Jack L. Hemer (1944-2025)

Jack L. Hemer, 81, of Cranberry Township, passed away on August 31st, 2025 at UPMC Passavant Hospital of McCandless Township. He was born in Beaver Falls on April 1st, 1944, the son of the late Harry J. and Helen (McClurg) Hemer.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his younger sister, Carol Rodefer. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife Marie (Cercone), his sons and daughters-in-law, Richard and Lona Hemer, Thomas and Heidi Hemer, a bonus son, Rob D’Atri (partner Rachna Rajen) and he was the proudest supportive grandfather of: Tommy Hemer, Nick Hemer, Brooklyn Hemer, Amanda (Ray) Guy, Taylor D’Atri, Austin D’Atri and Lucas D’Atri. He is also survived by his great grandchildren, Piper, Silas and Deklan Guy, his twin sister and her husband, Jacquelyn and John Axtell, his sisters-in-law, Marlene (late John) Admonius and Alisa Schell, his brother-in-law, Bill Schell, along with his nieces, his nephews, his cousins and many close lifelong friends.

Jack lived most of his life in Monaca. He was an honor student and a proud graduate of Monaca High School, Class of 1962. He was an outstanding athlete who held the school record for highest individual scoring in a single varsity men’s basketball game (46 pts) for nearly three decades and attended Wichita State University on a full basketball scholarship. He was a highly successful real estate broker/owner, past president of the Beaver County Association of Realtors and a past recipient of the prestigious Realtor of the Year award which is voted upon by peers in the profession. After selling his business he became a partner at Excel Mortgage Corp until his retirement. His love of sports was a lifelong passion/addiction. If the sport involved a ball, club, bat, stick or puck, you better believe he was watching. He was even known to place one tv on top of another plus have the radio on and be listening to all three. He brought a new meaning to “simulcast”. Not only was he a participant but he also coached his sons and other youngsters in their sporting endeavors and also served as assistant basketball coach at Center Township, now Central Valley High School. He was also a WPIAL basketball and football official for 36 years. He was kind, gentle, caring and humble and unknowingly influenced many others to be better by example.

A visitation will be held on Monday, September 8th from 2-6 p.m. with services immediately following at SIMPSON FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, who was in charge of his arrangements. Private interment will be at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester in the Hemer Family plot.

The family of Jack would like to extend their heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the Hillman/Cranberry Cancer Center as well as Passavant Hospital/McCandless for unbelievable, incomparable care, and compassion from doctors, nurses and support staff without exception.

Thelma “Tee” A. Mamula (Passed on September 2nd, 2025)

Thelma “Tee” A. Mamula, 92, formerly of Monaca and Vanport, passed away peacefully on September 2nd, 2025, at her daughter Kelli’s home in Butler. She was born in Monaca, a daughter of the late Allen “Doc” and Thelma (Llewellyn) Henry. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Sam Mamula, her daughter, Cindy Johnston, her son, Scott Baker, and her granddaughter, Amanda. She was the last of her immediate family and was also preceded in death by her siblings: Jean (Fred) Johnson, Doris (Ray) Conley, Barbara (Tom) Ely and Ronald (Roberta) Henry. She is survived by her devoted children: David Wayne (Donna) Johnston, Robert Baker, Michael (Bobbie) Baker, and Kelli Jo (Tony) Mason. She was the proud grandmother to Krystle, Brandon, Jay, Angie, Carrie, Tracey, Nicole, and Jacob. Her joy was multiplied sevenfold by her great-grandchildren. In addition to her immediate family, she leaves behind a wide circle of nieces, nephews, and friends. Her memory will be forever held in the hearts of her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, siblings, and a multitude of friends and acquaintances whose lives she touched.

Thelma began her working career as a long-distance telephone operator for Bell Telephone Company and later served the public as a meter maid for the Monaca Parking Authority and at the Beaver County Courthouse in the Recorder of Deeds Office. She concluded her career as an advisor for HAP, retiring in 1999 after years of exemplary service. She was also deeply involved in her community and church. She was a longtime member of the Monaca United Methodist Church, she actively participated in the SMOs (Senior Methodist Organization), the CLIPS class, Methodist Women, and the church choir. Her faith was also expressed through her service as a Sunday School teacher and her participation on the church bowling team. Her desire to give back to her community was evident in her volunteer work with the Crimson Line at the former Beaver County Geriatric Center. She found joy in exercising at the Beaver County YMCA and enjoyed being a member of the Speyer Avenue Card Club.

Thelma’s life will be celebrated with her family on Thursday, September 4th from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. at SIMPSON FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where services will be held on Friday, September 5th at 11 A.M. with Chaplain Terrance of Grane Hospice officiating. Interment will follow in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester.

