Reno Vincent Dioguardi, 97, of Beaver, passed away at his home on February 3rd, 2025. He was born on January 13th, 1928 in Newark, New Jersey, a son of the late Michael and Anna Miano Dioguardi. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Josephine Dioguardi and five brothers: Dr. Guido L., Henry, Carlo and Dr. Jerry and Anthony Dioguardi. He is survived by his wife of 76 ½ years, Antoinette Marie Caricchio Dioguardi, one daughter and son-in-law, Marianne and Fran Mantine of Beaver, one son and daughter-in-law John A. and Gina E. Dioguardi of Beaver, four grandchildren: Vincent John and his wife Christy Dioguardi of Brighton Township, Diane and Billy Hapach of Beaver, Dr. Laura Mantine and her husband Shawn Haywiser of Brighton Township and Michelle Johnson, Esq. and her husband Dr. Brian Johnson of Sewickley; eleven great-grandchildren, David, Michael, Hunter, John, Hayley, Mia, Sophia, Madeline, Henry Vincent, Joseph, and Olivia; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Reno was a self-employed business entrepreneur and former owner of Rome Monument and Rome Metals. He was a member of St. Cecilia Roman Catholic Church of Rochester. He was a United States Navy veteran during World War II. He graduated from Rochester High School in 1945 and then attended Garfield Business School in Beaver Falls. He was a member of the former Board of Directors of the old Rochester Hospital and on the Executive Board of Directors of the former Beaver Trust Company. He was a recipient of the Beaver County Foundation Benjamin Franklin Award for entrepreneurs. He was a wire saw patent achiever. Friends will be received Thursday, February 6th from 3-8 P.M. in the William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday at 10 A.M. at St. Cecilia Roman Catholic Church, 632 Virginia Avenue, Rochester. Entombment will follow in the family mausoleum in Beaver Cemetery. The family wishes memorial contributions to the Capuchin Province of St. Augustine, 220 37th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201 or McGuire Memorial, 2119 Mercer Road, New Brighton, PA 15066. The Vietnam Veterans will provide full military honors for their fallen comrade.

David George Dunkis, 89, of Moon Township, passed away on January 30th, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. David was born in McKeesport on March 24th, 1935. He was preceded in death by his mother Mary (Russin) Dunkis, his father Charles Dunkis and his daughter, Nancy Dunkis. He is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 33 years, Shirley (Nemec/Spragg) Dunkis, two sons, Jeff (Heather Havey) Spragg of Oakland, California, Greg (Tina) Spragg of Aliquippa, an only sister, Mary Anne Goodwin of Largo, Florida, a brother-in-law, Nick (Dee) Nemec of Robinson Township and several nieces and nephews, as well as many longtime friends with all of whom he shared and enjoyed life.

David was an Army veteran in the Color Guard during the time of the Korean War. He Graduated from Penn State University with a degree in Electrical Engineering, and he was a fraternity member of Delta Sigma Pi. He also graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BS in Business from the University of Pittsburgh. He worked in the position of Sales and Purchasing for Project Enterprises Inc., Wheeling Pittsburgh Steel, Cleveland Crane and Harbison Walker. He was an active member of St Stephen’s Anglican Church in Sewickley. He participated in Christian Leadership Concepts, Marriage Mentoring, Ushering, as well as several Bible Study groups.

David loved God, his family, his friends, golfing, traveling, and desserts. He expressed his artistic talents through painting, creating stained glass, and landscaping.

Family and friends will be received on Friday, February 7th, from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. in the Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Moon Township, 1522 Coraopolis Heights Road. A Celebration of Life funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 8th, at 10 A.M. at St Stephen’s Anglican Church, 405 Fredrick Avenue, Sewickley. Everyone is asked to please meet at the church. Memorial donations may be made to St. Stephen’s Anglican Church in the name of David Dunkis.

Christine (Aeschbacher) Umstead, 84, of Allison Park, formerly of Beaver Falls, passed away on February 1st, 2025.

She was born on August 19th, 1940, the daughter of the late Christ and Harriett Hogue Aeschbacher. In addition to her parents, Christine was preceded in death by her siblings: her three brothers Robert Aeschbacher, Christ Aeschbacher and Glenn Aeschbacher; as well as her five sisters, Lucille Traylor, Mary Jones, Evelyn Knott, Betty Aeschbacher, and Shirley Parkinson. She is survived by her husband of sixty-six years, Richard (Dick) Umstead, daughters Lori (Ronald) Heil of Gibsonia, Wendy (David) Pears of Lebanon, Tennessee, her grandchildren whom she dearly loved, Hannah Hawthorne and Caleb Hawthorne of Lebanon, Tennessee and her great-grandchildren who were the light of her life, Callie and August Hawthorne of Lebanon, Tennessee.

Christine grew up in Vanport and was a graduate of Beaver High School. After marrying the love of her life, Richard (Dick) Umstead on August 1st, 1958, they made their home in Rochester. When Richard was drafted and stationed in California, Chris followed, and they joyfully welcomed their first daughter. When they returned to Beaver County after Richard’s service, the lovebirds settled in and proudly completed their family with the birth of their second daughter. Chris and Richard called Beaver County home until moving to Allison Park in 2021. Christine was a wonderful wife, mother, and friend. She was an excellent home maker, making holidays and special occasions memorable with her gift of hospitality. She loved to cook and often made meals for others. She enjoyed cooking for church camp and wedding receptions, and always had a tasty dish to bring to a party. Christine loved to be on the water fishing. She routinely caught the most and biggest fish, including a record-breaking bass on Lake Arthur! She loved camping and would prepare weekly for camping trips which provided her family with many wonderful memories. Her sweet and loving presence will be missed by all who knew her.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, February 5th, from 1 p.m. until the time of service at 4 p.m. in the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street., Beaver. A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, February 6th, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. at Terrace Place, 9399 Babcock Boulevard in Allison Park, Pennsylvania. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

The family would like to thank Pinnacle Hospice, especially Barb, Anne, and Denise, who so beautifully cared for Christine. Additional thanks to the caregivers who tended to her around the clock: Meg, Courtney, Linda, Debbie, Sherry, Gemma and Tammy.

Tyrone “Ty” D. Freed, 59, of Wampum, passed away on January 31st, 2025, with his sister Lynn by his side following a brief battle with cancer.

He was born in Beaver Falls on January 24th, 1966, a son of the late Morris D. and Barbara A. (Golnik) Freed, Sr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, George A. Freed and his maternal and paternal grandparents. He is survived by a daughter, Courtney Uebelacker of Patterson Township, a son, Matthew Uebelacker of Patterson Township, three siblings, Morris D. (Sherri) Freed, Jr. of Orlando, Florida, Lynn (Jody) Fleener of Wampum, and Robert L. (Donna) Freed, Sr. of Ellwood City, and the mother of his children, Tammi Uebelacker, his nieces and nephews: Sandy Freed, Corey (Anna) Freed, Casey (Eric) Bolton, Robert James March III, Crystal (Jeremy) Tate, Ashley (Matthew) Bennett, Nick (Sarah) March, Robert Freed, Jr., Chris Freed, Mike Rambo and Jessica Freed; as well as his dog, Barkley.

Tyrone grew up attending the Nazarene Church, New Galilee and was a truck driver for many years. Tyrone spent his days embracing nature through hunting, fishing, and quad riding, always seeking adventure with a smile on his face. His love for camping with his family brought him peace and he loved animals. He will be deeply missed, but his memory will live on in the woods, on the trails, and in the hearts of all who knew him.

Family and friends will be received on Saturday, February 8th from 2 p.m. until the time of the memorial service at 4 p.m. in the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton. Pastor Thomas P. Bonomo will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001 or to the J & J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton, 15066.

A luncheon will follow at his sister Lynn’s home.

His family would like to thank the staff at Providence Healthcare and Rehab.   A special thank you to Monica for her kindness and guidance.  A thank you also goes out to the CNA’s on Floor 2-B, Ariel and Heidi for their care and compassion.

Otto Zuccaro, 87, of Hopewell Township, passed away after a brief battle with cancer on February 1st, 2025.
He was born in Logstown, Pennsylvania on April 1st, 1937, the son of the late Rocco and Soldia (Casoli) Zuccaro. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of fifty-nine years, Candice “Candy” (Smallwood) Zuccaro, a brother, William “Poochie” Zuccaro, his sister-in-law, Domenica Zuccaro and his cherished cat, Lucky. Otto is survived by four devoted daughters: Deana (Bobby) Trombini, Bobbi Lynn Zuccaro, Toni Ann Zuccaro and Paula Garvin (Jeff Kershner). They took wonderful care of their father during his illness. He is also survived by six grandchildren: Anthony Zuccaro (Katie McLennan), Rushel Shell III, (Kayla Stevenson) Dante Trombini (Thomas Casella), Mia Trombini (Declan Eaton), Darrian Zuccaro and Alison Shephard; five great grandchildren, Arionna, Amiyah and Prince Shell, Lorenzo Eaton and Quinn McLennan, a brother and sister-in-law, Daniel (Rose Marvich) Zuccaro, three sisters-in-law, Roanne (the late Richard) Fetkovich, Kathy (Richard) Ursitti and Terri (Mike) Pauvlinch. Otto will also be remembered by many special nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. In addition to his family and friends, Otto leaves behind a beloved dog Rocky and a granddog, Minkah.
Otto was a veteran of the United States Army. He retired from J&L Steelworks having worked in the Tin Mill and various other positions. Otto enjoyed casting a line in the water patiently waiting to snag a big fish. He was also known as an avid “do it yourselfer” when it came to fixing things however that didn’t always end well. Otto also liked spending time at the casino. His one line “zingers” gave us many laughs and he will be missed.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 5th from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home Inc., 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa.