Bruce L. Weis Jr. passed away on September 9th, 2024, at his home in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, at the age of 95. Bruce had been recovering from a recent fall and was looking forward to a full recovery. He was born in Hagevo, a vanished coal town near Johnstown, Pennsylvania, on February 15, 1929, to the late Bruce L Weis and Alverda (Schaffer) Weis. Through perseverance and determination, Bruce made his way to collage, graduating from the University of Pittsburgh, becoming…
Elizabeth A. (Kehoe) Tesla, 98, of Moon Twp., died on September 6, 2024 in Good Samaritan Hospice House, Wexford. She was born in Johnstown, PA on March 4, 1926 the daughter of the late Edgar & Agnes (Sloan) Kehoe. Elizabeth (Betty) graduated from St. Veronica’s high school, Ambridge. She worked as a USAir reservation agent and enjoyed traveling. Betty enjoyed Sunday family dinners in her home as well as the flowers and wild birds in her garden. Betty is survived…
Charles Lenny Hyre, 59 of Raccoon Twp., passed away on Monday, September 2, 2024 in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. He was born in Crescent Twp., on November 26, 1964 a son of the late John and Frances Hyre. He was a Logistics Ops Specialist. for P.S.C. working out of the Shell Polymer Plant. He was a member and Elder at Mt. Pleasant Evangelical Presbyterian Church. Lenny was an avid outdoorsman, thoroughly enjoying spending time at his camp in Tionesta. He loved…
Mary Ann Dilworth, 92, formerly of Wilmington Delaware died on Saturday, August 31, 2024 at Allegheny Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA after a brief illness. She was born on May 29, 1932 to John Monroe Fairchild and Esther Emmalene Freas in Berwick, PA. She married Robert Emmett Dilworth, Jr. on July 17, 1954 in Berwick, PA. They met while both were attending Bucknell University in Lewisburg, PA. Mary Ann is survived by son, John (Julie) of Winslow, Arkansas, son William (Gaylene)…
Eugene H. Ruby, 82, of Rochester Twp., passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2024 in his home. He was born in Rochester, PA on November 18, 1941 the son of the late Roy and Julia Ruby. Gene was a well-known and respected contractor and painter in the area. He owned and operated Ruby’s Remodeling for many years. He was an extremely hard worker, always wanted to be busy working. When he was younger, he enjoyed bowling and playing pool and…
Joseph John Smith, 60 of Raccoon Twp., died unexpectedly at home on August 21, 2024. He is survived by his loving and devoted mother, Rosemary Smith; his special uncle and aunt, Art and Earlene Lantz who treasured him; and his cats, Buttons and Pumpkin. Joe is also survived by countless friends who enjoyed his wit and humor. He was preceded in death by his father, Herbert Smith and Uncle Gene Kohler. Joe worked on the Response Team at the Shippingport…
David J. Piole, 73, of Robinson Twp., died on August 13, 2024 in Allegheny General Hospital. He was born in Pittsburgh on August 28, 1950 the son of the late Joseph C. & Bertha Marie (Giger) Piole. David was a graduate of North Hills High School, 1968. He then earned his Bachelor’s degree from Penn State University in Marketing, 1972. Davids’s career consisted of sales with Heavy Equipment for various companies including, Machinery Rental, Metaris, D-A Lubricants, & Woodings Industrial…
Edward W. Schreiber, 84, of Moon Township, passed away peacefully at home on August 12, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born on October 15, 1939, to the late Colin Boone-Schreiber and Sarah (Leister) Schreiber. In addition to his parents, Ed was preceded in death by his brother, John C. Schreiber (Jack/Skinny), and his sister, Dorothy Bevan (Dot). He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Marie C. (DeSantis) Schreiber; two sons, Paul Matthew Schreiber (Lora) and…
Mitchell J. “Mitch” Yanyanin, 74, of Baden, passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024, after a lengthy battle with kidney disease. Mitch was the beloved husband of Nancy Matika Yanyanin; loving father to Nicholas Yanyanin (fiancé Elissa Ebaugh) and, dedicated brother of Cheryl Yanyanin Maslek, Larry Yanyanin (Jayne), and Laureen Yanyanin Youtes. Born on September 17, 1949, Mitch was a graduate of Freedom High School where he was a standout athlete especially in track and field, setting milestones and…
Lisa M. (Bates) Petrick, 57, of Hopewell Twp., passed away at home on August 4, 2024. She was born in Aliquippa on June 24, 1967, the daughter of Charles Bates & the late Nancy (Taylor) McFarland. Lisa was a graduate of Ambridge High School and retired from UPS after 20 + years of service. In addition to her father, Lisa is survived by her two brothers, Edward Anderson, NJ and Richard Anderson Hopewell Twp., and her step mother, Paula Bates….