The family would like to thank Grane Hospice for their dedication and compassionate care that they provided Tee.

Those wishing to make a memorial contribution in Thelma’s memory are asked to please consider the DAV (Disabled American Veterans) Organization, (412-395-6241).

Patricia Anna Wivell (1936-2025)

Patricia Anna Wivell, 89, formerly of Ambridge, passed away peacefully on August 26th, 2025 in Livonia, Michigan. She was born in Pittsburgh on April 25th, 1936, a daughter of the late Patrick Kavanagh and Anna (Mildner) Kavanagh. She was also the beloved wife of the late Edward Wivell, with whom she shared 53 loving years of marriage. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her sister, Kathleen Kavanagh. She is survived by her children, Edward P. (Michelle) Wivell of Stuart, Florida, Mary Ann Wivell (Randy Arndt) of Atlanta, Georgia, and Colleen Wivell (Rob Paine) of Canton, Michigan and six cherished grandchildren: Trace Pierce, Trevor and Derrick Arndt, Bryce, Anna, and Lizzy Paine. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law, Joanne Strasbaugh of Mars, Pennsylvania, and Gertrude Connors of West End in Pittsburgh, as well as many loving nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

Patricia was a caring mother, grandmother, and friend who dedicated her life to her family and her Catholic faith. Her gentle spirit, unwavering faith and quiet strength touched those who knew her. For the past four years, Patricia made her home at American House in Westland, Michigan, where she embraced life fully and formed meaningful friendships. She loved participating in the many activities offered, including bingo, music and entertainment nights, rosary and communion services, exercise classes, and even the occasional trip to the local casino. She was deeply loved by the residents and was cared for with great compassion by the staff.

Friends will be received on Saturday, September 6th from 9 A.M.-10:30 A.M. at Saint Luke the Evangelist Church, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge, followed by a  Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM. Interment will follow at Christ Our Redeemer Cemetery (Northside), 204 Cemetery Lane, Pittsburgh, where she will be laid to rest beside her husband.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to EWTN, 5817 Old Leeds Road, Irondale, AL 35210, a cause dear to Patricia’s heart.  Services and arrangements have been entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge.

Woman hospitalized after getting rescued from a home in New Brighton that caught fire

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(New Brighton, PA) A fire occurred in a house in New Brighton this morning which caused an unidentified woman to get flown to a hospital after she was rescued from that home. According to officials, the fire that occurred on Route 68 started in the center of the house this morning. Crews told WTAE that they were able to knock down flames fast and rescued the woman inside. It is unknown at this time what the condition of the woman who got injured in this fire is, but fire officials confirm that on the scene, CPR was performed on the woman before she was flown to the hospital. The investigation into this New Brighton house fire is being investigated by the Pennsylvania state fire marshal.

Glenn David Revelant (1955-2025)

Glenn David Revelant, 69, of Vanport, passed away on August 31st, 2025 at his residence. He was born in New Brighton on September 19th, 1955, a son of the late Nicholas Andrew and Myrtle Grace Avery Revelant. He is survived by his two sons, David Revelant and Jason Revelant, his brother, Daniel (Tammie) Revelant, his sister, Barbara (Gary) Gwin-Gleason, five grandchildren: Jayden Revelant, Rosella Laughlin, Bryce Revelant, Cayden Butler, and Beau Butler along with many nieces and nephews.

Glenn found solace in the world of television, specifically becoming an avid fan of the classic show, M*A*S*H*. In accordance with Glenn’s wishes, all services were private. Professional services and arrangements were entrusted to CORLESS-MATTER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, LLC, 1133 Church Street, Ambridge. Interment will be private at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester.

PennDOT Announces Design Plan for the I-376 Parkway East Squirrel Hill Interchange Project

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) According to a release from PennDOT District 11, PennDOT District 11, in conjunction with the Federal Highway Association recently announced “Alternative F” as the preferred design to enter preliminary engineering for the I-376 (Parkway East) Squirrel Hill interchange project. This project is located between the Greenfield Bridge and Squirrel Hill Tunnel in the City of Pittsburgh in Allegheny County and the goal of this project is to make safety improved for 100,000 vehicles that travel each day there and to reduce crashes at that interchange that is existing there. The enhancement of access for pedestrians on the local streets and the enhancement of multimodal connectivity there will also be planned for this project. According to that same release from PennDOT District 11, here is some more information about the I-376 (Parkway East) Squirrel Hill interchange project:

Key changes of the I-376 Squirrel Hill interchange included in “Alternative F” are:

  • The relocation of the I-376 eastbound (outbound) on-ramp, providing more room to merge prior to the tunnel and the expectation of congestion mitigation on Beechwood Boulevard.
  • A longer I-376 eastbound (outbound) off-ramp, starting just west of Greenfield Bridge and passing under the newly relocated eastbound on-ramp. The ramp will conclude at a traffic light on Beechwood Boulevard, eliminating the existing weave condition between the current interchange ramps.
  • The I-376 westbound (inbound) on-ramp will be accessed from Forward Avenue only, where the existing on-ramp is located, at a new signalized intersection.
  • The I-376 westbound (inbound) off-ramp diverge point will be further west of the tunnel portal with a new bridge constructed over the Parkway, providing trucks and larger vehicles a safer exit ramp.
  • These and other preliminary changes can be viewed in the rendering of “Alternative F” on the project webpage.
  • Additional improvements will be made on the local roads surrounding the interchange, including a separate local lane for residences on Beechwood Boulevard near Forward Avenue, the implementation of a roundabout at the Monitor Street and Beechwood Boulevard intersection, and various signal upgrades.
  • Bicyclists and pedestrians can expect a new shared use path along Forward Avenue, replacing the existing sidewalk. FHWA has also conditionally approved a new shared use path connecting Forward Avenue to Saline Street adjacent to the westbound (inbound) I-376 on-ramp.
  • In coordination with PRT, the project will include the relocation of several bus stops to safer locations in the area.
  • The improvements included in the project aim to provide safer pedestrian crossings and safer access to proposed shared use paths. They also result in more reliable travel times through the roadway network. Partnered with the new geometry of the ramp configuration, traffic will slow down coming off the interstate, entering the neighborhood and create safer residential streets in the area.
  • As minor changes to the final design will continue throughout the preliminary engineering process, the public is encouraged to provide feedback through the project’s online comment form. Additional public meetings will be held throughout the design phase to discuss the progress of the project and gather additional feedback. Construction on this project is anticipated to begin in 2029 and conclude in 2032.

Fire occurs at Freedom Conway Recycling in Conway and goes to pile of tires and some vehicles

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Conway, PA) A fire occurred at Freedom Conway Recycling in Conway yesterday which spread to multiple vehicles and a pile of tires. Emergency responders worked to put out this fire on a car and worked to put out a fire on a pile of tires on the side of the Freedom Conway Recycling Building. The cause of this fire is unknown at this time.

Fire occurs at a home in Monaca which causes a big hole in the roof of that house

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Monaca, PA) A fire caused a big hole to be on the roof of a Monaca home yesterday afternoon. The location of the home that caught on fire is within the 100 block of Oak Lane and according to Beaver County dispatchers, the fire broke out just after 3 p.m. yesterday. The dousing of fire spots was also done by firefighters during this fire. Both the cause of this fire and the injuries that came from this fire are unknown at this time.

Someone buys Powerball ticket in Lower Merion Township, Pennsylvania and wins $1 million in a recent Powerball drawing

(File Photo of the Pennsylvania Lottery Logo and a Television Broadcast from a Pennsylvania Lottery drawing)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Lower Merion Township, PA) Someone recently bought a Pennsylvania lottery ticket for Monday’s drawing of the Pennsylvania Lottery in Lower Merion Township, Pennsylvania outside Philadelphia at an Acme supermarket and won $1 million. According to Pennsylvania Lottery officials, that ticket matched all five white balls drawn on Monday, which were 8, 23, 25, 40 and 53. 5 was the number of the red Powerball for that drawing. This happened not long after a resident of Pennsylvania won $1 million on a Powerball ticket for Saturday’s Powerball drawing. According to Pennsylvania Lottery officials, a $1 million winning ticket was sold at a Turkey Hill store in Pequea Township of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The winning numbers that this person matched despite not matching the red Powerball 17 for Saturday’s drawing were 3, 18, 22, 27 and 33. According to the Powerball’s official website, the jackpot for the Powerball drawing today is estimated at $1.3 billion with a cash value of $589 million. It is unclear what part of Pennsylvania the first winner is from and it is unclear where the other winner is from at this time, but this second winner was in Pennsylvania when that person became a Powerball ticket winner.

Beaver County Coroner responds to recent crash along Route 30 in Hanover Township

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Hanover Township, PA) A crash occurred in Hanover Township yesterday evening which caused the Beaver County Coroner, David J. Gabauer, to make an appearance. Beaver County dispatchers told WTAE that crews were called to the scene along Route 30 and Raccoon Park Road just before 7 p.m. yesterday following reports of a crash. Gabauer responded to the scene of this crash. Beaver County dispatch did not give any details of how the incident started. The cause of this crash and the number of vehicles that were involved in this incident are unknown at this time.