Oct 22, 2020

John C. “Jack” Grimm, 88 of Brighton Twp., passed away suddenly on Thursday evening, October 22 at his home.

Born December 1, 1931, he was a son of the late Edna Winters Carr and had been a resident of Brighton Twp the past 60 years.  A Veteran of the US Army, he served during the Korean War...

Oct 18, 2020

Robert J. Ress, 93, of Beaver, PA, passed away October 18, 2020 at Tapestry Senior Living in Moon Township.

He was born in Germany on April 11, 1927 to the late Franz and Ella Ress.  He immigrated to the United States in 1953 and his late wife, Irmgard Welte, followed in 1956.  They were wed at St....

Oct 15, 2020

Joanne Elizabeth (Trimbur) Waida, 76, of Beaver Falls, passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2020, at UPMC Shadyside Hospital in Pittsburgh, surrounded by her loving family after an extended illness.

Born on May 12, 1944, in Butler, Joanne was the daughter of the late William and Elizabeth (Acquavita) Trimbur. She graduated from Mars Area High School in...

Oct 15, 2020

Donna Lee (Witherow) Saylor, 84, of North Sewickley Township, passed away on October 15, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family due to complications from Alzheimer’s disease.

She was born on July 19, 1936 in Beaver, a daughter of Eleanor (Davis) Bock and step daughter of Paul Bock. She was a 1954 graduate of Beaver...

Oct 14, 2020

Violet Cvetovich, 84 of Homestead, PA passed away Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at Beaver Meadows, Brighton Twp.

Born February 23, 1936 in Midland, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Mary Cvetovich.

Preceding her in death besides her parents, was a brother, George Cvetovich, 3 sisters, Annie George, Mary Cvetovich, Milka Lozzi, and...

Oct 14, 2020

Lily Ann Thurnher was born on October 14, 2020 at 10:10 a.m. to loving parents, Brian and Brenda May Thurnher, Chippewa Township. She weighed 4 lbs, 15 oz and was 18 inches long. Although we knew Lily’s life here with us would be short, we were blessed deeply by the time we had with her while she danced in...

Oct 12, 2020

Helen E. Mauch, 83, of Canonsburg, formerly of Beaver, broke free from her battle with Alzheimer’s Disease, Monday, October 12, 2020, while being cared for in her loving home.  After years, she is fulfilling her heart’s desire of singing “How Great Thou Art” in the presence of her Savior.

Born December 21, 1936 in Detroit, MI, she...

Oct 12, 2020

Ernest H. Brown, Jr., 88, of Williamsburg, VA, formerly of Vanport Twp., passed away at home, surrounded by his beloved family, Monday, October 12, 2020.

Born in Vanport Twp., he was a son of the late Ernest H. “Brownie” Brown, Sr., and Augusta “Gussie” Brown.  Ernie graduated from Beaver High School, going to work that same year...

Oct 11, 2020

Ann Cochrane, 82, of Castle Shannon, formerly of Brookline, passed away unexpectedly on October 11, 2020.

Born on January 10, 1938, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Mary Burke. Ann was a loving and caring mother, grandmother, sister, and friend and will be sadly missed by everyone who had the chance to...

Oct 9, 2020

Mary Rolya, 94, of Midland, passed away on October 9, 2020, after a brief illness.

Born on February 21, 1926, in Atlasburg, Pa., to the late George and Mary Harvey, she was a faithful member of St. Blaise Roman Catholic Parish.  Mary was an avid reader, loved playing on her IPad, and enjoyed most spending time with...

Oct 8, 2020

June Agnes and  Hettie Anne Elms passed away prematurely on October 7, 2020, and October 8 th , 2020.

They were twin sisters, both born on October 7, 2020

Surviving the girls are their parents, John and Diane Elms of Beaver; Maternal grandparents, Daniel and Bernadette Durkin of Monaca; and paternal grandparents, John and Lorrie...

Oct 7, 2020

Kenneth Clyde Groscost, 84, of Midland, passed away surrounded by his loving family, Wednesday, October 7, 2020.

Born March 27, 1936 in Midland, he was a son of the late Donald and Josephine Davis Groscost.  Kenneth was a 1956 graduate of Lincoln High School, Midland, a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, and an active member of...

Oct 6, 2020

Robert Orrin Torrence, 71, formerly of Monaca, passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2020, following a brief illness.

Born January 25, 1949, he was a son of the late Orrin and Phyllis Torrence.  A 1967 graduate of Beaver High School, Robert went on to proudly serve in the U.S. Army during Vietnam.  He retired from the maintenance department...

Oct 5, 2020

Helen Caffro, 104, of Industry, passed away at home, surrounded by her loving family, Monday, October 5, 2020.

Helen was a daughter of the late George and Milka Zetz, and had lived in Midland and Industry all her life.  She was a hard worker who loved to clean and cook, especially at her family’s restaurant, Larry’s Café. ...

Sep 30, 2020

Cris Jay Sheets, 72, of Brighton Twp., passed away Wednesday, September 30, 2020, at Good Samaritan Hospice.

Born May 31, 1948 in New Brighton, he was a son of the late Darrell and Rose Sheets.  A resident of Brighton Twp. for 48-years, Cris worked the last 11-years as a maintenance tech at Lane Steel, McKees Rocks, having...

Sep 29, 2020

Beverley M. Fink, 84, of Vanport and Melbourne Beach, FL passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at her Florida home surrounded by her family.

Beverley was born July 27, 1936 in Punxsutawney, PA and was a daughter of the late Kenneth H. and Margaret (Collins) Mortimer.

She is survived by her sons Scott...

Sep 28, 2020

Barry Lee Lansberry, 77, of West Mayfield, passed away at home, Monday, September 28, 2020.

Born February 1, 1943 in Clearfield, he was a son of the late William A. and Isabel H. Stephens Lansberry.  Barry was a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force and Methodist by faith.

He will be greatly missed by...

Sep 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 Community UMC in Rochester, where he served on several different committees....

Sep 26, 2020

James A. Soisson, 90, of Brighton Twp., passed away peacefully on September 26, 2020 at Beaver Valley Healthcare and Rehab.

Born on March 16, 1930, in Rochester, to the late Anthony and Myrna Snyder Soisson, James was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served in Germany and Korea as a Sergeant. He retired from Crucible Steel,...

Sep 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 High School, and married the love of her life, Frank L. Clark, on April 12,...