Obituaries

Shirley Ann Watt

Shirley Ann Watt

Shirley Ann Watt, 87 of Center Twp., passed away on Monday, January 1, 2024 in her home.  She was born on October 16, 1936 a daughter of that late William Gayle and Esther Lois Christy. She worked for Phoenix Glass and the former Carousel and Hotdogs and More at Beaver Valley Mall.  Shirley’s family was her life, she loved spending time with her three sons and their families.  She enjoyed going to the ocean, especially the Outer Banks and camping…

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Esther Mae Miller

Esther Mae Miller

Esther Mae Miller, 91, of Freedom, just 38 days after the passing of her life-long love, died on December 29, 2023 in Heritage Valley Sewickley. She was born on October 9, 1932 a daughter of the late Charles “Pete” and Dorothy Finch.  She was a long-time member of Unionville United Methodist Church, serving on the Outreach Committee sending cards.  Esther was a prankster, she loved to play April Fool’s jokes on her beloved family.  She enjoyed crocheting, playing cards, and…

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Marilyn Kendrew

Marilyn Kendrew

Marilyn (Ondrako) Kendrew, 88, of Raccoon Twp., passed away on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 in her home.  She was born on May 19, 1935 a daughter of the late Albert and Josephine Pospisil Ondrako.  She was owner and operator of Kendrew’s Lounge, working many years with her husband and children.  She loved to go to casinos, especially Mountaineer.  She and her husband Don, enjoyed traveling in their motorhome.  Her favorite thing in life was her family.  She especially loved spending…

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Manuel Sanchez Jr.

Manuel Sanchez Jr.

Manuel Sanchez Jr., 89, of Beaver, passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2023 in Good Samaritan Hospice at Heritage Valley Beaver.  He was born in West Aliquippa on February 13, 1934 a son of the late Manuel Sanchez Sr. and Rose (Geleo) Sanchez. Manny grew up in Monaca heights and graduated from Monaca High School in 1952. After graduation he spend 4 years in the United States Airforce.  After the Airforce he started working at Westinghouse in Vanport, until his…

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Sharon L. Freeze

Sharon L. Freeze

Sharon “Sheri” L. (Moakley-Hall) Freeze, 68, of New Brighton, passed away on December 10, 2023. She was born on April 15, 1955, a daughter of the late Stephen Moakley Jr. and Betty (Burns) Moakley. She is preceded in death by her first husband, Paul Hall; her sister Marsha Moakley and her step-mother, Bertha Moakley. She is survived by her husband, Larry Freeze; her children, Chris Hall, Tony Hall, and Jeremy (Gina) Hall, 14 grandchildren and her siblings, Peggy Leonard, Lila…

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Winifred “Winnie” Boser

Winifred “Winnie” Boser

Winifred “Winnie” C. (Graham) Boser, 83, of Chippewa, formerly of Baden, passed away on December 4, 2023. She was the daughter of the late Raymond and Mary Louise (Conrad) Graham. She is preceded in death by her husband, William G. Boser (2017), and her brother, Larry Graham. Winnie is survived by her children, Tammy Jennings, of Chippewa, and Michael (Susan) Boser, of Beaver; her grandchildren, Tyler Jennings, and Madeline & Amelia Boser. Winnie could always be found at events cheering…

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Mary Bishop

Mary Bishop

Mary Bishop, 77 of Hopewell Twp., passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023 in Good Samaritan Hospice at Heritage Valley Beaver.  She was born in Rochester, Pennsylvania, on June 17, 1946 a daughter of the late Edna and Eugene Bishop.  She was a retired accountant from Shenango Inc. She is survived by her three siblings: Mae Bishop, Hopewell Twp.; Joe & Val Bishop, Moon Twp., and Eugene & Carmella Bishop, Monaca; numerous nieces and nephews, and great nieces and great…

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David Wayne Jones

David Wayne Jones

David Wayne Jones, 58 of Patterson Twp., passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 in Allegheny General Hospital.  He was born in Beaver Falls, PA on July 6, 1965 a son of the late Doris Jean and Kenneth Jones. He was a member of Marion Hill Christian and Missionary Alliance Church. He worked for many years at Sheetz in Rochester.  He loved watching sports and was an avid Steeler and Pirate fan.  He was very kind, caring, sensitive man…

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Faye Thompson

Faye Thompson

Faye Thompson , 80, of Beaver, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 26, 2023. Born on June 29, 1943, in Rochester, PA, she was the daughter of the late Ruth and Paul Marietta. She retired from the Rochester Area School District where she worked as a secretary for over 30 years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Ralph E. Thompson; sister, Paula Rae Hupp; and her beloved Boston Terrier,…

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James Arthur Miller Sr.

James Arthur Miller Sr.

James Arthur Miller Sr., 93 of Freedom, passed away in the predawn hours into the arms of God on November 21, 2023.  He was born at home in the Village of Unionville, PA on June 24, 1930 a son of the late Phillip and Alice Miller.  He was retired from General Alloy Casting Company in North Rochester, M&S Racing in Freedom, as well as the Vicary Mansion in Freedom.  He was a lifelong, dedicated, and active member of Unionville United…

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