Mildred Crawford, 90, of South Beaver, formerly of College Hill, passed away on August 3, 2024 at Beaver Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.

She was born on September 2, 1933, in New Brighton, the daughter of the late Raymond L. and Florence Borne Glaab. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband Arthur L. Crawford, Sr.; son, Paul Crawford; two brothers, Paul (Margie) Glaab, and Raymond (Beth) Glaab; and two sisters, Jane (Lew) Cozart, and Shirley Tesch. She is survived by four children, Arthur L. (Linda) Crawford Jr., Janet (Mike) Crespo, Judy (Rick) Smith, Donn (Amy) Crawford; daughter-in-law, Paula Crawford; brother-in-law, Zigmund Tesch; and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.

Mildred was a lifelong member of New Brighton Free Methodist Church, where her strong faith guided her actions and shaped her character. Her dedication to her church community was evident in all aspects of her life. She found solace and joy in bird watching, spending countless hours observing and admiring the beauty of nature. Her passion for this hobby brought her moments of peace and reflection throughout her life. Mildred had an unwavering love for her family and grandchildren, she enjoyed spending time with them.

A celebration of life will be held Saturday, August 10 at 11 A.M. at the New Brighton Free Methodist Church, 925 11th St, New Brighton.

Professional Services were handled by the Hill and Kunselman Funeral Home, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls.

Betty E. (Rutherford) Supples, 90, of Ambridge, passed away on August 3, 2024 in her home.  She was born on September 17, 1933 in Union, South Carolina, the daughter of the late William McKinley Rutherford & Mamie (Dodson) Rutherford.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her two daughters, Mary E. Bell & Dionne Johnson, a brother David Rutherford, three sisters, Julia Royer, Mamie Farr & Edith Ryan, a grandson, Eric Bell, first husband Russell Johnson Sr., and second husband Leroy Supples.

She is survived by her three children: Sandra Johnson of Aliquippa, Linda Johnson of Ambridge & Russell Johnson Jr. (Bridget) of Delaware and seven grandchildren: Brandi Johnson-Ellis, Jamar Ellis, Kailin Ellis, Angela Freeman, Malcolm Bell Jr., Hezekiah Johnson and Omri Johnson.

Betty was a Deaconess in her church, who participated in many organizations and fund raising. She was a very vocal choir member, an avid bowler, and was known to all by her fiesty personality.

Friends will be received on Monday August 12th from 10 A.M. until the time of Funeral Service at 12 noon in the Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Aliquippa. 2345 Mill Street, Aliquippa with private interment taking place at Beaver Falls Cemetery.

Janet Blanche Barnes Felo was born on March 15, 1937, in New Brighton to R. Ross and Blanche Haney Barnes. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Robert J. Felo, and her three brothers, Robert, William, and Jack Barnes. Janet is survived by her sister, Carole Kirschler of Allison Park, two sons, Andrew R. Felo (wife Donna) of Ambridge and Kelly A. Felo (wife Christina) of Rochester, several nieces and nephews, and her brother-in-law Donald Felo of Freedom, PA. She married Robert J. Felo on April 25, 1959. In her early years, Janet worked at her parents’ service station and grocery store on 9th Street Extension, where she pumped gas and served customers. After graduating from high school in 1955, she spent four years in the sales department at Hydril Pike Company. She then worked at Marietta Cement Pipe Company on Neville Island for a year before being laid off. Janet’s final job was in the bookkeeping department at Freedom National Bank in Freedom. Janet was a loving grandmother to Brielle K. Warriner (husband David) of Norristown, Pennsylvania, Robert N. Felo (fiancée Kerry) of Alexandria, Virginia, Baylee I. Felo of Monroe, New York, and Cody Risch (wife Lauryn) of Butler, Pennsylvania. Recently, Janet became a great-grandmother to triplets Lily, Layla and David Warriner, and great-grandmother to Bennet and Norah Risch. Janet was also blessed with two special friends, Janet K. and Janet J..  Friends will be received on Sunday, August 11 from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge. A funeral service will be held on Monday, August 12 at the funeral home, officiated by Pastor Susan Irons, with burial following at Rehoboth Cemetery. Janet’s full obituary can be viewed at alvarezhahnfs.com. The family requests that memorial contributions be made in Janet’s name to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, www.cff.org.

Lisa M. (Bates) Petrick, 57, of Hopewell Township, passed away at home on August 4, 2024. She was born in Aliquippa on June 24, 1967, the daughter of Charles Bates & the late Nancy (Taylor) McFarland.

In addition to her mother, Lisa was preceded in death by her brother Charles E. Bates, step father Robert McFarland, her grandparents, Charles & Mary Bates of Wireton, and John & Lucille Taylor of South Heights.

