Jeanne Marie Kabana, 68, of Crescent Township, passed away on December 6th, 2024 at her home following an extended illness. She was born in Rochester on June 8th, 1956, the daughter of the late George Kenneth and Viola R. Leopardi Hanne. She is survived by one daughter and son in law, Alyssa L. and Gabriel Strano of Crescent Township, one son and daughter in law, Christopher G. Kabana and his wife Rachel Weeks of Chicago, Illinois, four grandchildren, Lucas, Isaac, Elia Strano and Felicity Kabana of Chicago, two sisters and brothers in law, Kathy and Tom Fitzpatrick of Frederick, Maryland, and Christine and Bob Brook of Ohioville and one brother and sister in law, Michael and Kathy Hanne of Brighton Township.

Jeanne was a homemaker and housewife and was a member of St. Catherine’s Roman Catholic Church, where she had been a member of the church choir. She was also a former member of St. Cecilia Roman Catholic Church who loved her family.
Friends will be received Friday, December 13th, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. in the William Murphy Funeral Home Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester. A mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, December 14th, at 12:30 p.m. in St. Cecilia’s Roman Catholic Church, 632 Virginia Avenue, Rochester. Interment will follow at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park.

Michael Lee Maier, 44, of Koppel, passed away on December 5th, 2024 at his home. He was born in Brighton Township on March 21st, 1980, the son of Susan Aultz Maier of Beaver and the late Lanny L. Maier. In addition to his mother, Michael is survived by one son, Chance G. Maier, and his fiancé Holly Straw, of Koppel, one brother and sister-in-law, Jeffery S. and Amanda Maier, of New Waterford, Ohio, cousins, Nancy C. Bevan of New Brighton, Nancy R. Drodge of New Brighton and Thomas McLaughlin of Ohioville. Michael was the former owner of PC Elements in Rochester and a prior employee of UPMC. Michael’s wish was to be cremated. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester. The family wishes memorial contributions be made to the American Heart Association at 444 Liberty St. Suite, 1300 Pittsburgh, PA 15222 or the Beaver County Humane Society at 3394 Broadhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

Patricia A. Funkhouser, 73, of Zelienople, formerly of North Sewickley, passed away on December 6th, 2024, at Passavant Community of Zelienople. She was born in New Brighton on May 14th, 1951, the daughter of the late James S. and Ruth A. (Walser) Dripps. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, James L. Dripps and her father-in-law, Frederick C. Funkhouser.

She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Danny C. Funkhouser, her mother-in-law, Margaret L. (Peggy) Funkhouser of Passavant Community, her two children, a daughter and son-in-law, Heidi L. and Thomas L. Beeler of North Sewickley, a son and daughter-in-law, Heath L. And Catherine R. Funkhouser, of North Sewickley, five grandchildren: Joshua J. Davis (Alyssa), Taylor M. Wilkerson (Joshua), Amanda J. Funkhouser (Randy), Stephanie A. Funkhouser (Dustin), Ian J. Funkhouser; as well as ten great-grandchildren, her two sister-in -laws and their spouses, and multiple nieces, nephews and cousins.

Patricia loved her family with all her heart. She was a kind and gentle soul, always willing to lend a helping hand and always had a smile and a hug for anyone who wanted one. She loved baking and cooking, playing board games and doing crafts with her grandchildren, writing stories and drawing. No matter how she was feeling, her joy for life always shined through and kept pushing her. She will be missed by all who loved her.

Friends will be welcomed on Wednesday, December 11th, from 4 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 7 p.m., in the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 3rd Avenue, New Brighton, with Pastor Tony Cortez officiating.

Johnetta L. Francona, 67, of New Brighton, passed away unexpectedly on December 7th, 2024, at Heritage Valley Beaver. She was born in Beaver Falls on April 27th, 1957, a daughter of the late Evalina Michelangelo. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son JJ Kaszer and her brother Wesley R. Gordon, Jr. She is survived by her loving husband, John J. Francona, son, John J. Francona Jr., and his wife Susan, daughter, Denise Corzano and her husband Ramafrancesco, grandchildren: Justyn Francona, Jacob Francona, Hunter Macek and Jocelyn Macek; sister, Tina Pasteur Wooley and her husband Terry, brother-in-law, Louis Francona and his wife Jeanette, and very special friend, Jan Wolfe.

Johnetta enjoyed going to car cruises, taking car rides, and tending to her plants and flowers. She cherished spending time with her family more than anything, especially her beloved dog, Bailey.

Friends will be welcomed on Thursday, December 12th, from 4 p.m. until the time of the Blessing Service at 7 p.m., in the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 3rd Avenue, New Brighton.

Gary Alan Fye, 76, of Baden, passed away at home on December 6th, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was born on October 30th, 1948, a son of the late Gerald and Grace “Lucy” Fye. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Gordy, Jerry, and Glen Fye.

He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Diane (Rhodes) Fye, his children, Gary (Lauren) Fye II, Brandy (Richard) Bufalini, and Jason (Nancy) Fye, his siblings, Grace Fye, Gayle (Bill) Price, and George (Pat) Fye, his cherished grandchildren, “Little” Richie and Rocco Bufalini and Alyssa and Tanner Fye, as well as his special niece, Brenda Pucci, special nephew, Paul (Kim) Fye, and numerous other nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his beloved furry companion, Thumper.

A proud U.S. Army veteran, Gary served as an infantryman during the Vietnam War. He worked for the United States Postal Service for over 30 years. He was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan who had a deep appreciation for music and enjoyed vacations in the Caribbean. He also had a passion for sports cars.

Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Tuesday, December 10th, from 3-6 P.M. at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge. Gary will receive full military honors from the Beaver County Special Unit at 4 P.M. at the funeral home.

Margaret L. “Marge” Staub, 90, of Beaver, passed away on December 6th, 2024, in the comfort of her home.

She was born in Bridgewater on June 23rd, 1934, a daughter of the late Francis X. and Barbara C. (Pavlinich) Moravec. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert “Greek” Staub, a son-in-law, Thomas Anzio, and her siblings: Vincent (Janice) Moravec, Edward Moravec, Francis “Bunzo” Moravec, Frederick Moravec, Dorothy (James) Ross, and Mary (Carl) Lenhult.

She is survived by her seven loving daughters: Vicki Staub, Cindi Anzio, Patricia (Regis) McLaughlin, Shari Pfender, Teresa Owoc, Laura Staub, and Amelia (Michael) Schlack; fifteen grandchildren: Anna (Matthew) McGonigal, Evan (Megan) Anzio, Robert, Melissa, Patrick, and Meghan McLaughlin, Tyler, Brett, and Jesse Pfender, Matthew and Elizabeth Owoc, Ashley (Joseph) Patzuk, Justin and Allison Schlack, and Katelyn (Josh) Peabody-Young; six great-grandchildren: Brayden, Luke, Waylen, Molly, Joey, and Jack; siblings, Sister John “Tupy” Moravec and Eugene “Iggy” (Joyce) Moravec, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Margaret was a homemaker for her life and was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.  Her grandchildren were her pride and joy.  She was a wonderful cook and loved to garden. She also enjoyed taking the scenic routes south to the beach and visiting her sister in Savannah.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, December 11^th from 5-8 P.M. in the GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES (Branch), 340 Third Street, Beaver.

Departing prayers will be offered in the funeral home on Thursday, December 12^th at 9:30 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 A.M. at Saints Peter & Paul Church of Our Lady of the Valley Parish, 200 Third Street, Beaver. Fr. Howard Campbell will serve as celebrant.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Beaver Volunteer Fire Department, 165 Market Street, Beaver, PA 15009.