Helen M. Baker, 98, formerly of Hopewell Township, passed away peacefully on March 14th, 2025, at Villa St. Joseph in Baden.

She was born in Pittsburgh. Helen’s early years were spent in the bustling city of Pittsburgh, where she was born into the family of Harry and Mary Murphy. Helen was a sister to George Murphy, Mary Grossi, Ruth (William Sr.) Laney and Joseph Murphy, all of whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Phillip Baker. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Violet Murphy and a host of nieces and nephews.

Helen was known professionally for her skill and dedication as a hairdresser. She was the former owner of a salon in Monaca, where she first made her mark in the beauty industry. Later, she continued to spread her expertise at a hair salon located on the 10th floor of Kaufmann’s Department Store in downtown Pittsburgh.

Beyond her accomplishments with scissors and comb, Helen was a skilled artist, which was a talent that brought joy to her and beauty to the world.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, March 19th from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. at Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca. The Hospice chaplain, Reverend Thomas Whipple will officiate. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery of Aliquippa.

Donna J. Suffoletta, 85, of Midland, passed away on March 14th, 2025.

She was born on December 18th, 1939, a daughter of the late Paul and Mary Dragelevich. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Jerry Suffoletta and her son, Danny Holava. She is survived by her son, Jerry (Tammy) Suffoletta and her granddaughter, Ella.

Donna was a member of St. George Serbian Orthodox Church of Midland. She enjoyed golfing with her husband and listening to music. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother.

Friends will be received on Thursday, March 20th from 10 a.m. until the time of Service at 12 noon at the Schwerha-Noll Funeral Home, 629 Midland Avenue, Midland. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver.

She will be laid to rest with her husband at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville.

Richard A. Wagner, 82, of Sewickley, a well-known antique dealer, appraiser and auctioneer, passed away on March 12th, 2025 from cancer and lung disease. He was born on September 1st, 1942, a son of the late Carl Franklin and Helen (Evans) Wagner. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Carl F. Wagner, Jr. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Marianne (Erny) Wagner.

Richard earned his bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from Bethany College and spent his career in the antiques business and performing estate and fine arts appraisals. During that time, he also taught antiques courses at Community College and was an appraiser at Pittsburgh’s Hidden Treasures on KDKA TV.  Richard was an avid duck hunter, collector and member of the KRA.  In his youth, he participated in the North-South Skirmish re-enactors and in later years exhibited at numerous antique and civil war shows.

He will be sadly missed by his family, friends and many colleagues.

All services are private at this time. The Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Moon Township, 1522 Coraopolis Heights Road, is in charge of his arrangements.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Theodore “Ted” J. Martin, 94, of Beaver, passed away on March 14th, 2025, at Good Samaritan Hospice in Wexford.
He was born in Pittsburgh on November 26th, 1930, a son of the late Charles and Marie (Davis) Martin. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Ann (Barnes) Martin, his daughter, Linda Kopicko, two brothers, Charles and William Martin, his sister, Carroll Mihlfried and his daughter-in-law, Karen Andrasko.

He is survived by one son, William (Katrina) Andrasko of Nolensville, Tennessee, four daughters: Laurie (Gilbert) Villanueva of Pittsburgh, Marcie (David) Hough of Chesapeake, Virginia, Kellie (William) Disario of Cape Coral, Florida and Betsy (Douglas) Kopicko of Beaver; one son-in-law, John Kopicko of Bellevue, 12 grandchildren: John Scott (Susan) Kopicko, William (Lisa) Andrasko, Robert (Lauren) Kopicko, Jason (Kodi) Andrasko, Jaimie (Justin) Dzelzkalns, Sarah (Evan) Disario, Ada Villanueva, Andrew Disario, Evan Villanueva, Justin Kopicko, Ethan Kopicko and Rachel Kopicko; 9 great grandchildren, his sisters, Eleanor Martin, Jean Babowal and Lois Martin, as well as several nieces, nephews and their families.

