Jules Richard Patterson (1952-2025)

Jules Richard Patterson, 72, passed away at Heritage Valley Beaver on May 13th, 2025.
He was born in Rochester on October 22nd, 1952, a son of Donna (McGuane) Patterson and the late John Patterson of Industry. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his sister, Diana Gallagher of Philadelphia, his brother, John Patterson of Western Beaver and his three sons, Jules of Tampa, Florida, Jesse of Crossville, Tennessee and Jonny of Midland.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brother, Archie Gilbert and his granddaughter Ella.
Jules was a lifelong supporter of Veteran’s Organizations, enjoyed live music, tinkering with guitars and Harleys and most of all spending time with his grandchildren: William (27), Alexandria (27), Mark (26), Jovet (25), Ami (23), Katrina (21), Michelle (19), Barrett (16), Jules “Reese” (13); along with his great grandchildren, Andrew (7) and Juliette (5).
In accordance with Jules’ wishes, there will be no scheduled services and his remains will be cremated. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver.

 

Ronald B. Mauch (1933-2025)

Ronald B. Mauch, 91, of Canonsburg, passed away at home with his family at his side on May 15th, 2025.

He was born in Patterson, New Jersey on November 28th, 1933, a son of the late Benedict C. and Nellie R. Hamelink Mauch. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 64 years, Helen Wylie Mauch. He is survived by his son, Ben (Mary Sue) Mauch, his daughter, Kristen (John) Zanker, his grandchildren: Jessica (Dave) Brooks, Thomas (Anna) Toplak, Greg (Caroline) Toplak, Lauren (Nate) Berger, Bekah (Connor) Scisciani and Emma Zanker; along with his great-grandchildren: Hannah and Lilly Shaffer, Natalie, Leanna, and Melody Berger, Camilla and Luna Toplak, Lewis and Lainey Scisciani, and Josephine Toplak.

Ronald was a proud veteran of the U.S Air Force who achieved the rank of Sergeant during the Korean Conflict. He currently attended The Bible Chapel of South Hills, having formerly belonged to Main Street United Methodist Church in Kernersville, North Carolina and Beaver United Methodist Church of Beaver.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, May 21st from 10 a.m. until the time of a Celebration of Life Service at 11 a.m., conducted by Pastor Tom Rojahn, in the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

Memorial contributions in Ronald’s name may be made to the Concordia Hospice of Washington County, 10 Leet Street, Washington, PA 15301.

Patricia Wozniak (1938-2025)

Patricia Wozniak, 86, of Aliquippa, passed away surrounded by her loving family on May 14th, 2025. She was born in McDonald, Pennsylvania on September 10th, 1938, a daughter of the late Thomas and Elsie (Chappell) Bennett.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony Wozniak, a sister, Debra Bennett, and a son-in-law, Robert Rybicki. She is survived by her three loving daughters, Wendi Rybicki, Sherri (Doug) Murdoch and Amy (Mark) Muslin, her cherished grandchildren: Christina (Mike) Litzenberger, Jesseca (Marcus) McCowin, Keith Murdoch and Mark Muslin, three beloved great-grandchildren, Karsyn Litzenberger, Norah McCowin, and Eva McCowin, a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Elizabeth and Paul Duringer, a sister-in-law, Mary Wozniak, a brother-in-law, Walter Wozniak and many nieces and nephews.
Patricia was a faithful member of the Ohio United Presbyterian Church in Hopewell Township where she enjoyed singing in the choir. She was employed by American Greetings and K and N Sales, but her most loved role was that of a mother and homemaker. She was a member of the Hopewell Women’s Civic Club and served as a troop leader for the Girl Scouts. She enjoyed reading, bowling, gardening and watching the Pittsburgh Steelers in her spare time.
All services were private and arrangements have been entrusted to the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home, Inc., 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa.

Christina “Chrissie” M. Linck (1977-2025)

Christina “Chrissie” M. Linck, 47, of Baden, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on May 15th, 2025. She was born on September 13th, 1977, a beloved daughter of Sean O. McHugh and the late Ellen McHugh.

In addition to her father, she is survived by her devoted husband of 24 years, Barry M. Linck, her cherished daughters, Maddie and Emily Linck, her brothers, Tom (Kelly) McHugh and Sean J. McHugh, her sister, Patti (Mark) Sittig, her dear nieces and nephews: Nicholas “Nick” and Michael “Mike” Sittig, Erica (Jesse) Grundza, Tommy and Katie McHugh, and Myles Gordon, as well as her mother-in-law, Carlotta Linck, her sisters-in-law, Kristi Linck and Melanie (Dean) Gordon and many loving aunts, cousins, and friends.

Christina was a proud graduate of Ambridge Area High School with the Class of 1995, who went on to earn her associate’s degree from Bradford Business School. She was an active council member of the Little Bridgers Athletic Association. She loved shopping, visiting parks, swimming, and especially vacationing at the beach in Florida. Her greatest joy came from spending time with her family, particularly her daughters, whom she adored beyond measure.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the AGH CCU staff and CORE for their compassionate care and support.

A visitation will be held on Monday, May 19th, from 3-7 P.M. at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge. A prayer service will begin at the funeral home on Tuesday, May 20th, at 9:45 A.M., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 A.M. at Good Samaritan Catholic Church, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge. Interment will be private.

Miracle League of Southwestern Pennsylvania starts 2025 season in Cranberry Township

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Cranberry Township, PA) Graham Park in Cranberry Township hosted the Miracle Legue of Southwestern Pennsylvania on Saturday, which is a baseball league for those with disabilities, for their 2025 season. According to its official website, the league has been dedicated to “providing the opportunity for children and adults with physical and mental disabilities to play organized baseball.” The seventeenth season of the league is being recognized this month. The league began back in 2007.

Some Big Lots stores including the Big Lots in Rochester are ready to reopen in Pennsylvania in June

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(New Castle, PA) Several Big Lots stores in Pennsylvania will reopen on June 5th, 2025. According to TribLive, eleven stores are on the list and one of them is the Rochester location in Beaver County. On Thursday, the Big Lots store in New Castle and nine other Big Lots stores in Pennsylvania reopened. Once the reopenings are finished, there will be a total of twenty-four Big Lots stores in Pennsylvania. In September, Big Lots filed for bankruptcy protection. 

Aliquippa man arrested for driving under the influence in Aliquippa

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Aliquippa, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver report that an unidentified man from Aliquippa was arrested for driving under the influence in Aliquippa on April 16th, 2025. An unidentified thirty-seven-year-old man committed a vehicle code violation that day and was stopped by police. The incident occurred on Franklin Avenue and according to police, the man was arrested for driving under the influence of a controlled substance and his charges are pending.

More Rite-Aid stores located in Pennsylvania and nine other states are planning to close

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Camp Hill, PA) According to an announcement from Rite-Aid, 115 of their stores are ready to close after Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings started this month for the company. These Rite-Aid stores are located in Pennsylvania and nine other states and fifty-two of those stores that are closing are in Pennsylvania. The drug store chain presently has 1,240 stores in operation in fifteen states while 10% of those stores are ready to be closed.

Lawmakers in Pennsylvania are looking to put more regulations on the industry of cremation for pets in the future

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Lawmakers in Pennsylvania are trying to put more regulations on the industry of cremation for pets. This comes after an owner of a Pittsburgh funeral home got accusations of taking over $650,000 and giving the wrong ashes to customers. Patrick Vereb allegedly threw away the bodies of pets from 2021 to 2024. A change that lawmakers are working on is accountability for those working with cremations and possible penalties like removing their licenses.

New Brighton Elementary School placing flags at two local cemeteries for Memorial Day

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(New Brighton, PA) The New Brighton Memorial Day Association issued information in a Facebook post that today, the third graders of New Brighton Elementary School will be placing flags at two cemeteries. They will be going to both Grove Cemetery and Holy Family Cemetery and will be headed on a walk around New Brighton. The New Brighton Memorial Day Association also noted in that same post that drivers must be both patient and cautious during this Memorial Day tribute.