Pauline Ann Urbach, 78, of Chippewa Township, died February 22, 2024 in Rochester Manor.

Born in Pittsburgh on July 6, 1945, she was a daughter of the late William and Pauline (Frankenstein) Schaudt.

In addition to her parents, Pauline is preceded in death by her stepmother, Marjorie (Leonberg) Schaudt and stepsister Deborah (Leonberg) Wingerson.

She is survived by her husband of 57 years, James A. Urbach; son, James L. (Peggy Urbach), of Chippewa Township; daughter, Noel Stevens, of Baltimore, MD; and a half-brother, William Schaudt, of Cranberry Township.

Pauline was a school bus driver for McCarter Transit for over 35 years and was a member of the Brush Run Church, a Global Methodist Congregation.

Friends will be received Tuesday from 5:00 PM until time of service at 7:00 PM in the Hill & Kunselman Funeral Home, 3801-4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.

Private interment will take place in Grandview Cemetery.

Barbara K. Hartman, 80, a lifelong resident of Beaver, passed away on February 22, 2024. She was born on November 17, 1943 to Andrew and Emma Kloman, and was preceded in death by her only brother David Kloman.

She is survived by her daughters Linda Hartman-Reehl (Keith Reehl) and Renee (Patrick) Cunningham; her grandchildren Natalie and Elise Reehl and Olivia, Chloe, Chase and Evan Cunningham, her sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, and their children.

Barb was a proud employee of US Airways, having her start in Jump seat scheduling, then retiring after over 15 years in Crew Accommodations. Prior to the airlines, she enjoyed working as a bookkeeper at Brockway Marine on the Beaver River. Along the way, she lived out her passion for all things Disney and making people happy by working part-time at the Beaver Valley Mall Disney store. Barb was devoted to her family, and always encouraged and talked to others with a friendly smile on her face. She enjoyed sewing, baking pies & cookies, traveling with family and friends, and attending live musical theater. She always appreciated a good meal at a nice restaurant and loved sitting on her porch in the summer.

Friends will be received on Saturday, March 2, 2024 in the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver, PA, from 2:00 pm until the time of service at 4:00 pm.

Larry E. Feola, 70, of Ambridge, passed away at home on February 21, 2024. He was born on December 25, 1953 and was the son of the late Lawrence and Betty Feola. He is survived by his wife, Karen Feola, daughter, Kendra Feola-Dye, brother, Bob Feola, sister, Barbra (Greg) Vukich, nieces, Stephanie Feola, Shalyn Vukich, and numerous cousins and friends. Larry was an avid bicyclist and enjoyed writing poems. He will be missed dearly by all that knew and loved him. Services are private and information about tributes for Larry can be made on alvarezhahnfs.com, the website for Alvarez Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, Ambridge, PA.

Margaret J. Rombold, 100, of New Castle, formerly of New Sewickley Township, passed away February 21st, at New Haven Convalescent Home. Margaret was born May 4th, 1923 in New Sewickley Township and was the daughter of the late Edward and Cora Brenner Wahl. Margaret was a homemaker and housewife who enjoyed working on the family farm which she dearly loved, and where she was born and raised. Margaret was a member of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church New Sewickley Township. She was preceded in death by her husband, John H. Rombold, granddaughter Cheryl Rombold, brother Raymond Wahl, and sister, Viola Grinener.
She is survived by a son and daughter in law, Ronald H. Rombold and Marline D. Rombold and her three grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and eleven great, great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Friends will be received Saturday from 10 AM until time of service at 11 AM in the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, New Sewickley Township. Interment will be in St. Peters Lutheran Cemetery and arrangements were entrusted to The William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc., Rochester, PA. Her family wishes that memorial contributions be made to the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 60 Rochester Road, Freedom PA, 15042 or to the Beaver County Humane Society.

Bernadette Lasky, 51, lovingly known as “Bo” sadly passed away unexpectedly at Heritage Valley Beaver on February 20, 2024. She was born January 30, 1973, in New Brighton.
Bo lived in Center Township and is the daughter of the late Alex and Jean (Cowgill) Lasky.
She treasured being with her family and friends and her fur baby, Dingy.
She is survived by her sisters, Joie “Squeaky” Dusold, and Linda (Lasky) Zbihley, and her brother, Alex “Gus” Lasky, her fiancée, Brian Myers and his sons Tyler and Cory, as well as several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Visitation will be held Sunday from 1:00 pm until time of the service at 3:30 pm in the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home Inc. 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

Janice E. Tanner, 86, formerly of New Brighton, passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones at her home in Harmar Township.

Born November 23, 1937, in Beaver Falls, she was a daughter of the late Thomas D. and Flora (Brown) Shaw. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Thomas “Tim” Shaw, and brother-in-law, Bob Russell.

She had worked at Montgomery Ward in Beaver Falls before becoming a homemaker.  She attended both New Brighton Free Methodist Church, and after getting married, was an active member of Youth for Christ with Christian Missionary Alliance Church.  She enjoyed gardening, baking, decorating, antique collecting, and taking trips to Hawaii, which made her grow fond of their culture.

She is survived by her husband of over 61 years, James E. Tanner, children, Jodi (Kevin) Wagner, Jimmy (Eve) Tanner, sister, Jane Tanner, along with her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many other family members.

Friends will be welcomed Monday, from 10am until the time of service at noon, at the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 3rd Ave. New Brighton.

Private interment will follow at Concord Church Cemetery, Beaver Falls.

The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave. Floor 17 Chicago, IL 60601, or www.alz.org.

Bertha “Delamae” McGaffick Anderson, 93, of Ohioville, passed away on February 19, 2024, at home with her family by her side.

Born January 23, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Lloyd Wayne McGaffick and Thelma E. Dawson McGaffick and wife of the late John Dale Anderson.

Preceding her in death, are her parents, her husband, John, her oldest brother, Robert and his wife Shirley McGaffick, granddaughter Kristi and great grandson AJ.

She is survived by her youngest brother, Lloyd “Junior” Wayne McGaffick II and his wife Marie, three sons John and his wife Carol of Tennessee, Roger and his wife Kathy of Florida, and Mark and his wife Sue of Ohioville. Delamae was the proud Grandmother of nine grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

Private arrangements were handled by the NOLL FUNERAL HOME INC., 333 Third Street, Beaver PA.

Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

Delamae loved her cats and would appreciate that any memorial donations be made to the Beaver County Humane Society in lieu of flowers.

Helen P. Lapinski, 95, of Baden, passed away on February 20, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Piltz. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Casimier Lapinski, siblings, Frank Piltz, Joseph Piltz Jr., Vincent Piltz, Antoni Piltz, and Rose Karp. She is survived by her children, Kevin Lapinski, Leslie (Bill) Fox, grandchildren, Zachary (Kimberly) Dobsch, Nick Lapinski, great grandchildren, Hunter, Evelyn, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Helen was a devoted member of Saint John the Baptist Church in Baden where she volunteered pinching pierogi. She also served with the Christian Mothers. Helen enjoyed gardening, but absolutely loved to cook and bake for her family.

Visitation will be held on Monday, February 26, 2024, from 3-7 PM in the Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, 547 8th Street, Ambridge, 724-266-2549. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 AM on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at Saint Luke the Evangelist Church, Ambridge. Burial will follow at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park.

Constance “Connie” Leona Feduska Roman — born to Nicholas and Stella Feduska in western Pennsylvania — was a testament to resilience and creativity.

The eldest of five, her early life in Ambridge during the Great Depression shaped her compassionate outlook. A gifted artist from a young age, Connie turned to the violin when her family couldn’t afford a piano, showcasing her adaptability and passion for the arts.

Despite personal and societal challenges, Connie pursued a love for art and education, leading her to Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Her college years were marked by leadership and innovation, notably becoming sorority president and honing her design skills. After college, she dedicated her life to teaching art in Beaver Valley, touching many lives with her talent and kindness.

Connie’s personal life was filled with both joy and tribulation. Marrying Alexander Richard Roman and raising three children, she faced her husband’s decades-long struggle with mental illness with courage and grace, becoming the family’s breadwinner. Her commitment extended beyond her family to significant community service, particularly with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), where she used her experience to help others.

Her faith and artistry were central to Connie’s life, especially at St. Stephen’s Church, where she led an adult painting group and contributed to charitable causes. Despite health challenges, including multiple battles with cancer, Connie found solace and strength in painting until macular degeneration limited her abilities.

Connie’s legacy lives on through her children, Chris, Brian, Monica, and their families, and her siblings. She was predeceased by her parents, husband, and sister Myra Gerlach.

Friends and family will be welcomed at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 24, 2024 for a time of visitation and light refreshments in the lobby area of St. Stephen’s Church at 405 Frederick Ave., Sewickley, followed by a funeral service in the Sanctuary with interment in the Columbarium immediately thereafter.

Celeste R. DiBenedetto (nee Siano) 68, of West View, passed away on February 12, 2024.
She was born March 29, 1955, in Pittsburgh and is the daughter of the late Michael and Joann (Stamerra) Siano. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 37 years, Dario DiBenedetto.
Celeste was a graduate of St. Benedict’s Academy and Indiana University. She worked in several capacities in the food industry, most recently at Giant Eagle Marketplace in Cranberry.
Celeste is survived by her sisters: Rita Bigham and Marlene Usdin. A dear friend, Tony Egizio, who Celeste fondly called her “little” brother. Nieces and nephews: Grace, James and Ella Usdin, and Adrienne Parr, great nieces: Caroline and Anna Parr, great nephew: Simon Parr, a special cousin: Loretta Martella and numerous other cousins and friends.
Family and friends are welcome to attend a memorial Mass on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at 11:30 am in Mary Queen of Saints Parrish, St. Titus Church, 952 Franklin Avenue, Aliquippa, PA 15001.
Celeste will be buried at Mr. Olivet Cemetery next to her husband.