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Marian Jankiewicz, 93, passed away peacefully on September 4th, 2025, just shy of her 94th birthday. Marian was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was born in Ambridge on September 23rd, 1931 and had been a resident of Leetsdale since 1955. For the past three years, she lived with her son, Anthony, and his wife, Sherree, in Circleville, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Antoni, her parents, Frank and Mary Bosanac and her siblings, Frank (Barbara) Bosanac, Shirley (Mike) Vranic, and Jean Bosanac. She is survived by her brothers, Chuck (Pat) Koman of New Jersey and Tom (Elaine) Koman of New York. She is also survived by four children who will treasure her memory: Sandy (Steve) Martin of New Oxford, Pennsylvania, Anthony (Sherree) Jankiewicz of Circleville, Ohio, Gary Jankiewicz of Pittsburgh and Beth (Silas) Plybon of Roanoke, Viriginia. Her memory will also be cherished by her grandchildren: Caitlin (Spencer) Marker, Michael Jankiewicz, Alyssa (Fred) Pape, Lindsey (Eric Budge) Jankiewicz, Nicolas Plybon, Joe, Zachary, and Jordan Brzycki and Tara (Ian) Butcher. She was also blessed with seven great-grandchildren who survive her: Lillian, William, Evelyn, Elyse, Cassidy, Emerson, and Juda.

Marian attended Ambridge High School and went on to earn her nursing degree from Beaver County Community College. She dedicated 20 years of compassionate service to patients at Sewickley Valley Hospital. She was a woman of deep faith who was an active member of Good Samaritan Church of Ambridge (now Saint Luke the Evangelist Parish) and the Christian Mothers Ladies Guild. Her greatest joy was her family, whom she guided with extraordinary strength, unconditional love, and a nurturing spirit.

Friends will be received on Saturday, September 13th, from 9-10 A.M., in the John Syka Funeral Home Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, who was in charge of her arrangements, and from where a rosary and prayers will be led by the Christian Mothers.  A Mass of Christian Burial will follow on September 13th at 10:30 A.M. in Good Samaritan Church – St. Luke the Evangelist Parish. Interment will follow in Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery, 1691 Ridge Road, Extension #1601, Ambridge.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Saint Luke the Evangelist Parish, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge, PA 15003.

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Gregory Jula, 64, of Ambridge, passed away on August 25th, 2025. He was born on April 5th, 1961 and was preceded in death by his stepfather, Michael Connelly and his sister, Christine Jula. He is survived by his mother, Mary Ann Connolly, his brother, Michael “Micky” Connolly, his uncles, Gene and Shawn Gerace, as well as his special friends, Mike and Val Fitzpatrick and Mark and Dana Pazzanita.

Gregory was a proud graduate of Ambridge High School with their Class of 1979. He was a three-year letterman and team captain in football. He continued his love of the sport by playing at Slippery Rock University. After earning his degree from Connelly Trade School, he built a career as a mason. He also honorably served his country in the United States Army. He will be deeply loved and greatly missed by all who knew him.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to Cedar Hill Healthcare and Rehab and to AHN Cancer Center in Monaca for the compassionate care they provided. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, September 20th, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Gametime Sports Bar and Grill, 1101 Merchant Street, Ambridge. Services and arrangements have been entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge.

Julius Roosevelt Torcasso, 86, of Industry, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away on September 2nd, 2025 peacefully at home.

He was born in Industry on July 11th, 1939, a son of the late Domenick and Vincenza (Varvaro) Torcasso. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Fiorina Brookley, and three brothers, Raymond, Richard and Riale Torcasso. He married his wife, Marilynn (Hagerty) Torcasso, on Saturday, June 16, 1962, sharing over 63 years of marriage.

Julius was a man who always put his family first and is survived by many who will cherish his memory along with his wife: his three sons and daughters-in-law, Jim and Mary Torcasso of Industry, Mike and Amy Torcasso of Raleigh, North Carolina, Bill and Kim Torcasso of Garner, North Carolina, his grandchildren: Matthew and wife, Rachel Torcasso, Rebekah Torcasso Sanchez and husband, Elliot Torcasso Sanchez and Noah Torcasso: along with his his great-grandchildren: Daniel, Jacob, Caleb and Joshua Torcasso; as well as his niece and her husband, Teresa (Terri) and Robert Burbidge.

