Richard E. Watt Sr., of Center Twp., passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 in Allegheny General Hospital. He was born on April 4, 1934 in Beaver Falls, PA a son of the late Harry E. Watt and Catherine E. Watt Hartman. He was a US Army Veteran. He retired from the Data Processing Department from J&L LTV Steel. After his retirement, he started painting local homes to keep busy. Richard was an avid outdoorsman. He loved hunting, fishing, camping,…
Lawrence J. DeDominicis, 81, of Freedom, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, on Monday, September, 16, 2024 in Heritage Valley Sewickley. He was born on September 30, 1942 a son of the late Anthony and Angeline DeDominicis. He was a retired construction worker with the Local 833 Labor Union. He was an US Airforce veteran. Being an avid outdoorsman, he loved to hunt, camp and especially go fishing. He loved to fish and enjoyed spending time in…
Bruce L. Weis Jr. passed away on September 9th, 2024, at his home in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, at the age of 95. Bruce had been recovering from a recent fall and was looking forward to a full recovery. He was born in Hagevo, a vanished coal town near Johnstown, Pennsylvania, on February 15, 1929, to the late Bruce L Weis and Alverda (Schaffer) Weis. Through perseverance and determination, Bruce made his way to collage, graduating from the University of Pittsburgh, becoming…
Charles Lenny Hyre, 59 of Raccoon Twp., passed away on Monday, September 2, 2024 in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. He was born in Crescent Twp., on November 26, 1964 a son of the late John and Frances Hyre. He was a Logistics Ops Specialist. for P.S.C. working out of the Shell Polymer Plant. He was a member and Elder at Mt. Pleasant Evangelical Presbyterian Church. Lenny was an avid outdoorsman, thoroughly enjoying spending time at his camp in Tionesta. He loved…
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…