In addition to her father, Lisa is survived by her two brothers, Edward Anderson, NJ and Richard Anderson of Hopewell Township, and her step mother, Paula Bates, her ex-husband, Tim Petrick of Moon Township, uncle John Taylor and his wife Julie of Hopewell, and cousin Denise (Taylor) Huerta and husband Sergio of Pineville, North Carolina.

Lisa was a graduate of Ambridge High School and retired from UPS after 20 + years of service.

All services are private.

Memorial contributions can be made to the MS Society of Pittsburgh. The Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Aliquippa is in charge of arrangements.

Peggy M. Krut, 76, of Daugherty Township, passed away on August 4, 2024 in Villa-St. Joseph.

Born on August 6, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Bruce and Fay (Measel) Forrester. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Kelly Krut. She is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Ronald P. Krut; two daughters, Christina (Jools) Bourne and Julie Krut; three grandchildren, Taylor Vukich, Kalob Strohecker and Kyle Strohecker; a sister, Margie Forrester; two nieces, Jodi Miller and Jill (Bob)Wahl; a nephew, Paul (Taryn) Miller; and an incredibly special and lifelong friend, Norma Krechowski.

As an avid gardener, Peggy found immense joy in tending to her beautiful garden and absolutely loved watching birds.  She was a dedicated and talented creator of greeting cards and was a member of the Stampin’ Up card club.  She also had an adventurous spirit and was a member of the H.O.G. Motorcycle Club. Peggy dedicated her entire life to taking care of others, both professionally as a nurse, and personally of everyone she knew.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, August 7^th from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. and 6 p.m.-8 p.m. A service will be held on Thursday, August 8^th at 10 a.m. in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC.,117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls.

Entombment will follow in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park of Rochester.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Peggy’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association-2835 E Carson St Suite 200, Pittsburgh, PA 15203.

Margaret Ann (Heuring) Johanningmeier, 58, of Bridgewater, formerly of Rochester passed away on August 4, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 31, 1965 in Rochester, the daughter of Geraldine Rotuna Heuring of Rochester Township and the late Thomas P. Heuring. She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Dominic (Nick) M. Johanningmeier, Sr. She is also survived by three sons and one daughter-in-law, Ryan Michael Perkins and Joelle Blizman of Brighton Township, Dominic M. Jr. and Heather Johanningmeier, and Skyler L. Johanningmeier of York, Pennsylvania, four grandchildren, Kayden, Pierce, Phoenix and Kinslee, one brother and sister-in-law Thomas F. and Kim Heuring of Hopewell, two sisters and brothers-in-law, Leslie and Dan Verrico, Sr. of Wilmington, North Carolina, Mary R. and John Beatty of Rohester, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.She was employed by RFG Financials of Philadelphia. She was a woman of deep Christian faith and very spiritual in her faith with God. She was a 1983 graduate of Rochester High School and received her Associate Degree in Communication from Penn State University Beaver Campus. Her wish was to be cremated but friends are invited to visit with the family Thursday, August 8 from 4:00 PM until a Celebration of Life Memorial Service at 5:00 PM in the William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester. Officiating will be Fr. Howard Campbell, Pastor of Our Lady of the Valley Parish. The family wishes memorial contributions be made in her memory to any Children’s Christmas Gift Program of their choice.

Jared Patrick Krut, 24, of Monroeville, formerly of South Beaver Township, passed away unexpectedly on August 1, 2024.

Born on July 31, 2000, in Beaver, he was the beloved son of Mark and Erin (Davis) Krut.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Wilfrid Krut; and his maternal grandparents, Charles and Lee Davis.

In addition to his parents, Jared is survived by his brothers, Jordan and Evan Krut; his paternal grandmother, Elise Krut; aunts and uncles, Mark (Angela) Davis, Chris Davis, Jennifer Davis, Gary (Doreen) Krut, Lisa (Mike) Haffey, Susan (Ray) Russell, Greg (Toni) Krut, Bryan (Joyce) Krut, and Leanne (Jerry) Speelman; cousins, Austin, Hannah, Abigail, Emma, Collin, Erin, Kierstan, Stefan, Mike, Julie, Shannon, Shawna, Shane, Bethany, Matt, Andrew, Amanda, Alexis, Ryan, Rachel, and Nicole; many friends and the cherished family pup, Aubs.

Jared was a 2019 graduate of Blackhawk High School. He continued his education at Penn State University where he graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Finance. Post graduation, Jared joined Bechtel Plant Machinery Incorporated where he took pride in his work as an Associate Contract Professional. He was a member of the Chippewa United Methodist Church.

Jared was a brilliant individual and an avid reader with a great love for historical events and figures. With his vast knowledge, he was a coveted team player on family game night. His cleverness and quick wittedness often resulted in humorous one-liners. Jared was a sports fan and especially liked watching Penn State and Steelers football with his family. He enjoyed a good cup of coffee, a glass of fine Scotch, his mom’s lady locks, grandma’s apple pie, ping pong, board games, sitcoms, and running.

