Craig Edward Hocanson, 60, of Patterson Township, passed away unexpectedly on August 31st, 2025. He was born in Beaver Falls on November 13th, 1964, a son of the late Harold Leroy and Caroline Virginia Douds Hocanson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Katlyn Marie Hocanson, his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Hengust and Jean Robinson and two brothers, Phil Hocanson and Brian Hocanson. He is survived by his wife, Kimberly Jean Robinson Hocanson, one sister, Cheryl and John Fabyanic, four sisters-in-law and their spouses: Lindaly and Winfield Stewart, Susan Robinson, Dana and Tony Snow, and Jane and Victor Bovalino; and special friends Niki and Wyatt; as well as numerous beloved nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, along with one on the way.

Craig enjoyed sports and going hunting, but most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his friends and family. He was also a committed member of the PA Snow Seekers and the West Mayfield Vets. A memorial visitation will be held Wednesday, September 10th, from 6 P.M. until the time of service at 8 P.M. in the CORLESS-KUNSELMAN FUNERAL SERVICES, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of his arrangements. Pastor Allan Brooks will officiate and the Beaver County Honor Guard will perform full military honors.

James Kenneth Ford, 72, of South Heights, Pennsylvania passed away on the morning on September 2th, 2025 at Heritage Valley Hospital of Sewickley. He was born in South Heights on July 29th, 1953, a son of the late Francis E. and Helen A. (Diamond) Ford.
He is survived by his wife, Jacqueline L. (Quattelbaum) Ford, with whom he celebrated 32 years of marriage with in June of 2025. He is also survived by two sons, James Patrick Ford and his wife, Shana and Michael Joseph Ford, three grandchildren, Maddie, Leah, and Adam Ford, four brothers: Edward H. Ford and his wife Patty, Francis E. Ford Jr., Robert V. (Vic) Ford and Mark D. Ford, three sisters, Elaine M. Possino and her husband, Alex, Sue A. Grunewald and Shirley A. Zick, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
James retired from Safeway Supermarket in Maryland where he worked as a Store Manager for 20 years. After relocating to Florida, he continued to work as a Produce Manager for The Fresh Market in Florida. He moved back home to South Heights in 2021 after living in Boynton Beach, Florida for sixteen years. He loved the warm weather, beaches, and fishing, but wanted to be closer to family.
He was an avid sports fan and closely followed the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates. He especially enjoyed family gatherings to celebrate special occasions, tell stories, and play cards, but most of all, he loved his family.
He made a lasting impression on everyone he met and his presence will be greatly missed by all.
In accordance with James’ request, there will be no viewing or funeral service. The family appreciates the love and support during this difficult time. Arrangements have been entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge.

Norma Jean Soisson, 88, of Beaver Falls, passed away peacefully on September 1st, 2025, in the comfort of her home with her family by her side.

She was born in Rochester on August 7th, 1937, the daughter of the late Floyd and Edna (Egan) Murton-Depner. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Donald R. Soisson, Sr., her siblings, Floyd Murton, Bobbie Murton, and Johnny Murton and a son-in-law, Rich Medziuch.

She is survived by her loving children, Donald (Kathy) Soisson, Jr., Christine Medziuch, Darla (Mike) Davis, and Laura Thompson, her grandchildren: Michael (Jessica), Christiana, Casey (Dennis), Shannon (Warren), Jami, Donnie (Jenessa), Ryan (Crystal), and Andrew (Nicole); as well as her great-grandchildren, Joshua, Talon, Devon, Addison, Brantley, Weston, Dalton, Hudson, Jaiden, Connor, Calli, Emersyn, and Grant; along with her brother, Raymond Murton and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Norma was a homemaker and an adored mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.  She loved her family fiercely and cherished the precious moments she spent with them. In later years, Norma was a cook at Lil Joe’s Bar & Grille in beaver Falls for 18 years, where she was affectionately known as “Mamaw”.  In her free time, she enjoyed traveling to Florida, making jewelry, and spending time with her animals.

In accordance with Norma’s wishes, she will be cremated and no services are being planned at this time.

The GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls was honored to provide care and guidance to Norma’s family during this time and was in charge of her arrangements.

