Category: Obituaries
Angela J. Makoczy (1937-2024)
Angela J. Makoczy, 87, of Beaver Falls, passed away on December 23rd, 2024 at Heritage Valley Beaver.
She was born in Johnstown, Pennsylvania on August 29th, 1937, the daughter of the late John and Angela (Cieslik) Niton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frank E. Makoczy and siblings, Eddie, John “Pete”, Stan, Joe, Walter, Mary and Stephanie Niton. She is survived by her children, Dr. Frank J. Makoczy, Gregory M. (Maria) Makoczy and Tina (Mychael) Ritterhoff; two grandchildren, a sister, Julie Horvath, along with numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
Angela had graduated from UPJ with her associate’s degree and worked as a seamstress, hair stylist, baker and cake decorator, as well as worked for her son’s dental practice. She was a devoted member of St. Monica Church of St. Augustine Parish (the former Divine Teacher Parish). In her free time, Angie enjoyed cooking, walking her dogs, and traveling.
Friends will be received in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, on Saturday, January 4th from 10:30 A.M. until departing prayers at 11:30 A.M.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on January 4th at 12:00 (Noon) at St. Monica Church of St. Augustine Parish, 116 Thorndale Drive, Beaver Falls.
Entombment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery.
Angie’s family wishes to extend a heartfelt “Thank You” to the staff of Villa St. Joseph, especially Katelyn, Randy and Sheila.
Katherine R. Hogue (1982-2024)
Katherine R. Hogue, 42, of Baden, formerly of Beaver, passed away unexpectedly at home on December 20th, 2024.
She was born in Beaver on March 19th, 1982, a daughter of Thomas Hogue of Brighton Township and the late Deborah Barker Hogue. In addition to her father, she is survived by her sister, Liz (Jeff Melhorn) Hogue of Cranberry Township, her brother, Ross C. Hogue of Brighton Township and a large family of cousins, aunts, uncles and many coworkers and friends.
Katherine was a 2000 graduate of Beaver Area High School, who went on to earn a bachelor’s degree from Geneva College in 2006, and an additional degree in nursing from Robert Morris University. She worked for both Encompass, Sewickley and UPMC Mercy as a clinical supervisor. She was an active member of Victory Family Church in Cranberry, and could be found working for several charity events, raising money for diabetes research. She had just purchased her first home in Baden.
In accordance with Katherine’s wishes, all services were private. Professional arrangements have been entrusted to Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third St., Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.
Memorial contributions in Katherine’s name may be made to a diabetes charity of your choice.
Nancy Ann Sheets (1934-2024)
Nancy Ann Sheets, 90, of Pulaski Township, passed away in the comfort of her son’s home on December 22nd, 2024.
She was born in Wilkinsburg on July 27th, 1934, the daughter of the late Harvey and Beulah (Long) Olliver. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Sheets, a daughter, Paula Sheets, a grandson, Brad Sheets, and a great-grandson, Lance Graham. She is survived by her children, Carla Williams, Lisa Ayres and Lee (Joanne) Sheets, grandchildren: Jamie Graham, Brooklynne Book, Jason Marcello, Waylon Beal, Joshua (Ioanna) Sheets, and Jacob (Teeka) Sheets; several great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, her siblings, Paul Long, Karen Zalewski and Robert (Mary) Belcher, along with numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
Nancy was a homemaker and a lifelong member of the Marion Hill Christian and Missionary Alliance Church of New Brighton.
In accordance with Nancy’s wishes, no services are being planned.
Private interment will be in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park.
The GABAUER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1133 Penn Avenue, New Brighton, was honored to provide care and guidance to Nancy’s family during this time.
Cary Don Smith (Passed on December 19th, 2024)
Cary D. Smith, 68, of New Brighton, passed away at home on December 19th, 2024. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sheree Smith. Cary is survived by his sister, Jo Ellen (Bob), his son, Josh Maley (Kim Maley) of Center Township, and his cherished grandchildren: Justin Maley, Jaden Maley, Liam Maley, Ashton Maley, and Alyssa Maley. He was also a proud great-grandfather to Esme Maley and Levi Maley. Cary also leaves behind his dear friend, Denise Barber, and many close friends in McNitt Apartments where he lived.
Cary will be remembered for the love he shared with his family and friends, and his passion for the Buffalo Bills. A private viewing was held by the family at Simpson Funeral Home and Cremation Services on December 21st, and a public memorial to celebrate his life will be held after the holidays. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca.
Betty J. Ravey (1930-2024)
Betty J. Revay, 94, passed away on December 20th, 2024 at Cambridge Village in Beaver Falls.
She was born in Monaca on August 10th, 1930, the daughter of the late Mario Lucente and Julia (Tokas) Lucente. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Richard Lucente, Mario Lucente, Rose Book and Victor Lucente. She is survived by her three daughters, Kim, Karen and Tammy, seven grandchildren: Abby, Audrey, Aly, Aaron, Matthew, Amanda and Robert; three brothers, Gary (Rose) Lucente, Gerry (Christine) Lucente and Ronald Lucente, along with five great grandchildren.
Betty was the wife of Edward Revay, who celebrated over 50 years of marriage. She was a lifelong resident of Monaca. She started working at Callagans Pharmacy and then was employed by the National Bank of Beaver County and its successors until retirement. She enjoyed all the different positions she had during her years at the bank and loved working with the people of Monaca.
Betty loved dancing with Edward, singing, shopping, traveling and playing the slot machines, especially in Las Vegas. She was a member of the Christian Mothers and a volunteer for the Meals on Wheels, who was always happy to help at the St. Johns Church fundraisers.
Friends and family will be received on Friday, December 27th from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. at Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, where prayers will be offered on Saturday, December 28th at 9:15 A.M. A Mass of Christian burial will follow at 10 A.M. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church of Monaca. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery.
The family asks that memorial contributions be made in Betty’s name to the Beaver County Humane Society or Beaver County Cancer & Heart Association.
Adel Ayoub (1942-2024)
Adel Ayoub, 82, of Oakdale, passed away on December 22nd, 2024. He was born on October 22nd, 1942, the beloved son of the late Mikhail and Maomi Ayoub.
He is survived by his wife of fifty-five years and their family.
Family and friends are welcome to attend a funeral service on Tuesday, December 24th at 11 A.M. at Saint Mary’s Coptic Orthodox Church, 995 Melrose Avenue, Ambridge. Arrangements are entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge.
George R. Bartimac (1926-2024)
George R. Bartimac, 98, of Baden, passed away at home on December 18th, 2024. He was born in Freedom on September 14th, 1926, the son of the late Angelo and Mary Bartimac. In addition to his parents, George was preceded in death by his daughter, Deborah Syrak, son, Ronald Bartimac, stepson, Gregory Allen Peter and several siblings.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years, Helen Bartimac, children, Dawn Turner and Rhonda Walters, stepson, Jack D. Peters, sister, Stella Lorenz, two cherished grandchildren, Shawn McNair and Pamela Siebert, special friend and caregiver, Mark Hartle, close friends Brenda and John Maxiener, Jennie Nelson, along with many others.
George proudly served as a corporal in the United States Navy during World War II, where he was awarded a Purple Heart. After his service, he worked for the Borough of Baden as a road crew foreman for over ten years, and later at J&L and Armco until his retirement. He had a love for country western music and enjoyed tending to his vegetable garden. He was also a former member of the Baden American Legion.
Helen would like to express her heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Jeffrey Hein for the excellent care he provided to George.
Family and friends are invited to a visitation on Saturday, December 28th from 12 P.M. until 4 P.M., as well as a blessing service at 2 P.M. at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge. Interment will take place at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies at a later date.
William E. Bainbridge (1962-2024)
William E. Bainbridge, 62, of Midland, passed away unexpectedly on December 21st, 2024 at Heritage Valley Beaver.
He was born in Pittsburgh on June 8th, 1962, the son of the late Robert and Violet Bainbridge.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Sinda Conner and his brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Linda Bainbridge. He is survived by his sons, James and John Bainbridge, sisters, Bonnie (Bruce) Williams, Kathy (Randy Cook) Martin and Barbara (Peter) Berg, brother-in-law, Terry Conner, grandchildren: Chandler, Olivia, Haylee, Isabella, Hazelynn, and Jacob; his former wife, Marjorie Brown, his numerous nieces and nephews, along with his faithful four-legged companion, Pretty Boy.
William was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan who loved to fish, camp and scrap.
In accordance with William’s wishes, no public services were held.
Professional Arrangements have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.
Marilyn C. Winkle (1946-2024)
Marilyn C. Winkle, 78, of Rochester Township, passed away on December 20th, 2024 in her home. She was born on December 2nd, 1946, a daughter of the late Elder R. & Edna Landis Sr. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Calvin, a son, Michael Winkle, a son-in-law, Jeffrey Bable and a grandson, Eric Bable. She is survived by her daughter, Kimberly Bable, three grandchildren, Jeffrey (Meghan Schieman) Bable, Taylor (Tyler) Adams, and Chase (Zoey Blanchard) Winkle, a great grandson Thomas Jeffrey Adams, three brothers, Elder R. “Junior” (Donna) Landis, Samuel (Judy Frank) Landis and David Jay (Lori) Landis, a brother-in-law, Harold “Kuch” (Linda) Winkle and a daughter-in-law, Tammy Wright, along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Marilyn worked for many years at the Medical Center as a clinical technician. She was a longtime and active member of New Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church where she was a member of WELCA. She was the Judge of Elections for Rochester, enjoyed playing cards, and volunteering for Meals on Wheels. She was an amazing mother, grandmother, aunt, and sister who will be missed.
Friends will be received on Thursday, December 26th, from 2-4 p.m. & 6-8 p.m. at Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Rochester. A funeral service will be held on Friday, December 27th, at 11 a.m. in her church, New Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church, 200 2nd Avenue, Freedom.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to New Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church.








