James E Black, Sr. (Jim) of Center Twp. passed away on Sunday November 14, 2021. He was born in Niles, OH on August 16, 1933, the oldest son of the late Edward and Caroline Black. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters: Suzanne Owsley and Karen Martincic. He is survived by the love of his life for 63 years, his wife Geraldine Lyons (Geri), Center Twp., PA and two children: son James Black, Jr,…
Helen Goettman Clear, 97 of New Sewickley Twp., passed away on Thursday November 11, 2021 in Passavant Retirement Community. She was born in Rochester on November 22, 1923 the daughter of the late Ivan and Ada Goettman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, George Clyde Clear; her son, John Clear; two sisters: Evelen Brewer, Alice Mae Favro; and a brother: Arthur Goettman. She is survived by her two children: Kenneth (Cheryl) Clear, Lignum,…
On November 11, 2021, Henry Karbowski, loving husband and father of four children, passed away peacefully at home at age 96. Henry was born in 1925 in Carnegie, PA, to Appolonia and Walerian Karbowski. He was raised in Poland from the age of 4, and at the age of 16 joined the Polish Army, Royal Air Force and the U.S. Army to fight in World War II. He returned to the United States after the War and started his own…
Christie Renee “Sissy” Schill, 32 of Beaver Falls, Our precious Hero was unexpectedly promoted to the Role of Our Guardian Angel on Tuesday, November 9, 2021, in Heritage Valley Beaver. She was born in Oil City, PA on March 17, 1989, the daughter of Debra Probst and Dewayne Schill. She was a happy, vibrant, unconditionally loving & affectionate person whose smile could light the way and brighten any day. She enjoyed family time, cuddles, being silly, music and Christmas lights….
Carl W. Stanko, 66, of South Beaver Twp., was called home to our Lord and Savior on Saturday, November 6, 2021 in Lakeview Personal Care Home. He was born in New York City, NY on May 3, 1955 the son of the late William “Bill” and Yvonne “Bunny” Stanko. He was a fearless horseman, an avid car enthusiast, and loved being a long-haul truck driver and father. He enjoyed being a free spirit and was able to make friends easily,…
Calvin M. Winkle, 82, of Rochester Twp., passed away on November 5, 2021 at Allegheny General Hospital. He was born on August 8, 1939, a son of the late Harold C. and Willow (Birge) Winkle. Calvin was in the US. Army, then he worked for J&L (LTV) Steel where he retired and also worked at Sisters of St. Joseph, where he also retired. He had a passion for Hunter Education, which he taught for many years with the Pennsylvania Game…
Jack L. Keith, 78 of New Sewickley Twp., passed away on Wednesday, November 3, 2021 in Rochester Manor. He was born in Russell County Virginia on April 2, 1943 the son of the late Robert and Novie Keith. He worked for the Iron Workers Local 3 Pittsburgh. He was a long-time member of the Economy Volunteer Fire Department. He was a charter member of the Economy Volunteer Ambulance Service and a charter member of the Beaver County Fire Police. Helping…
Jane Theresa Prajsner, 90 of Raccoon Twp., passed away on Thursday, October 28, 2021 in Tapestry Senior Living. She was born on February 18, 1931 in Jasienica Rosielna, Poland the daughter of the late Peter and Helen Szarek. She was a professional tailor and seamstress who was trained in Poland. She was a very caring, loyal and great friend. She came to the USA in 1949 and lived in Lorain, Ohio until she married Marion Prajsner on July 3, 1954….
Duane Lee Parrish, 55 of Hopewell Twp., passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 28, 2021 in his home. He was born in Aliquippa, PA on January 19, 1966 the son of the late Clair (Popeye) and Dorothy Joanne Parrish. He truly loved his family, playing corn hole, hanging out by the pool and spending time on his tractor. He also enjoyed listening and dancing to his nephew’s band “Bobby Thompson and the Grooves”. In addition to his parents, he was preceded…
Kenneth C. “Kenny” Smith Sr., 83, of Industry, passed away on October 25, 2021. He was born in Baden, on July 26, 1938, a son of the late Ernest and Annabelle (Hineman) Smith. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Anna Rose Kelly, and a grandson, Scott Smith. He is survived by his wife, Mary (Snow) Smith; children, Donna Douds, Karen Sandy, Kenneth (Shawnie) Smith Jr., Donald (Beth) Smith; his grandchildren, Mindy Christopher, Brittany, Chelsea Douds, Crystal Kelly, Jessica…