L.W. Brown, 65, of Midland, formerly of Weirton, West Virginia, passed away in his sleep on August 26th, 2025.

He was born in East Liverpool, Ohio on June 26th, 1960, a son of the late L.W. and Evelyn Brown, Sr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by Jessie Eskridge and his sister, Annie Gomez. He is survived by his wife, Dawn Brown, his sons, Larry, Christian and Justin Brown, his daughter, Breona Buffington, his brothers, Willie Eskridge, David and Phillip Brown, his sister, Jennifer Baker and his grandchildren: Malachi, Donovan, Shantelle, Kiiona, Alaiya Brown and Iverson Buffington.

L.W. lived in Weirton, West Virginia for most of his life. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army who had worked in construction. He was a faithful member of Holiness Church of Christ of Industry.

Friends will be received on Thursday, September 4th, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Holiness Church of Christ, 6349 Tuscarawas Road, Industry.

Professional arrangements have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

A celebration of Patsy’s life will be announced at a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 340 Third Street, Beaver, who was honored to care for Patsy.

Memorial Contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Patsy’s name by clicking this link here. Give hope to kids with cancer.

Earl G. Spencer, 93, of Baden, passed away on August 28, 2025, at Cambridge Village of Beaver Falls. He was born in Punxsutawney on August 3rd, 1932, a son of the late Guy and Alta (Lowmaster) Spencer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Dorothy States Spencer, two sisters and two brothers. He is survived by his sons, Dennis (Eileen) Spencer and Kevin (Susan) Spencer, his daughters, Lorie (Robert) Schwertz and Lisa (Kevin) Allego and Carolyn Spencer, five granddaughters, Tracy, Laina, Alyssa, Sara and Emily; as well as nine grandsons: Nicholas, Reed, Joshua, Eric, Jacob, Jordan, Collin, Riley and Jeremey; along with five great-granddaughters, Aylish, Saorshe, Olivia, Megan, and Ashton; as well as six great-grandsons, Lawson, Miles, Aiden, Archer, Colter, Ryatt and another great-grandson on the way and a brother, Donald Spencer.

Earl worked as a welder for American Bridge. He worked for American Bridge for 35 years up until his retirement.  Earl loved to hunt and fish.  He would go elk hunting in Montana and take fishing trips to Canada.  Above all, Earl’s true passion in life was his family.  He was a great husband, father and provider.  Earl will be loved and missed always.

At the family of Earl’s request, his services are private. Arrangements have been entrusted to the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge.

Edna C. Curtaccio, 92, formerly of Bridgewater, passed away on August 27th, 2025, at Providence Health and Rehabilitation Center of Beaver Falls.

She was born in East Liverpool, Ohio on July 20th, 1933, a daughter of the late Harry and Mary Ann (Call) Robinson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Curtaccio, as well as her siblings: Richard, Herbert, Mary Elizabeth, Margaret, Lilly, and Jane. She is survived by her sons, John (Robin) Curtaccio and Michael Curtaccio, her grandchildren: Joshua (Beth) Curtaccio, Lucas (Christina) Curtaccio, Mitchell (Nicole) Curtaccio, Christina Curtaccio and her fiancé Chris, Laura Curtaccio, and Patti (Derek) Egolf; as well as seven great-grandchildren: Mara, Easton, Lucas, Addison, Finn, Colt, and Carson; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Following her high school graduation, Edna received her credentials as a Licensed Practical Nurse. She later retired from the former Beaver County Geriatric Center following many years of faithful service.  She was a devoted member of Saints Peter & Paul Church of Beaver, part of Our Lady of the Valley Parish, where she served as a greeter. In her free time, Edna was always known to be walking around town and was affectionately called the “Energizer Bunny”.

In keeping with the wishes of the family of Edna, all of her services will be held privately.

Interment will be in Spring Grove Cemetery, 1280 Lisbon Street, East Liverpool, Ohio.

The GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES (Branch), 340 Third Street, Beaver, was honored to care for Edna and her family during this time.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Edna’s honor can be made to Our Lady of the Valley Parish (St. Peter and Paul), 200 3rd St Beaver, PA 15009 or to the Alzheimer’s Association.

William D. Bair, Sr., 88, passed away on August 30th, 2025 surrounded by his three children. He was born on September 15th, 1936, a son of the late Hugh (Ted) and Elizabeth (Mamone) Bair. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Teddy, three brothers, Frank, Robert, Jack and a sister Theresa. He is survived by his son, William(Teresa) Bair, two daughters, Nina Ragozzino and Pauline(Scott) Engle, five grandchildren: Lee(Nick) Stein, Jenna(James) Johnston, Michael(Ewelina) Ragozzino, Chasity(Jason) Laufman and Josh Engle, as well as six great-grandchildren: Ava, Jazmine, Mateo, lzayah, Ian and Andi; along with one brother, Charles(Sherry) Bair and sisters-in-law, Mary Bair, Rosie(Frank) Barrela and Marcella Maldonado and many nieces and nephews.

William was a U.S. Army Veteran who served during the Korean War. While stationed in New Mexico, he met his beautiful wife, Dorothy. They married and made their home in Daugherty Township. He retired from Babcock and Wilcox and Majors Electric. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather who was loved by all.

The family of William would like to thank his wonderful family and friends for being there and the countless visits especially Steve, Dale, Rose & Dick, Reynoldo and Janet. The family of William would also like to thank Celebration Villa, Beaver Valley Rehabilitation and the Angels of Gateway Hospice.

