Katharine Leah Womer Phillips (1953-2024)

Katharine Leah Womer Phillips, 71, of Pittsburgh, passed away while celebrating Holy Week at church, on May 1, 2024. Kathy is preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth and Helen Womer. She is survived by her loving husband of 37 years, Nazmy Phillips, children Maryisis and Mark (Melanie), beloved grand-dog Zaytoon, and her siblings Sarah (Jim) Bradford, Barbara (Wayne) Moore, Zoe (Billy) Norris, Helen (Eddie Leya and Chad) Shaffer, and Joseph (Cindi) Womer, as well as numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews, both in America and in Egypt.

Katharine was born in Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania and graduated from Deer Lakes High School in 1970 and later Point Park College. She grew up in a large, loving family and would enjoy spending hours rehashing with them the crazy stories of their childhood. Kathy (dubbed ‘Kathy Sunshine’ by coworkers) was a medical technologist in a 48-year long career she was passionate about, working at Central Medical Hospital, St. Francis, Allegheny General, and finally Childrens Hospital where she retired on Dec 1, 2023. Ever the avid traveler, she met the love of her life, Nazmy, at King Fahad Hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and they were married on November 25, 1987. They proceeded to have Maryisis and Mark who were the lights of her life. She went above and beyond as a mother, taking a very active role in their education and particularly their spiritual lives. When her husband was working abroad, she made sure to bring them both to church every Sunday and instill in them Christian values. She cheered them on with pride as Maryisis obtained a graduate degree, and Mark enlisted in the Air Force to serve his country. She loved cooking and was outstanding at it, traveling, gardening, good music (particularly The Beatles), playing board games with her family, enjoying television, movies, and was a voracious reader. She loved being surrounded by family, cheering on her Steelers, doting on her grand-dog Zaytoon, and being an active member of her church of more than 36 years, St. Mary’s Coptic Orthodox Church. She was kind, generous, strong, passionate, ebullient, always ready with the brightest smile, and had a heart of gold. She loved fiercely and she will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved her. As a dear friend said, “Kathy went to celebrate Easter with Jesus because He is the God of resurrection. We wish to be with Jesus like her because she was an angel living on Earth.” “Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die.” John 11:25-26

Friends and family will be received on Friday, May 3, 2024, from 6-8 P.M. in the Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC., 547 8th Street, Ambridge. Funeral service will be held at St. Mary’s Coptic Orthodox Church, 995 Melrose Ave, Ambridge, on Monday, May 6, 2024 at 10:00 A.M. with burial following at Resurrection Cemetery of Moon Township.

Sterling “Dean” Fleming, Jr. (1938-2024)

Sterling “Dean” Fleming Jr., 85, of Baden, passed away peacefully at home on May 1, 2024 with his 3 favorite girls at his bedside.

He was born on September 5, 1938, in Morgantown, West Virginia, to the late Sterling and Erma (Hansel) Fleming. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Margaret Fleming and his sister-in-law and brother-in-law Robert and Mary Lou McBurney. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Kay (McBurney) Fleming, his 2 daughters and sons-in-law Joy and Joe Stewart of Central, South Carolina and Jill and Ron Miller of Baden; his cherished grandsons: JD (McKenzie) Cade (Lexi), Aren Stewart and Zachary Miller; and his precious great granddaughters Lucy, Alley and Mia, his brother and sister-in-law George and Nancy Fleming and his 2 nephews, Kevin and Kenny, his son Garrett and close, special friends.

A graduate of Ambridge High School, Dean worked at J&L Steel and retired from Pittsburgh International Airport. Dean was an amazing softball coach. He coached many teams in Economy from locally up to a national level. He was also the head coach for Ambridge High School softball for many years. He enjoyed refereeing high school girls’ volleyball. His passions were also golfing, hunting, playing cards with his friends on a weekly basis and of course watching all his grandsons play football, soccer, and baseball. He was a member of the Ambridge Masonic Lodge 701 F&AM.

Friends will be received on Friday May 3, 2024 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. in the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, where a funeral service will be held Saturday May 4, 2024 at 11:00 am. The Reverend James Young, pastor of Baden Methodist Church officiating. Private interment will take place in Bowman Flatwood Cemetery of Smock, Pennsylvania.

The family would like to thank the staff at Good Samaritan hospice who helped take care of him so he could stay at home for the past 4 months.

Gregory S. Wood (1944-2024)

Gregory S. Wood, 79, of New Sewickley Township, passed away on April 30, 2024 in Good Samaritan Hospice-Beaver.

