John F Sofranko Jr, 76, of Moon Township died on Monday, June 22, 2026 in Heritage Valley Sewickley. He was born in Sewickley, the son of the late John F. and Catherine (Strella) Sofranko. John enlisted in the Navy and was stationed at Guantanamo Bay where he became a medic, taught water survival & was an expert marksman. Upon his discharge, he worked 18 years as a motor inspector until LTV Steel closed. John then spent the next 20 years…
With profound sadness and immeasurable love, we announce the passing of John Paul Starasinich, who left this earth on Father’s Day, June 21, 2026, at the age of 53 after a courageous two-year battle with pancreatic cancer. Born on March 8, 1973, in Rochester, Pennsylvania, John was the son of Donna (Winters) Starasinich and the late Joseph J. Starasinich Sr. John graduated from Beaver Area High School, where he was a member of the golf team. He later attended Edinboro…
Nello Mazzoni Jr., age 76 of Moon Twp, passed away peacefully on Saturday June 20, 2026 in his home surrounded by his family. Nello was born on November 23rd, 1949 in Braddock, PA, the son of the late Nello Mazzoni and Louise DeRiggi Mazzoni. Nello graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 1971 and 1974 with a BS and MS in Mathematics and retired from Lucas Systems, Inc. in Wexford. He is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years…
Melvin Richard “Dick” Hall, 91 of Center Twp., passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026 in his home. He was born in Aliquippa, PA on October 22, 1934 the son of the late Melvin “Buck” and Juanita “Boots” Hall. He was retired from US Steel Corporation, where he was the Director of the Mail Center on Pittsburgh’s South Side. Dick had a lifelong love and passion for flying. He achieved his private pilot license at a young age and flew…
Victoria Pearl (Koplets) Suttelle, 79, of Raccoon Township, passed away peacefully at home on June 15, 2026, in the loving arms of her children, fittingly on her mother’s birthday. Born April 4, 1947, in Bedford, PA, she was the daughter of the late Theodore F. and Betty N. (Horton) Koplets and a graduate of Ambridge High School. Vicki, who was often called “Dolly” or “Barbie,” was beautiful both inside and out. She carried herself with grace, kindness, and quiet strength,…
Ellen Joan Eger, age 75, of Sewickley, passed away on June 14, 2026, daughter of the late Dr. Elmer and Elaine Solomon Eger and sister of the late Marsha Eger. Survived by brother, Dr. Mark Eger (Susan), nephews Dr. Noah Eger (Michele), Jason Eger (Julie), Max Brown (Nansa), grandnieces and grandnephews, cousins, and dear friends. Funeral arrangements are private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ellen’s memory to: Masonic Village of Sewickley, 1000 Masonic Drive, Sewickley, PA….
Arlene Ruth Marino, 86, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 8, 2026 at Masonic Village in Sewickley, surrounded by her family. She was born in Pittsburgh on May 21, 1940, daughter of the late Ruth and Francis Colaizzi. Arlene married the love of her life, Charles Marino, with whom she shared 46 devoted years of marriage. Together they built a life and family, starting a legacy of love that has spanned generations. Arlene was a retired registered nurse and spent…
A branch has fallen from our family tree, Loretto A. Vaccarelli, “Vac”, “Lou” or “Nini” has passed away. He was called home on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 in Providence Care Center after a valiant fight with cancer. A life-long resident of Aliquippa, PA, Lou graduated from Aliquippa Highschool in 1962. He was a proud steelworker for over 23 years and a member of Steelworkers Local 1211. Later in life he worked for Verasol in Crafton, PA and Balboa in Moon…
Joseph J. Rychel, of Moon Twp., passed away peacefully on May 31, 2026 at the age of 88 in his home at Apple Blossom Senior Living Center. He was born in McKees Rocks on December 27, 1937, the son of the late Michael & Mary (Tovarnitsky) Rychel. After a brief time in the Air Force and as a draftsman, Joe found his calling as a certified financial planner. While Joe spent nearly 40 years as a CFP, his true…
Michael James Szelc, 68, of Moon Township, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026. Born in Alexandria, Virginia, on November 17, 1957, Michael was the son of Jean (Nickolls) Burney and the late Theodore Szelc. He was the beloved brother of Nancy, Carol, and Betty Anne and was preceded in death by his brother, Gary Szelc. Michael was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend. He shared 39 loving years of marriage with his beloved wife, Melissa (Bender). He…