Mike R. Vandine Sr., 87 of Aliquippa, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2023 in Rochester Manor. He was born in Carpenter Hollow, Wileyville, West Virginia on September 25, 1935 a son of the late John E and Kittie B. Vandine. He was a graduate of Magnolia High School in New Martinsville, WV. He retired as a millwright with J&L Steel, after retirement he started his own business remodeling homes. He was very patriotic and a proud US Army Veteran….
Betty Jo “BJ” Kochanowski, 66 of Beaver Falls, passed away on Friday, September 1, 2023 in Allegheny General Hospital. She was born in Beaver Falls, PA on June 15, 1957 a daughter of the late Edward and Betty Lou Koleman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 2 sisters: Charlotte “LaRue” Strohm, and Cynthia Shutka; She is survived by her three children: Michael “KO” Kochanowski, Jessica (Reymer) Cairns, and Lenora “Lucy” (Daniel) Rock; 4 grandchildren: Gauge…
Donna Jean Gillin, 71 of Hopewell Twp., passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2023 in Heritage Valley Beaver. She was born in Rochester, PA on August 7, 1952 a daughter of the late Arthur and Peggy Gillin. She worked for many years as a cook at Yolanda’s and Harold’s Restaurants. She was an avid Steeler fan. Donna Jean loved, music, garden gnomes, going to the mountains and to the campground. When she was younger, she enjoyed playing pool and softball. …
Elizabeth A. “Betty” Grimes, 85, of E. Rochester passed away on August 28, 2023. She was born in Rochester, PA on August 21, 1938, a daughter of the late John and Rose (Vargo) Stanko. She is survived by her two sons, David Grimes (Debbie Romigh) and Mark and Dina Grimes; six grandchildren, Amanda (Tommy) Strella, Jarrett (Jena) Grimes, Todd (Megan) Grimes, Bridgette Grimes, Brandy (Matt) Perez, Angelina Grimes; her 13 great grandchildren, Alexa, Ryan, Hunter, Daniel, Alivia, Tanner, Marley, Karmine,…
Lori Jill Caler Zimmerman, 61, of DeFuniak Springs, FL, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 18, 2023. She was born on July 26, 1962, in Aliquippa, PA, a daughter of George and Nancy Caler. Jill loved God and her family. Her passions in life included sewing, baking, motorcycles, racing, and being outdoors. She loved working on creative projects and spending time at home with her family. She lived a very full life. She is survived by her husband Robert; 5…
Robert Pitt Propst, 71 of Hopewell Twp., passed away on Monday, August 14, 2023 in his home. Born in Sewickley, PA on December 23, 1951 the son of the late Martin Pitt and Norma Gene Propst. He retired from the corrosion department of Peoples Gas. Was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed spending his time woodworking and was a long-time member of the Hopewell VFW #8805. He is survived by his loving wife: Susan Propst; 2 sons: Robert Pitt Propst…
Retired Master Sergeant, Fred William Felton, 57 years of age, passed away on August 11, 2023 in his home in Beaver Pennsylvania surrounded by loved ones. Fred was born January 17, 1966, in Marietta Ohio to Mary Carpenter and the late Forrest Felton. Fred was very dedicated to his work, many hobbies and his endless passion for his love of this country, which included pridefully serving ten years of active duty for the United States Army as a combat engineer…
Christopher Cole Honeywill, 47, of Hopewell Twp., died on August 9, 2023 in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh. He was born in Aliquippa on February 25, 1976 the son of Linda (Cole) Honeywill & Noel P. Honeywill. Chris earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business from The University of Pittsburgh in 2000. An innovator in his own right, Chris was cherished deeply by the staff at Full Service Network, a public utility he helped forge as the Executive Vice President. His 25…
Frances Jean Ciccone, 88, of Coraopolis passed away on July 27, 2023 in her home. She was born in Aliquippa, Pa on August 19, 1934 a daughter of the late Andrew and Helen Gleason. She was a member of Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, attending St. Joseph’s. She was an amazing mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She adored spending as much time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren that she could. She was a wonderful cook, she enjoyed making…
Katherine Ann Miller, 85 of Hopewell Twp., passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 in Good Samaritan Hospice at Heritage Valley Beaver. She was born in Ambridge, PA on April 1, 1938 a daughter of Frank and Mary Wilamowski. She was a long-time member of House of Prayer Lutheran Church. She worked at Valvoline, Wicks Furniture and helped with Ambridge Area High School Payroll. She was a devoted grandmother, being able to watch her grandchildren whenever she could, was one…