Born on October 7, 1944, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Henry and Diane (Button) Wood. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Marsha (Canzano) Wood; two sisters, Wendy (Pat) Hillis and Jennifer Button; a brother, Brian Szuberwood; a brother-in-law, Vince (Leslee) Canzano; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. He amassed a remarkable library that reflected his deep passion for history, particularly focusing on the Civil War and World War II. Greg possessed a heart brimming with kindness and empathy, especially toward animals in need.  He was an advocate for them all, devoting himself wholeheartedly to their care and well-being.

Greg was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, where he served two tours of duty in Vietnam.

There will be no public services.

Charles “Chuckie” P. Mooney, Jr. (1962-2024)

Charles Patrick Mooney, Jr., 61, of Rochester passed away peacefully on April 29, 2024, at Heritage Valley, Beaver.

Born December 17, 1962, in New Brighton, he was the son of the late C. Patrick Mooney and Barbara J. Wells.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepfather Doug Wells.

He is survived by his stepmother Patsy Mooney, his brother Shawn E. Mooney of Rochester, sisters; Colleen (Dale) Powell of New Brighton, and Tracy (Sean) Kiggans of Center Township, stepbrother David (Monica) Wells of Florida, and stepsister Amy (Paul) Kovalesky of Ohioville, nine nieces and nephews; Steven (Rachel) Powell, Samantha (Dustin) Almquist, Casey (Justin) Blinkey, Eric (Kerry) Potts, Alyssa (Eddie) Craig, Danny and Timmy Kovalesky, and Carmen and Sienna Wells, along with 5 great nieces and nephews.

Chuckie was an avid sports fan; he loved to play any board game and watching the Game Show Network.  He loved all family gatherings and the food that went along with them!  He was a momma’s boy through and through and his best friend was his brother Shawn.  He will be remembered for always asking how everyone was doing and his uncanny ability to remember everyone’s birthday.

Friends will be received Thursday May 2, 2024 from 2 p.m. until time of service at 5 p.m. in J & J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Ave, New Brighton with Reverend Gary Hilton officiating.

Private interment will take place in Beaver Cemetery.

The family would like to thank all the loving staff at Passavant Memorial Homes that took care of Chuckie over the last 30 years.

James Douglas Willson (1974-2024)

James Douglas Willson, 50, of North Sewickley Township, passed away on April 26, 2024.
James was born on March 12, 1974, in New Brighton, to Bonita “Bonnie” Kay (Moore) Willson of North Sewickley, and the late David Dean Willson (2021). In addition to his mother, he is survived by four sons, David Willson of Easton, Pennsylvania, and Jacob, Seth, and Jesse Willson, all of Dallas, Texas; two sisters, Amy (Jason) Sciarro of North Sewickley, and Stacy (Todd) Dean of Greer, South Carolina; a niece and four nephews, and his beloved canine companion Theo, a German Shepard. A graduate of Riverside High School and Geneva College, Doug was a Network Design Engineer in the telecommunications industry.
Doug was a master in the kitchen. He loved to cook for his family and others. He loved cars and motorcycles, and he especially enjoyed mowing the grass atop the riding lawn mower. Doug also loved music, especially the guitar, and performed with Geneva’s New Song while he attended Geneva. Mostly, he loved spending time with his kids, fishing, singing, going to Kennywood, and setting off a spectacular fireworks display for the Fourth of July.
Friends will be received Friday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the HILL AND KUNSELMAN FUNERAL HOME, 3801 Fourth Avenue, Beaver Falls. A funeral service will be held Saturday at 12:30 p.m. at Hope Community Reformed Presbyterian Church, 3400 Fifth Avenue, College Hill, Beaver Falls.
Private interment will be at Mars Cemetery preceding the service.

Jamie L. Britsch (1982-2024)

Jamie L. Britsch, 41, of Crescent, Pennsylvania passed away at home on April 29, 2024. She was born in Pittsburgh on November 9, 1982, the daughter of William J. & Eileen M. (Offner) Britsch.

Jamie was preceded in death by her grandparents, William & Madeline Britsch and Raymond & Mary Letta Offner, uncle Dale Offner, aunt Phyllis Morris, her husband Chris and her beloved cats, Bella & Carmen.

In addition to her parents, Jamie is survived by a sister, Kristy N. Britsch of Pittsburgh, aunts & uncles: Raymond Offner (Linda), Kathy Offner, Lorraine Offner, Christine Peretti (John) & Cathleen Hausar (Ray) and many loving cousins and great aunts & uncles.