Jack L. Hemer, 81, of Cranberry Township, passed away on August 31st, 2025 at UPMC Passavant Hospital of McCandless Township. He was born in Beaver Falls on April 1st, 1944, the son of the late Harry J. and Helen (McClurg) Hemer.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his younger sister, Carol Rodefer. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife Marie (Cercone), his sons and daughters-in-law, Richard and Lona Hemer, Thomas and Heidi Hemer, a bonus son, Rob D’Atri (partner Rachna Rajen) and he was the proudest supportive grandfather of: Tommy Hemer, Nick Hemer, Brooklyn Hemer, Amanda (Ray) Guy, Taylor D’Atri, Austin D’Atri and Lucas D’Atri. He is also survived by his great grandchildren, Piper, Silas and Deklan Guy, his twin sister and her husband, Jacquelyn and John Axtell, his sisters-in-law, Marlene (late John) Admonius and Alisa Schell, his brother-in-law, Bill Schell, along with his nieces, his nephews, his cousins and many close lifelong friends.

Jack lived most of his life in Monaca. He was an honor student and a proud graduate of Monaca High School, Class of 1962. He was an outstanding athlete who held the school record for highest individual scoring in a single varsity men’s basketball game (46 pts) for nearly three decades and attended Wichita State University on a full basketball scholarship. He was a highly successful real estate broker/owner, past president of the Beaver County Association of Realtors and a past recipient of the prestigious Realtor of the Year award which is voted upon by peers in the profession. After selling his business he became a partner at Excel Mortgage Corp until his retirement. His love of sports was a lifelong passion/addiction. If the sport involved a ball, club, bat, stick or puck, you better believe he was watching. He was even known to place one tv on top of another plus have the radio on and be listening to all three. He brought a new meaning to “simulcast”. Not only was he a participant but he also coached his sons and other youngsters in their sporting endeavors and also served as assistant basketball coach at Center Township, now Central Valley High School. He was also a WPIAL basketball and football official for 36 years. He was kind, gentle, caring and humble and unknowingly influenced many others to be better by example.

A visitation will be held on Monday, September 8th from 2-6 p.m. with services immediately following at SIMPSON FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, who was in charge of his arrangements. Private interment will be at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester in the Hemer Family plot.

The family of Jack would like to extend their heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the Hillman/Cranberry Cancer Center as well as Passavant Hospital/McCandless for unbelievable, incomparable care, and compassion from doctors, nurses and support staff without exception.

Thelma “Tee” A. Mamula, 92, formerly of Monaca and Vanport, passed away peacefully on September 2nd, 2025, at her daughter Kelli’s home in Butler. She was born in Monaca, a daughter of the late Allen “Doc” and Thelma (Llewellyn) Henry. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Sam Mamula, her daughter, Cindy Johnston, her son, Scott Baker, and her granddaughter, Amanda. She was the last of her immediate family and was also preceded in death by her siblings: Jean (Fred) Johnson, Doris (Ray) Conley, Barbara (Tom) Ely and Ronald (Roberta) Henry. She is survived by her devoted children: David Wayne (Donna) Johnston, Robert Baker, Michael (Bobbie) Baker, and Kelli Jo (Tony) Mason. She was the proud grandmother to Krystle, Brandon, Jay, Angie, Carrie, Tracey, Nicole, and Jacob. Her joy was multiplied sevenfold by her great-grandchildren. In addition to her immediate family, she leaves behind a wide circle of nieces, nephews, and friends. Her memory will be forever held in the hearts of her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, siblings, and a multitude of friends and acquaintances whose lives she touched.

Thelma began her working career as a long-distance telephone operator for Bell Telephone Company and later served the public as a meter maid for the Monaca Parking Authority and at the Beaver County Courthouse in the Recorder of Deeds Office. She concluded her career as an advisor for HAP, retiring in 1999 after years of exemplary service. She was also deeply involved in her community and church. She was a longtime member of the Monaca United Methodist Church, she actively participated in the SMOs (Senior Methodist Organization), the CLIPS class, Methodist Women, and the church choir. Her faith was also expressed through her service as a Sunday School teacher and her participation on the church bowling team. Her desire to give back to her community was evident in her volunteer work with the Crimson Line at the former Beaver County Geriatric Center. She found joy in exercising at the Beaver County YMCA and enjoyed being a member of the Speyer Avenue Card Club.

Thelma’s life will be celebrated with her family on Thursday, September 4th from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. at SIMPSON FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where services will be held on Friday, September 5th at 11 A.M. with Chaplain Terrance of Grane Hospice officiating. Interment will follow in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester.

The family would like to thank Grane Hospice for their dedication and compassionate care that they provided Tee.

