Category: Obituaries

John Wilson (Passed on May 8th, 2026)

John Wilson, 95, of Disputanta, Virginia, when he passed away on May 8th, 2026. He was born in Beaver, a son of the late Benjamin Wilson and Elizabeth Peters Wilson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Druzilla Wilson, two sons-in-law, George V. Sims and Mark Emil Tiderman and a grandson George Aaron Sims. He is survived by his second wife, Lilian Cros Wilson, four daughters, Victoria Lynn Vaden, (husband Danny Vaden), Sandra L. Sims, Bonnie A. Davis (husband Richard A. Davis), a son, John A. Wilson, Jr. (wife Denise Wilson), Peggy L. Tiderman, a step-daughter, Cynthia Cros White (husband Christopher), a step son, John T. Cros, nine grandchildren and their loving spouses, four step-grandchildren, a brother, Benjamin B. Wilson, Jr. (wife Carol Wilson), a sister, Jane Smyda, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

John was a member of the Merchants Hope Episcopal Church, a Brighton Township Supervisor, a member of the Richmond Little Red School House, a member of the St. James Masonic Lodge – (32nd Degree), served on the Prince George County Industrial Development Authority, and was a graduate of Staunton Military Academy.

A grave-site memorial service will be held at 11:30 am on Friday, June 19th at the Beaver Cemetery, Buffalo Street, Beaver. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in honor of John A. Wilson to the MS Society, Donate to the National MS (Multiple Sclerosis) Society.

To send flowers or plant a memorial tree in memory, please visit the flower store of the Noll Funeral Home, Inc. by clicking here.

Sylvia A. Testa (1936-2026)

Sylvia A. Testa, 90, of Economy, peacefully passed away on June 2nd, 2026, the same date she and her beloved husband, Eugene, exchanged wedding vows seventy years earlier on June 2nd, 1956. She was born on March 13th, 1936, a cherished daughter of the late John and Helen Serak. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Eugene P. Testa and her siblings, Albert Serak and Margaret Pajak.

She is survived by her children, Eugene H. (Darlene Pinchot) Testa and Linda (John) Germ, her grandchildren: Bryan (Abby) Testa, Tara (Mike) Rittelmann, Ally Germ, Ryan (Lily) Hudacsek, and Kelsey Hudacsek; as well as her great-grandchildren: Hudson, Maddox, Lucas, Brenna, Leo, and Iris; along with a sister-in-law, Doris (Ted) Gerhardt. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and her extended family at Villa St. Joseph in Baden.

Sylvia graduated from Ambridge High School and continued her education at Pittsburgh Secretarial School before beginning her career as a secretary with Karnavas Vending Company. She was a devoted Catholic and a faithful member of the former Christ the King Church in Ambridge, now St. Luke the Evangelist Parish. She was known for her warm and welcoming spirit. At Villa St. Joseph (Baden), she made it her mission to greet new residents, helping them feel at home by inviting them to Bingo and other activities. She was a talented baker whose homemade cookies became a family favorite and was a dedicated fan of Pittsburgh sports teams. Above all, Sylvia treasured time spent with her family and found her greatest joy in her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Family and friends will be received on Thursday, June 4th, from 2-4 P.M. and 5-7 P..M at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where departing prayers will be offered on Friday, June 5th at 10 A.M., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 A.M. at Good Samaritan Catholic Church, St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge. Interment will follow at Economy Cemetery, 1691 Ridge Rd Ext #1601, Ambridge.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Villa St. Joseph Activities Department, 1030 State Street, Baden, PA 15005, in Sylvia’s memory. Sylvia especially enjoyed playing Bingo and shopping in the resident store, and her family feels this would be a meaningful way to honor the activities that brought her so much joy.

The family would also like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Villa St. Joseph for the compassionate and loving care they provided to Sylvia throughout the past six years. Their kindness, dedication, and friendship brought comfort not only to Sylvia, but to her entire family.

Donna Jean (Neal) Greene (1947-2026)

Donna Jean (Neal) Greene, 79, of New Brighton, passed away peacefully on June 1st, 2026.