Jamie graduated from Penn State University with honors obtaining a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. She worked as an Accountant in the Financial Properties field.

Jamie had a deep love for her family and a heart of gold. She had an appreciation for the beauty of nature and a love of all animals. Jamie was a huge Steelers fan and loved football in general. She had a love for diamond art and enjoyed reading.

Friends will be received on Thursday May 2 from 5 P.M. – 8 P.M. in The Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Moon Township, 1522 Coraopolis Heights Road. A blessing service will take place at 10 A.M. on Friday in Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery, 2186 Broadhead Road Aliquippa. Guests should meet at Huntsman Funeral Home at 9 A.M. for the processional to Mt Olivet Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to UPMC Hospice or any Animal Rescue of your choice.

Jeanne (Panner) Lentz (1942-2024)

Jeanne (Panner) Lentz, 82, formerly of Beaver in Brighton Township passed away on April 24, 2024.

Born on January 28, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Betty Panner of Brighton Township, who preceded her in death.

She is survived by her two girls, Amy (Bracken) Mortimer of Rochester and Jennifer (Bracken) Johnston of Orlando, Florida, sisters Dona Wallace and Alberta Marley Morrison, nieces Debbie Morrison and Karen (Morrison) LaFlair and nephews Trek Wallace and Scot Wallace. She is also survived by many friends who brought her much joy and immeasurable support.

Jeanne was a member of the Beaver Falls Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses. She enjoyed sharing her faith with others.  Jeanne’s hope was in the promised resurrection to come (Rev. 21:4) and it brought her much comfort during her illness.

Services were entrusted to the Gabauer Lutton Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls.

In lieu of flowers, Jeanne requested any memorial contributions be made online to donate.jw.org toward the Worldwide Work.

Dean Frederick

Dean Frederick, 82, of Powhatan, Virginia passed away on April 22, 2024.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Alex and Eleanor Frederick and brother, Alex Frederick, Jr.

Dean is survived by his wife, Juanita Frederick; daughters, Deana Kelly (David), Nicole Delgado (Jorge), and Dawn Monson; sons, Nate Frederick (Erin) and Zac Frederick (Shannon); along with 13 grandchildren.

Interment will be at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park of Rochester on May 4, 2024 at 11:30 a.m. with a reception immediately following at Faith Community Church, 341 Jefferson St., Rochester.

A Celebration of Life Service will be at 11:00 a.m. on May 6, 2024 at Powhatan United Methodist Church, 2253 Rosson Road, with a reception to follow.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hope House c/o Powhatan United Methodist Church, PO Box 749, Powhatan, VA 23139 or Powhatan Volunteer Rescue Squad, PO Box 247, Powhatan, VA 23139.

Lorna K. Adcock (1953-2024)

Lorna K. Adcock, 70, of Smock, Pennsylvania passed away unexpectedly on March 20, 2024.
She was born August 21, 1953, in Brookville, Pennsylvania and is the daughter of the late Carl and Mary Adcock. In addition to her parents, Lorna was also preceded in death by her sister Bonnie. Lorna is survived by two sisters and brothers-in-law: Sharon and Scott Neville and Joyce and Donnie Kutzavitch, three nephews: Darrin and Mallori Kutzavitch, Dustin and Emily Kutzavitch, Chad Neville, a niece, Kalyn Neville and a great nephew, Declan Kutzavitch.
She was a former employee of Nemacolin Resort and a current employee of Giant Eagle of Uniontown.
Family and friends are welcome to attend a celebration of life in memory of Lorna on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, from 1-5 p.m. at the Polish Club, 229 S. Mt. Vernon Avenue, Uniontown, Pennsylvania.

Richard David Brown (1946-2024)

Richard David Brown, 77, of Aliquippa (formerly of Brighton Township) passed away on April 25, 2024 at home.

Born on September 16, 1946 in Braddock, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Harold D. and Helen M. Brown, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Carolyn L. Brown, four brothers, Donald, Raymond, Duane, and Mark, three daughters, Denise C. Slowinski (Steve), Diane R. Morse (Thomas), Doreen R. Gill (Gary), 9 grandchildren, and 14 great grandchildren.

Prior to his retirement, Rich worked as a dispatcher at USAir and was a veteran of the United States Navy. He was an avid golfer and bowler in addition to being a loving & caring husband, father, brother, and pap.

A Graveside Service will be conducted on Thursday May 2, 2024 at 2 p.m. with Full Military Honors at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville.
Professional Arrangements have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.