Category: Obituaries

Nicholas Maruhnich Jr. (December 4, 1939 – May 17, 2024)

Nicholas Maruhnich, Jr. 85 of Hopewell Township passed away on May 17, 2024.
He was born December 4, 1939, in Aliquippa, and is the son of the late Nicholas and Veronica (Olicky) Maruhnich, Sr. In addition to his parents Nick was preceded in death by his first wife Dolores (Zvrowicz) Maruhnich and his siblings: Butch, John, Michael, and Margie.
He was a member of Mary Queen of Saints, Our Lady of Fatima Church, Hopewell
Nick honorably served our country in the US Army. He worked as a printer throughout his life retiring from Datatel in Monaca.
Nick enjoyed spending time outdoors. He relished a good game of golf, casting his line in the water fishing waiting for that big catch or being in the woods hunting for a twelve-point buck. He was also skilled in carpentry and crafted many pieces of furniture for his home.
Nick is survived by his son and daughter-in-law: Mark and Crystal Maruhnich. Three granddaughters: Ava, Lilly and Virginia. A brother and sister-in-law: Edward and Isabelle Maruhnich and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Wednesday from 4: 00 pm until time of service at 7:00 pm in the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home Inc. 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa, PA 15001
A private burial will take place at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

 

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Janet Massie Fetkovich (6/18/1970 — 5/15/2024)

Janet Massie Fetkovich, 53 of Center Twp., passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 in her home.  She was born in Rochester, PA on June 18, 1970 a daughter of Raymond Fetkovich Sr. and the late Virginia Fetkovich.  Janet was a beloved caretaker and daycare provider for many years. She was a member of Mary Queen of Saints Roman Catholic Parish attending, St. Frances Cabrini Church.  She was passionate about her family, loved camping and sitting by the fire.

In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by a son, Bradley Massie in 2015.

She is survived by her husband William Massie, Jr., three children: Bryan Massie, Brittany (Dustin) Massie Weir, and Brandyn Massie; 3 beloved grandchildren: Alexa Massie Fleming, Meadow Weir and Mason Weir; 6 siblings: Judy (Matt) Hermes, Julie Fetkovich, Joanna Fetkovich, Raymond Fetkovich Jr.; David (Kelly) Fetkovich Sr.; and Lee Ann (Scott) Fordyce; she is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and leaves behind a dear friend, George Zilk.

Friends will be received on Wednesday from 3pm until 8pm in the Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Rochester. 502 Adams St.  Where a Blessing Service will be conducted at 6:00 pm.

Ralph E. Dixon (April 30, 1958 – May 16, 2024)

Ralph E. Dixon, 66, of Coraopolis, formerly New Brighton, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at Transitions Healthcare, Washington, PA.

Born on April 30, 1958, in New Brighton, he was the son of the late Gale and Kitty (Hughes) Dixon.

Ralph spent his professional career as a Dispatcher for the Beaver County 911 Center.  He was a member and past president of the Oak Hill Vets, past Fire Chief of New Brighton Fire Department, and loved going to car cruises.

He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 22 years, Carolyn (Ringer) Dixon; children, Kerri (Jimmy) Ventura and Jamie (Jack) Matias; six grandchildren, Jack Hartman, Marlo Matias, Vida Matias, Carmen Matias, Mila Ventura, and Malcom Ventura; a sister, Carol (Edward) Cain; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Friends will be received on Monday, May 20th from 2-8PM in GABAUER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1133 Penn Ave., New Brighton.

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, May 21st at 11AM at New Brighton Church of the Nazarene, 423 Penn Ave., New Brighton.  Friends will be received one hour prior to services.

Private interment will be in Concord Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Ralph’s honor may be made to the New Brighton Fire Department, 610 Third Ave., New Brighton, PA 15066.

Margaret Ann “Peggy” Macey (July 07, 1949 – May 16, 2024)

Margaret Ann “Peggy” Macey, of Darlington Twp., passed away Thursday, May 16, 2024 at UPMC Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh.

Born July 7, 1949, in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Peter and Agnes (Sopko) Baysura where she grew up in ‘The Run’.  Peggy was dedicated to her family and friends and was a devout member of her local churches including St. Joachim, St. Rosalia, and St. Rose of Lima.  She met the love of her life in college and Peggy and Chris (Chris & Peggy) spent just shy of 50 years happily married.