Julius was a skilled and talented carpenter, gardener and auto enthusiast. He enjoyed fishing, camping, and traveling with his family, and close friends, Joseph Aquino and Louis Steele.

In 2003, he retired from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation after 43 years of Service. Julius served 6 years in the Army until he was honorably discharged in 1965. After Julius and his brother Riale both returned from their time in the service, they started the business, Torcasso Brothers Building and Remodeling, in Industry, PA. In 1995, Julius’s son, Michael, reopened the business for an additional 25 years in North Carolina.

He will be remembered for his dedication to his family, quiet loyalty, and commitment to living with integrity, reason and practicality.

A Celebration of Life Service for Julius will be held on Saturday, September 13th from 1 P.M. until the time of service at 4 P.M. in the Schwerha-Noll Funeral Home, 629 Midland Avenue, Midland, who was in charge of his arrangments.

Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

Anthony R. Morrell, 45, of Baden, passed away on September 5th, 2025, at Heritage Valley Health System, Sewickley Campus.

He was born in Beaver on May 28, 1980, the son of Richard (Carol) Morrell and Linda (Micucci) Swartzwelder. In addition to his parents and stepparents, he is survived by his loving wife of 5 years, Deborah “Debbie” (Goughnour) Morrell, his children: Richard Morrell, Mackenzie Morrell, Anthony Thanos Morrell, and Cruz Thor Morrell; as well as his stepchildren, Ariel Goughnour and Trinity Goughnour, a sister, Suzanne Morrell, and numerous extended family members and friends.

Anthony worked as a bar manager for many years and was a member of the New Brighton Eagle’s Club as well as the New Brighton Sons of the American Legion.  He was currently working towards being a tattoo artist. In his free time, he enjoyed gardening in his backyard, riding mini bikes, stickering his cars, and spending time with his children.

A Celebration of Anthony’s life will be held on Saturday, September 13^th from 3-5 P.M. at the New Brighton Eagle’s Club, 900 8^th Avenue, New Brighton.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family, C/O Gabauer Family Funeral Homes, 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.

The GABAUER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1133 Penn Avenue, New Brighton, was in charge of his arrangements and was honored to provide care and guidance to Anthony’s family during this time.

Helen (Vuckovich) Cubra, 96, of Midland passed away peacefully at home on September 5th, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 15th, 1929, a daughter of the late Milan and Helen Lovorja Vuckovich. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Nick, Pete, Brownie and Mike; along with her sisters: Rosie Vuckovich, Cinny Vanfosson, Mutzie Stepanovich, Zecky Langone, Cucie Bulet; as well as her niece, Sally Brooks and her nephews, Michael Vuckovich and Nick Vuckovich, Jr. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Helen was a faithful member of St. George Serbian Orthodox Church of Midland. She was also a Member of The Circle of Serbian Sisters and the Midland Serbian Club. She was also a graduate of Midland High School who worked for Smalls Cleaners, Lincoln Learning Solutions and the Midland Serbian Club.
Known to all, Aunt Honey loved to read, do word searches, listen to Serbian music and watch her favorite tv shows but her favorite thing to do was clean, iron everything in sight, and care for her home. She took great pride in that and it showed by all who would enter her home.
Aunt Honey will be sadly missed by her family and friends.
The family would like to thank Jackie Forrester who cared for Aunt Honey, made her laugh, loved and supported her and became our family. Words cannot express the appreciation we have for you. Love you always. We would also like to thank Jess, Jenna, Renee and Chaplin Thomas from Good Samaritan Hospice for providing Aunt Honey with care and compassion.
Friends will be received on Monday September 8th from 4-7pm in the Schwerha-Noll Funeral Home, 629 Midland Avenue, Midland, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where a pomen service will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, September 8th. A funeral service for Helen will also be held on Tuesday, September 9th at 11 a.m. at St. George Serbian Orthodox Church, 30 10th Street, Midland by Fr. Dejan Barac of Midland followed by entombment at the Beaver Cemetery Mausoleum.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be shared in Helen’s name to the Carnegie Free Library in Midland, St. Geroge Serbian Orthodox Church, 30 10th Street, Midland, PA 15059 or The Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Broadhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.