Obituaries

Stanley Arthur Stickles

Stanley Arthur Stickles

Stanley Arthur Stickles, 85, of Raccoon Township returned to his one eternal love, Mary Ann Diaddigo Stickles on Wednesday, January 31, 2024.  They traveled this world together for over 57 years, and now, after almost 7 years without her, he has taken his leave to go and explore the final destination with her.  He met Mary Ann while attending Aliquippa High School, where she honestly was not impressed with his bad boy image at first.  Thankfully, he grew on her…

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Alma Ruth Barnes

Alma Ruth Barnes

Alma Ruth (Branthoover) Barnes, 93, of Potter Twp., passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024 in Heritage Valley Beaver.  She was born in Johnstown, PA on October 19, 1930 the daughter of the late Alfaretta and Willis Branthoover.  She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Aliquippa.  Alma was an extremely welcoming person.  Her house was the house where everyone congregated.  She helped with ARC Human Services running a lot of their summer programs.  Alma also was…

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Cecelia Ann (Momich) Helble

Cecelia Ann (Momich) Helble

Cecelia Ann (Momich) Helble, 87, formerly of Baden, passed away peacefully January 28, 2024 in Villa St. Joseph. She was born in Aliquippa on October 6, 1936, a daughter of the late John and Anna (Klenovich) Momich.  Cecelia was a loving mother, grandmother, and overall force of nature. Her words always carried a strong opinion. She said how she felt and we loved it. Her card playing abilities were unmatched along with her perspective on life. She is remembered for…

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Willa Roberta Kocher

Willa Roberta Kocher

Willa Roberta (Weathers) Kocher, 96, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on January 26, 2024.  She was born on March 28, 1927, in Gallipolis Ferry, West Virginia, a daughter of the late Lloyd and Lyda Weathers.  She was a 1945 Hopewell High School Graduate and a devoted member of Ohio United Presbyterian Church. An avid bowler at Sheffield Lanes, an amazing quilter and a passionate story teller (often reminiscing of her childhood in West Virginia).  Her favorite thing…

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Walter S. Archacki

Walter S. Archacki

Walter S. Archacki, 67, of Aliquippa, was called home on January 25, 2024 after a short stay at UPMC Passavant, McCandless.  He was born in Pittsburgh on July 29, 1956, the eldest son of the late Walter R. & Lillian (Lewandowski) Archacki. While born with physical challenges from cerebral palsy, Walter persevered and thrived. He proudly graduated from Montour High School in 1976. After graduation, Walter worked as a groundskeeper for Kane Medical Centers until he retired. In 1997, Walter…

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Jessica Rae Douds

Jessica Rae Douds

Jessica Rae Douds, 34 of Ohioville passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 in Heritage Valley Beaver. She was born in Beaver, PA on May 2, 1989 the daughter of Bruce Buchanan and the late Alane Bloom.  She loved to spend her time crocheting and coloring.  Jessie loved horses, she also loved to draw horses.  She enjoyed going to the beach, and was a truck, car and tractor enthusiast.  She is survived by her husband Rick Douds Jr; her…

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Robert W. Potts

Robert W. Potts

Robert W. Potts, 82, of Moon Twp., passed away peacefully on January 17, 2024 at Good Samaritan Hospice at Heritage Valley Beaver.  He was born in Coraopolis on August 27, 1941 the son of the late James & Irma (Miller) Potts. Robert graduated from Moon High School in 1960. Following, he worked various jobs and eventually found his passion in carpentry. For over 40 years, Robert was the proud owner of Bob Potts Remodeling where “No Job was too Small”….

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Richard A. “Tony” Eichelberger

Richard A. “Tony” Eichelberger

Tony Eichelberger, Sewickley, PA, (son of late Tony and Eva [Brown] Eichelberger) was born on April 15, 1940, in Pekin, Illinois, and passed away on January 9, 2024, after a courageous battle with Multiple Systems Atrophy.  Tony, Professor Emeritus, University of Pittsburgh, received his Ph.D. at Southern Illinois University.  He is survived by his wife, Rita Bean; two children, Erin, of Tucson, Arizona, and Derek (Barbara) Eichelberger, Wexford, PA.; and 3 grandchildren (Ethan, Ava, and Dylan).  He has three surviving…

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Bonnie Irene Parish

Bonnie Irene Parish

Bonnie Irene Parish, 85, of Center Twp, formerly of Raccoon Twp., passed away peacefully on Monday, January 8, 2024 in her home surrounded by family.  She was born in Cabin Creek, West Virginia a daughter of the late Willie and Cora Branham.  She was a graduate of Ripley High School in West Virginia. She was a retired medical secretary, working for Dr. Thel Jr. and Dr. Nadler for more than 40 years.  Bonnie was a longtime and active member of the First…

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John W. Turner

John W. Turner

John W. Turner, of Moon Twp. Died on January 4, 2024 in Good Samaritan Hospice House, Wexford.  He was born in Oakmont, on February 25, 1946 the son of the late John & Bette Turner. John earned his BA from Westminster College in English. John was an avid Ham radio operator. He had an advanced Extra General License. He communicated with multitude of Hams around the world. He received many awards. John is survived by his wife of 49 yrs….

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