Robert I. Powell, Jr., of Rawlings, MD (formerly of Industry, PA and Homosassa, FL) joined our Almighty Lord and Father on January 2, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family during a brief and unexpected battle with cancer. Born April 23, 1943, in Rochester, PA, a son of the late Robert Sr., and Dorothy Powell (McCauley). Surviving are his loving wife of 60 years, Judith E. Powell (McKeever); a daughter and son-in-law, Stephanie and Christopher Wade; a son…
Effie V. Rimer, born May 1, 1930 in Westover, PA to the late James and Frances Brothers, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 1, 2025. After relocating to Conway, PA to seek employment, she met and married her husband, Howard Rimer of 30 years, before death separated them. They were the parents of three children, Kathleen Dulaney, Darlene Rimer, and James (Donna) Rimer. She was saved at the age of 12 years old and grew…
Richard L. Zahrobsky II, 56, of Aleppo Twp, Sewickley PA, passed away on December 29, 2024 after a long courageous battle with cancer. He was born on February 2,1968, the son of Richard L. and Joanne Zahrobsky. Rich graduated from Connellsville Senior High School. He obtained a degree in polymer science at the University of Pittsburgh where he was a proud Delta Tau Delta. Rich traveled extensively around the world during his employment with various technology companies. Rich finished his…
Barbara Louise Houser, 95 of Hopewell, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024 in her home. She was born August 4, 1929, in Ford City, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Marvin and Frances Carberry. Barbara had been a registered nurse, graduating from the West Penn School of Nursing, and worked for many years at VA Hospitals in Butler and Pittsburgh, as well as with the Pennsylvania State Hospital system. Barbara’s life blossomed following her retirement; she traveled extensively, at…
Marilyn C. Winkle, 78, of Rochester Twp., passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024 in her home. She was born on December 2, 1946 a daughter of the late Elder R. & Edna Landis Sr. She worked for many years at the Medical Center as a clinical technician. She was a longtime and active member of New Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church where she was a member of WELCA. She was the Judge of Elections for Rochester, enjoyed playing cards, and…
Barbara J. Ryhal, 84, of New Sewickley Twp., passed away on December 7, 2024 in Allegheny General Hospital. She was born in Rochester, PA on May 7, 1940, a daughter of the late Joseph Johnson and Beatrice J. Eiffler. She was a retired registered nurse loving her work at Heritage Valley Beaver for many years. She enjoyed working outside, planting flowers, cooking and baking, and taking care of the home she truly appreciated. Barbara was very independent, brave, and fiercely…
Suzanne Lee Eppley, 81, of Aliquippa, PA passed away on Monday, November 25, 2024 in her home. She was born on May 8, 1943 the daughter of the late Cloyd and Virginia Eppley. She was employed by the Aliquippa School District as a secretary for 53 years. She is survived by three cousins: Carol Brent, Robert Machen, and Sandra Machen. She is also survived by her family in love, Debora Casey, Brandy Patton, Casmir Reddick, Whisper Green, Nevaeh Reddick, and…
Doris Marie Ross, 80 formerly of Hopewell Twp., and Melbourne, FL, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 in Rochester Manor. She was born in Rochester, PA on May 24, 1944 a daughter of the late Joseph and Phyllis Speice. She was a retired kindergarten teacher from Hopewell Area School District. She also ran Little Muppet Nursery School. Doris enjoyed gardening and spending time with her plants. She loved to travel, especially on cruises with her friends. She volunteered with…
Elaine (Middleton) Keriotis passed away on November 10, 2024 after a long and beautiful life. Born in Brooklyn, New York on January 8, 1934, she spent her youth in Chicago, Illinois. She moved to Aliquippa at the age of 19 when she married her late husband James Keriotis. Together they raised three children, Lewis Keriotis, Suzan Escott (Glenn), and James Keriotis. God blessed Elaine with two grandchildren, Elias Kellum (Christen) and Ariel Kellum (Julian) and is the proud great grandmother…
Susan E. Westerman, 83, of North Sewickley Twp., passed away on November 10, 2024 in Beaver Valley Rehab Center, Chippewa. She was born on July 1, 1941, a daughter of the late Edward and Mildred Nagy. She was a 1959 graduate of Beaver Falls High School. After Highschool, she went to beauty school and became a self-employed beautician. She enjoyed playing cards, knitting and crocheting, was a member of the ladies Auxiliary. She loved to travel, enjoying many trips around…