Theodore was a proud graduate of North Catholic High School. He worked at Mellon Bank for 35 years, where he served as an operations manager, gaining respect for his professionalism, work ethic, and leadership. Outside of his professional life, he was an avid golfer who loved reading and crossword puzzles. He was also a lover of travel, finding great joy in his vacations to Hawaii and Picton, Ontario, where he spent many relaxing days with his wife and family, surrounded by the beauty of nature. His greatest joy in life was his family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, always putting the needs of his loved ones first. He cherished the time spent with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, offering wisdom, laughter, and endless love. His deep bond with his family was the cornerstone of his life. In his later years, he embraced technology with enthusiasm, becoming a technically savvy senior citizen. He was an inspiration to all who knew him, always eager to learn and grow, no matter his age.
Friends and family will be received on Wednesday, March 19th, from 1 to 4 p.m. in the J & J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Theodore’s memory to Twelve Loaves Soup Kitchen, 1031 2nd Avenue, New Brighton, PA, 15066.

Gino DiNardo, 93, of West Aliquippa, affectionately known as ”Pig Iron” and “Unk,” passed away on March 13th, 2025.

He was born on July 4th, 1931, a son of the late Giovanni and Antoiniella (DiPietriantonio) DiNardo. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Philomena DiNardo and Helen D. Sildra, two brothers, Constantine “Stundy” DiNardo and Daniel DiNardo, two nephews, Michael DiNardo and Daniel DiNardo and his beloved dog, Snowball.
He was a member of St. Titus Church of Aliquippa.
Gino served as a corporal in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was a clarinet player in the band. Upon his discharge from the Army, he gained employment at J&L Steelworks as a pipefitter and retired after 50 years of service.
“Unk” was fond of gardening and maintained the tradition inherited from his father of replanting garlic and sharing it with his family and friends.

He is survived by his youngest sister, Yolanda D. Lucci, who wrote this wonderful memory about her brother. When Gino was a small boy, he had a small red wagon. He would walk around and pick up pieces of Pig Iron that fell from J&L trucks. These pieces he would sell back to J&L for a few pennies. Consequently, his friends nicknamed him Pig Iron. The name stayed with him all of his life.

Gino valued time with his family, including his nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews who survive him: Valerie Waldroff, Toni Ann (Steve) Turkall, Danielle (Danny) Bozic, Della Marie (Terry) Zona, Dr. John Alan Lucci, Dr. Edward B. Lucci, Joseph G. Lucci, John DiNardo and Nick DiNardo, as well as a great nephew and great niece, Ryan and Justine Turkall, who “Unk” enjoyed spending time with, including numerous other special great nieces and great nephews. Gino also had many special friends in “West” throughout his lifetime.

The family expresses their gratitude to the health care professionals who provided care to Gino over the years. These include retired podiatrist and dear friends: Dr. Albert Nalli and Barbara Nalli, Dr. Scholleart, Nick Pertile CRNP, Dr. Sandhu, staff at Concordia Villa St. Joseph, Dr. Saleem and nurses August and Janine at Heritage Valley Beaver.

Visitation will be on Monday, March 17th from 5-7 p.m. in the funeral home. Departing prayers will begin on Tuesday. March 18th at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. at St. Titus Church, 952 Franklin Avenue, Aliquippa. Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery and The Beaver County Special Unit will attend to present military honors.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made if desired in memory of Gino to the Beaver County Humane Society or the Heart and Lung Association.

Charles Albert Flook, 86, of New Sewickley Township, passed away on March 13th, 2025 at his home.

He was born in Allegheny County’s Marshall Township. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sandra Coleman Flook, his parents, Luther and Margaret Flook, his four infant children, his grandson, Nicholas Todd Flook, his brothers, Luther and Robert Flook, his sister, Hazel Wesley, his mother-in-law, Betty Jean Coleman and his brother-in-law, James Ross.

He is survived by his two sons, Michael C. Flook and Todd A. Flook (Edward Hixenbaugh), his grandsons, Michael J. and Steven Flook, and his great-grandson, Soren Flook, a daughter in law Lenora  Gagliardi, his five siblings: James (Janice) Flook, Doris Ross, Thomas (Brenda) Flook, Shirley (Paul) Stieber and Margaret (James) Goodsite; along with his sister-in-law, Jenny Flook and brother-in-law, William Hightower.

Charles retired from Teledyne Standard in Rochester. After retirement, he continued to apply his skills at Veka Window Manufacturing in North Sewickley Township.

He served his country as a U.S. Army veteran stationed in Germany during the early 1960s.

He was also an avid car enthusiast. Charles’ passion for Ford Mustangs was more than a hobby; it was a part of who he was. He spent countless hours working on, talking about and driving his beloved cars. His enthusiasm for the classic American muscle car brought joy to his life and connected him with a community of fellow enthusiasts who shared his passion.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 18th from 2 – 6 pm at Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca. Interment will take place Wednesday at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park.

Minnie Johnson, 82, of Aliquippa, passed away on March 1st, 2025.
She was born in Montgomery, Alabama on May 4th, 1942, the daughter of the late Nina Lue Odom and James Tucker Johnson. She is survived by her loving son and daughter-in-law, and daughter, Jamel ( Elaine) Johnson and Nina Johnson, along with her cherished grandchildren, Ashlee, James and Maliya.
Minnie was a homemaker dedicated to her family. Minnie consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic. She was a receptionist at Blue Cross/Blue Shield and after leaving Pittsburgh, she worked as a telemarketer, did housekeeping work and assisted with school pictures at Shiftlet Picture Studio. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Anthony Mastrofransesco Funeral Home, Inc., 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa.

Robert “Bob” Harold Huston, 73, of Beaver Falls, passed away on March 13th, 2025 at his residence.

He was born in New Brighton on August 18th, 1951, the son of the late Paul R. and Lelah May (Hoschar) Huston.

Robert was a graduate of Beaver Falls High School. He went on to serve our country as a Marine. Robert also enjoyed golfing in his free time.

Interment with Military Honors will be on Monday, March 17th at 12 Noon at Grandview Cemetery of Beaver Falls.

The Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, was honored to care for Robert and his family during this time.

Robert Springer, 85, of Ohioville, formally of Monaca, passed away unexpectedly on March 13th, 2025. He was preceded in death by a brother, Jim. He is survived by his wife, Eleanor (Kenny) Springer. In April, they would have celebrated their 65 th wedding anniversary. He was the father of five children: Bob (Mary) Springer of Chippewa, the late Lori Lewis, Linda (Joe) Smith of Monaca, Carol (Dan) Onuska of Ohioville and Cathy (Greg) Altenbaugh of Ohioville.

He was an amazing and very special Pap to fifteen grandchildren: Jake, Josh (Amy) and Shane (Kim) Springer, Bethany and Kelly Lewis, Amanda (Nolan) Lambert, Tom (Marika) Smith, Katherine (Saleem) Salimi, Jim (Casey) Schrecengost, Danny Schrecengost, Angie (Der rick) Thomas, Donna Schrecengost, Tabitha Springer, Cody and Zach Altenbaugh. He is also survived by 16 great grandchildren and the seventeenth due any day: Makenzie, Sydney, Aiden, Josie, James, Michael, Elizabeth, Caleb, Brooklyn, Summer, Emerson, Elliott, Maxson, Karter, Henry and Ricky. He is also survived by two sisters, Bert Tinklepaugh and Pat (Don) Welsh.

Robert worked at J&L / LTV Steel for 42 years. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Rochester and a lifetime member of the Midland Sportsman’s Club.

He enjoyed spending time in the outdoors with his children and grandchildren, teaching and making many memories.

In lieu of flowers, friends and family may make a donation in Bob’s name to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation or the Parkinson’s Foundation.

Family will receive friends on Sunday, March 16th from 12 noon– 6 p.m. at Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, where services will be held on Monday, March 17th at 10:30 a.m.