Peggy is survived by her loving husband of 49 years, Mark “Chris” Macey; her sons, Justin (Kristen) Macey and Rory (Stephanie) Macey; granddaughters, Lennon and Icelyn; a sister, Susann (Mark) Seibel; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

As an alternative to flowers, donations may be made to The Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (michaeljfoxfoundation.org)

Visitation will be Tuesday May 21,2024 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC.- 117 Blackhawk Rd., Chippewa Twp.

Prayers will be held at the funeral home Wednesday at 9:00am, followed by a mass of Christian burial at 10am at Our Lady of the Lourdes Roman Catholic Parish-210 E. Main St., East Palestine, OH 44413

James “Hank” W. Henry April 28, 1948 ~ May 16, 2024

We remember James “Hank” William Henry, 76, beloved friend and family member who left us 16th May 2024. One of seven siblings, Hank was raised in western Pennsylvania graduating from New Brighton HS in 1966. Hank served in the Navy during the Vietnam War and married Cindy Stein, they were blessed with two children.

After returning from service, Hank worked as a machinist and aftercare councilor. In his free time he enjoyed woodworking and being of service to others. A proponent of collateral healing, Hank was an inspiration to those around him. Most of all, Hank loved being around his family. Preceding him in death was his parents Lillian Blanche Christner and James Edgar Henry and his son Neal Jason Henry. He is survived by his wife Cindy, daughter Aaron Michelle Henry-Evanko and his grandchildren Alexia, Olivia, Maximon, Margot and Milo.

The memorial will be a private ceremony at a later date after a time of mourning.

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Harold N. Cain Sr. (1938 ~ 2024)

Harold Nelson Cain Sr., 85, of Aliquippa, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on May 14, 2024, at Beaver Valley Healthcare and Rehab. Born to the late Julia and Harold Cain on August 4, 1938, Harold Sr. was a graduate of Aliquippa High School and went on to further his education at the Police Academy, Ambridge School of Nursing and a graduate of the Hearty Bible School.

Harold Sr. dedicated his life to the Aliquippa Police Department, Aliquippa Hospital, where he was the first male licensed practical nurse, and the Beaver County Transit Authority, where he retired. Harold committed his life to Christ at a young age. Heheld leadership roles in ministry and was a member of New Holy Temple Church of God in Christ at the time of his departure. In his free time, Harold Sr. enjoyed fishing, traveling, and watching karate movies.

Harold Sr. leaves to cherish his memory his loving children Harold Cain Jr. (Janice), Lamont Cain, and Juanita Hodges; siblings, Calvin “Casey” Cain, Joann Jeter (William), and Belinda “Teet” Cain and his extended family, the Curentons. His grandchildren Dioanna Crute, Deshawn Williams, Anissa Brown (Aaron), Michaela Cain, Julia Cain, Shamia Cain, Carissa Hodges, Amber Hodges, Caroline Hodges, Damon Jones, Tyler Shaw, Shahad Shaw, Harold “Tre” Cain III (Michelle), Darold Cain (Crystal), Jarrold Cain (Sarah), Tanetta Williams (Andrew), Tamara Tyson, Brittney Carter, Branden Carter, Jasmine Carter, and Sharneka Jeffries (Ric), as well as a host of nieces, nephews, great-grandchildren, cousins and friends.

In addition to his parents, Harold Sr. was preceded in death by his children, Rhoda Coley, Tina Williams, and Eric Cain, and siblings Irene “Niecy” McClellan, Diane Clarit, Lee Charles Cain, Benjamin “Bimbo” Cain Sr., and John “Doc” Cain.

Family and friends will be welcomed for visitation on Saturday, May 25, 2024, from 11am-12n. The service will follow immediately after at 12 noon at the New Holy Temple Church of God in Christ, 148-150 Fourth Avenue, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

The family of Harold Cain Sr. would like to extend their most heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Heritage Valley Beaver, AHN Wexford Hospital, Wexford Healthcare Center, and Beaver Valley Healthcare and Rehab for their amazing care during Harold Sr.’s final days.

 

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Linda J. (Wellman) Payne (September 14, 1964 ~ May 14, 2024)

Linda J. (Wellman) Payne, 59, of Beaver Falls, passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2024.

Born September 14, 1964, in Sewickley, Pa., she is the daughter of the late Hubert and Nila (Patterson) Wellman.   Linda loved playing bingo and watching daytime television.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, William Wellman.

Linda is survived by two sons, Leonard Payne III, Pittsburgh; Jalal Bassim Al-fararyih, Pittsburgh; brother, John Wellman, Pittsburgh; two sisters, Sue (Charles) Hull, Hopewell Twp.; Cathy Wellman and Mike McKenzie, New Brighton; several nieces, nephews and their families; and a her significant other, James Board, Beaver Falls.

A Celebration of Linda’s Life will be held Thursday, May 30, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Wildwood Chapel, 2850 Jack Street, Alliquippa, Pa 15001.

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Alfred O. Wudske (August 27, 1943 ~ May 16, 2024)

Alfred O. Wudske, 80 of Monaca, passed away at home Thursday, May 16, 2024.

Born August 27, 1943, in New Brighton, he is the son of the late Alfred O. and Agatha (Meronski) Wudske.  Albert served in the United States Marine Corp during the Vietnam war.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother and his companion for over 30 years, Margery Mike.

Alfred is survived by two cousins, Linda and Diane, and his companion’s granddaughter, Missy McCormick, who was like a granddaughter to him, and her husband, Jonathan Encarnacion,

Per Albert’s request, cremation will take place, and he will be buried at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park.

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of my enemies: thou anoint my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. Psalm 23: 1-6

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Donald F. “Donnie” Ehrenberg III (January 19, 1984 ~ May 6, 2024)

Donald F. “Donnie” Ehrenberg III, 40, passed away Monday, May 6, 2024, unexpectedly, due to medical complications.

Donnie was born on January 19, 1984 to Donald F. Ehrenberg Jr. (Phyllis Junak) and Rita (Ziegel) Ehrenberg (Paul Beatty). He was a 2002 graduate of Center Area High School. He was a 2006 graduate of Slippery Rock University with a Bachelor of Science in Business/Accounting.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his sister, Katie Arrington (Casey) and their son, Cohen, a stepbrother, Zach Beatty, his paternal grandmother, Norma Ehrenberg, his aunt, Diane Ehrenberg, his uncle, Mark Ehrenberg, and his cousins, Michelle and Daniel Wolf.

Donnie was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Donald F. Ehrenberg Sr. and his maternal grandparents, Merle and Virginia (Spleen) Ziegel.

Donnie was easy-going, intelligent, and charismatic. He had a kind, generous heart. He loved spending time with his girlfriend, Jessica Rossi, and her daughter, Remi. He greatly enjoyed training and playing with their dog, Nero. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Friends will be received Saturday from 11:00 am until the time of service at 1:00 pm in the HILL AND KUNSELMAN FUNERAL HOME, www.hillandkunselman.com , 3801 Fourth Avenue, Beaver Falls.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 1500 to honor Donnie’s love of dogs.

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Mary E. McConaughy (October 02, 1939 – May 10, 2024)

Mary E. McConaughy 84, of Center Township, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 10, 2024, at Concordia Villa St. Joseph, Baden after a long battle with cancer.

Born October 2, 1939, in Monaca, she was the daughter of the late Lee W. and Martha (Doyle) McConaughy.

She was a 1957 graduate of Mt. Gallitzin H. S. in Baden. She retired from Westinghouse Eaton Corp in Beaver with 47 years of service and was a member of IBEW local 201. An avid bowler, she bowled in various leagues in Beaver County, she was president of the BCWBA. In 2001, she was inducted into the Beaver County Bowlers HOF and in 2011, was inducted into the PA State Bowlers HOF. She was proud of those achievements. She enjoyed going to flea markets, the casinos and playing cards with friends. She was Catholic by faith.

In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by 3 sisters, 4 brothers, 2 nieces, 2 nephews, 3 great-nephews, 3 sisters-in-law and 4 brothers-in-law.

Mary is survived by a sister, brother-in-law, and brother; also, numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the doctors and the staff for their care and concern during her illness.

Family and friends will be received on Monday, May 13th from 2PM until 6PM in the GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES (Branch), 340 Third Street, Beaver.

A blessing service will be held in the funeral home at 10:30 am on Tuesday, May 14, 2024.

Interment will follow in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, Rochester.