Charles Albert Flook, 86, of New Sewickley Township, passed away on March 13th, 2025 at his home.

He was born in Allegheny County’s Marshall Township. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sandra Coleman Flook, his parents, Luther and Margaret Flook, his four infant children, his grandson, Nicholas Todd Flook, his brothers, Luther and Robert Flook, his sister, Hazel Wesley, his mother-in-law, Betty Jean Coleman and his brother-in-law, James Ross.

He is survived by his two sons, Michael C. Flook and Todd A. Flook (Edward Hixenbaugh), his grandsons, Michael J. and Steven Flook, and his great-grandson, Soren Flook, a daughter in law Lenora  Gagliardi, his five siblings: James (Janice) Flook, Doris Ross, Thomas (Brenda) Flook, Shirley (Paul) Stieber and Margaret (James) Goodsite; along with his sister-in-law, Jenny Flook and brother-in-law, William Hightower.

Charles retired from Teledyne Standard in Rochester. After retirement, he continued to apply his skills at Veka Window Manufacturing in North Sewickley Township.

He served his country as a U.S. Army veteran stationed in Germany during the early 1960s.

He was also an avid car enthusiast. Charles’ passion for Ford Mustangs was more than a hobby; it was a part of who he was. He spent countless hours working on, talking about and driving his beloved cars. His enthusiasm for the classic American muscle car brought joy to his life and connected him with a community of fellow enthusiasts who shared his passion.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 18th from 2 – 6 pm at Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca. Interment will take place Wednesday at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park.

Minnie Johnson, 82, of Aliquippa, passed away on March 1st, 2025.
She was born in Montgomery, Alabama on May 4th, 1942, the daughter of the late Nina Lue Odom and James Tucker Johnson. She is survived by her loving son and daughter-in-law, and daughter, Jamel ( Elaine) Johnson and Nina Johnson, along with her cherished grandchildren, Ashlee, James and Maliya.
Minnie was a homemaker dedicated to her family. Minnie consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic. She was a receptionist at Blue Cross/Blue Shield and after leaving Pittsburgh, she worked as a telemarketer, did housekeeping work and assisted with school pictures at Shiftlet Picture Studio. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Anthony Mastrofransesco Funeral Home, Inc., 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa.

Robert “Bob” Harold Huston, 73, of Beaver Falls, passed away on March 13th, 2025 at his residence.

He was born in New Brighton on August 18th, 1951, the son of the late Paul R. and Lelah May (Hoschar) Huston.

Robert was a graduate of Beaver Falls High School. He went on to serve our country as a Marine. Robert also enjoyed golfing in his free time.

Interment with Military Honors will be on Monday, March 17th at 12 Noon at Grandview Cemetery of Beaver Falls.

The Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, was honored to care for Robert and his family during this time.

Robert Springer, 85, of Ohioville, formally of Monaca, passed away unexpectedly on March 13th, 2025. He was preceded in death by a brother, Jim. He is survived by his wife, Eleanor (Kenny) Springer. In April, they would have celebrated their 65 th wedding anniversary. He was the father of five children: Bob (Mary) Springer of Chippewa, the late Lori Lewis, Linda (Joe) Smith of Monaca, Carol (Dan) Onuska of Ohioville and Cathy (Greg) Altenbaugh of Ohioville.

He was an amazing and very special Pap to fifteen grandchildren: Jake, Josh (Amy) and Shane (Kim) Springer, Bethany and Kelly Lewis, Amanda (Nolan) Lambert, Tom (Marika) Smith, Katherine (Saleem) Salimi, Jim (Casey) Schrecengost, Danny Schrecengost, Angie (Der rick) Thomas, Donna Schrecengost, Tabitha Springer, Cody and Zach Altenbaugh. He is also survived by 16 great grandchildren and the seventeenth due any day: Makenzie, Sydney, Aiden, Josie, James, Michael, Elizabeth, Caleb, Brooklyn, Summer, Emerson, Elliott, Maxson, Karter, Henry and Ricky. He is also survived by two sisters, Bert Tinklepaugh and Pat (Don) Welsh.

Robert worked at J&L / LTV Steel for 42 years. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Rochester and a lifetime member of the Midland Sportsman’s Club.

He enjoyed spending time in the outdoors with his children and grandchildren, teaching and making many memories.

In lieu of flowers, friends and family may make a donation in Bob’s name to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation or the Parkinson’s Foundation.

Family will receive friends on Sunday, March 16th from 12 noon– 6 p.m. at Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, where services will be held on Monday, March 17th at 10:30 a.m.

Mary Ellen “Mim” Martin, 92, of Chippewa Township, passed away on March 11th, 2025.

She was born in New Castle on September 25th, 1932, a daughter of the late William and Evelyn (Gould) Kilch. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, LaVonne Doyle. She is survived by her loving husband of over 70 years, Fred Martin of Chippewa, a son and daughter-in-law, Tim Martin and his wife Laurie, her beloved nephews and niece: William Doyle, of Franklin, Pennsylvania, Dave Doyle of Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania, Ed Doyle, of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Richard Doyle, of Orlando, Florida, a niece, Chris Okrucky, of Warren, Ohio; as well as many great nieces and nephews.

Mary Ellen was known as a sharp dresser and savvy businesswoman with an engaging personality.

Mary Ellen was the founder and owner of “The Keeping Room” in Chippewa, an American Folk Art, Antique, and Country Craft business. She built the business from the ground up.  She worked tirelessly expanding her business which was a labor of love.  She loved reading and writing and was known to read a book in a day.

Her Christian faith was evident to anyone who knew her.

The family wishes to extend a special “Thank You” to the staff of Celebration Villa of Chippewa, as well as Graine Hospice for the loving care they provided Mary Ellen.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Beaver County Humane Society in Mary Ellen’s name.

In accordance with Mary Ellen’s wishes, she will be cremated and no services are being planned.

Inurnment will be in Beaver Cemetery.

The Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, was honored to provide care and guidance to the Martin family during this time.