Thomas Lee Stickel, 76, passed away on October 4th, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born in Beaver Falls, the son of Fay M. Stickel and the late Thomas C. Stickel. Thomas was a graduate of Beaver High School and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Tarkio College in Tarkio, Missouri. He went on to earn his Juris Doctor from Cleveland State University and spent many years practicing law in Columbiana and Beaver counties. Some of his happiest times were spent with family and friends at his favorite place, Emerald Isle, North Carolina. He was introduced to windsurfing by his son-in-law, Tamer, and quickly became an avid windsurfer. He also loved water-skiing and boating with family and friends on the Ohio River. Whether he was on the water or simply spending time with the people he loved, he knew how to enjoy life. He will be remembered for his great sense of humor and a laugh that could fill the room. He was hard-working, generous and sensitive, and was always willing to lend a hand to someone in need. Above all, he loved his family deeply and treasured the time he spent with them. His warmth, humor and generosity will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his devoted wife and soulmate of 46 years, Betty Stickel, his daughter, Heather Yalcinkaya, and her husband, Tamer, and their children, Selin, Berk, Derin and Melodi, his daughter, Richelle Hoy, and her husband, Chris, and their children, Kirsten and Claire; and his sister, Nancy Hall. A private service to honor Thomas’ life will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca. Donations in his honor can be made to the local charity Communicycle at Communicycle.org or to the American Cancer Society. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Thomas, please visit the floral store of the Noll Funeral Home, Inc. by clicking here.

Joseph H. Widmer, 97, of Cranberry Township, formerly of Rochester Township, passed away on October 5th, 2026, at UPMC Passavant McCandless.

He was born in Connellsville on March 19th, 1929, a son of the late Karl and Catherine Mulsalvage Widmer.

Joseph was the founder and former owner of Widmer Engineering Inc., of Beaver Falls, a former member of Faith Community United Methodist Church in Rochester, and was attending St. Ferdinand Roman Catholic Church in Cranberry. He was an Air Force Veteran during the Korean war, a graduate of Immaculate Conception Catholic School, in Connellsville, Pennsylvania and received a bachelor’s degree in engineering from Geneva College. Joseph was a former employee in engineering with Michael Baker Inc. for 21 years. He was a member of the Pennsylvania Society for Professional Engineers as well as the Beaver County Chapter of Professional Engineers. He was honored as the Engineer of the Year in 1984. He was a former member of the Rochester School Board, Rochester Township Commissioners, and former Chairman of the Beaver County Commissioners. He was the former president of the United Methodist Home in Mt. Lebanon and a life member of the American Legion.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Aloha R. (Roush) Widmer, as well as five brothers: Albert, Robert, Charles, Bernard, and Victor Widmer; as well as one sister, JoAnn Palazzo.

He is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, David H. and Linda L. Widmer of Rochester Township, three grandchildren, Jamie M., Anuskewic and her fiance, Joel Webber, Tracy A. and her husband Bryan Pratte, and Alexus L. and her husband A.J. Sieger, seven great-grandchildren, Addilynn, Sawyer, Mila, Aria, Ezra, Emmett, and Nora, and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, October 8th, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., with a service occurring on Friday, October 9th at 10:30 a.m., at the William Murphy Funeral Home Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester, who was in charge of his arrangements.

Officiating will be Reverend Heather J. Wakefield, of Faith Community United Methodist Church in Rochester. Interment will be held in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester. The family asks that those who wish to honor the memory of Joseph would consider making a donation to the Ronald McDonald House of Charities of Northeast Ohio in honor of his great-grandson, Ezra.

The family feels this is a beautiful way to honor Joseph while supporting someone he loved dearly. The family extends their heartfelt thanks for all of the love, prayers, and support received during this difficult time. Please make checks payable to RMHC Northeast Ohio, Ronald McDonald House Charities of NEO PO Box 72764 Cleveland, OH 44192-0004, Website: rmhcneo.org/ways-to-give/donate/ Full military honors will be provided by the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter #862 at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, October 9th, at the cemetery, for their fallen comrade.

William V. “Bill” Gandjos, 80, passed away on October 2nd, 2026, with family by his side. He was born in New York City, New York on October 29th, 1945.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a nephew, Brian Edward Leach, his brother and sister-in-law, Michael and Julie Leach and his brother-in-law, William Davis.

