Chester John “Sonny” Smith, 77 of Crescent Twp., passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025. He was born in Sewickley, Pennsylvania on December 28, 1947 a son of the late Delores June (Bradley) & Chester James Smith. He was retired from J&L LTV Steel. Sonny liked to have a good time, he loved to go out dancing. He always enjoyed spending his time at Tinkers and Trenny’s Bar and Grills. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death…
Robert R. “Bob” Toothman, 84, of Moon Twp., died on November 21, 2025 in his home, surrounded by his family. He was born in Aliquippa, PA on October 11, 1941 the son of the late James & Opal (Davis) Toothman. Bob was noted for his offbeat sense of humor, one liners and jokes. His humor was generally self-depricating, topical and spur of the moment. He was a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University, with a BA degree in Journalism, and…
Marian L. McGinnis, age 93, of Sewickley, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2025, at the Masonic Village. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert P. McGinnis, Sr.; her parents, Margaret (McGrail) and Joseph Hitt; and her siblings Marlene Rooney, James Hitt, Rita Eichner, and Carol Hitt. Survived by her sister Catherine Depp and brother Joseph Hitt. Graceful, warm, and always beautifully put together, Marian was the kind of woman who was ready for anything and…
After a long and courageous battle, Diana Lynn (Stewart) DeMasso, 68, of Moon Twp., died on November 12, 2025 in Harmony at Diamond Ridge, Moon Twp. She was born in McKees Rocks, PA on February 25, 1957 the daughter of Betty Jane (Bruno) Stewart & the late William C. Stewart. Diana worked at Ohio Valley Hospital for over 42 yrs. In the Respiratory Care & Sleep Center. Diana had a special love for dogs and was a strong advocate…
Terry Hawkins, 87 years old, born December 7, 1937, passed away November 11, 2025 at Cedar Hill Rehabilitation Center, Coraopolis, PA. A resident of Freedom for many years. He was preceded in death by his beautiful and beloved wife Ginny and his mother and father, He is leaving behind his brother James Hawkins and his dear friend Pam Robison and her children, Brendan, Kasey, George and Cameron. He was the owner of Hawkins Music Store in New Brighton for 51…
Helen R. McNear 96, of Monaca, passed away on November 11, 2025. She was born on November 10, 1929 in New Brighton, Pennsylvania a daughter of the late Howard and Annabelle Gossard. She was a longtime and active member of the First Wesleyan Church of Rochester. Helen enjoyed daily devotions, gardening, puzzles and crocheting. Her real love was her family. She loved spending time cooking and baking with for her family and hosting Sunday dinners for them throughout the years. …
Elaine Poliziani, 77, of Moon Township, passed away on Saturday, November 8, 2025 in St. Clair Hospital. She was born in Aliquippa, PA on November 24, 1947, a daughter of the late Mary and Steve Domitrovich. Elaine was a graduate of Penn State University, with a degree in accounting. This lead her to own and operate her own business, Poliziani Accounting and Tax Services. She was a longtime member of the Moon Township Garden Club where she helped publish the newsletter for years. She liked to…
Marion (Merchant) Karbowski, loving wife to the late Henry Karbowski and mother of four children, passed away peacefully at home on November 5, 2025, at the age of 97. She was born in 1928 to the late James & Alice (Koneski) Merchant in Walkers Mill, PA, and raised in Carnegie. She married her beloved husband, Henry Karbowski, and supported his contracting business as the bookkeeper, delivery driver, and personal crew chef. A devoted wife, mother, and friend, Marion’s greatest joy…
Marie Catherine McCallister, 81 of Center Twp., passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025 in her home. She was born in Sewickley, Pennsylvania on February 13, 1944. She was the daughter of Jerry and Catherine (Pindorova) Hornicek. She was a graduate of Moon High School and attended Garfield Business School in Beaver Falls, PA. She retired after over 20 years as a secretary at The Shippingport Power Station working for both Westinghouse and Duquesne Light/First Energy. Marie loved her family…
Paul Nicholas Duraney Jr., 81 of New Brighton, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, October 27, 2025. He was born in Rochester, Pennsylvania on May 21, 1944 a son of the late Paul and Frances Duraney Sr. He was a US Airforce Veteran. Paul ran the Harmony Inn for Carl Beers, his best friend for many years. He previously had worked as a hot finisher at B&W. Paul loved sports, he enjoyed playing softball with the Palace Inn. He…