Shelton “Skeet/Skeeter J” Jones, 77, passed away on November 20th, 2025 at Friendship Ridge Rehabilitation and Wellness Center in Beaver where he had resided for almost two years.

He was born in Aliquippa on April 19th, 1948, a son of the late Elbert and Louise (Jacobs) Jones. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Janice, Lillian and Alfreda and his brothers: Elbert, Taylor, Darryl, Calvin, Anthony, and Kevin. He is survived by his life partner, Enessa Jacobs, his special nephew, Omarr Jones, his niece, Louise Jacobs-Johnson, his brothers, Dexter (Mary), Ivan, and Oren, his sister-in-law, Bonnie Jones (Anthony, deceased), as well as a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends.

Shelton, known affectionately by his family, as Skeet, was an adventurous and carefree person who never met a stranger, no matter where he traveled. Following his matriculation in the Aliquippa School District, he joined the Armed Forces. Upon his return, he went on to marry and father several children, who also survive him: Narvette Alise “Lisa” Gibbs, Lanette Hopes, Shon Owens (deceased), Shelton Cottrill, James R. Hopes, Kevin Jones, Taleisha Jackson, Travis Jackson, Shane McGee, and Mish’ellay Nakoa. He also helped in parenting Tia Jackson and Jasmine Jacobs.

His family would like to thank everyone for their cards, calls, food and prayers.

A memorial visitation will be held on Sunday, December 7th, from 1 P.M. until the time of a funeral service at 3 P.M. at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge, who was in charge of his arrangements.

Roger Garth Cooling, Jr., 80, of Baden, passed away on December 2nd, 2025, at Concordia at Villa St. Joseph in Baden. He was born in Beaver Falls on May 15th, 1945, the son of the late Roger Garth Cooling, Sr., and Wilma Jean (Liller) Eisenhute. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Beverly Ann (Bissen) Cooling. He is survived by his loving daughters, Jennifer (Christian) Dispigna, Marisa (Christian) Kebekus and Amanda (Larry Booker) Cooling, his grandchildren, Christian, Dorian, Derek, and Ava, a brother, William Cooling, his feline companion, Flynn, who was by his side for the past 7 years, as well as several nieces, nephews, and friends.

Roger began his lifelong love of the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1954 as a small boy which then opened up his passion for sports that became part of his identity for over seven decades. He was an avid baseball and autograph collector who found joy in stories, the history and simple nostalgia of it all. He received a bachelor’s degree in science from Slippery Rock University where he received his teaching certificate. He had a love for the English language, whether teaching it to High school students, writing poetry or listening to music with poignant lyrics. His favorite bird, the red winged blackbird, always brought him back to another favorite hobby, fishing. The sound of the bird calls brought him back to quiet mornings fishing along the streams. He also shared his love of fishing with his family. He was a devoted and caring grandfather (pap) he loved each grandchild for who they were and embraced them in their uniqueness. His booming voice and crazy excursions and sense of wonder, gregarious nature and overall zest for adventure in life is his legacy.

Memorial contributions in Roger’s honor may be directed to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Broadhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.
The GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, was honored to provide care and guidance to Roger’s family during this time and was the funeral home that was in charge of his arrangements.

Gerda M. Wall, 79, of Pulaski Township, passed away peacefully on December 2nd, 2025, at Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford.

She was born in Germany on October 11th, 1946, a daughter of the late Joseph and Marguerite Herzog. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Larry Macom, Sr., her second husband, Jesse R. Wall, Sr., a son, Larry Macom, Jr. and numerous brothers. She is survived by her children: Sandra (Mike) Zachodni, Wendy (Quent) Bachman, Melinda (Ray) Ball, and Jesse Wall, Jr.; along with a daughter-in-law, Lisa Macom, her grandchildren: Michael Zachodni, Casey (Jessica) Zachodni, Zachary (Kelli) Zachodni, David Bachman, Amber (Chucky) Russell, Cody Wall, Austin Wall, Ashton Spiegel, Kristin (Adam) Barnes, and Ryan (Cam Cam) Bogolea; as well as her great-grandchildren, Jordan, Tyler, Caleb, Maddison, Evan, Charolotte, Weston, Danny, Vanessa, Sabrina, Cooper, Evan, Leo, and Brody; along with her brothers, Stephan and Peter, her sisters, Ingrid and Heidi, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

After arriving from Germany, Gerda worked for the Beaver County Times for many years. In her free time, she enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with her family.

In accordance with Gerda’s wishes, she will be cremated and no services are being planned at this time.

The family wishes to extend a heart-felt “Thank You” to Good Samaritan Hospice staff, nurses, and her aide, Ashley for their kind and compassionate care.

The GABAUER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1133 Penn Ave., New Brighton, was honored to provide care and guidance to Gerda’s family during this time and was the funeral home that was in charge of her arrangements.

Amanda Lee Dunlap Parker, 45, of Conway, passed away on December 1st, 2025, at Heritage Valley Beaver. She was born on December 7th, 1979, a daughter of John and Patricia Dunlap. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband, Kenneth Parker, her children, John Anthony Montini and Virginia Margaret Dunlap, her sisters, Wendy Marks and Heather Rodriguez, her Uncle Georgie and a good friend, William Murdoch. There will be a Celebration of Life for Amanda at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Corless-Matter Funeral Home and Cremation Services, LLC, 1133 Church Street, Ambridge. Her family would like to extend a special thanks to the nurses at the Critical Care Unit at Heritage Valley Beaver for all their compassionate and technical skilled care.