Thomas H. Summers, 78, of Rochester Twp., passed away Veteran’s Day on Wednesday, November 11, 2020, in UPMC Passavant Hospital after a very courageous battle against COVID-19. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA in 1942, the son of the late Howard and Mary Louise (McNutt) Summers of Rochester Twp. In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by his brother, Kenny Summers, niece, Brenda Summers, nephew, David Lentz and son-in-law, Robert Scott. Tom was a crane operator for…
Francine Ernestine (Timpano) Chase, 58, of Rochester, died on March 16, 2020. She was born in Rochester on September 10, 1961 the daughter of the late Joseph Timpano & Carmel M. (Gallo) Timpano. She is survived by her husband, Rickey A. Chase Sr. Her son, Rickey A. Chase Jr. and his wife, Linda M. Chase, Monaca. A brother, Anthony Timpano and his wife Terri (Reed) Timpano. An uncle, Alfred Gallo, and an aunt, Norma (Gallo) Roberto. Her many nieces, nephews…
Janet Lee Engstrom, 61, of Rochester passed away on May 29, 2019 in Good Samaritan Hospice at Heritage Valley Beaver after a hard fought battle with Cancer. She was born in Beaver Falls on June 13, 1957. She was the daughter of the late Akiko Bair and was fostered by the late Ray and Ruth Buttermore of Rochester. Janet was a loving, compassionate mother, grandmother and friend. Her children and grandchildren were the light of her life and she loved…
Terry L. Probst, 71, of Beaver Falls, formerly of Rochester, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2019. Terry was born on September 3, 1947, the son of the late Henry and Elma (Hollenbaugh) Probst. In addition to his parents, Terry was preceded in death by three brothers, Roy, Robert, and Charles Probst, and one sister, Florence Brightwell. He is survived by two sons and a daughter, along with numerous nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation. Services are being…
Jack E. Smith of Rochester, PA, formerly of Hopewell Twp., PA peacefully passed away Monday, April 15th, 2019 while surrounded by his family in Good Samaritan Hospice, Heritage Valley Beaver. Born, January 23, 1925 in New Brighton, PA. Jack was the son of Hilda and James Smith. He was a member of the Faith Community United Methodist Church, Rochester. The Smith family moved to Beaver Falls in 1929. Jack started playing the piano and banjo at the age of five. …
Grace Caroline Schleiger (nee Brightwell) has gone to her heavenly home at the age of 91. Born in Rochester on July 3, 1927, she was the daughter of Sarah Weber Brightwell and William Brightwell. She is survived by two daughters, Cathy Sheets (Cris), Brighton Twp., and Daphne Syrek, Economy Borough, and one son, Thomas Campbell, Orange City, Fl. A daughter, Cynthia Walker, preceded in her in death. Also surviving are her six grandchildren and nine great grandchildren, as well…
Nancy L. Reed, 91, of Pulaski Twp., passed away on Friday December 7, 2018 in Heritage Valley Beaver. She was born on August 2, 1927 in Freedom, PA the daughter of the late Samuel and Antionette Frezzo. Her mother passed away when Nancy was a baby and was subsequently raised by Jenny Massa. She enjoyed bowling and spending time with her friends at Life Beaver County. She faithfully attended St. Cecilia Roman Catholic Parish. In addition to her parents, she…
Jacqueline K. “Jakki” Fore, 54, of Rochester formerly of Pittsburgh, died in her home on July 20, 2018. She was born in Pittsburgh on January 15, 1964, the daughter of the late, John Fore & Catherine (Palkovic) Connell. Jakki worked for many years as a Nurse’s Aide and was always willing to help anyone at any time. She is survived by her three sons, George Goettel (Alyssa Busching), Rochester; Michael Goettel (Courtney Coubaugh), North Hills; Stephen Maksin (Rachel Colona),…
Boyd Philip Carr Jr., 81, of New Sewickley Twp., passed away on Friday, March 2, 2018 in his home. He was born on April 15, 1936 in New Brighton, the son of the late Boyd and Viola Carr. He is survived by his sister Janice R. Carr, of Fayetteville NY, a brother, John W. Carr, and wife Jimju of Truth or Consequences, New Mexico. There are also two nephews, John Carr and Stephen Carr. Boyd Carr served in the…
Gerald Lee “Jerry” Bierline, 65, of Rochester, died on March 2, 2018. He was born in Rochester on September 2, 1952 the son of the late Lowrie & Imogene (Ruby) Bierline. Jerry was a 1975 graduate of Rochester High School & a member of Faith Community United Methodist Church. He supported all Rochester and Pittsburgh sports teams for his entire life, serving for many years as a member of the Rochester Quarterback Club. He is survived by his brother,…