Brenda Sue Cuspard, 73, of New Brighton passed away on November 22nd, 2024, at UPMC Jameson of New Castle.

She was born in New Brighton on September 7th, 1951, a daughter of the late Reynold and Mary Ann (LeRoy) Pasquale. In addition to her parents, she was preceded by her husband Lani Ray (Lee) Cuspard and three brothers, Brian, Bruce, and Bradley Pasquale. She is survived by her sons, Dan Rankin and Tony (Angie) Rankin, grandchildren, Vincent Rankin, Raelee Rankin and Mikel McCormick, sisters Bonita Pasquale and Bethann (Darrell) Pasquale-Webb.

Brenda was a wife, mother, sister and grandmother and was known for her fun-loving shenanigans with her family and friends. Brenda enjoyed traveling to Florida and spending time with her son and grandchildren.

The family has opted for a private memorial amongst themselves to celebrate the life of Brenda Sue Cuspard. Arrangements have been entrusted to the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton.

Rose Marie Coulter, 87, passed away on November 22nd, 2024. She was born in Center Township, the daughter of the late Fred and June Rambo. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur “Skip” Coulter. She is survived by her children, Debra Costello, Doug Coulter, and Holly Del Duca, sons-in-law, Mike Costello and Mike Del Duca, daughter in law, Michele Coulter, grandchildren, Stephanie Bohon, Tyler and Alec Coulter, and Madison and Michael Del Duca, sisters, Marylou Carpenter, Darlene Thomas, and Janet Zawislak, as well as many nieces and nephews. 

Rose Marie lived her life in Center Township as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Her life was defined by faith, family, and hard work. She was known as an excellent cook, a generous gift giver, and a dedicated provider to her family. She was funny, disciplined and always ready to share her wisdom with those that she loved. She later moved to Vanport Township where she lived the remaining years of her life. 

Rose Marie worked at Valvoline Oil, Hydril Company, Nova Chemical and Walmart. During her time at Walmart, she was known as a favorite checker by many. Through the years and even in her last days, she was recognized from the time she spent at Walmart. Her final retirement was from Walmart in October of 2016. 

The family extends a special thank you to the Critical Care Unit and the Med/Surgery Level 1 nurses, doctors, and staff at Heritage Valley Hospital Brighton Township. The care provided to her in her final days was carried out with loving kindness, respect and compassion. 

Friends and family will be received on Friday, November 29th from 11 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 1 p.m. at Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca. Interment following at Beaver Cemetery- Buffalo Street, Beaver PA. 

To share online condolences, and get directions, please visit www.simpsonfuneralhome.com. 

Joy Lynn Schweitzer, 43, of Center Township, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on November 20th, 2024. She was born in North Hills, the daughter of Margaret and the late David Schweitzer. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, David and Barbara Schweitzer, sister and brother-in-law Shannon and Tim Sullivan, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Scott and Kristy Sullivan, nieces and nephews: Kaitlyn Sullivan, Bryce Sullivan, Sean Sullivan, David Schweitzer, JoAnn Schweitzer, Matt and August Schweitzer, Stephanie and Melissa Cogis: great nephews Gabe, Wyatt, Hunter, Logan and Kaden, as well as numerous aunts and cousins. 

Joy was a caring and loving person to all who knew and loved her. She was always willing to help anyone in need at any time. She loved her nieces and nephews as her own children and never missed an opportunity to attend their sporting events, school activities, graduations and weddings. She was always there for them to comfort, listen, and to guide them through life. She was always the fun aunt. She loved and cherished her many friends and loved hanging out with them and going on vacations with them. For the last 43 years, she has been a blessing to her family as a wonderful daughter, sister and aunt. She had the sweetest soul and was a great friend to so many, especially to her best friend Becky Chop and Julie Smega. Joy’s kindness, infectious laugh and big heart led her to be loved by all who knew her and will be forever missed. 

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 26th from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca. A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, November 27th at 11 a.m. at Monacrest Free Methodist Church, 995 Elmira Street, Monaca. 

Oswaldo “Ozzie” Scassa, 92, passed away on November 19th, 2024. 

He was born in Poggio d’ Roio, Provencia of L’Aquila, Italy to the late Domenic and Maria (Equizi) Scassa, In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Assunta Italia Scassa of Poggio d’ Roio, Provencia of L’Aquila, Italy, a brother and sister-in-law, John and Philomena Scassa of Monaca, and niece, Mary Bozic, also of Monaca. He is survived by two sisters, Mary Jane (Martin) Fischer of Peoria, Arizona and Dora Linda Calkins of Lewistown, Pennsylvania and loving nieces and nephews: Carol (Michael) Decanini, Domenic (Shelly) Scassa, Valarie (John) Ammerman, Debi (Bob) Bird, Blair (Kate) Ward, Richard (Carrie) Calkins III, John Domenic(Elise) Calkins, Christina (Mark) Mazur. 

Oswaldo moved to Monaca in 1936 and was a Monaca High School graduate. After being drafted by the US Army, Ozzie served during the Korean conflict as a Sergeant and served duty at Spandau Prison. As a metal worker and craftsman, he worked in Shippingport, at the Beaver Valley Nuclear Generating station. He was also employed by Local 712 of the I.B.E.W, and had many professions including iron worker, cement finisher, welder, and electrician. 

Oswaldo loved to travel and had varied interests including woodworking and car collecting. He was known as a sharp dresser who loved to fix things and was always willing to help a friend or family in need. An example of his metal work and willingness to help is demonstrated in the project he undertook for the commemoration of the first Mass said in the then new Beaver County in 1749. He also created a crucifix and altar candlesticks for the interfaith and the bicentennial mass said on June 13th, 1976, for a crowd estimated as high as 40,000 people. 

A special thank you goes to the kind and caring staff of Apple Blossom Senior Living and Gallagher Hospice. A special thank you also goes to Fr. Frank Kurimsky, Pastor of Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish. Please include Fr. Frank in your prayers as well as his Church. 

In accordance with Oswaldo’s wishes, funeral arrangements will be private. Services were entrusted to Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca. 

Mary Ruth (Cooke) Metcalf, 87, of Bridgewater Borough, passed away on November 18th, 2024, at Good Samaritan Hospice House of Wexford. 

She was born in Rochester on March 24th, 1937, the daughter of the late Allison Mae Best. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas E. Metcalf. She is survived by her children, Susan (Dennis) Bevington and Thomas (Cindy) Metcalf, grandchildren, Jacob (Crissy) Bevington, Samuel Bevington, Benjamin (Regina) Bevington, and Jeff Tracy; great-grandchildren: Sarah Bevington, Joshua Murphy, Chad Murphy, Lydia Casper, and Cassie Casper; her best friend, Jean Cornell and numerous other relatives and friends. 

Mary Ruth was a graduate of Rochester High School and had worked for Kaufmann’s Department Stores.  Most notably, Mary Ruth was a devoted mother and homemaker.  She was a past member of the Bridgewater United Methodist Church and had also volunteered her time at the Bridgewater Elementary School. 

Services were entrusted to the GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES (Branch) of Beaver. Arrangements have been entrusted to the branch of Gabauer Funeral Homes.

Private interment will be in Beaver Cemetery. 

Mary Ruth’s family wishes to extend a heartfelt “Thank You” to the staff of Good Samaritan Hospice House for their care and compassion shown during her stay. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to UPMC Children’s Hospital, or the Salvation Army.