Margaret Alice “Peg” (Platts) Porada, 86, of Robinson Township, passed away on November 27th, 2024 in Tapestry Senior Living of Moon Township. She was born in Pittsburgh on May 24th, 1938, the daughter of the late John & Katherine (Skiles) Platts.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband David Frank Porada, Sr., her son, Brian Keith Porada, a granddaughter, Ashlyn Porada and her sisters and brother, Joann Jeffries. John Platts, Jean Smith.

She is survived by her son, David Frank Porada Jr. (Kim) of Coraopolis, daughter, Beth Schogren (Tim) of Pittsburgh, seven Grandchildren: Cassady K. Adams, Maddy E. DeAngelis & Kristina R. Soltez, Timothy D. Jr. & Heather Schogren, daughter in law, Shelley Porada, Jacquelyn & Colson Porada, sister, Mary Monti, great grandkids, Ford DeAngelis, Rosie and Charlie Soltez, Blue, Emma and Anneli Schogren.

Margaret was a graduate of Langley High School.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, December 4th from 2-4 P.M. & 6-8 P.M. in the Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Moon Township, 1522 Coraopolis Heights Road, where a Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, December 5th at 10 A.M. Interment will Follow at Robinson Run Cemetery, McDonald.

In lieu of flowers, memorial; contributions can be made to:  The Missionary Fund, at the Allegheny Center Christian Missionary Alliance Church.

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Paul Farkas, 93, of West Mayfield, passed away on November 21, 2024. He was born on November 30th, 1930, a son of the late Louis and Rose Biro Farkas. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel (Eiler), grandson Jeffrey Paul, and siblings: Veronika Farkas, Louis Farkas, Rose Bovalino, Goldie Thomas, Gyorgy Farkas, Sylvia Zwieryznski, Margaret Nicgorski, Esther Barnes, Wilma Custer, and Sally Jo Nelson Patton.

Paul is survived by his sons: Paul Michael (Elaine) Farkas, Jeffrey (Carol) Farkas, Kevin (Rhonda) Farkas; cherished grandchildren: Benjamin, Scott, Ashlee (Tom) and Louis; brothers, Steven (Norma) Farkas and Frank (Wilma) Farkas, and his very special friend and companion, Dee Fox.

He was born in Darlington but raised in Beaver Falls. Paul graduated from Beaver Falls High School in 1948 and left for the U.S. Navy the very next day. He proudly served aboard the USS Coral Sea (CV43) as an Aviation Machinist’s Mate. After returning home, he married Hazel Eiler in 1952, the same year he was hired by the Babcock & Wilcox company and trained as a machinist. He retired from B&W as plant fire marshal after 38 years.

Paul was an active member of his community, first joining the West Mayfield Volunteer Fire Department in 1966 (former fire chief and life member) and then joining Council in 1972. He also served as mayor for 11 years. In total, Paul served in local government for 49 years, the longest serving elected official in West Mayfield’s history. Over the years he was a mentor and friend to many aspiring toward community service, something he believed in very strongly. He never lost faith in younger generations and encouraged people to get involved in making West Mayfield a nicer place to live and raise a family.

Many will remember Paul’s presence for decades at the Beaver County Maple Syrup Festival, where he loved to give tours and talk about handcrafting maple syrup. In his later years, he generously volunteered his time with his church’s charity programs, and he was a strong supporter of St. Jude’s Hospital. With over 50 years of Brotherhood, Paul was a 32nd degree Mason, Scottish Rite.

In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorial contributions be made in Paul’s name to St. Jude’s Hospital. A celebration of life ceremony will be held in West Mayfield Community Park during the summer of 2025.

Services and arrangements were entrusted to CORLESS-KUNSELMAN Funeral Services, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls.

James “Jim” M. Boffo, 81, of New Sewickley Township, passed away on November 29th, 2024, in Concordia at Villa St. Joseph, Baden.

He was born on December 30th, 1942, in Rochester, the son of the late Leon and Mary (Lewarchik) Boffo. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Thomas. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Diane (Benko) Boffo, a brother, Gary (Cherie) Boffo of Wellsville, Ohio, sister, Ellen Boffo of Durham, North Carolina, niece Whitney, nephew Maxfield and sister-in-law Wendy Boffo.

His mother taught him to be patient, courteous and kind. His father taught him to be curious and hardworking.

He and his father started Boffo Motors in New Brighton in the late 1950’s. Jim has run this specialty automotive shop ever since.

A talent for fabrication and performance car building led Jim to build his first SCCA race car when he was in his early twenties. This blossomed into a successful racing career with his Mini Cooper which led to numerous divisional championships and national accolades.

Jim was always happy when he was in the shop building, repairing and solving mechanical problems on the racing cars and sports cars for his many customers.

Together Jim and Diane enjoyed dancing to the oldies, growing beautiful flowers and petting the many special cats who found a home with them.

He also proudly served 6 years in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve attaining the rank of Sergeant.

Friends will be received Wednesday, December 4th, from 2 to 6 p.m. in the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton.  A celebration of life will follow at 6:30 p.m. in the funeral home with Jim Boyd officiating.

Private interment will be held in Lakewood Memorial Gardens, Cheswick, Pa.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Jim’s name to the PVGP Charities or to a pancreatic cancer charity of your choice

Nancy J. Schlotter, 82, of Beaver Falls, passed away on November 30th, 2024, at Cambridge Village.

She was born on January 15th, 1942, the daughter of the late Thomas and Julia Jerson Rocco.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Kevin Schlotter and two brothers, Thomas P. Rocco and Ralph Rocco. She is survived by her loving husband, Donald E. Schlotter, three children, Brian (Pauline) Schlotter, Eric Schlotter, and Donann (Tim) Hooley, brother, James (Elaine) Rocco, sister-in-law, Lucy Rocco, six grandchildren: Zachary Schlotter, Katelyn Schlotter, Austin Hooley, Justin Hooley, Jenna Hooley, and Lexi Hooley and her best friend, Patty Oswald.

She was the proud owner of Nancy Schlotter Florist for over 20 years. Aside from her flourishing career, Nancy was an avid bowler and enjoyed volunteering at St. Philomena Parish, which further showcased her selfless nature.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, December 4th from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. in the CORLESS-KUNSELMAN FUNERAL SERVICES, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday, December 5th at 10 A.M. at St. Monica Church, 116 Thorndale Drive, Beaver Falls.

Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Irene (Roginski) Stueber, 94, passed away on November 27th, 2024. Irene, a former resident of Harmony Township, had lived at Concordia of Wexford for the past six years.

She was born in Ambridge on March 13th, 1930, a daughter of the late Konstanty and Laura (Gogolinska) Roginski. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Otto W. Stueber, her brothers, Joe, Al, Edward, Henry, Walter, and Adam, as well as her sisters, Florence Woodruff and C. Lani Roginski.

She is survived by her children, Robert (Cheryl) Stueber of Endicott, New York, Laura (James) Essek of Harmony Township and Otto J. (Michelle) Stueber of Harmony Township. She was a loving grandmother to Kristen (Rob) Zambianchi of Lindenhurst, New York, Brian Essek of Pittsburgh, Matthew Stueber of Endicott, New York, and Nathan (Tamara) Stueber of Ambridge. She also cherished her great-grandchildren, Savannah Stueber, Kylie, Olivia, and Emmy Zambianchi, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Services and arrangements were entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the nurses, doctors, and staff at Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford for their compassionate care during Irene’s final days.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Good Samaritan Hospice House, Wexford.