Frank Richard Bentz Sr., 55, of Independence Twp., passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 9, 2023 in his home. He was born in Sewickley, PA on November 19, 1967 a son of Alice Bentz and the late Henry Bentz. Frank was a modern day mountain man who loved being outside. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and country music. He loved his family and was a good neighbor, always willing to lend a hand with a warm smile and a touch of…
Richard Hugh Graham, son of Thomas and Mary Jane Graham, age 60, died peacefully on June 7, 2023, surrounded by friends and family. A resident of Washington, Pa, previously of Canonsburg and Pittsburgh, Richard was most proud of his accomplishments in computer programming for the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh, developing and modernizing their data structures. But he was best known for sharing his love of Christ with the youth of the Christian Church in Pennsylvania through Laurelview Camp. For 44…
Patrick James Conway, 63 of Moon Twp., passed away on Monday, June 5, 2023. He was born in Sewickley, PA on October 10, 1959 a son of Louise Conway and the late Harold Conway. He was an Operator working at Service Link for more than 32 years. He loved the Pittsburgh Pirates and building puzzles. He is survived by his mother, Louise Conway; two brothers: Michael Conway and Harold “JR” and Denyse Conway; 2 nephews Michael Conway and Tyler Conway;…
Craig A. Williamson, 69 of Freedom passed away Monday June 5th, 2023. Craig was born in Rochester, PA on September 16, 1953 the only child of Karl and Eleanor “Becky” Williamson. After graduating in Freedom Area High School’s class of ’71, Craig made his living as a meat cutter and a musician. Many still remember him as the bass guitarist of the Crows Run Band. One of his favorite pastimes was cruising the roads of Beaver County on his Harley…
Marjorie Brougher, 80 of Potter Twp., passed away on Sunday, June 4, 2023 in UPMC Mercy Hospital. She was born in Sewickley, PA on April 18, 1943 the daughter of the late Hubert and Patricia Snyder. She loved her former job with Marylin’s Bridal Shop. Marjorie loved going to her granddaughter’s house for game night, she enjoyed shopping, crafting and playing golf. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Robert Brougher in 2013, her…
Thoren “Thor” Loch Griffin was born on July 14th, 2022 to loving and caring parents Jonathon & Elsa (Umstead) Griffin, and his amazing big Sister Ailey Griffin. He was born with a very special heart, “Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome/Double Outlet Right Ventricle.” He was also born with a rare genetic condition called “Jacobsen Syndrome”. Thor was so much more than his diagnosis, he was a brave, strong, smart little boy with a big personality and loved everyone he knew. He…
Ruth Anne Mason, 76, formerly of Hopewell Twp., passed away on Friday, June 2, 2023 in Heritage Valley Sewickley. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA on November 17, 1946 the daughter of the late Sherman and Agnes McPherson. She was retired teacher from Hopewell Area School District, teaching in Five Points, Kane Road and Raccoon Elementary Schools. She was a long time and active member of New Bethlehem Presbyterian Church where she used to participate in the choir. She was…
George Marcus Gorius, 67, of Aliquippa passed away on Thursday, June 1, 2023 in his home. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA on February 11, 1956 a son of the late Leo and Myrtle Gorius. He was retired from Aliquippa City working with the Street Department for 27 years. He was a family man and loved spending time with his grandchildren. In addition to is parents, he was preceded in death by his 4 siblings; Rose, Loretta, Kenny and Joe….
Suellen Ann Brady, 64, of Rochester Twp., passed away on Monday, May 22, 2023 in her home. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA on October 31, 1958 a daughter of the late Charles and Estella Brady. She was a Registered Nurse working at Mercy Hospital for 13 years and Heritage Valley Beaver for 22 years. She was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parrish, St. Cecilia Church. She was a fantastic cook and baker, especially her lasagna and cheesecake….
James (Jim) Robert Young, Sr., 95, of Aliquippa, passed away on May 21, 2023. He was born on September 24, 1927, in Woodlawn, PA, at home, on Oliver Street, in the “Bricks.” He was the only son of the late James Alexander and Ruth Elizabeth (Yarnell) Young. Preceding him in death, in addition to his parents, were his loving wife of 62 years, Margaret L. (Saxon) Young; mother- and father-in-law, John and Anna Florence (Lancos) Saxon; his brother-in-law, Sam McMutrie;…