Those wishing to make a memorial contribution in Thelma’s memory are asked to please consider the DAV (Disabled American Veterans) Organization, (412-395-6241).

Patricia Anna Wivell, 89, formerly of Ambridge, passed away peacefully on August 26th, 2025 in Livonia, Michigan. She was born in Pittsburgh on April 25th, 1936, a daughter of the late Patrick Kavanagh and Anna (Mildner) Kavanagh. She was also the beloved wife of the late Edward Wivell, with whom she shared 53 loving years of marriage. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her sister, Kathleen Kavanagh. She is survived by her children, Edward P. (Michelle) Wivell of Stuart, Florida, Mary Ann Wivell (Randy Arndt) of Atlanta, Georgia, and Colleen Wivell (Rob Paine) of Canton, Michigan and six cherished grandchildren: Trace Pierce, Trevor and Derrick Arndt, Bryce, Anna, and Lizzy Paine. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law, Joanne Strasbaugh of Mars, Pennsylvania, and Gertrude Connors of West End in Pittsburgh, as well as many loving nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

Patricia was a caring mother, grandmother, and friend who dedicated her life to her family and her Catholic faith. Her gentle spirit, unwavering faith and quiet strength touched those who knew her. For the past four years, Patricia made her home at American House in Westland, Michigan, where she embraced life fully and formed meaningful friendships. She loved participating in the many activities offered, including bingo, music and entertainment nights, rosary and communion services, exercise classes, and even the occasional trip to the local casino. She was deeply loved by the residents and was cared for with great compassion by the staff.

Friends will be received on Saturday, September 6th from 9 A.M.-10:30 A.M. at Saint Luke the Evangelist Church, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge, followed by a  Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM. Interment will follow at Christ Our Redeemer Cemetery (Northside), 204 Cemetery Lane, Pittsburgh, where she will be laid to rest beside her husband.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to EWTN, 5817 Old Leeds Road, Irondale, AL 35210, a cause dear to Patricia’s heart.  Services and arrangements have been entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge.

Glenn David Revelant, 69, of Vanport, passed away on August 31st, 2025 at his residence. He was born in New Brighton on September 19th, 1955, a son of the late Nicholas Andrew and Myrtle Grace Avery Revelant. He is survived by his two sons, David Revelant and Jason Revelant, his brother, Daniel (Tammie) Revelant, his sister, Barbara (Gary) Gwin-Gleason, five grandchildren: Jayden Revelant, Rosella Laughlin, Bryce Revelant, Cayden Butler, and Beau Butler along with many nieces and nephews.

Glenn found solace in the world of television, specifically becoming an avid fan of the classic show, M*A*S*H*. In accordance with Glenn’s wishes, all services were private. Professional services and arrangements were entrusted to CORLESS-MATTER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, LLC, 1133 Church Street, Ambridge. Interment will be private at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester.

Joseph Carmen Alicandro Sr., 90, of New Sewickley Township, passed away on August 30th, 2025, in Providence Health Care and Rehabilitation Center of Beaver Falls. He was born in Paterson, New Jersey on May 31st, 1935, a son of the late Vincent and Rose Sedicino Alicandro.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a grandson, Matthew Alicandro, a brother, Phillip Alicandro, a sister and brother in law, Lucy and Henry Mathlage, a brother in law, Edward Charlovich and a brother in law, Gino DiVecchio.He is survived by his wife of seventy years, Geraldine Ann “Gerry” Charlovich Alicandro, four daughters and two sons in law, Janice A. Alicandro of New Sewickley Township, Mary Lynn Alicandro of Rochester, Diane and John Everett, Carol and Robert Boyle, one son and daughter in law, Joseph C., Jr. and Desiree Alicandro, all of New Sewickley Township, four grandchildren: Megan (Joseph) Gregorini of Imperial, Pennsylvania, Colton Pander of Rochester, Senior Airmen Shane Everett and Mayson Everett of New Sewickley Township, one great grand daughter, Willow Ray Pander, one sister, Nancy DiVecchio of Monaca, two sisters in law, Joane Charlovich, Baden and Sandra Charlovich of Georgia, a brother in law, Robert Charlovich of Conway and numerous nieces and nephews. He was a retired electrician with the former Hydril Company of Rochester, and a retired maintenance supervisor with Pittsburgh Tubular Shaft Company of Rochester Township. He was a member of St. Cecilia Roman Catholic Church of Rochester, part of Our Lady of the Valley Parish. He was also a member of the Big Knob AntiqueTractor and Equipment Association.

