Mary ‘Susie’ Susan Dillinger, 66, of Beaver Falls, Pa. passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on April 23, 2024. She was born November 26, 1957 in Beaver Falls to the late Sonia ‘Sunny’ and Wilson ‘Bud’ Ferguson.

Susie married Glenn Russell Dillinger Sr. on March 4, 1975. They had been married 48 years at the time of Glenn’s passing in 2023.

Susie was a homemaker, proud wife, mother, grandmother, and “Aunt Susie” to many. She loved spending time with her family, especially watching her grandchildren grow. Susie worked at the Beaver County Times, as a cashier at Rite Aid, and was a bartender at Hollywood Gardens. Susie was known as the community hair stylist, often cutting hair at her dining room table.

Susie was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Russell Dillinger Sr., and parents Sunny and Bud Ferguson. She is survived by her son Glenn Dillinger Jr. (Cassie); daughters Samantha Boyles (Jay), and Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Dillinger; grandchildren, Lucy, Ethan, Lydia, Dylan, Leeam, and Evelyn; siblings Wilson ‘Donnie’ (Barbara) Ferguson, Phillip ‘Jynx’ Ferguson, David ‘Bud’ (Maggie) Ferguson, Margie (Dennis) Dugan; and best friends Wanda Fuhr, Tara Woodrome, and Margaret Johanningmeier.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by brothers William Grossman and Steven Beal, as well as sisters Margaret ‘Peggy’ Hodge and Roberta Ferguson.

Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Celebration of Susie’s life on Friday, April 26 at St. John-Wayman A.M.E. Church, 715 Mulberry Street, Bridgewater, PA, 15009. Receiving hours will begin at 4:00pm. All guests are welcome to be present and share memories at the memorial service, immediately following at 6:00pm. The GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES (Branch) was honored to provide care and guidance to Susie’s family during this time.

Edward Joseph Hum, 99, of New Brighton, PA, passed away on April 19, 2024, surrounded by family in Ft. Worth, Texas. He was born in New Brighton, PA, and served his country in the Army during World War II.

Edward was intelligent, open minded, and funny. He served his country, community, church, and his family. When he spoke you listened, learned, and could see the world through a different lens. His opinions on religion, politics, and civil rights may have ruffled some feathers from time to time, but mostly because you knew he was right. His legacy of generosity, humbleness, and loyalty will live on through his children, his grandchildren, and his great grandchildren. He will be sorely missed here on Earth, but his family understands that Heaven needed a good baritone.

An accountant at J&L Steel, Edward also enjoyed writing letters to the editor of the local newspaper and watching Rachel Maddow every night at 9. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church and the former New Brighton United Methodist Church. Edward’s hobbies included reading, walking, spending time at the American Legion Post 19 calling the bingo numbers and counting the till with Livio long after his eye sight started to fail, and singing in the church choir as well as the S.P.E.B.S.Q.S.A. and his quartet, the Lame Ducks.

Edward is survived by his sons, Edward Hum and Norman Hum (Mara), grandchildren Erin Soltis (Spencer), Norman Hum (Nicole), Emily Robinson (Zak), Jacob Hartman, Cori Hartman, and great-grandchildren Peyton, Jaxson, Avery, Archer, and Cynthia.

He was preceded in death by his wife Cynthia Ellen, parents, Archie and Pearl Hum, and siblings Elmer Hum and Margaret Ripper (Paul).

Friends will be welcomed Friday, from 4-7pm, in the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 3rd Ave New Brighton, and Saturday from 10am until the time of service at 11am, in the New Brighton Methodist Church, 1033 6th Ave, New Brighton, with Pastor Gary Hilton officiating.

Members of the VVA #862 will provide military honors following the service.

Private interment will be held at Grove Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made in Ed’s name to the New Brighton Legion, Post #19.

He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Robert F. Jacob, 80, of Conway, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday April 21, 2024. He was the son of the late Francis and Helen Jacob. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Arleen Hodson. Surviving is his wife of 50 years, Betty Jo Jacob, children, Robert (Sarah Joy) Jacob, Betsy (Brian) Hollis, Timothy (Katie) Jacob, Jonathan (Elizabeth) Jacob, David (Shelby) Jacob, siblings, James Jacob, Lawrence Jacob, Joseph Jacob, 15 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, numerous nieces and nephews. Robert served his country proudly in the United States Navy. The Lord found him and he was ordained in 1974. Robert ministered various churches all over the country and had a passion for preaching the word of God. Friends will be received on Sunday, May 5, 2024, from 2-5 PM in the Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC., 547 8th Street, Ambridge, 724-266-2549. Additional visitation will be held on Monday, May 6, 2024, from 9:00 AM until time of funeral service at 10:00 AM at Sewickley-Lighthouse Baptist Church, 301 Beaver Street, Sewickley officiated by Pastor Rich Gelfand. Burial will follow at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. In leu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Sewickley-Lighthouse Baptist Church.

“Born a wicked sinner on February 10, 1944, and died a saved blood washed born again sinner on April 21, 2024.”

Fred Polesky Sr., 92, died peacefully at the Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford, PA on Sunday, April 21st, 2024. He was born on January 25, 1932, in the coal mining community of Bentleyville, PA, where he grew up on a small family farm with Polish immigrant parents and graduated from Bentworth High School. He continued his education at what was then Shippensburg State Teachers College, and later earned a master’s degree in education from the University of Pittsburgh. His teaching career began in 1955 in Coraopolis, PA, where he soon transitioned to working in Special Education within the Allegheny County Intermediate Unit. His remarkable 35-year tenure impacted the lives of so many special needs children and their families, in part thanks to his tall stature and commanding presence.

Fred also had a dual career as a small business owner. In 1957, he established the Polesky Insurance Agency out of his home in Moon Township, proudly representing Erie Insurance. His sales ability, starting from childhood experiences hawking his mother’s farm products to neighbors, allowed the insurance agency to grow rapidly. With the assistance of his wife and agent, Lucille Polesky, the agency moved from the basement office space to become The Polesky Agency, Inc., employing many over the years. Later, his son, F. Paul Polesky Jr., became a partner and now the agency owner.

Fred’s competitive spirit extended beyond insurance. His love for negotiating, buying, selling, and making deals served him well throughout his life. His gregarious, boisterous, booming voice, and “larger than life” personality, combined with a genuine concern for people he met, made him a natural teacher, counselor, and advisor. Whether sharing engaging stories or participating in teacher buddy activities, Fred also used his sales talents to promote educational organizations and contribute to local fundraising efforts associated with both his employer and his children’s schools. Fred took special attention and pride in the education milestones of his children and grandchildren. Over the years, he sponsored many exchange students to live in his home.

Fred’s lifelong passion for fishing led to friendships with a diverse group of individuals. From customers to coal miners to surgeons, anyone who shared an interest in fishing would be convinced to follow his leadership on elaborately planned fishing excursions. These adventures took them to various destinations, from local lakes to Atlantic coast marinas, Great Lakes charters, remote Canadian lodges, and wilderness Alaskan fishing locals.

Fred was a devout Roman Catholic and a member of The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish (St. Margaret Mary) in Moon Township. Of course, as a former defensive lineman in high school football and a local Yinzer, he was a devoted and enthusiastic fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Together with his wife, Lucille, and fellow traveling friends, Fred enjoyed the personally enriching experience of world travel. His outgoing and adventurous spirit was generously shared with whoever would listen to his travel tales – and he would tell of having visited some 37 countries around the world.

Friends will be received on Friday April 26 from 2-4 & 6-8 PM in The Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Moon Twp. (1522 Coraopolis Hts. Rd.) Where a closing prayer will be said on Saturday at 9:30 AM. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10 AM in St Margaret Mary Church, Moon Twp. Committal will follow at Resurrection Cemetery, Moon Twp.

Albert “Toby” Wade, 82, formerly of Darlington, currently of Wampum passed away Monday, April 22, 2024.
Toby was born on August 9, 1941 in Waynesburg, PA to the late Curtis and Marjorie (Tedrow) Wade. He was a veteran of the United States Marines having served from 1960 to 1966. He was a Laborer for Local Union #833 for 34 years. Toby was a member of the West Mayfield Vets. He loved riding his motorcycle “Moon Beam” and was an avid Steelers fan.
Surviving are his two daughters, Christine (Chuck) Harlan, New Castle and Michelle McCall, Phoenix, AZ; four grandchildren, Rachelle (Ricky) Jones, Wesley, Taylor and Hannah McCall; two great-grandchildren, Kendall and Karter Jones; three brothers Jack (Nancy) Wade, Beaver Falls, Jerry (Laura) Wade, Darlington and Gene Wade, Beaver Falls and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant sister, Rosa and a sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy (Michael) Sturm.
A Military graveside service was held at Grandview Cemetery, Big Beaver Boro on Friday, April 26 th at 11:00 am by the Vietnam Veterans of America.