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Mary LaVerne Hnat, 95, of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, formerly of Beaver, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Friday, July 17, 2026, at McGregor Living.

Born on February 15, 1931, in Greensburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Raymond V. and Mary LaVerne (Dorsey) O’Connell.

LaVerne spent her life as a homemaker and was a devoted member of Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church of Our Lady of the Valley Parish.  She was a past member of the Junior Women’s and Women’s Club of Beaver and enjoyed volunteering her time with many other organizations, including Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts.  In her free time, LaVerne could be found gardening, spending time with her family, and cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates.

In addition to her parents, LaVerne was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Hnat on December 26, 2002; a sister, Anne R. Perry; and a son-in-law, Peter Knittel.

LaVerne is survived by her loving and devoted children, Michael J. (Orysia Tylko) Hnat, Karen H. Knittel, Susan J. Hnat, Mark (Meizi Goa) Hnat, Theodore J. Hnat, and Laura (Kit Lucey) Hnat; her two loving grandsons, Matthew (Nicolina Nolletti) Knittel and Stephen Knittel; as well as extended family members and friends.

Friends and family are welcome to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at Saints Peter and Paul Church of Our Lady of the Valley Parish, 200 Third Street, Beaver, PA 15009 on Wednesday, July  22 at 10:00AM with Fr. Howard Campbell as celebrant.

Interment will be in Beaver Cemetery.

The GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 340 Third Street, Beaver, PA 15009, is honored to provide care and guidance to Laverne’s family during this time.

Mary Celine Miller-Nestler,  95, Beloved wife of the late Robert T. Nestler; daughter of the late Theodore and Louise Boyer; sister of Raymond (JoAnn), Robert, and Clare Mulkern (Robert) all deceased; step-mother and friend to Paul Nestler, Maureen Messersmith (Ernie), Timothy Nestler, Jean Simmons (Robert). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Born in Sharpsburg in 1931, Mary Celine graduated from St. Martin’s High School in 1949 and entered the Sisters of Divine Providence in January, 1950. She earned a B.Ed. and M.Ed. in L.S., from Duquesne University  and a Masters in Library Science from the University of Pittsburgh.

Mary Celine taught junior high at St. Joseph School in Braddock (1952-1956) and St. Anne School in Castle Shannon (1956-1959). Pragmatic and visionary, she spent the rest of her career as an academic library director at two Pittsburgh area university libraries. From 1959 to 1966, she developed The Sister’s Library at Divine Providence that served as the foundation for the developing LaRoche University Library, where she served as its first director. In 1966, she joined Robert Morris University as the Director of Libraries until her retirement in 1992. It was there that she worked intensively with the University Administration and architects to design the Patrick Henry Library and Learning Center. In the years before her retirement in 1992, she directed a dedicated staff in the installation of an automated integrated library system. She was active and served on various committees in the American Library Association, the Pennsylvania Library Association, and the Pittsburgh Regional Library Center (PRLC). After her retirement from Robert Morris, she remained at the University (part-time) for eleven years re-organizing and developing a classification scheme for the University Archives.  Among her many interests, Mary Celine was a Master Certified graphoanalyst, giving numerous lectures over the years. In 2004, she became an Ordained Minister of Spirit-Directed Healing with Celebrating Life Ministries and remains an active member of the organization. Known as the local “Angel Lady” she gave almost a hundred Angel lectures and distributed weekly messages to interested followers. A lifelong learner, her many interests included health and wellness, spirituality, and a fondness for recipes. Mary Celine was a member of St. Margaret Mary’s Church in Moon Township where she worshiped almost daily. She lived her life by the creed, “In him we live, and move, and have our being” Acts 17:28.

Friends were received on Sunday July 19, 2026 from 3pm until 7pm in Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Moon Twp. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday, July 20, 2026 at 1pm in St. Margaret Mary Church in Moon Twp.

Private interment will take place in St. Martin Cemetery, Pittsburgh.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Sister of Divine Providence, 9000 Babcock Blvd., Alison Park, PA 15101 or Celebrating Life Ministries, c/o Reverend Paul Funfsinn, 2555 E. 269th Road, Peru, Illinois, 61354.

Daniel “Danny” R. Dreyer, 79, of Economy, passed away on July 16, 2026. He was the beloved son of the late William and Dorothy Dreyer.

Danny is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Nancy (Dunn) Dreyer; his three sons, Danny L. (Angela) Dreyer, Sean Dreyer, and Chris (Stephanie) Dreyer; his cherished grandchildren, Ethan, Alexis, Lexi, and Kylie; his sisters-in-law, Donna (Charles), Linda (Dennis), and Cindy (Bob); as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.

A 1965 graduate of Ambridge High School, Danny proudly served his country in the United States Air Force as a medical evacuation (Medevac) specialist. Following his military service, he enjoyed a successful career as a Design Engineer with Arco Chemical, where he remained until his retirement.

Danny was an active member of the Road Saints of Ambridge and American Legion Post 641 in Baden. A true car enthusiast, he found great joy in restoring and repairing automobiles alongside his sons and friends. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need of automotive advice or assistance. Whether attending car shows and cruises or spending time in the garage, Danny’s passion for cars was matched only by his love for his family. He especially treasured the time he shared with his grandchildren, creating memories they will forever hold close.

Family and friends will be received on Monday, July 20, 2026, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and from 5:00 p.m. until the Blessing Service at 7:00 p.m. at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 Eighth Street, Ambridge. An American Legion Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., followed by Military Honors at 2:30 p.m. Private burial will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests memorial donations be made in Danny’s memory to the Sisters of St. Joseph, Baden.

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Loretta Eileen (McDonald) Thellman, 83, of Beaver Falls (West Mayfield), passed away on July 13th, 2026 at Allegheny General Hospital. She was a cancer survivor since 2018 who fought the good fight, finished the race and kept the faith. She was born in North Sewickley Township on August 22nd, 1942, a daughter of the late John and Mary Eileen McDonald (Shoaff).

Loretta was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, and trusted neighbor and friend. She was a devoted Christian and active member of the former St. Paul Lutheran Church on College Hill and then Mount Olive Lutheran Church in Chippewa, where she taught Sunday School, Vacation Bible School and sang in the choir. She also served in the meals on wheels ministry and the altar guild. She most recently attended Chippewa Alliance Church. She played the bass in her younger years and enjoyed playing her organ at home. She also sang in the 1990’s with the Hosannah ministry choir. Loretta was a hard worker who actively cared for and served her family, church, friends and neighbors. She was happy being outdoors and working in her garden, enjoying her dogs and watching the birds and deer in her yard. She enjoyed quilting, crocheting and craft making and made it her goal to crochet afghans for her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She most of all cherished time with her family whom she loved deeply, and on whom she left a lasting impact of faith, hope and love.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Christine, and her beloved husband of 47 years, Richard Thellman. She is survived by one sister, Valerie (Jerry) Harold (Boynton Beach, Florida), her children, Carrie (Randy) Burnell (Beaver Falls), Steven (Stephanie) Thellman (Gainesville, Georgia), Bradley (Susan) Thellman (North Sewickley Township) and Gregory (Lidija) Thellman (Osijek, Croatia and Wheaton, Illinois), as well as 15 grandchildren: Suzi Thellman (Beaver Falls), Austin (Kara) Burnell (Beaver Falls), Becca (Steve) Sheehy (Lowell, Indiana), Zachary (Carly) Thellman (Roswell, Georgia), Seth Thellman (Marietta, Georgia), Savannah Thellman (Gainesville, Georgia), Skylar Thellman (Gainesville, GA), Nicole (Justin) Jackson (North Sewickley Township), Dylan (Peyton) Thellman (East Palestine, Ohio), Haley (Charlie) Spirk (North Sewickley Township), Noah Thellman (Wheaton, Illinois), Sarah Thellman (Wheaton, Illinois), Etan Thellman (Wheaton, Illinois), Zoe Thellman (Osijek, Croatia) and Nora Thellman (Osijek, Croatia); as well as 11 great-grandchildren: Zion and Rory Burnell, Rylan, Lilah and Kip Sheehy, Ava and Dominic Basile, Liam and Bella Thellman and Rowan and Salem Spirk; as well as several step-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, July 16 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 pm, and on Saturday, July 18th from 10:30 a.m. until the time of a service at 12:30 p.m. at Corless-Kunselman Funeral Services, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of his arrangements. Pastor Dan Muir will officiate the service. A private burial will take place at Grandview Cemetery, 139 Norwood Drive, Beaver Falls.

Thomas W. Miller, Sr., 84, of South Beaver Township, passed away peacefully on July 14th, 2026, in the comfort of his home.

He was born in Beaver Falls on August 15th, 1941, a son of the late Chauncey and Mildred (Tress) Miller.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Ann (Saibene) Miller, a son, Michael Miller and a brother, Gary.

He is survived by a son, Thomas (Diane Montagazi) Miller, Jr., a sister, Lynn, as well as his friends and caregivers, Carol, Kelly, Nancy, Ordie, Amy, and Tammy.

Thomas retired from working at Westinghouse/Cutler Hammer as a manager of systems development.  He was a member of St. Monica Catholic Church in Beaver Falls of St. Augustine Parish.  In his free time, Tom enjoyed spending time with his cat, Morty, joking around with “the girls” and watching Leave it to Beaver and Long Ranger.

In accordance with Thomas’ wishes, there will be no visitation.

A blessing service will be held on Monday, July 20^th at 11 A.M. in the chapel of St. Mary’s Cemetery, 2927 Clayton Road, Beaver Falls.

Fr. John Naugle will preside over the service.

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

The GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Chippewa Township, 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, PA 15010, is honored to provide care and guidance to Tom’s family and friends during this time.

Bonnie Lou Molchen, 74, of Hopewell Township, passed away on July 13th, 2026 in her home surrounded by her family.

She was born in Masontown, Pennsylvania on October 10th, 1951, a daughter of the late Robert and Dora Miller.

Bonnie was a wife, mother, grandmother. Her main focus was her beloved family. She also enjoyed going to her camp and also traveling to Hawaii. She worked various jobs, and most recently worked as a Crossing Guard for Hopewell Area Schools. She was also a longtime member of House of Prayer Lutheran Church in Aliquippa.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Jesse Molchen and two brothers, Carl Miller and Bob Miller.

She is survived by her beloved husband, Gerald Molchen, a daughter, Brandi Miller, a son, Frank & Carly Molchen, four grandchildren: Joey (Maria) Welsh, Kristen Kowalski, Kate Molchen, and Allie Molchen; as well as four great grandchildren: Jessica, Giuliana, Nico, and Malena; along with foru siblings: Donna Gray, Larry Miller, Lorie Caler, and Vicki Davidson, numerous nieces and nephews and many other beloved family members.

Friends will be received on Monday, July 20th from 3-7 p.m. at the Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Aliquippa, 2345 Mill Street, Aliquippa, who was in charge of her arrangements. A Funeral Service will also be held on Tuesday, July 21st at 11 a.m. in House of Prayer Lutheran Church, 2100 Irwin Street, Aliquippa with Rev. Mike Sourwine officiating.