In accordance with William’s wishes, all services will be private and services and arrangements have been entrusted to the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton.

Marie Minor, 76, of Ambridge, passed away on August 27th, 2025. She was born on July 29th, 1949, the daughter of the late John H. and Doris M. Minor. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Fanny and Henry Minor, her maternal grandparents, Walter and Marie Milligan, Sr., her uncle, Walter E. Milligan, Jr., and her aunt and uncle, Margaret and John Smith. She is survived by her cousins, Kathleen (George) Mendez and Suzanne (A.J. Miller) Connors; great cousins, Corey and Timothy Connors and Michael Mendez, along with her special friend, Bradley Dornish.

Marie worked for many years in the medical field, specializing in optometry. She later helped operate JDM Realty and also drove for Uber and Lyft. She had a lifelong love of animals, especially her parrots and her beloved dogs, Harley and the late Lucky. Known for her kindness and loyalty, she was a devoted friend to many.

A Celebration of Life for Marie will be held on Saturday, September 13th, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 8360 Perry Highway, Pittsburgh. Arrangements have been entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge.

Mary Jo Nahod (Josapak), 52, of Fombell, passed away peacefully at her home under hospice care on August 27th, 2025. She was born in Sewickley on August 17th, 1973, a daughter of Mary Ann Persson-Josapak and the late Steven Josapak. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her devoted husband, Michael Nahod, her siblings: Donna (Dennis Ferguson) Josapak, Steve (Sandi) Josapak, David (Kim Crognale) Josapak, and James Josapak; as well as her cherished nieces and nephews, Austin, Shane, and Taylor Josapak. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her beloved pets, who held a special place in her heart.

Mary Jo was a proud graduate of Freedom High School with their Class of 1991. She went on to study at the Pittsburgh Career Institute, where she earned her credentials as a veterinary technician. She dedicated her career to caring for animals, working in several veterinary clinics before finding her home at Pets in Harmony.

Mary Jo was known for her kind and compassionate spirit. She offered advice and support to anyone in need, especially when it came to caring for their pets. Even throughout her own illness, she continued to put others first. She loved traveling and spending time with her husband, especially riding their motorcycle with their dog, Nero. She shared a close bond with her brother Jim and cherished their adventures together. Her love for animals extended to visiting zoos whenever possible, but none compared to the devotion she had for her dog, Nero, and her cat, Terra.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to her mother-in-law, Mary, and her neighbor, Valerie, for the care and kindness they showed Mary Jo, as well as to Family Hospice for their exceptional support.

Family and friends will be received on Tuesday, September 2nd, from 4–7 p.m. at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge, who was in charge of her arrangements. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 3rd, at 10:30 a.m. at Good Samaritan Church, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery of New Sewickley.

Donations can be made to a local shelter or Family hospice.

David D. Dentler Jr., 68, passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 24th, 2025. He was born on April 4th, 1957, a son of the late David D. Dentler, Sr. and Florence Dentler. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepmother, Anne (Schaefer) Dentler and his son, Jeremy. He is survived by his siblings: Joseph (Bobbi) Dentler, Gary (Susan) Morgan, Jr., Mitchell (Sandy) Morgan and Sherree Fontenot: as well as many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, his goddaughter, Theresa (Danielle) Landry and his lifelong friend, Dan Davis.

After David graduated from Western Beaver High School, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served proudly as a hardcore Marine. He later attended McNeese University in Lake Charles, Louisiana. He was a wonderful caregiver, taking care of each of his parents. He was a favorite uncle! He was at every family celebration and brought fun and joy everywhere. He had the most infectious laugh. He was loved by family and will never be forgotten. His sister, Sherree loved him so much she called him Brother Dear. He lived life to the fullest not caring what other people thought of him. The people he loved could always count on him to be there for them. He will be greatly missed.

Friends will be received during a memorial visitation on Tuesday, September 2nd from 2 P.M., until the time of a service with full military honors, at 5 P.M. in the Schwerha-Noll Funeral Home, 629 Midland Avenue, Midland, who was in charge of his arrangements. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

Stanley (Stush) Pournaras, 71, of Big Beaver Borough, passed away on August 24th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, He was born in Sewickley on September 19th, 1953, a son of the late John and Susanne (Zakarian) Pournaras. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his infant twin sons, Anthony and Christopher Pournaras. He is survived by his loving children, Angelo Pournaras of Brooklyn, New York, Adam (Autumn) Pournaras of Beaver and Krista Pournaras of Rochester, seven grandchildren: Amelia of Brooklyn, New York, Kamryn, Braydon, Anthony, Sean of Beaver, Aiden and Kylie of Rochester, a brother, John Pournaras of Ambridge and his former wives, Sherry Cujas and Lynn Katekovich, both of Baden.

After serving the United States of America as a veteran of the United States Air Force, Stanley worked as a millwright at J&L Steel Corporation of Aliquippa. He also worked as a tax preparer at the John Pournaras Agency of Ambridge. He loved music, especially big band music and oldies music.

The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thanks to Stanley’s daughter-in-law, Autumn Pournaras, for the impeccable care and love she gave him, as his nurse aide, for the last several years.

Memorial contributions may be made, if desired, in Stanley’s memory to the National Kidney Foundation.

In accordance with Stanley’s wishes, there will be no formal funeral service. The family will have a private celebration of life for Stanley on his birthday on September 19th, 2025.

The GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, was honored to provide care and guidance to the Pournaras family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls.