Apr 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 School, Dave worked as a welder with Sippel Steel Fab, Ambridge. He loved playing...

Mar 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 Pittsburgh Steelers fan and enjoyed cooking and spending time with...

Mar 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 and earned his BS and MS from IUP. He started his career as a...

Mar 23, 2023

James Henri Todd, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and river boat captain, passed away suddenly on March 23, 2023, while on vacation with his family in Monsummano Terme, Italy. He was 77 years old.

James, known as Jim or The Captain, is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Ann (Dawson); his children Missy (Luke) Stevens, Buffy (Jason) Foster, and...

Mar 22, 2023

Paul R. Rose, 91, of Beaver, passed away at home, surrounded by his family, Wednesday, March 22, 2023.

Born August 26, 1931 in Gallitzin, PA, he was the son of the late John W. and Elizabeth M. Rose. While working at Burke’s Auto Store, Paul was transferred to the Beaver Valley from Gallitzin in 1950. In a...

Mar 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 years, and was known for her beautiful smile and contagious laugh. She had...

Mar 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 astonishment of the entire medical community, she earned the title of unicorn by surviving on sheer will and determination...

Mar 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 formerly worked as a deli clerk at Giant Eagle, Rochester.

She will be greatly...

Mar 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 Czar”. He was also passionate about the Steelers, horseshoe, golfing, attending the Indy 500 race for...

Mar 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 worked on the farm her entire life & Loved It! She was a newspaper delivery...

Mar 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 fantastic cook and loved nothing more than cooking for everyone. She loved...

Mar 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 children; Lana (Jim) of Pittsburgh, Ted Presutti of East Liverpool; Sam M Presutti, of Ohioville; Michelle...

Mar 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 a 43-year career as an IBEW Machinist/Mechanic with First Energy. In his spare...

Mar 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 Kelley; children, Bridget (Chris) Dozier, Shannon (Ben) Murray, and Erin Kelley; two grandsons,...

Mar 2, 2023

Thomas A. Tuma, 77, of Industry, passed away Thursday, March 2, 2023, at home surrounded by family.

Born May 19, 1945 in Rochester, he was a son of the late Andrew & Mary Tuma. Tom had been a resident of Industry for 52 years. He was a veteran of the US Air Force having served two tours...

Feb 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 Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Beaver, and worked as a Machine Shop Supervisor at Westinghouse,...

Feb 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, PA, he was the son of Amelia (Sanchez) Juarez, and the late Adolfo Juarez....

Feb 28, 2023

William ‘Bill/Kelly’ Slusarczyk, 92 of Ohioville, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, February 28th 2023.

Born April 3, 1930 in Centerville, PA, he was a son of the late George and Martha Slusarchyk. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 54 years, Lavina ‘Jane’; his sister Catherine ‘Katie’ Spewock; and a brother Thomas. Bill was a...

Feb 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 loving wife and partner of 53 years, Marcy, his sister Elizabeth...

Feb 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 as a caretaker at area group homes for over 30 years with Life...