Connie L. Semon, 87 of Hopewell Twp., passed away on Monday, May 5, 2025. She was born in Middleburg, PA on November 10, 1937 the daughter of the late Ira Alanzo Zimmerman and Verbena Catherine Kuhns Zimmerman-Myers. She was a long-time member of Mt. Carmel Evangelical Presbyterian Church. She loved to watch old black and white classic movies. She used to love to crochet, do crafts, and was excellent at pastels. She won an award for a pastel piece she did of her father….
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Nancy Matika Yanyanin of Economy, who departed this life peacefully on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on April 13, 1950, to Andrew and Mary Matika, Nancy grew up in Freedom and is a graduate of Edinboro University. She married her high school sweetheart, the late Mitchell Yanyanin, who kept her laughing during their over 50 years of marriage. Nancy was a devoted teacher and…
Darlene R. Brunton, 92 formerly of Independence Twp., passed away on Monday, April 28, 2025 at Concordia of Cabot, PA. She was born in Beaver Falls, on April 10, 1933 a daughter of the late Magwood Francis and Helen Goblet. She worked as nurse’s aide at the Beaver Valley Geriatric Center for 17 years. She was a longtime member of Mt. Olivet Presbyterian Church where years ago, she taught Sunday School. Darlene loved her family deeply. She enjoyed spending her…
Elsie Catherine Antel of Aliquippa, PA, went to sleep in the Lord on Saturday, April 26th. She was born on July 25, 1930, the daughter of the late William Nason Hengst and Matilda Mae Hengst of Altoona, PA. Elsie was always a very active and social person, often attending square dances and riding her bicycle. In high school she was a sharp shooter in the rifle club. She met her husband at a friend’s social gathering. After high school she…
Donald Lee Whippo, 79, of New Sewickley Twp., passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025 in his home. He was born on January 29, 1946 a son of the late Emmerson and Irene Whippo. He worked at Mayer-China, Phoenix Glass, and finally retiring from the Pittsburgh Airport Authority as a custodian. He was a lifetime member of the Rochester Turners and was on their bowling team. He was happiest when he was outside. He enjoyed camping, cutting grass and gardening. …
Beatrice M. Mahnick, 78, of Economy Boro, passed away on April 16, 2025. She was born in Sewickley, PA on April 19, 2025, a daughter of the late Anthony and Katherine (Smith) Corvia. She is survived by her daughter, Sharon Mahnick and her brother, Richard Corvia. She is preceded in death by her son, Peter Mahnick and her siblings, Anthony Corvia and Paul Corvia. There will not be any services, per the wishes of the family.
Lillian B. Corbin, 94, of Rochester, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025 in her home. She was born in Rochester on November 21, 1930 a daughter of the late Harold & Ida McKnight. A Monaca High School Graduate. She worked as a Unit Secretary and Monitor Technician at the University General Hospital in Seminole, Florida from 1979~1995 where she was the 1993 employee of the year. She loved to volunteer for the Beaver Area Memorial Library, she was head…
Thomas Renzo Sr.May 12, 1966 – March 26, 2025 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Thomas Renzo Sr., a man whose love, strength, and unwavering dedication to his family and friends left a lasting impact on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. He passed away on March 26, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and kindness. Thomas was a fighter in every sense of the word—facing life’s challenges with determination, always putting his loved…
Robert L. Squires Jr. 76, of Hopewell Twp., passed away on March 26, 2025 in the VA Hospital Pittsburgh. He was born in Rochester, PA on June 1, 1948 the son of the late Robert L. Squires Sr. and Elizabeth E. Froehly. He was a retired truck driver. He was a US Army Veteran Serving during Vietnam. He was an avid sportsman. He loved to hunt and go fishing and was a member of the Southside Sportsman’s Club. He and…
Terri Ann Tuccinard, 63, of Rochester Twp., passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025 in her home. She was born in Rochester, Pennsylvania on October 5, 1961 a daughter of the late Mary Jane and Philip Tuccinard. She worked at UPS for 28 years and was a long-time member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish. She loved going to the mountains, riding her quad, four wheeling in the mule, and being outside. She also enjoyed reading. Most of all,…