She was born on May 24th, 1947, the daughter of the late Robert Lee and Edna Louise (Curry) Neal. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her two brothers, Ronald Leroy and Robert Lee Neal. She is survived by her son, Nyasanu “Nya” (Sharyce) Greene, her grandchildren: Brittany LaVette, Kaitlyn, and Alexa Hopkins, and Nyasanu “Tongee” Greene II; as well as a host of great-grandchildren and her devoted family and lifetime friends: Leroy Goosby, Byron Allen, William (Bobbi) Valentine, Barb (Ted) Michalik, Bobby Cook, her devoted goddaughter, Shelnita Carter and Lisa Bloom, of Las Vegas, Nevada.

Donna was educated in the Beaver Falls Area School System, where she received her High School Diploma in the class of 1965. She also attended 2 years of Community College, taking business classes before she started working at Westinghouse in Beaver. She later worked at Bell Telephone in Rochester until 1974, when she started working at Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania. She worked at Columbia Gas until she retired in 2000. At that time, she relocated to Las Vegas, Nevada, where she worked part-time as a collection’s representative for Credit One Bank while traveling.

Friends will be received on Friday, June 5th, from 10 a.m. until the time of a funeral service at 12 noon at Second Baptist Church, 2322 10th Avenue, Beaver Falls, with Pastor Bernard E. Tench, Jr. officiating.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, Inc., 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton.

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Michael James Szelc (1957-2026)

Michael James Szelc, 68, of Moon Township, passed away peacefully on May 30th, 2026.

He was born in Alexandria, Virginia, on November 17th, 1957, a son of Jean (Nichols) Burney and the late Theodore Szelc. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brother, Gary Szelc. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 39 years, Melissa (Bender), his children, Nicholas (Kristen) Szelc and Rachel (Matt Abbott) Szelc and his siblings, Nancy, Carol, and Betty Anne.

Michael dedicated 42 years of service at US Airways as a Fleet Service Agent. He was known for his strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to his profession throughout his long career. He was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend. In his younger years, he enjoyed bowling, playing softball, and golfing. He also had a passion for working with his tools and took great pride in spending time outdoors, maintaining projects around the home and enjoying the satisfaction of hard work.

Friends will be received on Friday, June 5th, from 1-3 P.M. and from 5:30 P.M. until the time of a funeral service at 7:30 P.M. at The Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Moon Township, 1522 Coraopolis Heights Road, Coraopolis, who was in charge of his arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Michael’s name may be made to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa.

Deborah Maxine (Hirst) Lawson (1951-2026)

Deborah Maxine (Hirst) Lawson, 75, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family on May 30th, 2026. She was born in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania on February 3rd, 1951, the daughter of the late William and Marguerite (Weimert) Hirst. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Hilliary Lawson Coe. She attended Huntingdon Area High School and married her former husband, Richard Lawson, in 1968. Together, they welcomed three daughters: Shannon Pfeuffer (Steven Pfeuffer) of New Sewickley, Pa, Hilliary Lawson Coe (deceased), and Summer Kirkpatrick (Chad Kirkpatrick) of Ellwood City. In 1980, she and her family moved to New Sewickley Township, where she resided most of her life. She was a proud and loving grandmother to Shane and Brooke Pfeuffer; Jackson (Sonny) and Sam Coe; Taylor, Reese, and Connor Dean; and Gracyn, Emma, and Ava Kirkpatrick. She was also blessed with five great-grandchildren: Naomi, Stevie Rose, Abraham, Emery, and Sophia, all of whom brought her tremendous joy.

She spent her childhood in Marklesburg, Pennsylvania, where she developed the deep love for family, faith, and home that would remain at the center of her life. She dedicated her life to being a homemaker. She created a home that was beautiful, peaceful, welcoming, and full of love. Her family was her world, and she cared for them with a gentle spirit, a soft heart, and quiet strength that made everyone around her feel safe and deeply loved. She found joy in tending to her flower gardens, decorating and caring for her home, quilting, time with close friends, and simply being surrounded by the people she loved most. Her faith in Jesus Christ was the foundation of her life. She attended the Rochester Free Methodist Church for many years. Her trust in the Lord guided the way she lived and loved, and she found comfort and strength in her faith throughout her life.

Family and friends will be received on Friday, June 5th  from 4-7 p.m. at the William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where a funeral service celebrating her life will immediately follow at 7:15 p.m. A graveside service and interment will take place at Union Cemetery in Marklesburg, Pennsylvania.

Geraldine “Gerri” Brennan (1942-2026)

Geraldine “Gerri” Brennan, 83, passed away on May 30th, 2026, surrounded by the love and support of family and friends.

She was born on July 25th, 1942, the daughter of the late Regis C. and Mary Myrtle (McKelvey) Brennan, Sr. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Regis Canevin Brennan, Jr., and three infant brothers, Frances, Daniel and Edward. She is survived by her brother, Reverend John D. “Jack” Brennan, her sister-in-law Veronica (Stewart) Brennan, her nieces and nephews, Lori (Nevins) Parkinson, Matthew (Amy) Brennan, Megan (Michael) Apjok, her great nieces and great nephews: Kara (Dean), Emily, Amanda, Madison, Ava, Kendal, Auggie and Matilda; as well as a great, great nephew, Sebastian.

Geraldine was a devoted member of Mary, Queen of Saints Parish and St. Frances Cabrini Church in Aliquippa, where she volunteered as an extraordinary minister of Communion, preschool aide, money counter, and extended her time to volunteer at Friendship Ridge. She studied in the pre-nursing program in Ambridge and continued her education at Point Park School of Nursing, earning her degree from St. Francis Hospital. She spent her nursing career working at Aliquippa Hospital from 1963 to 2007.

Family and friends will be received on Wednesday, June 3rd from 4-8 p.m. at Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home Inc. 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where departing prayers will begin at 9:15 a.m. on Wednesday, June 3rd, followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. at St. Frances Cabrini Church, 115 Trinity Drive, Aliquippa. Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 2186 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Geraldine “Gerri” Brennan, please visit the Sympathy Store of the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home, Inc. by clicking here.

Donald Joseph Regney, Sr. (Passed on May 30th, 2026)

Donald Joseph Regney, Sr., 87 of Monaca, passed away on May 30th, 2026, at Heritage Valley Beaver. He was a son of the late Frank and Julia Regney. He was married to Anita L. DeFelice Regney on June 20th, 1959, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Monaca, and together they shared a long and devoted marriage. In addition to his wife, he is also survived by his three children, Donald J. Regney, Jr., and his wife, Suzanne, Frank R. “Rusty” Regney, and his wife, Sherry, and Julie Lynn DiMatteo, six grandchildren: Benjamin Regney and Samantha (Lambert) Strayer, Mary Angeline (Zack) Sherman and Russell (Justina) Regney, Sheena (Phil) Provencio, and Sammy DiMatteo; as well as his great-grandchildren: Benjamin, Andrew, and Luca Regney, Idabelle, Penelope, and Thea Sherman, William and Talia Provencio, and Harper Strayer; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Anthony “Tony” G. DiMatteo, his sister, Francina Grab, and his brothers, John and Robert Regney.

Donald was a lifelong resident of Monaca and was a graduate of Monaca High School. He especially cherished time spent with his grandchildren and took great joy in hearing about their activities, sharing stories from his own childhood, and watching them grow. He was happiest when surrounded by the people he loved, whether gathered together for a visit or simply sitting on the porch enjoying the day. He began his working life with Colonna Steel and later was employed by St. Joe Lead, also known as Zinc Corporation of America, which was where he retired after many years of service. He was also a man of faith and a member of Mary, Queen of Saints Parish and St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Monaca. In his younger days, he enjoyed hunting and spending time at the family camp in Clearfield County. He loved playing baseball and even tried out for the Pittsburgh Pirates, an experience he remembered with pride. Fishing was one of his favorite pastimes for most of his life until he came down with COVID. As he got older, he and a group of friends began playing softball in a recreational league, and he enjoyed the fellowship and fun that came with the game. He was an avid sports fan and especially enjoyed watching all of the Pittsburgh teams. He loved telling his grandchildren stories about what he did while growing up, and those stories became treasured memories for his family. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.

Family and friends will be received on Wednesday, June 3rd from 2- 4- p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at SIMPSON FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, who was in charge of his arrangements, and where departing prayers will be offered on Thursday, June 4th at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 1409 Pennsylvania Ave, Monaca. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery.

