Patrick Vaccarelli, 76, of Hopewell Twp., passed away on Sunday, July, 23, 2023 in Good Samaritan Hospice at Heritage Valley Beaver. He was born in Logstown, PA on January 24, 1947 a son of the late Albert and Millicent Vaccarelli. He was a graduate of Aliquippa High School in 1966. He graduated from: CCBC, Geneva College, Robert Morris University, and Penn State University where he received his Master’s Degree. He worked for 33 years at J&L Steel, LTV, and US…
Gwendolyn E. Muetzel, 83 of Independence Twp., passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 20, 2023 in her home. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pa on September 12, 1939 a daughter of the late Charles and Elizabeth Wiedman. Gwen was a teacher, a real estate agent, and a volunteer at Old Economy Village. She was a member of New Bethlehem Presbyterian Church, the Red Hat Society, and Christian Women. She had a strong love for animals, especially her dogs. In addition…
Alma Ruth Wilson, 93, of Independence Twp., passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2023 in her home. She was born in Aliquippa, PA on July 17, 1930 a daughter of the late Ernest C. & Helen Gray. She was a faithful member of Wildwood Chapel in Aliquippa and a member of the VFW Auxiliary in Hopewell #8805. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband James E. Wilson Jr.; 5 siblings; Glen Gray, Ronald Gray,…
Sherryl (Sherry) L. Hines (Roser), age 77, of New Brighton, died on July 15, 2023, at Heritage Valley in Beaver, following complications from a lung infection. Sherry was preceded in death by her mother Marian Borghi, husband Wilbert Hines, and former husband David Horner. Sherry is survived by her stepson Joseph (Janet) Hines; step grandchildren Steven (Sara) Hines, Jessica, Julia, and Joshua Hines, Samantha Mickle and step great grandchildren Marvel and Winry Hines. Sherry was a proud member of the…
Adrienne Pixler, 88, of Center Twp., went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 14, 2023 surrounded by her beloved family. She was born on September 14, 1934, the daughter of the late Eugene and Dorothy Caler. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Aliquippa. She married the love of her life, Wayne Pixler, on July 28, 1950 and they spent 72 loving years together. Adrienne devoted her entire life to support and care for…
Robert E. Jones, 75, of Raccoon Twp., passed away on Monday, July 3, 2023 in Good Samaritan Hospice at Heritage Valley Beaver. He was born in Aliquippa on January 1, 1948 to Gladys Gray and Elmer Jones. He was a proud US Navy Veteran serving on the USS Hancock during the Vietnam Conflict. He was a lifetime member of the VFW and a member of the Bethlehem United Presbyterian Church. Bob loved to spend time tinkering with things. He was…
Gary Lee Mineard, 75, of Aliquippa, passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023 in Good Samaritan Hospice at Heritage Valley Beaver. He was born in Smiths Ferry, PA on June 18, 1948 a son of the late Harold and Mildred Mineard. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by ten siblings: Charles, Harold, Clark, Rodger, Janet, Diane, Judy, Carol, Connie and an infant sister Nancy. He is survived by his wife Sharon (Leichliter) Mineard, three children: Shawn…
Sharon Jones, 73, of Raccoon Twp., passed away on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 in her home. She was born in Raccoon Twp., on June 24, 1949 a daughter of the late Harper and Olga Johnston. She was a Marine Veteran serving during the Vietnam Era. Sharon loved her family; she enjoyed spending her time with them. She also loved going on family trips to Virginia Beach. She was a longtime member of the democratic committee. Sharon loved to craft, she…
Frank Richard Bentz Sr., 55, of Independence Twp., passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 9, 2023 in his home. He was born in Sewickley, PA on November 19, 1967 a son of Alice Bentz and the late Henry Bentz. Frank was a modern day mountain man who loved being outside. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and country music. He loved his family and was a good neighbor, always willing to lend a hand with a warm smile and a touch of…
Ilene Klein, 77, formerly of Center Township, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2023. Born on March 14, 1946, Ilene was the daughter of the late David and Adele Klein. Ilene leaves behind her beloved husband of 42 years, Jay Klein, as well as her son Louis (Nicole) Klein of Pittsburgh. Ilene was the dearly beloved Ammy to her two grandchildren, Addison and Austin, and her grandpuppy, Brody. Ilene also leaves behind her niece, Kimberly Zytnick, Aspinwall, wife of the…