He was a resident of Harmony Township since 1976, a son of the late Emanuel and Rose (Papadakis) Gandjos, who resided in Woodside, New York. Both of Bill’s late parents were born in Greece. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Marlene (Leach) Gandjos, his son, Michael Gandjos (Sherry Berkley), his daughter, Cynthia Keenan (Rodney), his grandsons, Brandon and Ryan Keenan and his granddaughter, Brea Gandjos Fontana.

He is survived by his brothers, Plato (Irene) Gandjos of Dunedin, Florida and Chris Gandjos of Geneva, Ohio, his sisters and brother-in-law Patricia Dengel (Sam), Janet Davis, Marianne Leach and Ken Leach (Susan) and several nieces and nephews.

William was a 1963 graduate of William Cullen Bryant High School in Queens, New York. He continued his education at Long Island University where he received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in 1971. He had over 50 years of experience in working with various financial institutions taking on roles of in Financial Management, Administration, Credit & Collections, and Lending. He retired from West-Aircomm Federal Credit Union of Beaver. While he was employed at West-Aircomm, he served as an Assistant Manager and Director of Collections. He was drafted in the U.S. Army on September 10th, 1965, and served until September 1st, 1967. During this time, he courageously fought in the jungles of Vietnam. He was awarded Two Overseas Service Bars, a Combat Infantryman Badge, a National Defense Service Medal, a Vietnam Campaign Medal, Sharpshooter Badge M-14 Rifle, Vietnam Service metal with a Bronze Star and Two Purple Hearts with one having an Oak Leaf Cluster.  He was a member the Cretan Association of Pittsburgh, Fraternal Order of Eagles Ambridge, AHEPA Beaver Valley Chapter 400, Senior Men’s Club of Sewickley, and Vietnam Veterans of American Chapter 862. He previously served as the Harmony Township Commissioner, he was on the Municipal Authority Board of Harmony Township, AHEPA District President and Treasurer and was on the Board of Myasthenia Gravis Western Pennsylvania (MGA). He is often remembered as an exemplary coach for Ambridge Youth Association (AYA) for both baseball and softball teams. His favorite pastime was mowing grass at home and at the family’s property known as “The Farm”. His personality resonated and shined wherever he went in all aspects of life. He truly was devoted to his family, friends, and organizations. His sense of humor and positive outlook will forever be remembered by all that knew and loved him. He courageously maintained those characteristics until the very end.

Friends and family will be received on Tuesday, October 6th from 3-7 P.M. in the John Syka Funeral Home Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, who was in charge of his arrangements, and from where a AHEPA service will be held at 5:30 P.M. and a Trisagion service right after. Another visitation will take place on Wednesday, October 7th from 10 A.M. until the time of the funeral service at 10:30 A.M. in the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 2930 Beaver Road, Ambridge, with Father Anastasios Athanasoiu officiating.

Interment will take place on Thursday, October 8th at 1:30 P.M. in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville, with full military honors.

In lieu of flowers please consider making a contribution to MGA of Western Pennsylvania, 505 Jackson Drive, Apollo, PA 15613 in memory of William V. “Bill” Gandjos.

Linda Woloshan, 75, of Baden, passed away on October 2nd, 2026, at home with loving family by her side. She was born in Rochester on March 30th, 1951, the daughter of the late Kenneth and Nancy (Bailey) Bonzo.

Linda was a hairdresser by trade, but her #1 priority was her family. One of her proudest accomplishments was when she started the “Big Nob 4H Livestock Club.” Some of Linda’s favorite pass times were antiquing, crafting and gardening. She also enjoyed sewing and was quite good at it, too. Linda’s favorite time of the year was Christmas; oh, how she adored that holiday.

She is survived by her 2 sons and their families, Robert (Barbara Sovich, and her daughter, Bethany) and Kenneth (Susan) Woloshan, and their son, Emmett (who was the apple of his grandmother’s eye), 2 aunts, Cecilla “Aunt Squeak” McDaniel and Phyllis …; an uncle, Richard “Dick” Roy, and her beloved pet, Lacey.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Stephen Woloshan.

Family and friends are welcome to gather for a visitation on Tuesday, October 6th from 10 A.M. until the time of a funeral service at 12 noon, with Father Michael Polosky officiating, in the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, who was in charge of her arrangements. Interment will follow privately in the Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Cemetery, 1691 Ridge Rd Extension #1601, Ambridge.