Donald E. Berdine, 27, of Vanport Twp., passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, July 8, 2020. Born July 7, 1993 in Brighton Twp., he was a son of Martha O. Berdine Steiner, Vanport Twp. Passionate about cooking, Donald worked as a chef at both the Ka

Patricia Modany

July 5, 2020

God has blessed us with another angel as he welcomes Patricia (Pat) Modany into his Kingdom. There, she will be reunited with her husband of 58 years (John H. Modany), her son (Brian E. Modany), and her son-in-law (Jerry Roman). Known to her sev

Deborah Marie Kremer

June 26, 2020

Deborah Marie (Harris) Kremer, 68, of Brighton Township, passed away on June 26, 2020. Born on June 1, 1952 in Lafayette, Indiana. Deborah was the daughter of the late Richard and Doris Conkright Harris. Throughout Deborah’s life she was a wo

Aleksandar M. Doughty

June 23, 2020

Aleksandar “Aleks” Mark Doughty, 24, of Fort Mill, SC passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 23, 2020. Born May 13, 1996 in Clearwater, FL, he was the loving son of Mark Allen and Alesia Conners Doughty. Aleks graduated from Fort Mill Hig

Paul Susich, Jr.

June 20, 2020

Paul Susich, Jr., 78, of Rochester Twp., unknowingly and painlessly, left his beloved family, Saturday, June 20, 2020. Born January 29, 1942 in Midland, he was a son of the late Paul, Sr. and Dorothy Vuich Susich. A handyman extraordinaire, he ret

George W. Ketterer

June 14, 2020

George W. Ketterer, 62, of Brighton Twp., passed away unexpectedly Sunday, June 14, 2020. Born December 5, 1957, he was a son of the late Richard and Lena Mae Ketterer. A Beaver area resident all his life, George was employed as a driver for Young

Marsha C. Sobieski

June 14, 2020

Marsha C. Sobieski, 51, of East Liverpool, OH, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, June 14, 2020. Born September 11, 1968 in East Liverpool, she was a business analyst for Steel Lite International, New Castle. In her spare time, Marsha enjoyed gard

Keith E. Martin

June 9, 2020

Keith Eric Martin, 62, of Ohioville, with his wife at his side, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Tuesday, June 9, 2020. Born January 12, 1958 in Buffalo, NY, he was a son of the late Wayne G. and Mary Roessler Martin. A res

Miriam A. Dougherty

June 5, 2020

Miriam A. Dougherty, 91 , of Brighton Township, passed away on June 5, 2020 at Franciscan Manor. Born on March 16, 1929 in Bridgewater to the late Harry G. and Leah Frances Flinner, Miriam was a faithful member of Beaver Christian & Missionary All

Donald J. Sullivan

June 5, 2020

Donald J. Sullivan, 84, of Beaver, went to be with the Lord on June 5, 2020 at Providence Care Center in Beaver Falls. Born on November 9, 1935, in Avalon, PA he was the son of the late Eugene and Hazel “Dolly” Sullivan. He is a graduate of S

Giana C. Berardi

May 25, 2020

Giana Catherine Berardi, 11, of Beaver, earned her princess angel wings on May 25, 2020, in the arms of her mother and surrounded by her loving family. The daughter of Shelley Boyd and Michael Berardi of Beaver, she was born on July 27, 2008. Gia

Zackery E. Pickens

May 25, 2020

Zackery Eric Pickens, 32, of Ambridge passed away Monday, May 25, 2020. A son of Eric S. Pickens, Midland, and Renea (James) Bishop, Ambridge, Zackery earned a teaching degree at the South Hills Beauty Academy. His love of music led him to work

Marlene B. Kerr

May 25, 2020

Marlene B. Kerr, 86, of Westerville, OH, formerly of Beaver, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2020 in the CCU at Heritage Valley Medical Center with family at her side. Born September 30, 1933 in Evans City to Lewis and Ethel Kirchner, then moved

Harold F. Reed Jr.

May 23, 2020

Harold F. Reed Jr, 93, of Beaver, passed away peacefully at home in his sleep on May 23, 2020. Born on March 5, 1927 in Beaver, he was the son of the late Harold F. Sr. and Mary Louise Reed. The most important thing for Harold in life was the love

Thomas B. Day II

May 20, 2020

So, the world doesn’t have Thomas B. Day II to kick around anymore.  I’m gone!  The devil finally called my name.  The grim reaper came for me on Wednesday May 20, 2020.  I bought the farm.  I bit the dust.  So, I guess I’m off to the pro

Jean A. Anthony

May 11, 2020

Jean A. Anthony, 78, of Ohioville, passed away Monday, May 11, 2020, at Heritage Valley, Beaver. Born October 29, 1941 in Aliquippa, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Ann Reinel. Jean retired as a cafeteria worker at Lincoln Park, having

J. Daniel Maxwell I

May 6, 2020

J. Daniel Maxwell I, 86, of Beaver, passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2020, at Good Samaritan Hospice, Beaver. Born March 30, 1934, he was a son of the late J.T. and Kathryn Howe Maxwell. Dan was a 1952 graduate of Beaver Area High School, going on t

Marie C. Heinle

April 26, 2020

Marie C. Heinle, 86, of Beaver passed away early Sunday morning, April 26, 2020, at the Good Samaritan Hospice House, Wexford, surrounded by her loving family. For two years prior, Marie resided at Concordia at Villa St. Joseph where she received exc

Donald L. Wilson

April 25, 2020

Donald L. Wilson, 68, of Brighton Twp., passed away at home, surrounded by his loving family, Saturday, April 25, 2020. Born August 17, 1951 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late William and Edith Wilson. A resident of Brighton Twp. most of his

Mary T. Gilmore

April 22, 2020

Mary Teresa Gilmore, 88, formerly of Francis Farmer Apartments, Brighton Twp., having lived there for 25 years, passed away Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at Brighton Rehab and Wellness. Born July 17, 1931 in Koppel, she was a daughter of the late Char

John G. Stewart

April 16, 2020

John G. Stewart, 80, of Beaver, PA and longtime resident of Chapel Hill, NC passed away Thursday, April 16, 2020. Born November 9, 1939 in Clarion County, PA, he was the son of the late Wilbur and Vivian Stewart. After graduating from Beaver Area

Josephine A. Morgan

April 14, 2020

Josephine (“Jody”) A. Morgan, 90, formerly of Brighton Township, passed away on April 14, 2020 with her daughters by her side. Born July 10, 1929 in Pittsburgh, she was the cherished daughter of the late Provvidenza and Giovanni Frank Crisant

Mildred Johnson

April 13, 2020

Mildred “Mickey” Johnson, 93 of Midland passed away early Monday morning, April 13, 2020 at Good Samaritan Hospice at Heritage Valley, Beaver with her family at her side. Born March 29, 1927 in Midland, she was a daughter of the late Theodore an

Isabell Barrett

April 5, 2020

Isabell Barrett, 88, of Beaver passed away suddenly on Sunday, April 5, 2020 at her home. Born August 15, 1931 in Brighton Twp., she was a daughter of the late Samuel Jacob and Mary Pearl Holt. Isabell had been a resident of the Beaver area all of

David P. Morton

April 5, 2020

David P.Morton 74, a lifetime resident of Beaver, passed away Sunday April 5, 2020 at Forbes Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born December 24, 1945 in Rochester Hospital, he was the son of the late Ralph and Betty Morton of Beaver. He was preceded in dea

William W. Zigerelli

March 25, 2020

William W. (Bill) Zigerelli, 73, of Bridgewater, died Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at Good Samaritan Hospice. Born April 24, 1946 in Monaca, he was the son of the late John F. and Mary (Donangelo) Zigerelli. Bill had a very successful career working

Pamela Sue Reich

March 24, 2020

Pamela Sue Reich, 70, of Chippewa, formerly of Beaver, passed away suddenly at CuraHealth, Heritage Valley, Beaver, Tuesday, March 24, 2020. Born April 2, 1949 in Rochester, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Lois Perkins and had been a reside

James D. Klinesmith Jr.

March 23, 2020

James David Klinesmith Jr., 75 of Midland passed away unexpectedly Monday, March 23, 2020. Born July 20, 1944 in Rochester, PA, he was a son of the Late James and Lucy Hupp Klinesmith, Sr. Jim had retired as a diesel machinist from Norfolk and Sou

Sara J. Jenkins

March 22, 2020

Sara J. Jenkins, 86 of New Sewickley Twp passed away, Sunday, March 22, 2020 surrounded by her family. As per her wishes, private services will be held followed by inurnment at the Cemetery of the Alleghenies. In lieu of flowers, memorial contr

Kathleen A. Hoffman

March 17, 2020

Kathleen Anne Hoffman, 85, of Beaver, passed away with her family at her side, Tuesday, March 17, 2020. Born October 24, 1934 in Beaver Falls, she was a daughter of the late Howard C. and Florence (Yeager) Russell. Kathleen was a 1955 graduate of

John W. "Jack" McNaughton

March 13, 2020

John W. “Jack” McNaughton, 83, formerly of Industry, passed away peacefully, Friday, March 13, 2020 at Beaver Valley Health & Rehabilitation Center, South Beaver Twp. Born March 26, 1936 in Latrobe, he was the son of the late John and Margaret

Theresa C. Kane

March 11, 2020

Theresa C. Kane, 79, of Ohioville, passed away on Wednesday March 11, 2020 at Beaver Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation following a brief illness with Cancer. Born April 4, 1940 in Galway, Ireland, she was the daughter of the late Mary and Patrick

Elizabeth M. Young

March 8, 2020

Elizabeth M. (Chirico) Young, 96, of Center Twp., received her eternal reward on Sunday, March 8, 2020. Born March 17, 1923 in Youngstown, OH, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Maria (Serafino) Chirico. While she worked outside the home

Helen E. Petchel

March 8, 2020

Helen Edith Petchel of Industry entered eternal life on March 8th 2020 at 97 years young. Helen was born March 3, 1923 in New Brighton. She was the daughter of the late George and Edith Perelli Freed of New Brighton. Her beloved husband, John

Audrey H. Sheline

March 6, 2020

Audrey H. Sheline, 90, of Brighton Twp., passed away on March 6, 2020 at Heritage Valley Beaver. Born September 28, 1929, she was the daughter of the late George Calvin and Jewel Crumm Henderson, Audrey was a faithful and lifetime member at Park Pr

Julia V. Modany

March 1, 2020

Julia V. Heidel Modany, 88, of Ohioville, passed away following a brief illness, Sunday, March 1, 2020. Born July 19, 1931 in Monaca, she was a daughter of the late George and Anna Heidel. A resident of Ohioville for over 60 years, Julia was a fa

Dolores Hogsett

February 29, 2020

Dolores Banks Hogsett, 94, long-time resident of Beaver, Pennsylvania, passed away on Saturday, February 29, 2020, at Tapestry Senior Living in Moon Township, PA surrounded by her family. Born December 31, 1925, in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of t

Beatrice A. Cooper

February 27, 2020

Beatrice Alene (Roll) Cooper, 90, of Beaver, went to be with her Lord on February 27, 2020. Born February 16, 1930, in Beaver, she was the daughter of the late Albert C. Roll and Beatrice G. Dunbar Roll, she attended the Lincoln grade school until

James E. Klinesmith

February 26, 2020

James Eric Klinesmith, 26 of Ohioville passed away unexpectedly on February 26, 2020. Born June 7, 1993, he was a son of Jeffrey David Sr., and Glenda Glenn Klinesmith of Industry.  Jim had worked as a machinist with the railroad and loved being

Betty J. Lacey

February 21, 2020

Betty Jayne Lacey, 92, of Beaver, passed away on February 21, 2020 in Providence Care Center, with her family at her side. Born on March 14, 1927 in Houston, PA to the late Blair and Myrtle McCoy Getz, she enjoyed reading and gardening, and most im

Robert O. Drylie III

February 17, 2020

Article taken from Opinion section of Pittsburgh Post Gazette. More than a decade ago, I needed work done on my house and asked my Central North Side neighbors for recommendations. “You want Bob Drylie,” they said. “He can be slow, but he’

Carmacel M. Felice

February 14, 2020

Carmacel “Carmie” Martucci Felice, 76, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2020, at Brighton Rehabilitation and Wellness Center, Brighton Township. She was preceded in death by her parents, Carmen and Cecelia Martucci, Beaver, and her husband

Charlotte M. Irion

February 13, 2020

Charlotte Mae Irion, 92 of Beaver passed away Thursday, February 13, 2020 at Good Samaritan Hospice at Heritage Valley, Beaver, with her sons at her side. Born August 25, 1927 in Beaver, she was a daughter of the late Howard W. and M. Pearl Johnst

Barbara Madish

February 4, 2020

Barbara (MacBride) Madish, 91, of Industry, passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2020. Born February 9, 1928 in Bonne Terre, MO, she was a daughter of the late Winfield B. and Thora C. (Wilson) MacBride. A homemaker all her life, Barbara will be remem

James A. Bohon

February 4, 2020

James A. Bohon, 69, of Brighton Twp., passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, February 4, 2020. Born December 15, 1950 in New Brighton, he was a son of the late Clarence and Vivian Bohon.  A resident of Brighton Twp. for 27 years, James retired from Pe

Audie L. Robinson

February 3, 2020

Audie Lane Robinson entered into eternal rest on February 3, 2020. Born May 20, 1939 in Wallace, WV, he was the son of Leslie O. Robinson & Emsie Hayhurst Robinson. Lane worked in general construction until his retirement. He was an avid sports f

Wesley N. Glass

February 1, 2020

Wesley N. Glass, 90, of Youngstown, OH, formerly of Big Beaver, passed away surrounded by his loving family at his daughter’s home Saturday, February 1, 2020. Born June 6, 1929 in Nyack, NY, he was a son of the late Wesley G. and Frances Greensh