Evelyn Pearl (Hartung) Steele 91, formerly of Beaver, passed on June 11, 2019. She was born March 29, 1928 the daughter of the late Lester Hartung and Margaret (Hartung) Enders and the step daughter of Cyril Enders. She was the chief administrator of Steele’s Television in Beaver. She was an avid lifelong member of Faith Community United Methodist Church in Rochester, where she served in the Women’s Auxiliary and the MAC class for many years. Following the death of her…
Roberta J. “Bobbie” Sontag, 92, of Daugherty Twp., passed away on Friday May 31, 2019 in Good Samaritan Hospice at Heritage Valley Beaver. She was born on November 15, 1926 the daughter of the late Robb and Nannie McMaster. She worked at the Beaver County Geriatric Center as a nurses aid. She was a member of Faith Community United Methodist Church, Rochester. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband William in 1996; a son…
Charles R. Roksandich Jr., 56 formerly of Hopewell Twp., passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2019. He was born on October 27, 1962 the son of Charles and the late Joyce Roksandich Sr. Graduate of Hopewell High and received bachelors degree from Robert Morris University. He had been employed in Restaurant management and Human Resources. He will be fondly remembered for his quick wit and great sense of humor. He is survived by his father: Charles (Hazel) Roksandich Sr.,…
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Karen A. West, 78, of Hopewell Twp., on Sunday, May 19, 2019. Karen was born on August 29, 1940; daughter of the late Florence and David West. Karen is survived by cousins and by an overflowing network of individuals that looked to her as a thoughtful mentor, a mother figure and a cherished friend. A devoted lover of animals, particularly focused on the welfare of horses, cats, and dogs, Karen’s…
Marjorie “Parge” Dinsmore, 80, of Rochester Township, passed away unexpectedly in her home on May 21, 2019. She was born on December 22, 1938, in Rochester, a daughter of the late Sylvan and Marjorie (Bowman) Brunner. Marjorie owned and operated Dinsmore’s Dollhouses from her home for over 20 years. In addition to her parents, Marjorie was also preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, James Dinsmore in 2015, her brother-in-law, Vince Bruno, and her best friend of…
Jerome “Jerry” V. Hazenstab, 61, of New Sewickley Twp., passed away after a brief illness, on May 9, 2019. He was born in Rochester, PA., on May 2, 1958, a son of the late Jerome W. and Helen (Tirik) Hazenstab. Jerry loved the outdoors, and was a avid hunter and enjoyed fishing. He is survived by his son, Brett (Patricia) Hazenstab; his daughter, Stacy (Rick) Conlin; his 8 grandchildren, Tony, Kris, Sebastian, Emmalie, Connor Hazenstab and Caci, Charlotte, D.J. Conlin….
Marion John Prajsner, 90, of Raccoon Twp. died peacefully on May 8th, 2019 in his home surrounded by his family. He was born in Orzechowka, Poland on August 6, 1928 the son of the late Joseph & Aniela (Kwolek) Prajsner. Marion was a member of St. Titus Catholic Church, Aliquippa, and a retiree from J&L Steel Corporation. After retiring, he served as President of S.O.A.R. for 23 years. He was also a past president of the Polish National Alliance. He…
Clair F. “Popeye” Parrish, 89, of Hopewell Twp., died on April 29, 2019 in Good Samaritan Hospice at Heritage Valley Beaver. He was born in Hopewell Twp. on December 11, 1929 the son of the late Emery & Vesta Parrish. Clair graduated from Hopewell High School in 1947, served his country in the US Navy, and was an avid golfer, bowler, hunter & fisherman. In addition to his parents, Clair was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Joanne (West)…
Dawn Marie Kendrew, 27, of Raccoon Twp., passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2019 in Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh after a battle with AML Leukemia. She was born on July 21, 1991 in Beaver, the daughter of Marcy Kendrew. She enjoyed crafting, shopping, camping and kayaking. Her true joy was being a Mommy, her daughters were her life. She was preceded in death by her grandfather Donald Kendrew. She is survived by her two daughters: Jayden Marie Kemp and Olivia…
Florence Dale Johnston Hellman, 98, of New Sewickley Twp., died on Sunday April 28, 2019. She was born on Good Friday, March 25, 1921 in Monaca, the daughter of the late John A. and Ida J. (Corless) Johnston. She lived for 50 plus years on Big Knob Rd. in New Sewickley Twp. She worked at G.C. Murphy Co, W.T. Grant, and Rochester Hospital. She was a member of the Oak Grove Lutheran Church, New Sewickley Twp. Florence was very active…