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Mary Helen (Brooks) Grable (1932-2026)

Mary Helen (Brooks) Grable, 93, a lifelong Aliquippa resident (Hopewell Township), passed away peacefully on May 27th, 2026. She was born on June 17th, 1932, a daughter of the late William and Bena (D’Orazio) Brooks. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jay Grable, her son, William Grable, her son-in-law, Richard Hubbell, her grandson, Daniel Hubbell, her brothers, William Brooks and Robert Brooks, her brother-in-law, John “Jaggers” Ross and many loving aunts and uncles. She is survived by her devoted children: Katherine “Kathy” Hubbell, Jay Robert (Shanna) Grable and Deanna “Sissy” (Randy) Sabatini, her grandchildren, who brought her much joy and happiness: Amanda, Alex, Cameron, Matt and Brian Hubbell, Jackson, Holden and Savannah Grable, Isabelle, Zach and Zoe Sabatini, her loving sister, Deanna Ross, and many caring nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Mary Helen was a member of Mary Queen of Saints Parish who attending Mass at St. Titus and St. Frances Cabrini Churches, both in Aliquippa. She worked as a cashier at the former C&L Supermarket and cleaned faithfully at J.W. Halls restaurant until her passing. She experienced deep heartache throughout her life, but she never let sorrow define her. Instead, she held firmly to her faith and remained grateful for her family and the people she loved. She had a special fondness not only for her grandchildren, but for all children she met. Deeply family-oriented, she cherished holidays and every moment spent with loved ones. She kept a meticulous home and was an exceptional cook whose specialty was angel food cake. She enjoyed sewing placemats and table runners for family and friends. She cherished time with her children and grandchildren, whether visiting them at home or vacationing in Myrtle Beach, and she adored each one and was immensely proud of her family.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 2nd from 9:30 a.m., until the time of departing prayers at 11:15 a.m., at the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home, Inc., 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa, who was in charge of her arrangements. A Mass of Christian burial will follow at 12 noon at St. Frances Cabrini Church, 115 Trinity Drive, Aliquippa. Mary Helen will be laid to rest with her husband at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 2186 Brodhead Rd, Aliquippa, following Mass. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Mary Helen to the Beaver County Human Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Mary Helen (Brooks) Grable please visit the Sympathy Store of the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home, Inc. by clicking here.

Steven Scott Harpold (1963-2026)

Steven Scott Harpold, 62, of New Brighton, passed away peacefully at Heritage Valley Beaver on May 28th, 2026, after a lengthy battle with an illness. He was born in Beaver Falls on November 27th, 1963, the son of the late Mona (Clendenning) and John Harpold. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Jennifer Lynn (Harpold) St. Esprit. He is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Cheryl Harpold, his son, Scott (Jessica Falen) Harpold; grandchildren, Michael and Anthony “AJ” LaValle, his mother-in-law, Beatrice Maley and lastly, his close friend, Mark Cunning.

Steven found joy in the simple beauty of life and the outdoors. He loved spending time fishing, riding his motorcycles, camping, and being surrounded by nature. He enjoyed taking pictures while on his adventures. Whether on the open road, by the water, or under the trees, he felt most at peace outdoors and treasured the freedom and tranquility those moments brought him. He also had a deep, lifelong passion for animals, and he was rarely seen without an animal companion by his side.

In accordance with Steven’s wishes, no services will be held.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, Inc., 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Steven Scott Harpold, please visit the flower store of the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, Inc. by clicking here.

Harry Jeffrey Duncan (1962-2026)

Harry Jeffrey Duncan, 64, passed away peacefully at his residence on May 10th, 2026.

He was born in Beaver Falls on February 5th, 1962, a son of the late Charles O. Duncan and V. Ruth (Partington) Duncan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Deborah Duncan. He is survived by his beloved children, Joshua (Elyse) Janectic and Christina (Brock) Morris, his cherished grandchildren, Lillya and Caleb, his brothers: Ronald, Richard, Howard, and Jack Duncan, his sisters, Ruth Ann Malone and Kandy Mueller, a special friend, Lisa Booker, and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends who will miss him dearly.

Harry served 4 years in the US Marines and was a hardworking laborer who dedicated many years working for several companies throughout Beaver County. In his free time, he enjoyed playing pool and watching old movies, passions that brought him much joy throughout his life.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Saturday, June 6th at 1 P.M. at The Galilean Presbyterian Church, 201 Madison Street, New Galilee.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the branch of Gabauer Funeral Homes.