Susan “Sue” Jane Elliott, 77, of Chippewa Township, passed away on June 1st, 2026 in Concordia at Villa St. Joseph in Baden, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in New Brighton on July 24th, 1948, a daughter of the late Verner and Ida (Vaughn) Brewer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Shirley Ann Brewer and Ruth Ann Wilson. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Perry Elliott, her daughter, Babette (Jimmy) Robertson, her grandson, Keegan Robertson, her sister, Donna (Ronald) Johnston, along with numerous extended family and friends.

Susan was a devoted member of Pathway Church for 26 years, where she faithfully served others through hospitality, fellowship, and ministry. She loved opening her home to family, friends, and church members, sharing meals she lovingly prepared and hosting Bible studies that brought people together in faith. She was an active member of the Christian Women’s Club of Beaver County and the Darlington Quilting Club. During her career at Allegheny Valley School, she dedicated many years to helping individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities secure and maintain housing, making a lasting difference in countless lives. She later worked and retired at FedEx as a forms coordinator. She found great joy in camping and traveling to campgrounds with loved ones, and she cherished the companionship of her beloved dogs. He will be remembered for her kindness, servant’s heart, and unwavering commitment to caring for others.

Friends will be received on Sunday, June 14th from 10 A.M.-12 noon and 2 P.M. until the time of services at 4 P.M. in the GABAUER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES Inc., 1133 Penn Avenue, New Brighton, who was in charge of her arrangements. Dr. Morris Book will officiate. Interment will take place at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester, at a later date.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Susan’s cousin Christine Hall for spending time with her monthly and lifting her spirits. Susan and her family deeply appreciated the thoughtfulness shown to her. In addition to Susan’s cousin, the family would like to extend a thank you to the staff of Concordia at Villa St. Joseph for their kindness and compassion during hospice care.

Miles Laird (Larry) Gregory, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on June 3nd, 2026, following a lengthy and debilitating illness, known as Forestier’s Disease. After a fall and multiple back surgeries in December, the complications became too much for him to overcome. He passed away at home, surrounded by his loved ones.

Beverley Ann Hissam, 68, of Monaca, passed away on June 2nd, 2026, after a life marked by talent and love for her family and community. She was preceded in death by her mother, Rosalee Riffle Hissam, and her brother, Ronald “Kirk” Hissam. She is survived by her father, Kenneth (Vicki) Hissam, her niece, Rhianna Hissam- Graham, and her nephew, Landon Hissam.

Beverley was raised in Ambridge and was a proud graduate of Ambridge High School, where her gifts and determination began to take shape. She went on to earn a Bachelor degree in music education from Seton Hill University and later completed a Master degree in music education from Duquesne University. Her education reflected both her discipline and her deep appreciation for the arts, and it laid the foundation for a career that blended professionalism and creativity. She devoted much of her life to music and education. She served as a voice instructor and faculty member at Point Park University in Pittsburgh. Through her work, she touched many lives and left a lasting impression on those who had the privilege of learning from her. In addition to her work in education, she was employed in the banking industry with PNC Bank in Pittsburgh. She will be remembered with love and gratitude for the many ways she enriched the lives of others.

Friends will be received on Friday, June 5th from 3 p.m. until the time of a Celebration of Life at 5 p.m. at SIMPSON FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, who was in charge of her arrangements.

Private interment will take place on Saturday at St John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery, 1270 Chapel Road, Monaca.

The family has suggested memorial contributions may be made, if desired in Beverley’s memory to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa. PA 15001.

Judith “Judy” Wakelee, 83, a resident of Big Beaver Borough, passed away on May 26th, 2026. She was born in New Brunswick, New Jersey on October 6th, 1942, the daughter of the late Walter and Margaret (Balazs) Marchut. She is survived by her husband, John, a daughter and son-in-law, Jody Lin Lehocky and Gregory Lehocky, a daughter, Janeem Elaine Sanderson, three grandchildren, Kennedy Rose Dikec, with her husband, Timur Dikec, Savannah Lynn Young, and Connor James Young, a great-granddaughter, Ayla Rose Dikec, and a sister and brother-in-law, Elaine and George Wallace of Flemington, New Jersey.

Judith attended Rutgers University in New Jersey where she pursued an associate’s degree in business and marketing. She was a member of the Chippewa United Methodist Church where she served as Church Secretary from 1980 to 1995. In 1995, she became the Executive Secretary to the Bishop of the Western Pennsylvania Conference, The United Methodist Church in Cranberry Township. Following her retirement in 2003, she went on to work part-time at the Hello Shop in Chippewa Township and, later, to volunteer at Heritage Valley Medical Center in Beaver.  In accordance with her wishes, there will be no services. Arrangements have been entrusted to Corless-Kunselman Funeral Services, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls.

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.

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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, 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.