Patricia Anne (Nee Raymus) Butwinski, 67 of Rochester Twp., passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025 in her home, after a long illness. She was born in Passaic, New Jersey on August 1, 1958 a daughter of the late Donald and Helen Raymus, Mechanicsburg, PA. Patty worked for 24 years with Conway E&S as an assistant Vice President and underwriter. She loved to spend her free time sewing, baking, and reading. Patty is survived by her beloved husband of 36…
Sylvia Rae Edenfield, 89, formerly of Monaca, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Crescent Twp., on May 14, 1936 the daughter of the late Edith and Kenneth Morrison. She worked for more than 25 years at JCPenney’s where she was a Supervisor. She also loved her time working at Green Valley Personal Care Home where she helped to cook and care for the residents. She enjoyed her time…
Chester John “Sonny” Smith, 77 of Crescent Twp., passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025. He was born in Sewickley, Pennsylvania on December 28, 1947 a son of the late Delores June (Bradley) & Chester James Smith. He was retired from J&L LTV Steel. Sonny liked to have a good time, he loved to go out dancing. He always enjoyed spending his time at Tinkers and Trenny’s Bar and Grills. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death…
Helen R. McNear 96, of Monaca, passed away on November 11, 2025. She was born on November 10, 1929 in New Brighton, Pennsylvania a daughter of the late Howard and Annabelle Gossard. She was a longtime and active member of the First Wesleyan Church of Rochester. Helen enjoyed daily devotions, gardening, puzzles and crocheting. Her real love was her family. She loved spending time cooking and baking with for her family and hosting Sunday dinners for them throughout the years. …
Terry Hawkins, 87 years old, born December 7, 1937, passed away November 11, 2025 at Cedar Hill Rehabilitation Center, Coraopolis, PA. A resident of Freedom for many years. He was preceded in death by his beautiful and beloved wife Ginny and his mother and father, He is leaving behind his brother James Hawkins and his dear friend Pam Robison and her children, Brendan, Kasey, George and Cameron. He was the owner of Hawkins Music Store in New Brighton for 51…
Paul Nicholas Duraney Jr., 81 of New Brighton, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, October 27, 2025. He was born in Rochester, Pennsylvania on May 21, 1944 a son of the late Paul and Frances Duraney Sr. He was a US Airforce Veteran. Paul ran the Harmony Inn for Carl Beers, his best friend for many years. He previously had worked as a hot finisher at B&W. Paul loved sports, he enjoyed playing softball with the Palace Inn. He…
Theresa Jean Fitzgerald, 66 of Center Twp., passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2025 in her daughter’s home. She was born in Melrose, Massachusetts on April 21, 1959 a daughter of the late Edward and Isabel Fitzgerald. She worked for many years as a waitress at the Hilltop Steakhouse in Saugus, Massachusetts most recently, as a cashier at Circle K. Theresa loved her family more than anything. She especially loved being able to watch her granddaughter Lacey through the years. …
Marie Catherine McCallister, 81 of Center Twp., passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025 in her home. She was born in Sewickley, Pennsylvania on February 13, 1944. She was the daughter of Jerry and Catherine (Pindorova) Hornicek. She was a graduate of Moon High School and attended Garfield Business School in Beaver Falls, PA. She retired after over 20 years as a secretary at The Shippingport Power Station working for both Westinghouse and Duquesne Light/First Energy. Marie loved her family…
Nancy Jane Caler, 95, formerly of Greene Township, Pennsylvania went home to be with her heavenly Father on October 25, 2025. Nancy was a devoted wife to her late husband of 65 years, George Morgan Caler; a beloved mother to her children: George Jeffrey (Susan) Caler, Jerry Ray (Laura) Caler, Lona Jayne (David) Kapanka, and the late Lori Jill (Robert) Zimmerman; and a wonderful grandmother to 13 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. Nancy is survived by sisters, Marjorie Geisel and Edith Hughes and was preceded in death…
Joseph Alexander Catalano Jr., 96 of Rochester Twp., passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 in his home. He was born in Rochester, PA on April 3, 1929 a son of the late Joseph A. and Rose Catalano Sr. He was a retired supervisor for Bell Telephone and a US Army Veteran. Joe was also a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish, St. Cecelia Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife…