Joseph John Smith (1964-2024)

Joseph John Smith, 60 of Raccoon Township, passed away unexpectedly on August 21, 2024 at his home.

He was born on February 11, 1964, the son of Rosemary Smith and the late Herbert Smith. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his uncle Gene Kohler.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his uncle and aunt, Art and Earlene Lantz, his 2 cats, and numerous friends.

Joe worked on the Response Team at the Shippingport Nuclear Plant for 16 years, and most recently he worked in the Parts Department at Crivelli Ford in Hopewell Township. He was a lifelong animal and nature lover.

Joe fought numerous health problems with strength and dignity. His mom wants the world to know he was the best son ever and brought her so much happiness. He will be forever loved and missed.

All services are private. Arrangements have been entrusted to Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Aliquippa.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Rd. Aliquippa, PA 15001.

Eugune H. Ruby (1941-2024)

Eugene H. Ruby, 82, of Rochester Township, passed away on August 29, 2024 in his home.  He was born in Rochester on November 18, 1941, the son of the late Roy and Julia Ruby. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a grandson Alex Ruby. He is survived by his wife, Rexine Ruby; two sons: Paul & Laura Ruby of Folsom, California, and Michael & Leanne Ruby of Beaver, sister Yvonne Bozek and 4 grandchildren, Anna (Ahmed), Sam, Dylan and Cassandra.

Eugene was a well-known and respected contractor and painter in the area.  He owned and operated Ruby’s Remodeling for many years. He was an extremely hard worker, and enjoyed bowling, playing pool, playing softball and being with his family.

All services are private. Arrangements have been entrusted to the branch of Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.

Mary Ann Dilworth (1932-2024)

Mary Ann Dilworth, 92, formerly of Wilmington, Delaware passed away on August 31, 2024 at Allegheny Hospital in Pittsburgh after a brief illness. She was born in Berwick, Pennsylvania on May 29, 1932, a daughter of the late John Monroe Fairchild and Esther Emmalene Freas. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother William Fairchild, her sister Elsie Mitchell, her son Robert Emmett Dilworth III, and her grandson Kevin James Dilworth.

She is survived by her son, John (Julie) of Winslow, Arkansas, son William (Gaylene) of Moon Township, and daughter Judith Cantrell (Sean) of Bridgeville, Delaware, 3 grandchildren, Rita Dilworth, Robert Dilworth IV, Jacob (Evelyn) Dilworth, and 5 great-grandchildren.

Mary Ann married Robert Emmett Dilworth, Jr. on July 17, 1954 in Berwick, Pennsylvania.  They met while both were attending Bucknell University in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania.

She taught English in the Norristown, Pennsylvania and Claymont, Delaware schools and sponsored the Claymont High School yearbooks for several years. She was an enthusiastic volunteer with organizations, including Green Circle, NCCJ, Meals-On-Wheels, The Wellness Center, and many others. In recognition of her years of service, she received the Governor of Delaware’s Outstanding Volunteer Award.

She and her husband Bob were both Charter Members who also served on the Board of the Dickinson Theater Organ Society since its inception in 1969.

Services and arrangements have been entrusted to The Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Moon Township.

Hopewell police officer issues Labor Day safety statement

(Story by Sandy Giordano, Published on September 3, 2024, Published at 7:54 A.M.)

(Hopewell, PA) Hopewell Township Police Officer Brandon Fedorka has issued an enforcement to keep Beaver County safe on Labor Day. Fedorka confirms that the Beaver County Highway Safety Task Force will be placing checkpoints to check and see if people are sober to support Pennsylvania’s Impaired Driving Initiative. He has also confirmed that people must be responsible on the road concerning alcohol, as well as making sure people both have a designated driver and to wear their seatbelts, because it is the law, to reduce the case of an accident. 

“Driving in The Fast Lane” Debuts at 6:30 AM Tomorrow on 99.3 FM and WBVP

(Photo taken by Gary Miller shows Beaver County Radio General Manager co-hosting “The Beaver Morning Show” earlier this year)

(Brighton Twp., Pa.) Tuesday morning, September 3, 2024, at 6:30 AM an all new show titled “Driving in the Fast Lane with Frank Sparks” will debut.

The new show hosted by Beaver County Radio General Manager, Frank Sparks, will have a different spin compared to other morning talk shows. The show will be a townhall setting. Sparks will have topics to discuss with the listeners along with news, sports, weather and much more. Sparks said “The beauty of the show is that we may be talking a bout politics or sports and someone might call in and want to talk about a topic that is important to them in the community. We can shift and talk about that” “One thing I am proud of is even if you don’t agree with me or I don’t agree with you you will still have the opportunity to have your say.”

Sparks previously the hosted Teleforum before Eddy Crow from March of 2017 until June of 2020. He has served as Program Director starting in March of 2017 and has continued in that role since being promoted to station General Manager in December of 2022. Mostly recently he has been co-hosting “The Beaver Morning Show” with Scott Tady on 99.3 FM  and WBVP’s sister station “The Beaver” 95.7 FM and WMBA.