Friends will be received on Friday, September 5th from 3-7 p.m. in The William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester, who was in charge of his arrangements. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, September 6th at 10:30 a.m. at St. Cecilia Roman Catholic Church, 632 Virginia Avenue, Rochester. Interment will follow at St. Cecilia’s Cemetery, 761 Allendale Road, New Brighton.

Memorial contributions can be made to St. Cecilia’s Roman Catholic Church, 632 Virginia Avenue, Rochester, PA 15074.

The family of Joseph would like to thank Dr. Carl Sestito, the staff of Pinnacle Hospice and the 3rd floor staff of Providence Health and Rehabilitation Center for their compassionate care of their husband and father.

Garry  A. “Shorty” Johnston, 63, of Darlington, passed away at camp in Green Township, Pennsylvania on August 31st, 2025. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his mother and father in law, Paul and Corinne, his sister, Patty, his brother, Tom and his brother-in-law, Dick. He was born in Beaver Falls on November 10th, 1961, a son of the late Jack E. and Virginia M. (Boring) Johnston. He was the beloved husband to Linda (Schwartz) for 38 years. Together, they built a family rooted in laughter and endless love. He was a proud father to Melissa (Brian) Koah, Mike (Jess) Johnston, and Lyndsay (Mark) Kreshon, and a constant source of strength and guidance in their lives. He is also survived by his brothers, Butch (Judy) and Larry (Beth) and sister, Diana (John) Ott, his seven grandchildren, and five great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews, and many friends, who will carry on his memory with stories that bring smiles as much as tears. Garry was born and raised with a big heart and an even bigger smile and he lived a life defined by devotion to family, hard work, and his passions. He found joy outdoors as a member of the Beaver Falls Sportsman’s Association. Recently, he poured his energy into restoring his dream car: a 1965 Dodge Coronet. The project, done side-by-side with his children and family, was more than just a car; it was the symbol of his patience, determination, and a way to bring those he loved together. Those who knew him will remember his quick wit, wisdom, and the way he could turn ordinary moments into cherished memories. His presence was larger than life and absence leaves an irreplaceable hole in the heart of those who loved him.

Friends will be received on Friday, September 5^th from 1-3 P.M. and from 4 P.M. until the time of a service at 6 P.M. in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, PA 15010 who was in charge of his arrangements and where the family of Garry has asked that monetary donations be donated to to be sent to a charity of their choice at a later date.

Glenn A. Fusetti, 81, a husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on August 30th, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born in Beaver Falls on September 24th, 1943, a son of the late Joseph and Lena Fusetti of New Galilee. He is survived by his wife, Teri Huston of Darlington, his daughter, Erin Fusetti of Atlanta, Georgia, his stepson, Matthew (Melissa) Huston of Chippewa Township, his stepdaughter, Kelly (Phil) David of Philadelphia, his brother, William (Jean) Fusetti of Chippewa Township, five grandchildren, Chloe, Molly, and Kate Huston, and Max and Theo Glenn David; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Glenn was a United States Army Veteran, serving as an MP in Germany in the mid-sixties. He was the owner of E&B Oil Company in Beaver Falls where he delivered heating oil for over 30 years. Glenn was a passionate business owner and treated his customers like family, often going above and beyond to ensure they had fuel to keep warm during the cold months of winter. His love for the job kept the doors open of E&B until last summer, when he retired at age 81.

Glenn loved spending time with his family and grandchildren at “the barn” in New Galilee. He was an avid collector of John Deere and Ford Tractors and worked hard to keep them in prime condition. If he wasn’t tinkering in “the barn” or cutting grass, you could find him smiling and driving his tractors in local hometown parades.  In addition, Glenn enjoyed annual family summer fishing trips, casting for Northern Pike and Walleye in the beautiful lakes of Quebec, Canada.

Glenn was a member of St. Augustine Parish of Chippewa Township and was past president of the LMBA Club, New Galilee, for 13 years. The family would like to thank his many friends for their unwavering show of support, love, and care during the countless visits throughout the past year. The family of Glenn also appreciates the healthcare recently provided by AHN Hospice.

In accordance with Glenn’s wishes, all services will be private. The GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, has been honored to provide care and guidance to Glenn’s family during this time.

Memorial contributions may be made in Glenn’s name to McGuire Memorial Home,  New Brighton, 2186 Broadhead Road, Aliquippa.