Author: Beaver County Radio

Nancy Marie Danylo (Passed on September 15, 2024)

Nancy Marie Danylo, 73, formerly of Monaca, passed away on September 15, 2024 at Good Samaritan Hospice.

She was preceded in death by her mother Shirley Jean Werthman, her brother Donn Kelley, and her niece Kristi Lewarchik. She is survived by her father, Charles Werthman, her children, Jennifer Healy and Susan Danylo-Musta, her husband, Patrick, and her siblings: Cindy (Geno) Symborski, Dody (Mike) Lewarchik, Chuck Werthman and Donna Jean Beaner Werthman. She was also survived by her cousin, Norma Jean Simpson whom she considered as a sister, and her many nieces and nephews, all of whom she adored.

Nancy’s role as a mother was paramount in her life. Her daughters, Jennifer and Susan were the pride of her existence and her grandchildren, Seth and Kaden, were the sparkle in her eye.

A trailblazer in her own right, Nancy was one of the first women laborers at J & L Steel.

Known for her down-to-earth nature and outspoken personality, Nancy never hesitated to express her genuine opinions. She was the heart and soul of family gatherings, often the one to organize events.

Nancy’s kind heartedness was as natural as her smile, and she never sought recognition for her good deeds. She was a great homemaker, always putting her family first and extending her love to her friends, who she cherished deeply.

Leisurely pursuits brought Nancy much joy, from playing cards with friends to catching the latest film at the cinema. She held a special fondness for spontaneous trips, whether it was a quick getaway to Florida or a visit to Erie.

She was also a member of the Monaca United Methodist Church.

The family has chosen a private memorial service. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca.

To share online condolences, view Nancy’s video tribute, add photos or get directions, please visit www.simpsonfuneralhome.com.

Mary Ann (Psik) Snajd (1926-2024)

Mary Ann (Psik) Snajd, 98, of Kaysville, Utah, passed away on September 12, 2024, in Bountiful, Utah with family and friends by her side.

She was born on May 15, 1926, in Beaver Falls, the daughter of the late George and Mary (Hornacek) Psik. She was preceded in death by her husband, George J. Snajd, a son, Stanley F. Snajd and a brother, John G. Psik. She is survived by her son and his wife, Paul and Stephanie (Bodily) Snajd of Galena, Ohio and daughter and her husband, Vera and Mike McCloy and three grandsons, Connor McCloy, Matthew McCloy and Jake McCloy, all of Kaysville, Utah.

She married George Jaroslav Snajd in 1955 and was a homemaker, formerly employed at the B&W Tubular Products Company and John T. Reeves Insurance Agency. While in Pennsylvania, she was a member of St. Philomena Roman Catholic Church, Czechoslovak Society of America (CSA), former Lodge Moravian #274, serving as secretary for 20 years, and the Confraternity of Christian Mothers. Upon moving to Utah in 2011, she joined St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church.

Mary Ann always loved music. She learned to play accordion, clarinet, and saxophone. She continued to play the accordion into her retirement years. She sang with two church choirs, St. Philomena, and Holy Trinity. She could whistle “Stars and Stripes Forever” expertly. It wasn’t unusual to have a car full of singing when we went on road trips.

Family gatherings were a special time for Mary Ann. She was an excellent cook and baker and hosted many family and friend gatherings. She was famous for pulling something out of the freezer when an unexpected guest came to visit.

Mary Ann spoke and wrote the Czech language which facilitated communication with relatives in the Czech Republic. She was able to travel to the Czech Republic and Slovakia and meet relatives during a visit there in 2008.

Mary Ann loved spending time with her children and grandchildren, and she would always ask about their whereabouts if they weren’t near. Mary Ann’s time around the table talking, eating, and playing games was the highlight.

A service will be held at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Cemetery Chapel, Darlington Road, Beaver Falls, at 12:30 P.M. on Friday, September 20.

A memorial service will be held in Utah at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, because Mary Ann loved family and service, please find time to spend with your family or provide a loving act of service.

Norma J. Ross (1933-2024)

Norma J. Ross, 91, of Beaver, passed away with her girls by her side on September 16, 2024.

She was born on May 29, 1933 in Irondale, Ohio, a daughter of the late Lewis and Blanche Glenn Crawford. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Anthony Ross, Jr., whom she married on August 21, 1954.

She is survived by her daughters, Becky (Gene) Martucci, Betty (Rick) Michaels, and Brenda (Pete) Vojnovich; grandchildren, Katy (Rick) Kerr, Rachel (Antoine) Pharr, Lindsay (Erik) Staack Christensen, Thomas (Ashton) Catracchia, and Nicholas Vojnovich and his girlfriend, Brittany; along with great-grandchildren, Naima, Neveah, Ariana, Colin, Easton and Isabella.

Norma had a thirst for learning, obtaining her GED at the age of 40, going on to attend CCBC to earn her Licensed Practical Nursing degree and graduating in the top ten in her class. She began a long career working at Heritage Valley, Beaver and a few local nursing homes. In her spare time, Norma loved to read, garden, travel, especially to the beach, cheer on the Steelers, and listen to country music. She took great pride in her family, her grandchildren in particular, attending many picnics, family gatherings, and holidays.

Norma faithfully attended Christian Missionary Alliance Church, where she served as a youth leader, Sunday school teacher and choir leader. She read her Bible daily and enjoyed old gospel hymns.

Friends will be received on Thursday, September 19 from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. in the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third St., Beaver, where a service will take place on Friday, September 20 at 11 a.m. Interment will take place at Beaver Cemetery. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

Gerard (Gerry) Gloekler (1960-2024)

Gerard (Gerry) Gloekler, 64, passed away on September 15, 2024 after a courageous 21-month battle with pancreatic cancer.
He was born in Pittsburgh on February 3, 1960, the youngest child of the late John (Jack) and Elizebeth (Betty) Gloekler. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers-in-law Fred Heid and Jeff Murrin. He is survived by his wife Susan, daughter, Catherine, sisters, Mary Kay (Ron) Hill and Ann Heid, sister-in-law Anita Prunty (Larry), and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was born in Pittsburgh then spent most of his life living in Beaver. He graduated from Beaver Area High School in 1978 and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Penn West University (formerly Clarion State College). Gerry began his career in sales before transitioning to banking. He spent the last 13 years of his professional life at First National Bank.
He was a dedicated member of his community. Gerry actively participated in various organizations over the years including, the Beaver Area Jaycees, the Rotary Club of Beaver, the Beaver Area Education Foundation, and more recently he served on the Board of Directors of the Beaver County Transit Authority. He was also a former student and instructor for the Dale Carnegie Course. He was an active member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish.
Friends will be received on Friday, September 20, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. in the Noll Funeral Home, 333 Third Street, Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, September 21, at 10:30 A.M. at Our Lady of the Valley Parish in Beaver. Interment will be at Beaver Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Saints Peter and Paul School Angel Fund or a charity of choice.
A special thank you goes to his family and friends who showed much love and support. Thanks also go out to Hillman Cancer Center of Pittsburgh, the Beaver satellite location and Good Samaritan Hospice.

Terry Marie (Dellone) Klutka (1948-2024)

Terry Marie (Dellone) Klutka, 75, of New Brighton, passed away on September 16th, 2024 at Heritage Valley-Beaver.

She was born on October 3, 1948, in Bolivaer, New York to the late Theodore Peter and Jeanne (Sexton) Dellone. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Klutka and a brother, Theodore Fredrick Dellone. She is survived by her children, Melinda (Gary) Rombold, Frank (Leslie) Klutka, and Nicholas Klutka; sisters, Cecelia Dellone, Patricia (Butch) Buehler, and Katie (Drew) Stroeber; grandchildren, Adam (Brianna) Rombold, Grant Rombold, Lily Klutka and her mother, Michelle Patterson, Haven Scott, Evangeline Klutka, and Adriana Klutka; a great-granddaughter, Ravenna; and two grand pups, Sadie and Scooter.

Terry loved more than anything, her family. She was an amazing mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, and wife. She helped everyone in any way that she could. Her favorite past times were all things Pittsburgh sports, especially the Penguins and Steelers. She also enjoyed gardening and antiquing.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, September 18th from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at the GABAUER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1133 Penn Avenue, New Brighton.

Terry will lie in state on Thursday, September 19 at 10:00 A.M. until time of service at 11:00 A.M. in the New Brighton Global Methodist Church, 1033 6th Avenue, New Brighton.

Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, New Brighton.

Center Township Supervisors approve land consolidation plan

Story by Sandy Giordnao – Beaver County Radio. Published September 17, 2024 2:00 P.M.

(Center Township, Pa) C.J. Betters asked Center Township to approve the consolidation of properties. One half of the land is located in Hopewell township on Woodlawn Road, and the other half on Constitution Boulevard in Center Township. A spokesperson for the township said the property may be used for future development on the riverfront. The supervisors next meeting is Monday, October 21, 2024 at 7pm.

Beaver County Sheriff’s Department hosting Safe Surrender Day

Story by Sandy Giordnao – Beaver County Radio. Published September 17, 2024 1:56 P.M.

(Rochester, Pa) A spokesman for the Beaver County Sheriff’s Department reported  Tuesday morning that the department is hosting Operation Safe Surrender Day at the BCTA hub in Rochester on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 from 10am to 6pm.

The spokesman says the goal is to have those individuals who qualify surrender and have their court cases rescheduled with the courts.
To determine if you have a warrant, contact the Beaver County Sheriff’s office  Warrants Division at 724-378-9063. You can also email  warrants@BeaverCountyPA.gov

Secretary of the Commonwealth Certifies Ballot for Nov. 5 General Election

Harrisburg, PA – Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt certified the official list of candidates for the Nov. 5 general election today after the Pennsylvania Supreme Court resolved all pending cases involving third-party candidates.

 

“Counties can now prepare their ballots to be printed, then begin sending mail ballots to voters who have requested one as soon as they are printed,” Schmidt said.

 

Now that the ballot is certified, the Department’s online candidate database reflects the official candidate list for all races.*

 

In addition, to help voters and the media track when each county has its ballots available, the Department created an online mail ballot availability page.

 

Once ballots are printed and available, registered Pennsylvania voters can go to their county election office, apply for a mail ballot, complete it, and submit it all in one visit until Oct. 29, which is the deadline to apply for a mail ballot.

 

Registered voters can also request a mail ballot online or via a paper application, which they can then mail in or drop off at their county election office.

 

Completed mail ballots must be returned to county election offices by 8 p.m. on Election Day. For more information about voting and elections in Pennsylvania, visit vote.pa.gov.

Deluzio Celebrates Federal Investment in Pittsburgh Conservation Corps

CARNEGIE, PA — Today, Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) announced that Pittsburgh Conservation Corps, also known as Landforce, has been selected as a Track I Project for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Community Change Grants. In a Western PA and Philadelphia partnership led by Landforce, the organization will receive $13.9 million to support their work to upcycle and commercialize materials from urban tree waste, all while training local workers.

“The Citizens Conservation Corps of the 1930s built up Western PA in a time of unique hardship. With its environmental conservation work, Landforce continues this proud tradition, creating opportunities for good work for our community,” said Congressman Deluzio. “I’m glad to see this federal investment in Landforce. Their work to restore and create our critical infrastructure builds up our region and our workforce in more ways than one.”

“This funding will create job training and employment opportunities for the people of Pittsburgh and Philadelphia while keeping urban wood waste out of landfills, produce lumber, and create biochar to clean soils in our communities,” said Ilyssa Manspeizer, Executive Director of Landforce. “We are deeply grateful to our elected leaders, including Representative Deluzio, who work so hard to bring life-changing federal funding opportunities to our region.”

Landforce is an employment and environmental social enterprise with a distinct focus on advancing economic and ecological growth in the region. Landforce offers workforce development and job training, and is focused on providing career pathways in land stewardship services and wood products sectors. Landforce works with a variety of public and private agencies to support traditionally hard to employ adults, such as people with limited income and education levels, people facing homelessness or reentry, and military veterans. This project focuses on converting fallen or arborist removed trees into lumber and biochar, thus keeping wood waste out of landfills, helping to detoxify soils, and retaining carbon in the woody material. Congressman Deluzio’s office recently joined a tree planting work session with Landforce.

The EPA’s Community Change Grants select applications to help disadvantaged communities take on environmental challenges through projects that reduce pollution, increase community climate resilience, and build community capacity. The Pittsburgh Conservation Corps was one of 17 recipients selected to receive this grant money. Applications for these awards are still open through November 21, 2024. The funding for these grants come from the Inflation Reduction Act that President Biden and Democrats in Congress passed in 2022.

Matzie: More than $700K secured to bolster Beaver County law enforcement, survivor programs

AMBRIDGE, Sept. 16 – New grants totaling nearly $720,000 will fund upgrades for the Center Township Police Department and expand supports and services for crime victims, state Rep. Rob Matzie announced today.

Matzie, D-Beaver, said some of the funding awarded through the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency will allow the Center Township Police Department to upgrade the department’s reporting system.

“Our officers work hard to protect the community, and departments can support that work by ensuring the best possible recordkeeping and reporting procedures,” Matzie said. “The new funding will allow the Center Township Police Department to upgrade its operations to comply with the National Incident-Based Reporting System, which is the national standard for crime data reporting that helps agencies better analyze, track, investigate and solve crimes.

“Additional funding will expand critical resources for survivors of domestic violence and other crimes.”

Matzie said the funding to Beaver County includes:

  • $485,802 to The Women’s Center of Beaver County for projects involving the STOP Violence Against Women Advocacy Project and the Victims of Crime Act.
  • $128,500 to Center Township for police department reporting upgrades.
  • $105,017 to the Beaver County Commissioners for Victims of Crime Act funding.

In addition, Beaver County will benefit from a $613,516 grant to Neighborhood Legal Services Association, which serves Allegheny, Beaver, Butler and Lawrence counties, and a $167,104 grant to A Child’s Place PA, which serves Allegheny, Beaver, Fayette, Washington and Westmoreland counties.