Frank Brendle Sr. (1969-2024)

Frank Brendle, Sr., 55, of Baden, passed away on April 5, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at UPMC Presbyterian following a lengthy illness. He was born on January 29, 1969, in Sewickley, to Sandra (Luzzi) Brendle of Baden and the late Joseph H. Brendle. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 25 years, Dana (Doychak) Brendle, sons, Cody Brendle of Baden, Frank Brendle, Jr. of Beaver County, sister, Gina (Ken) Hunt of Independence Township, brother, Joe (Dawn) Brendle of Ambridge, and special cousin, Sam Mullen. He enjoyed playing cards, shooting pool, and was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing with his son Cody. At Frank’s request, there was no public visitation. The family gratefully requests donations be made to the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc. 833 Kennedy Dr. Ambridge, PA 15003 to defray funeral expenses.

Darryl G. Waters (1956-2024)

Darryl G. Waters, 68, of Ambridge, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2024, at UPMC Shadyside with his loving family by his side. He was born on February 10, 1956 in Pittsburgh to Mary (Chatham) Waters of Pittsburgh and the late Walter Waters, Jr. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death were his maternal grandparents, Eugene and Genevieve (Daugherty) Chatman, paternal grandparents, Walter and Jeannette (Brown) Waters, Sr. and great nephew, Jordan Martin. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his siblings, David Waters of Pittsburgh, Dianne Waters and her children, Tori Bennett, April (Owen) Martin, and Emily Bennett, Debbie Waters and her children, Summer and Bunny Vaught. Darryl was a hard worker having worked as a meat cutter at Giant Eagle. His passions in life were fishing and watching sci-fi and crime shows. He will be greatly missed by everyone who was honored to know him. There was no public visitation. Services and burial were private. Arrangements were entrusted to the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc. 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, Pennsylvania.

Barbara A. Hayward Bussard (1938-2024)

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 (1964-2024)

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 (1961-2024)

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 (1959-2024)

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 (1946-2024)

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.

50 Animals Removed From Butler County Home

(Butler Coumnty ) Dozens of animals were removed from a Butler County home, and a man is facing charges after police found two dead German Shepards in Butler County.

Pennsylvania State Police in Butler said Paul Frederick was arrested Saturday while troopers served a search warrant to remove all animals at his home on Double Road in Connoquenessing Township. PSP obtained this warrant after two dogs were found dead  the day before and removed 50 animals — including cats, dogs, pigs, goats and ducks — from the home. All of the animals were taken to a shelter in Erie.

A criminal complaint alleges a Butler County Sheriff K-9 located two garbage bags containing the dead German Shepards off a parking lot along Whitestown Road in Butler Twp. after the handler let the dog out to urinate. Police observed the dead dogs had matted fur and appeared underweight. Their collars and microchips showed the dogs were registered to Frederick.

Fredrick denied knowing anything about the dogs, then saying he had a dog die a week ago, and his son was supposed to bury it.

Police say Frederick was arrested Saturday because he became “increasingly agitated” while troopers served the warrant and did not comply with orders to leave the home. He is charged with aggravated cruelty to animals, obstructing the administration of law and resisting arrest.

Oneil Cruz’s RBI single in 11th inning lifts Pirates to 5-4 win over Orioles

Pittsburgh Pirates’ Oneil Cruz watches his walkoff single during the 11th inning of a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles, Saturday, April 6, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Freed)

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Oneil Cruz singled home the winning run in the 11th inning to give the Pittsburgh Pirates a 5-4 victory over the Baltimore Orioles. Cruz drove in automatic runner Henry Davis from second base. Orioles center fielder Cedric Mullins temporarily kept the game tied when he made a diving catch of Ke’Bryan Hayes’ line drive, but Cruz followed with a single to right off Jonathan Heasley. Josh Fleming retired the side in order in the top of the 10th for the win. Joey Bart homered in his first at-bat with the Pirates, and starter Bailey Falter pitched six shutout innings.

Brighton Twp. Police Continue Looking for Missing Man

(Photos used with permission of Brighton Twp. Police )

Story by Beaver County Radio Staff

(Brighton Twp., Beaver County, Pa.) Monday morning Brighton Twp. Police reported that there was no update about a man who was reported missing over the weekend.  Brighton Township Police reported that 36 year-old Brian Posch missing. Posch is reported as a white male that is 5’11” 205LBS. He has hazel eyes, brown hair, both ears pierced, and a tattoo of the word “Posch” on his right rib area. He was last seen on Friday at 11 AM operating a white in color Ford Super Duty PA registration ZTH8685. Brighton Twp. is asking anyone who has seen or talked to Posch to contact them at 724-775-0880.

Below is a photo of the truck Posch was driving when he was last seen: