Thomas Buksa, 80, of Darlington, passed away on September 4th, 2026.
He was born in Pittsburgh on August 5th, 1946, the son of the late George and Sarah Buksa.
In accordance with Thomas’ family’s wishes, all services were private.
Professional services and arrangements were entrusted to the CORLESS-KUNSELMAN FUNERAL SERVICES, LLC 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls.
You can leave your memories and upload photos of Thomas on his memorial page by clicking here.
Rick J. Hinzman, 66, of Chippewa Township, passed away at his home on September 8th, 2026.
He was born in New Brighton on March 16th, 1960, a son of the late Matthew Hinzman and Elizabeth Hinzman Yova.
Rick was a hardworking man who truly enjoyed working and took great pride in what he did. He was employed by Ellwood City Forge for 13 years, where he formed many lasting friendships with his coworkers. He was also an avid sports fan, and he especially loved his Pittsburgh sports teams.
He is survived by his siblings, Joyce (Don) McCutcheon of Beaver Falls and their children, Bruce Campbell Jr. and Nicole (Anthony) Pieri and their children, Kayli and Tony and Chuck (Joy) Hinzman of Florida and their children, Haley and Mia and his grandchildren, Luke, Jaxson and Zane, as well as his lifelong friends, Paul and Michelle Avery.
In accordance with Rick’s wishes, all services will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Rick’s name to the Beaver County Humane Society. Donations may be made online, https://beavercountyhumanesociety.org/online-donation/or by mailing a check to Beaver County Humane Society ATTN Development Office, 3394 Brodhead Road Center Township, PA 15001.
Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, was honored to care for Rick and his family during this difficult time and was the funeral home that was in charge of his arrangements.
Betty J. Jenkins, 97, of Brighton Township, passed away on September 10th, 2026, at Providence Health and Rehabilatation in Beaver Falls.
She was born in Coraopolis on August 18th, 1929, a daughter of the late Norman and Jessica Gamble Connell.
She is survived by her husband of 74 years, L. James Jenkins Sr., as well as numerous immediate and extended family members.
There are no services at this time for Betty.
Professional Services and arrangements have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.
Inurnment will take place at the Beaver Cemetery, Buffalo Street, Beaver, at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be shared in Betty’s name to Hope Lutheran Church, 45 Maple Drive, Beaver, PA 15009.
Mark W. Graham, 72, of Daugherty Township, passed away on September 12th, 2026 at UPMC Shadyside.
He was born in Sewickley on October 16th, 1953, a son of the late James W. and Phyllis (Teets) Graham.
Mark was a devoted railroad employee who proudly dedicated 37 years of his life to the Bridge and Building Department, working for both Conrail and Norfolk Southern. Throughout his long career, he was known for his strong work ethic, dedication, and pride in the work he did. Outside of work, he enjoyed the simple things that brought him happiness. He loved attending car cruises, admiring the cars and enjoying the fellowship of others who shared his passion. He also had a deep love for the outdoors. Camping gave him the opportunity to relax, enjoy nature, and make lasting memories with family and friends.
Mark is survived by his loving wife, Elaine Proakis, a daughter, Lindsay, his brother, Phillip (Sue) Graham, two sisters, Phyllis (Lisa) Graham, Karen Lecerf and his nieces and nephews.
In accordance with Mark’s wishes, there will be no services.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, Inc., 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton.
Dolores E. McDanel, 97, of North Sewickley Township, passed away on September 11th, 2026 at Good Samaritan Hospice, Wexford. She was born in North Sewickley Township on May 7th, 1929, a daughter of the late Charles L. Sr. and Nancy Edith (Shaffer) Miller. Dolores did custodial work and was very active in her church, the North Sewickley Presbyterian Church in Ellwood City. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Nelson McDanel, her son, Bradley A. McDanel, her brothers, William F., Walter L. and Charles L. Miller and her sisters: Edna Oliver, Velma Bork, Vesta Vogler, Helen Miller and Ethel M. Shriner. She is survived by a devoted daughter, Jeanne (Michael) Safreed of Beaver Falls, her daughter-in-law, Carla (Kevin) Wyberg of South Beaver Township, her grandchildren: Brian (Amy) Safreed, Jason (Renee) Safreed, Carlinda (Nick) Kleck, Cole (Emily) McDanel, Ty (Kayla) Torrence, and Nathyn (Tiera) Wyberg; as well as her great-grandchildren: Morgan Safreed, Madalyn (Tyler) Cuadrado, Cody Safreed, Landyn Safreed, Lyllian Safreed, Elle McDanel, Cullen Kleck, Ada Kleck, Alexandra Kleck, and Nolan Torrence. Friends will be received on Wednesday, September 16th from 4-8 P.M. at CORLESS-KUNSELMAN FUNERAL SERVICES, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of her arrangements. Friends will also be received on Thursday, September 17th from 10 A.M. until the time of a service at 11 A.M. at North Sewickley Presbyterian Church, 106 Chapel Drive, Ellwood City. Officiating the services are Rev. Dr. Maurice Smith and Rev. Dr. Rebecca A. Collins. Online condolences may be shared at www.corlessfuneralhomes.com. Private interment will take place at Concord Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Kitchen Fund or Building Fund of the North Sewickley Presbyterian Church, 106 Chapel Drive, Ellwood City, PA 16117.
Jayne Ann Atkinson, 78, of Portersville, passed away in her residence on September 10th, 2026.
She was born in Sewickley on April 14th, 1948, the daughter of the late Arnold and Marie Fleming Rothhaar.
Jayne was a member of the Fairmount Presbyterian Church in Sewickley, where she was involved in many church activities and served as a Deacon and Treasurer. She was a member of the Eastern Star, loved to winter in Florida, ride motorcycles, and enjoyed spending time with her loving grandchildren.
She is survived by her loving husband, Anthony Atkinson, her daughter, Dana Songer, her son, Wayne Drish, her step-daughter, Jennifer (Robert) Erdlen, 12 loving grandchildren and 4 loving great grandchildren.
Friends will be received on Tuesday, September 15th from 2-4 P.M. & 6-8 P.M. in the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. Family and friends will meet in the Fairmount Presbyterian Church, 2535 Fairmount Church Road, Sewickley, on Wednesday, September 16th at 11 A.M. for a funeral service with Rev. Nathan Beard Officiating.
Interment will follow in Fairmount Presbyterian Church Cemetery, 2535 Fairmount Church Road, Sewickley.
In Lieu of flowers, the family asks donations to be made to the American Cancer Society or to the Fairmount Presbyterian Church, 2535 Fairmount Church Road, Sewickley, PA 15143 in Jayne’s memory.
Noah J. Fessides, 19, of New Sewickley Township, passed away unexpectedly on September 9th, 2026.
He was born in Pittsburgh on November 30th, 2006.
Noah was an amazing young man that charmed every person he met. He was kind, witty, respectful, and loved to make people laugh. He was a Lifetime Member of the Beaver County Badgers where he played for 12 years, winning the season and championship banner in his final year. He also played for six years with Central Valley Hockey. He was a 2025 graduate of Freedom Area High School. After high school, he worked at Precise Automotive with his grandfather until he became a conductor for Norfolk Southern. He loved to build Legos, loved his cats (especially his BIG girl Sprinkles), and for some reason, he loved motorcycles. He also had an unhealthy obsession with fancy cologne!
He is survived by his parents, Ted and Katie Fessides and Alicia and Mela Jennings, his siblings, Riley Fessides, Madison Fessides, Max Warrick, and Nicholas Jennings, his long-term girlfriend, Ryleigh Bianculli and his grandparents, along with numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his great grandma, Gloria Lucas, his grandmother, Kim D’Orazio, and his Uncle Joe Dell.
Friends will be received on Monday, September 14th from 1-3 P.M. & 5-8 P.M. in the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, who was in charge of his arrangements, and where a funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 15th at 10 A.M. with Pastor Justin Driscoll Officiating. Interment will follow in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester.
There will be a scholarship in Noah’s memory, with information to come.
The family respectfully asks that anyone attending the visitation and or the funeral to please refrain from bringing motorcycles.
Sandra M. Black, 83, of Medina, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 8th, 2026.
She was born in New Brighton on September 6th, 1943, a daughter of the late George and Marie (Hagg) Sullivan.
Sandra had lived in Beaver County until moving to Medina County, Ohio in 2013. She was a former member of St. Monica Catholic Church in Beaver Falls and was a member of St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church Valley City, Ohio. She had a hair salon in her home for many years and operated Fine Things in Chippewa. She was a talented artist and enjoyed floral designing. She was noted for her beautiful flower garden and her manicured yard.
She is survived by her daughter, Tina (David) Flack and her son, David (Brenda) Black, her grandchildren: Cassandra, Justin (Annie), Aiden & Caylee Flack, Brittney (Brian) Hamilton, Zachary (Jessica) Black; as well as her great grandchildren, Brooklynn, Delaney and Hayleigh Hamilton, Madison Black and two more little ones on the way and her sister, Rose Circle.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, John Leroy Black, Jr. and two brothers, George Sullivan, Jr. and Joe Sullivan.
A visitation will occur from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, September 16th in the Gathering Area of St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church, 1800 Station Road, Valley City, Ohio, with the Funeral Mass immediately following in St. Martin’s Chapel.
Sandra’s burial will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, September 18th in the Chapel of St. Joseph Cemetery, 1501 1st Avenue, New Brighton, Pennsylvania.
The Bauer Funeral Home of Valley City, Ohio has the honor of serving the Black family and was the funeral home that was in charge of his arrangements.
Roselind “Rosie” May Davis Wood, 89, passed away on September 9th, 2026 at Masonic Village in Sewickley. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 67 years, the Reverend Rodgers T. Wood. She was born in New Kensington on May 9th, 1937, a daughter of the late Walter E. and Myrtle (Slonaker) Davis. Rosie was raised in Indiana, Pennsylvania and graduated in 1955 from Indiana High School where she made many life-long friends. She met her husband, who was a DJ for WDAD, at a local sock hop. They married in the summer of 1955, and before long embarked on a great adventure, moving 29 times during their marriage. She loved being a homemaker and mother. With a heart full of love, she made many friends wherever she lived and became the favorite mom and Nanny to a host of children who passed through her doors. She was a devoted Episcopalian who was active in all aspects of church life. In midlife, Rodgers left a career in radio and television and she became his partner in clergy life well into her seventies. They served first at St. Phillips Church in Moon Township, then Christ Church in the North Hills. In retirement, they spent many years in interim parishes. She was the rock and loyal protector of time off, insisting they have a place to get away. They found rest and relaxation and made many wonderful memories in their homes, first at Long Beach, North Carolina and then at Alpine Lake in West Virginia, well into retirement. As a strong advocate for supporting clergy families, Rosie formed an on-line ecumenical support group for clergy spouses in the 1990s called “Neither Fish Nor Fowl,” which grew into a vital and active nationwide group. She spoke at many church conferences about the importance of supporting clergy families and stayed active in this endeavor for many years.
She is survived by her loving and devoted family: her daughters, Melanie Wood (Beth Hines), Jennifer Wood (Robert Steffes), and Heather Wood (Mark Ring), her grandchildren: Alison Popivchak (Pete), Michael Bennett (Daniel Curtis), Lindy Lerner (Jonathan), Taylor Hale, and Casey Hale (Sarah Landers); as well as her great grandsons, Samson and Bohan Popivchak, her sister, Darlind J. Davis (Chuck Taubersmith), her brother-in-law, Geoffrey R. Wood and her nephews, Mitchell Wood (Gary Collins) and Stephen Wood (Robin Powell). Her family is deeply grateful for the skilled care and loving comfort that our dear Felicity Steffes and the remarkably devoted staff at Masonic Village provided for Rosie in the last year of her life (you all were her favorites!). They also feel blessed by the enormous generosity of spirit that the members of St. Brendan’s Episcopal Church in Sewickley have shown them and especially for providing Rosie with a supportive church home that showered her with love.
A service in celebration of her life will be held at St. Brendan’s Episcopal Church, 2365 McAleer Road, Sewickley, on Sunday, October 3rd, at 11 A.M. A reception will follow the service.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory can be made to St. Brendan’s Family and Friends Fund, 2365 McAleer Road, Sewickley, PA 15143, www.stbrendans.org/bff-fund
The Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Moon Towsnhip is in charge of her arrangements.
Norman William Brandon, a husband, father, proud Marine, hardworking truck driver, and beloved friend, passed away on September 5th, 2026 at the age of 75.
He was born in Rochester on April 3rd, 1951 and lived a life defined by strength, dedication, loyalty, and love for his family and friends.
He proudly served his country for a short period of time as a United States Marine with his late best friend John (Rufus) Rudar, and carried the values of honor, courage, and commitment with him throughout his life. After his military service, he continued his career on the open road as a truck driver. He took great pride in his work and spent countless miles traveling across the country and locally. Whether behind the wheel or spending time with the people he loved, he was known for his strong work ethic, quick wit, and unforgettable personality. To those closest to him, he was affectionately known as “Giggles,” a nickname that reflected the laughter and joy he brought into the lives of others. His greatest legacy will not be measured in miles driven or years served, but in the love, lessons, memories, and laughter he gave his family and friends. He will be deeply missed by his children, grandchildren, family, and friends, who will carry his memory in their hearts. He is survived by a son, William Brandon (Cristal), his daughter, Christy Brandon, his grandchildren, Chantel, Noah, Hailey & Keegan, his brother, Joseph Brandon, his former wife, Cheri Evans, her mother, Anne Harris, and his very close friends Robert Reistino “Tex”, Sandy Winner-Reistino, and David Felo, as well as countless family, friends and loved ones who were fortunate enough to know him.
He was preceded in death by numerous family including his father & mother, Norman & Betty Brandon, his sisters Brenda(Bob) Tanchuk, & Sharon Harrington, his son, Jonathon Brandon and cousins/partners in crime, Jack & Doug Willis.
Bill was a member of New Brighton Croatian Club where a memorial celebration of life will be held on Saturday, September 26th at noon.
Arragnements have been entrusted to Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca.