Joseph John Smith, 60 of Raccoon Twp., died unexpectedly at home on August 21, 2024. He is survived by his loving and devoted mother, Rosemary Smith; his special uncle and aunt, Art and Earlene Lantz who treasured him; and his cats, Buttons and Pumpkin. Joe is also survived by countless friends who enjoyed his wit and humor. He was preceded in death by his father, Herbert Smith and Uncle Gene Kohler. Joe worked on the Response Team at the Shippingport…
Eugene H. Ruby, 82, of Rochester Twp., passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2024 in his home. He was born in Rochester, PA on November 18, 1941 the son of the late Roy and Julia Ruby. Gene was a well-known and respected contractor and painter in the area. He owned and operated Ruby’s Remodeling for many years. He was an extremely hard worker, always wanted to be busy working. When he was younger, he enjoyed bowling and playing pool and…
Mitchell J. “Mitch” Yanyanin, 74, of Baden, passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024, after a lengthy battle with kidney disease. Mitch was the beloved husband of Nancy Matika Yanyanin; loving father to Nicholas Yanyanin (fiancé Elissa Ebaugh) and, dedicated brother of Cheryl Yanyanin Maslek, Larry Yanyanin (Jayne), and Laureen Yanyanin Youtes. Born on September 17, 1949, Mitch was a graduate of Freedom High School where he was a standout athlete especially in track and field, setting milestones and…
Betty E. (Rutherford) Supples, 90, of Ambridge, died on August 3, 2024 in her home. She was born in Union, SC the daughter of the late William McKinley Rutherford & Mamie (Dodson) Rutherford. She was a Deaconess in her church, an avid bowler, she participated in many organizations and fund raising and was a very vocal choir member. Known to all for her fisty personality. Betty is survived by her three children: Sandra Johnson, Aliquippa; Linda Johnson, Ambridge & Russell…
Lisa M. (Bates) Petrick, 57, of Hopewell Twp., passed away at home on August 4, 2024. She was born in Aliquippa on June 24, 1967, the daughter of Charles Bates & the late Nancy (Taylor) McFarland. Lisa was a graduate of Ambridge High School and retired from UPS after 20 + years of service. In addition to her father, Lisa is survived by her two brothers, Edward Anderson, NJ and Richard Anderson Hopewell Twp., and her step mother, Paula Bates….
Gretchen M. Whipple, 63, of Beaver, formerly of Freedom, passed away on July 29, 2024. She was born in Rochester on April 17, 1961, a daughter of the late Owen Alexander and Angela M. (Catalano) Whipple. Gretchen died in the good graces and with all the sacraments of Holy Mother Church. Even in her late stage of confusion, she was pleased to repeat, “I have my faith”. Gretchen had her Masters Degree in Art Therapy. She spent most of her…
Carole A. Zemkosky, 80 of Center Twp., passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2024 in Heritage Valley Beaver. She was born in Sewickley, the daughter of the late Ann & Steve Zvonar. She worked as a nurse’s aid for many years at the Beaver Valley Geriatric Center. She loved to watch the Steelers, often watching with her son on the phone. She also loved to gamble and take trips to Vegas. She was a member of Mary Queen of Saints…
Michael Joseph Schoemaker, 52, of Moon Twp., passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024 in Heritage Valley Sewickley. He was born in Aliquippa, PA on May 28, 1972 the son of Michele Swetz and the late August Swetz. He was a graduate of PTI with a nursing degree. He was working as a LPN with Cedar Hill (West Hills) Healthcare and Rehab. He was an avid outdoorsman. He loved anything to do with being outside, camping, hiking and hunting were some…
Flora Jean Maratta, 83 of Aliquippa formerly of Clearwater, FL, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024 in her home. She was born in Aliquippa, PA on March 18, 1941 a daughter of the late Esther and Samuel Cox. She had a passion for sewing. She worked as a seamstress for many years in Florida. When she lived in Aliquippa, she enjoyed being a florist. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband R. J….
Fred William Geldmaker III, 73 of Moon Twp., passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 11, 2024, after an 8 year battle with prostate cancer. He was born in Patterson, New Jersey, the son of the late Fred and Joanne Geldmaker. A natural salesman at heart with a marketing degree, he spent his career in numbers-related positions. He and his family moved to Pittsburgh 21 years ago when he joined the Bayer property tax team. He served with…