Sabrina White, 65, of Ambridge, passed away on September 6, 2024. She was born on November 27, 1959, the daughter of the late Gene and Esther Wills. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy White Sr., and her sister, Mary Wills-Taylor.

She is survived by her three children, Garland D. White, Leroy White Jr., and Samirra White, as well as her siblings, Gene Wills Jr. and Garland Wills, her cherished grandchildren: Theodore, Aliziah, Alayna, Lindin, Elijah, Gavin, Bella, Valon, Muhammed, Destiny, and King, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Sabrina was known to her family as an undisputed protector, provider, and grandmother. She was deeply committed to her church, The Lord of the Harvest, and was beloved for her vibrant, social personality that brightened everyone’s day. Her favorite colors were black and silver, and she was a loving and caring mother, sister, and grandmother.

Friends and family are invited to pay their respects on Monday, September 16, from 1:00 PM until the time of funeral service at 3:00 P.M. at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC., located at 547 8th Street, Ambridge.

Donna M. Sofranko, 74, passed away on September 10, 2024 after an extended illness.

She was born on June 3, 1950, the daughter of the late Andrew and Helen Harasin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Robert. She is survived by her loving husband, Tom, to whom she was married for 51 years. She is also survived by her two daughters, Dori (Dan) and Colleen (Jon), and three grandchildren who loved “Grammy” very much, Zachary, Levi, and Aurora. Donna was a graduate of Edinboro University and was a special education teacher for many years at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit.  She loved to shop, swim, and travel.  She was a terrific wife, mother, and grandmother.

All services will be private.

The GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, was honored to care for Donna and her family during this time.

James “Jim” Higgins, 91, of Beaver Falls, passed away on September 7, 2024.

He was born in Indianola, Pennsylvania on May 23, 1933, to George and Blanche Higgins. He was preceded in death by his wife of 38 years Jean. He is survived by his children Terri Kedzierski of Indianola, Scott Higgins of Peters Township, Jean’s daughter, Frances Lagana of Worcester, Massachusetts, grandchildren Jeffrey (Jodi) Kedzierski, Eve Kedzierski, Cole Kedzierski, Samantha (Liam) Halferty, Alexander Higgins, Mathew Higgins and great grandsons Owen and Niall.

He grew up in a loving family with his brother Bob. He graduated from Oakmont High School in 1951. A life-long educator, he earned his teaching degree from Slippery Rock College and his doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh. He began his teaching career at his Alma mater, Oakmont High School, where he also coached football and basketball. He continued his career in education in the North Hills School district where he served as superintendent until his retirement.

An avid sports fan, he was a Pirate season ticket holder for many years and never missed a Steelers game. He and his wife Jean shared a love of traveling and made many trips together to beautiful places around the world. When not traveling they enjoyed entertaining family and friends at their home in Beaver Falls. His kind and loving spirit will be missed by all the many lives he touched.

Friends and family will be received on Monday, September 23rd, from 2-4 and 6-8 at Oakmont Presbyterian Church, 415 Pennsylvania Avenue, (Fifth Street entrance) Oakmont. A celebration of life service will be followed by a luncheon at the church, on September 24th at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Salvation Army or Doctors Without Borders.