Judith A. Small (1938-2025)

Judith A. Small, 86, of Vanport Township, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home on July 27th, 2025.

She was born in Kittaning on September 20th, 1938, a daughter of the late Raymond and Edna Bargerstock Cornelius. In addition to her parents, Judith was preceded in death by her son, John A. Small, Jr., her former husband, John A. Small, Sr., her son-in-law, Richard Solis, and her companion, Joseph Sidora.  She is survived by her daughters, Pamela (Gene) See of Florida, Julie (John) Reese of Center Township, and Trudi Solis of California: her grandchildren, Casey (Mark) Easdon, Michael Solis, Hannah (Isaah) Solis-Willingham, and John Reese, Jr.; along with her great-grandchildren: Blaine, Lennon, Madilyn, Adrian and Elijah; as well as many nieces and nephews. Judith was known for never meeting a stranger and will be mostly remembered as a loving mother and proud grandmother. In her spare time, she loved to golf and play billiards.

In accordance with Judith’s wishes, there will be no public services. A Celebration of her Life will be held on Thursday, August 21st from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Monaca American Legion, Post #580.

Professional arrangements have been entrusted to Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third St., Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.