Growing up with a large extended family, Jared had many memorable times with his cousins. He loved hide and seek outside and wiffle ball in the basement at Grammy & Pap Pap Krut’s. With his Davis cousins, he spent many summers at the Isle of Palms in South Carolina. Jared’s gregarious and fun-loving personality will be greatly missed by everyone whom he impacted.

Friends will be received on Thursday, August 8th from 1-3 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Chippewa Twp., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls.

Jared will lie-in-state on Friday, August 9th from 10-11AM at Chippewa United Methodist Church, 2545 Darlington Road, Beaver Falls. Funeral proceedings will begin at 11 A.M. Pastor Alan Brooks will officiate.

Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Jared’s name for a future scholarship at Blackhawk High School. Donations can be made to the Blackhawk Federal Credit Union, 2358 Darlington Road, Beaver Falls, PA 15010, 724-846-7929.

“I am never far away as long as you remember: We laughed, we lived, we loved. And that is what matters most…”-Author Unknown

Patricia Ann Cain, 83, passed away on August 2nd, 2024. Born on August 29, 1940, she is survived by her husband Robert Wayne Cain, as well as her three sons, 8 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren.

Patricia graduated in 1958 from Ridgeway high school in Pennsylvania. She went on to earn her bachelor’s degree as a Social English Major at Slippery Rock University in 1962. She taught in the Northwestern school district, Beaver Falls school district and Community College of Beaver County. Patricia resided in Ridgeway and then relocated to New Brighton, and she and her husband settled down to raise a family in White Township. Patricia was a giving mother and grandmother, as well as a loving and devoted wife.

Family and friends will be received on Sunday, August 11 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Ave, New Brighton. A funeral service will follow the viewing at 4 p.m. in the funeral home, with Rev. Bobby V. Wilson, officiating.

Patricia will then be laid to rest at Grove Cemetery of New Brighton.

 

Robert A. Kuhel, 83, of Ambridge, passed away on July 31, 2024 in Allegheny General Hospital.

Born on April 10, 1941, in Sewickley, he was a son of the late Rudolph and Julia Smolinsky Kuhel. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother Richard Kuhel.

He is survived by his loving wife, Michaelene Kuhel, son Richard Kuhel, 2 daughters Amy (John) Fedora and Julie Kuhel, 3 grandchildren Josh Chmura, Jacob & Caylin Fedora, 3 great grandchildren; Sage, Onyx, & Kason Chmura, brother & sister-in-law Rudy (Sally) Kuhel, sister & brother-in-law Rebecca (Jim) Rooker, and several nieces & nephews.

He enjoyed spending time with his family, was a retired custodian and maintenance man for the Avonworth & North Allegheny School Districts, and an avid golfer.

Friends will be received on Monday August 5, 2024 from 3-7 P.M. in the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, where a prayer service will be held Tuesday August 6, 2024 at 10 A.M. Interment will follow in Good Samaritan Catholic Cemetery.

Dorothy T. O’Neill, 78, of Ambridge passed away peacefully on August 3, 2024 in Heritage Valley of Sewickley. Born on January 25, 1946, in Sewickley, she was the daughter of the late Chester and Mildred Bachor Pawloski. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, David Pawloski, her father and mother-in-law, Richard Sr. And Anna O’Neill, brothers and sisters-in -law; Richard O’Neill, Patsey O’Neill, Rita Watts and Jerry O’Neill. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Thomas E. O’Neill, her children; Lynne (Bryan) Walsh, Lisa (Kevin) Charleton, Kelly (Sean) Walsh and Sean O’Neill, grandchildren; Sean (Hollie), Krystal (Dan), Lauren (Ryan), Brannon (Marlaina), Alyssa, Thomas, Gillian (Doug), Sean, and Ian, a great granddaughter; Kentley, a brother, Timothy Pawloski, brother and sisters-in-law; Barbara O’Neill and Peggy and John O’Neill, many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends and her faithful fur companions, Penny and Seven. She was a loving wife, sister, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. She had retired from Sewickley Valley Hospital Transcription and was previously employed there as a unit clerk. Before working, she spent her time raising her family and honing her renowned Polish cooking skills. Later, she enjoyed spending time with all of her family and making sure everyone was well fed. She also played a mean game of Bingo. Friends will be received on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, from 2-4 and 6-8 PM in the Alvarez Hahn Funeral Home, 547 8th Street, Ambridge. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:30 A.M. Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at St. Luke/Good Samaritan Church, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge. Burial will follow at Good Samaritan Cemetery, Fair Oaks. The family would like to thank Dr. Tiberio and the nurses of the CCU at Heritage Valley of Sewickley for the compassionate care they her and all of the family.