Richard Brooks Smallwood, 83 of Rochester Twp. passed away on Friday, February 16, 2024, in his home. He was born in Holly, WV on July 27, 1940 a son of the late Clarence and Desta Smallwood. He was an owner and operator of Smallwood Tire for 45 years. He was also retired from Valvoline. Rich enjoyed racing motorcycles, quads, trikes and bikes. He was a National Champion of the Senior Class one year. He loved to go fishing and crabbing…
On February 15, 2024 after 85 and a half amazing years Robert Guy “Bob” Peluso passed away peacefully with his family by his side. Family and friends know and love Bob as a son, brother, grandson, husband, dad, Papa, uncle, brother-in-law, father-in-law, cousin and friend. Bob was a scholar, scientist, rescuer, inventor, world traveler, conversationalist and story-teller. A Pitt Panther fan, hand baller, bowler, jokester, leader, and listener. The best Shamoo ride giver, wine maker, foodie, pasta maker, provider and…
Ronald Glenn Macek, age 82, of Moon Twp., Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2024. Son of the late Florence McCoy Macek and Matthew Macek, devoted husband of Judith L. (Gierl) Macek; loving father of Phoebe Klaer (Michael Hormann) and Daniel (Liz) Macek; proud Papa of Madeline, Alex and Ethan; loving brother of Dennis, Barry, Carol Devilling, and Debra McSweeney. Predeceased by son Michael F. Macek and siblings Loretta, Kenneth, and Roy. Ron was born in Robinson Twp., Pennsylvania…
Jean Breedlove, 86, of Vanport, passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2024 in her home. She was born in the North Side of Pittsburgh, on December 7, 1937 a daughter of the late Thomas and Julia Farmer. Jean loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and she also loved her swimming pool. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Charles Breedlove Sr., three children: John C. Breedlove Jr., Ronald (Lugene) Breedlove,…
Juanita J. Davey, 94, of Hopewell Twp., passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2024 in Chesapeake, Virginia. She was born in Independence Twp., PA on December 9, 1929, a daughter of the late Leopha & Alice Wilson. She was a long-time member of Raccoon United Presbyterian Church and both the Hopewell VFW and Aliquippa Elks Ladies Auxiliary groups. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Davey; a brother, Charlie Wilson; two sisters: Pauline…
Loren “Olie” Carlson, 93, of Center Township, passed away peacefully to be with the Lord on February 5, 2024. He was born and raised in St. Marys, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Otto and Elsie Carlson. He left home to work on the railroad then served in the Airforce as 1st Class Airman during the Korean War. He became an aircraft mechanic and after 34 years, he retired from USAir at PIT. Olie remained mentally and physically active all his…
After 71 years of truly living “life to its fullest,” Michael Mel Medlin entered heaven on February 5, 2024. A long-time resident of Moon Township, Mike was born in Pittsburgh on May 1, 1952, son of the late Sidney Andrew Medlin & Edythe Alice (Sauter) Medlin. Mike grew up in Big Beaver Borough and attended Northwestern High School. He went on to attend Robert Morris College, where at 19 years old, he met the love of his life, MaryAlice Puskar,…
Stanley Arthur Stickles, 85, of Raccoon Township returned to his one eternal love, Mary Ann Diaddigo Stickles on Wednesday, January 31, 2024. They traveled this world together for over 57 years, and now, after almost 7 years without her, he has taken his leave to go and explore the final destination with her. He met Mary Ann while attending Aliquippa High School, where she honestly was not impressed with his bad boy image at first. Thankfully, he grew on her…
Alma Ruth (Branthoover) Barnes, 93, of Potter Twp., passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024 in Heritage Valley Beaver. She was born in Johnstown, PA on October 19, 1930 the daughter of the late Alfaretta and Willis Branthoover. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Aliquippa. Alma was an extremely welcoming person. Her house was the house where everyone congregated. She helped with ARC Human Services running a lot of their summer programs. Alma also was…
Cecelia Ann (Momich) Helble, 87, formerly of Baden, passed away peacefully January 28, 2024 in Villa St. Joseph. She was born in Aliquippa on October 6, 1936, a daughter of the late John and Anna (Klenovich) Momich. Cecelia was a loving mother, grandmother, and overall force of nature. Her words always carried a strong opinion. She said how she felt and we loved it. Her card playing abilities were unmatched along with her perspective on life. She is remembered for…