George R. Bartimac, 98, of Baden, passed away at home on December 18th, 2024. He was born in Freedom on September 14th, 1926, the son of the late Angelo and Mary Bartimac. In addition to his parents, George was preceded in death by his daughter, Deborah Syrak, son, Ronald Bartimac, stepson, Gregory Allen Peter and several siblings.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years, Helen Bartimac, children, Dawn Turner and Rhonda Walters, stepson, Jack D. Peters, sister, Stella Lorenz, two cherished grandchildren, Shawn McNair and Pamela Siebert, special friend and caregiver, Mark Hartle, close friends Brenda and John Maxiener, Jennie Nelson, along with many others.

George proudly served as a corporal in the United States Navy during World War II, where he was awarded a Purple Heart. After his service, he worked for the Borough of Baden as a road crew foreman for over ten years, and later at J&L and Armco until his retirement. He had a love for country western music and enjoyed tending to his vegetable garden. He was also a former member of the Baden American Legion.

Helen would like to express her heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Jeffrey Hein for the excellent care he provided to George.

Family and friends are invited to a visitation on Saturday, December 28th from 12 P.M. until 4 P.M., as well as a blessing service at 2 P.M. at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge. Interment will take place at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies at a later date.

Marilyn C. Winkle, 78, of Rochester Township, passed away on December 20th, 2024 in her home. She was born on December 2nd, 1946, a daughter of the late Elder R. & Edna Landis Sr. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Calvin, a son, Michael Winkle, a son-in-law, Jeffrey Bable and a grandson, Eric Bable. She is survived by her daughter, Kimberly Bable, three grandchildren, Jeffrey (Meghan Schieman) Bable, Taylor (Tyler) Adams, and Chase (Zoey Blanchard) Winkle, a great grandson Thomas Jeffrey Adams, three brothers, Elder R. “Junior” (Donna) Landis, Samuel (Judy Frank) Landis and David Jay (Lori) Landis, a brother-in-law, Harold “Kuch” (Linda) Winkle and a daughter-in-law, Tammy Wright, along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Marilyn worked for many years at the Medical Center as a clinical technician. She was a longtime and active member of New Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church where she was a member of WELCA. She was the Judge of Elections for Rochester, enjoyed playing cards, and volunteering for Meals on Wheels.  She was an amazing mother, grandmother, aunt, and sister who will be missed.

Friends will be received on Thursday, December 26th, from 2-4 p.m. & 6-8 p.m. at Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Rochester. A funeral service will be held on Friday, December 27th, at 11 a.m. in her church, New Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church, 200 2nd Avenue, Freedom.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to New Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Josephine Elia Haslett, 97, of Rochester, known affectionately as Jo to her friends and family, passed away on December 19th, 2024, at the Passavant Community in Zelienople. She leaves behind a legacy of faith as a lifelong member of St. Cecilia Catholic Church of Rochester where she found much comfort in her faith.

Josephine was raised in Rochester and graduated from Rochester High School with the class of 1945. She was a daughter of the late Rocco and Sarah Elia. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Thomas E. Haslett, her brothers, Chuck, Jimmy, Rocky and John, and younger brothers Joseph, Vincent, and Frank Elia and a special brother in law, Ralph Caratelli.

She is survived by her devoted children, Lynn Rutter and her husband Howard, and Roy Lambert and his wife Chavee. She was the proud grandmother to Kristin Jeffers and her husband Keith, Kelly Rupp and Claire Hogan and the adored great-grandmother to Josie Rupp and Connor Hogan. She is also survived by her sister Mary Caratelli.

Josephine’s professional life was as rich and fulfilling as her personal life. She spent many years working as a cook at her brother’s restaurant, Hollywood Gardens in Rochester where her culinary skills were greatly admired. Later, she later opened her own restaurant, Jo’s Snack Bar, in North Sewickley. She was also a talented seamstress.

Josephine found pleasure in gardening and reveled in the beauty of nature. Her passion for travel was evident as she had visited some forty-seven states. At the remarkable age of seventy-two, she learned to swim. Her interests in sewing, baking, and cooking not only brought her personal joy, but also made her home an inviting place for all. She had an ability to make everyone feel special and did so through her love of baking. The children of the McGuire Home especially looked forward to her delightful creations. Her house was renowned for its hot meals, special desserts, and much laughter.

Arrangements and services were entrusted to Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services of Monaca. Services were also entrusted to Saint Cecilia Catholic Church of Rochester.

The family has suggested memorial contributions be made, if desired to the McGuire Memorial Home of New Brighton.

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