Karen S. Potts, 58, of Brighton Township, passed away on August 27, 2024, surrounded by her loving family, following a hard-fought battle with multiple cancers.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Ruth Engelman, and her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Milton and Claire Potts.
She is survived by her loving husband of 40 years, James Potts, Sr., and her children, James Potts, Jr. and his fiancé, Melissa Reighard, Jason, Ramsey, Simon, and Vivian Potts. Brother, Charles (Charyl) Engelman, Jr., niece Brittany (Michael) Gathagan, and nephew Charles Engelman III, sisters-in-law, Nancy (Rich) Mineard, and Barbara Boyd, granddaughter, Addi B., and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins, special friends Mandy and Russ, Cammie and Jody, Susie and Dave, and Katie and Chris, and her two sweet boxers, Sadie and Shelby and her mean beagle, Samantha. Karen was richly blessed with so many more caring and loving friends, too many to mention all of their names.
Karen was a member of Four Mile Presbyterian Church.
A Celebration of Karen’s Life will be held Saturday, September 14, from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m., at Four Mile Presbyterian Church, 6078 Tuscarawas Road, Beaver, PA 15009. Fellowship will follow.
Professional arrangements have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Karen’s name to Four Mile Presbyterian Church, 6078 Tuscarawas Road, Beaver, PA 15009, donate blood to your local blood bank, or do a random act of kindness.
A special thank you to all the members of Karen’s oncology team at Allegheny Health Network.

Joseph John Smith, 60 of Raccoon Township, passed away unexpectedly on August 21, 2024 at his home.

He was born on February 11, 1964, the son of Rosemary Smith and the late Herbert Smith. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his uncle Gene Kohler.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his uncle and aunt, Art and Earlene Lantz, his 2 cats, and numerous friends.

Joe worked on the Response Team at the Shippingport Nuclear Plant for 16 years, and most recently he worked in the Parts Department at Crivelli Ford in Hopewell Township. He was a lifelong animal and nature lover.

Joe fought numerous health problems with strength and dignity. His mom wants the world to know he was the best son ever and brought her so much happiness. He will be forever loved and missed.

All services are private. Arrangements have been entrusted to Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Aliquippa.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Rd. Aliquippa, PA 15001.

Eugene H. Ruby, 82, of Rochester Township, passed away on August 29, 2024 in his home.  He was born in Rochester on November 18, 1941, the son of the late Roy and Julia Ruby. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a grandson Alex Ruby. He is survived by his wife, Rexine Ruby; two sons: Paul & Laura Ruby of Folsom, California, and Michael & Leanne Ruby of Beaver, sister Yvonne Bozek and 4 grandchildren, Anna (Ahmed), Sam, Dylan and Cassandra.

Eugene was a well-known and respected contractor and painter in the area.  He owned and operated Ruby’s Remodeling for many years. He was an extremely hard worker, and enjoyed bowling, playing pool, playing softball and being with his family.

All services are private. Arrangements have been entrusted to the branch of Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.

Mary Ann Dilworth, 92, formerly of Wilmington, Delaware passed away on August 31, 2024 at Allegheny Hospital in Pittsburgh after a brief illness. She was born in Berwick, Pennsylvania on May 29, 1932, a daughter of the late John Monroe Fairchild and Esther Emmalene Freas. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother William Fairchild, her sister Elsie Mitchell, her son Robert Emmett Dilworth III, and her grandson Kevin James Dilworth.

She is survived by her son, John (Julie) of Winslow, Arkansas, son William (Gaylene) of Moon Township, and daughter Judith Cantrell (Sean) of Bridgeville, Delaware, 3 grandchildren, Rita Dilworth, Robert Dilworth IV, Jacob (Evelyn) Dilworth, and 5 great-grandchildren.

Mary Ann married Robert Emmett Dilworth, Jr. on July 17, 1954 in Berwick, Pennsylvania.  They met while both were attending Bucknell University in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania.

She taught English in the Norristown, Pennsylvania and Claymont, Delaware schools and sponsored the Claymont High School yearbooks for several years. She was an enthusiastic volunteer with organizations, including Green Circle, NCCJ, Meals-On-Wheels, The Wellness Center, and many others. In recognition of her years of service, she received the Governor of Delaware’s Outstanding Volunteer Award.

She and her husband Bob were both Charter Members who also served on the Board of the Dickinson Theater Organ Society since its inception in 1969.

Services and arrangements have been entrusted to The Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Moon Township.