Barbara A. Hayward Bussard, 85, of Ohioville, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2024.
Born on August 25, 1938, in East Liverpool, Ohio, to the late Smith D. and Jeannette Hayward. In addition to her parents, Barbara is preceded in death by her husband, Keith A., son, Gregory Bussard; grandson, Justin Doughty; sisters, Sandra Rybacki, and Bonita Johnson; and a granddaughter-in-law, Becca Doughty.
Barbara will be sadly missed by her son and daughter-in-law, Randy and Dawn Bussard, of Ohioville; daughter and son-in-law, Sandy and Chuck Mann, of Cochranton, Pennsylvania; sister, Trudy (Chip) Chapala, of Center Township; grandchildren, Shane Doughty, Neil Bussard, Kelli (Jesse) Trimble, Raymond Bussard, Jacob (Nikki) Bussard, and Matthew (Jessica) Mann; nine great-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Barbara was a faithful member of New Salem Presbyterian Church. She had worked at Public Drugstore in Brighton Township for nearly 20 years.
As per Barbara’s wishes, all services were private.
Professional Arrangements have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver, PA 15009. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.
Barbara was laid to rest, with her husband in Highland Cemetery, Midland.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Barbara’s name to St. Jude Research Hospital, www.stjude.org.
Barbara’s family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Cambridge Point, as well as the hospice nurses from Grane Hospice, for the love and compassionate care given to Barbara during her time spent with them.

John J. Yothers, 59, of New Brighton, passed away on April 5, 2024, at Heritage Valley, Beaver.

Born June 9, 1964, in Rochester, he was the son of the late Mildred (Mulig) Yothers, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his children, Rodney Cline, Matthew Yothers, Danielle Yothers, and Caroline Yothers, his sisters, Beverly Ward, Mary Jo Cook, and Erica Keblish, and his 4 grandchildren. John was a proud veteran of the Army National Guard and was active with various veteran organizations, even acting as color guard in local parades.  He was an officer at the New Brighton Croatian Club and the Eagles.  He loved all Pittsburgh sports teams and enjoyed Karaoke.  He will be remembered as a hardworking man.

Friends will be welcomed Thursday, April 11, from 4pm until the time of service at 7pm, in the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 3rd Ave, New Brighton.

Theresa E. Mickey, 62, of Economy, passed away on April 4, 2024, at UPMC Shadyside. She was born on June 22, 1961, in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Charles and Mable (Jones) Oliver. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Robert Mickey. She is survived by her husband of 37 years, Robert Mickey, a son, Donald Stephens of Conneaut, Ohio, a daughter, Kristy (Matthew) Russin of Ambridge, four grandchildren, Hunter and Levi Stephens, Candise and Carley Russin, and a brother, Rick Oliver of California.She was a sorter and worked in quality control at Phoenix Glass (Anchor Hocking), Monaca. Friends will be received on Tuesday, April 9 from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM in the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge where a funeral service will be held on Wednesday April 10 at 11 AM with the Rev. Jamie Fowler, pastor of Concord Presbyterian Church officiating. Interment will follow in Beaver Cemetery.

Kurt J. Verrico, 65, of Rochester, passed away at his home on April 4th, 2024. Born on February 28th, 1959 in Rochester, Kurt was the son of the late Donald J. and Marilyn J. Barr Verrico, who preceded him in death. Kurt is survived by one daughter, Cami N. Stockman and her fiancé Robert Emes of North Sewickley Township, one son and daughter-in-law, Brandon D. Verrico and his wife Tara, of Patterson Township, five grandchildren, Ariana, Emma, Matthias, Olivia, and Benji, former wife Diane L. (Verrico) Edmunds, of Beaver, one brother and sister-in-law, Brian D. “Kim” and Gayle Verrico, of Rochester, one sister and brother-in-law, Dawn Marie and Jimbo Moser, Cresent Township and their son, Noah, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and his K-9 companion, Stella. He was a retired distribution manager for the Beaver County Times and owner of the KAKARE LAWN SERVICE BUSINESS, Rochester. Kurt was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and attended the Life Family Church of New Brighton. He graduated from Rochester High School in 1977 and received his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Robert Morris University. Kurt was an avid golfer and also a fan of the Pittsburgh Pirates and Penguins.
Kurt’s wish was to be cremated, however, friends will be invited to attend a Celebration of Life Service on April 13 at 11:00 a.m. at Life Family Church of New Brighton.
The family has asked that any monetary donations, sympathy cards or memorial gifts may be sent to, The Verrico’s, 1620 Brighton Road, Ellwood City, PA 16117.

Kathy D. Ash, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on April 3rd, 2024, in Life Beaver County. Kathy was born October 8th, 1946 in Rochester and was the daughter of the late Robert and Eva Cain Herman. Kathy was preceded in death by a grandson, Nathaniel Ash, a brother, Ralph Herman and former husband, Donald A. Ash, Sr. Kathy is survived by one son and daughter in law, Donald A. Jr. and Tiffany Ash of Rochester, two grandchildren, Amber J. Ash of New Castle, and Deven C. Ash and his fiance Katy Hoenig of Chippewa, two great grandchildren, Milah and Zoey Russell of New Castle, two sisters and one brother in law, Beverly and Robert Messick, Sue Ellen Covalt, all of New Brighton, and numerous nieces and nephews and three beloved friends, Donna, Mae and Judy. Kathy was a graduate of Rochester High School, a former waitress at the former Isaly’s Restaurant, The Hilltop Restaurant and also Dorothy’s Lunch in Rochester. Kathy had also been a caregiver for various families throughout Beaver County. She was an avid baker who also loved to play bingo and watch game shows. Most of all, Kathy loved her family and going to My Hero’s Sub Shop, Rochester.
Kathy’s wishes were to be cremated with a Celebration of Life Service on Sunday, May, 5, 2024 at 2PM at the Rochester Free Methodist Church, officiating will be Robert Messick.
Kathy’s family is extremely grateful for the nurses who stood by her side during her time with Life Beaver County, Kyona, Frannie, Icis, Sweetie and Mark for all the comfort and care they provided Kathy.
Arrangements are entrusted to The William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester, PA.