Scott Tady will continue hosting “The Beaver Morning Show”. He will now be solo  rom 7-10 AM Monday Thru Friday. There will be occasional special guests along with news at the bottom of each hour.

“Driving in the Fastlane” will air 6:30 to 9:00 AM Monday thru Friday. You can listen by tuning into 99.3 FM, 1230 WBVP, or online through our apps or our website beavercountyradio.com.

Paul A. Rosa, Jr. (Passed on August 28, 2024)

Paul A. Rosa, Jr., 85, of Center Township passed away at home surrounded by his family on August 28, 2024.

Paul was raised in Aliquippa and graduated from St. Veronica High School in Ambridge. In 1956, Paul embarked on his career at J & L Steel in Aliquippa. His strong sense of duty led him to serve his country in the U.S. Navy. Upon his honorable discharge, Paul returned to J & L Steel and eventually retired from U.S. Steel in 2003, after 45 years of dedicated service.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul A. Sr. and Gladys Rosa, his brother, John Leo Rosa, his sister, Mary Ellen Drew and his niece Sue Rosa. He is survived by seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and his sister, Kathryn (late Bill) Hetzer, remained an important part of his life, as did his many feline friends, who were a source of comfort and companionship.

He and his cherished wife, Carol L. Rosa, were united in marriage on June 11, 1960, at St. Titus Catholic Church in Aliquippa. Their union was blessed with six children: Karen A. Rosa, Patricia L. Rosa, Nancy L. Rosa (Gary Webster), Paul A. Rosa III (Beth), Sarah E. Baker, and Daniel L. Rosa (Christie). Born in the close-knit community of Brownsville, Fayette County, Pennsylvania, Paul’s life was one marked by dedication to his family, service to his country, and a love for the great outdoors.

An avid outdoorsman, Paul found solace in the tranquility of nature. He loved to fish and hunt, passions that he shared with fellow members of the Aliquippa Bucktail Sportsman Club. His commitment to the club was evident in his service as a director and his membership in the Midland Sportsman Club.

A memorial mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, September 3rd at 10 a.m. at St Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, Center Township where he was a member. Military honors will be provided by the Beaver County Special Unit following the mass.  Burial will take place on Thursday, Sept 5th at 1:30 pm at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville.

The family has suggested memorial contributions be made in Paul’s memory, if desired to the Beaver County Special Unit, c/o American Legion Post #580, 600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Monaca, PA, 15061.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca.

Robert F. Morlan II (1944-2024)

Robert F. Morlan II, 80, of Midland and formerly of Beaver Falls, passed away on August 26, 2024 at Lakeview Personal Care Home.

He was born on August 2, 1944, a son of the late James Arthur and Jennie A. (Gatewood) Morlan.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, James Morlan; two nephews, Robert L. Atkins Jr., Sherman L. Kirkland Jr., and a brother-in-law, Sherman L. Kirkland Sr. He is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Tiffany and Samuel Beauford of Rochester, two grandchildren, Robert C. Morlan and Marra A. Walker; one great-granddaughter; his former wife and friend, Carolyn Kloos of Beaver, brother, David Morlan; five sisters, Sandra (Robert) Atkins, Deborah Morlan, Betty Kirkland, Karen Collier, Ruth Rouse; his best friend, Don Riley; and a host of nieces and nephews.

He was a United States Army Vietnam Veteran stationed in Germany and a Railroad Engineer for 35 years for Conrail and later Norfolk Southern.

Friends and family will be received on Tuesday September 3 from 5 P.M. until the time of service at 6:30 P.M. in the CORLESS-KUNSELMAN FUNERAL HOME, 3801 Fourth Avenue, Beaver Falls, where full military honors will be held.

Interment will be private.

Darlene Lou Carberry (1951-2024)

Darlene Lou Carberry, 73, passed away in Clarion, Pennsylvania on August 26, 2024.

She was born on April 28, 1951, in Brookville, a daughter of the late Clayton and Enid (Strouse) Emerick.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James C. Carberry, and a sister, Marlene Brady.

Darlene is survived by her 3 children, Andrea Gerber, James C. Carberry, and Jeff Carberry; a brother, Don Emerick; ten grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren.

Services and arrangements were entrusted to the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls.

Indiana County teen has been found by state police

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published on September 2, 2024, Published at 7:20 A.M.)

(Burrell Township, PA) An Indiana County teen has now been found after he was missing since Thursday. Troopers have safely located 16-year-old Dyllan P. Ryan, who left his house in Burrell Township at 11 a.m. on Thursday. If you have an emergency like this situation in the future, please is call 911 or state police at 724-357-1998.

Labor Day destination info you should know

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published on September 2, 2024, Published at 6:28 A.M.) 

(Beaver County, PA) Today is Labor Day, and people are always hoping to get away for this holiday. According to AAA data, international travel over the upcoming Labor Day weekend is 11% higher than the same time last year. Europe is a popular destination with 80% of international destinations being European cities. Some of the United States spots to travel include Seattle, Boston, Orlando, New York, Las Vegas, and Anchorage, Alaska.