Category: Obituaries

Deborah Allison (July 27, 1953 ~ June 28, 2024)

Deborah Allison, 70, of Ambridge, passed away peacefully with a smile on her face on June 28, 2024, surrounded by her family and loved ones. Deborah was born and raised in Chicago, IL. Her loving parents Eliza and Matthew Williams, Sr., brother, Matthew Jr., sisters Annie and Frankie preceded her in death.

Deborah professed a hope in Jesus Christ at an early age and was baptized at the Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church. She moved to Ambridge in her early 20s. She worked in the customer service field and transitioned to home healthcare until she retired. Her vibrant personality and loving heart touched many lives in her community. Deborah loved her church family and was affectionately called, “Mother Deborah.” She was an avid supporter of her grandchildren in their various activities. She adored her great-grandchildren and was excited for the opportunity to participate in their upbringing.

Deborah was the proud mother to Felicia Allison; grandmother to James Pride (Jackie) and Artez Pride; great-grandmother to Xzavier, Isaiah, Giovanni, Kenzie, Kenna, Aniyah and Kiyah, her loving sisters, Katie, Patricia, Sheoashie (William), a loving brother, Joseph, extended family, Amy, Destiny, Brit, Mya, Taya, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Friends and family will be received from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, July 8, 2024, at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation LLC, 547 8th Street,  Ambridge, 724-266-2549.

Funeral service, celebrating her life, will be held at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church (Chicago, IL).

The family wishes to thank the staff of 365 Home Care, Inc. and AHN Hospice for their kind and compassionate care.

Olga Fitzgerald (September 25, 1934 – July 2, 2024)

On July 2, 2024, Olga (Jasek) Fitzgerald peacefully went home to be with the Lord. She was 89 years old.
Olga was born September 25, 1934, in West Aliquippa and is the daughter of the late Ciprian and Sophie (Olack) Jasek. In addition to her parents, she was welcomed by her beloved husband, Ralph E. Fitzgerald, a son, Eddie Ralph Fitzgerald, a daughter, Marlene Fitzgerald Stenger, three sisters: Mary Katus, Betty Hopkins and Helen Pruzinsky and her son-in-law Edward Peters.
Olga is a member of Mary Queen of Saints Parish, Saints Frances Cabrini Church, Center Twp.
She retired from Central Valley School District having worked in the cafeteria and the Latch Key program at the school.
Olga cherished her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She beamed with pride when she attended various activities for sports, band or any function her grandchildren participated in. She enjoyed taking them camping and has left each of them with many special memories to cherish.
Olga is survived by her devoted daughter and son: Barbara Peters, Dave Fitzgerald and his wife Carol, who Olga loved like a daughter.
Her grandchildren who showered her with much joy: Bobbie Jo, David, Michelle, Jennifer, Carrie, Matthew, Brian, Ashlee, Kellie Jo and numerous great grandchildren who were also showered by Olga’s love. In addition to her children and grandchildren Olga leaves behind a sister, Sophie Laurito and a brother and sister-in-law: John (Shirley) Jasek and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Friday, July 5, 2024, from 9:30 am until time of blessing service at 10:00 am in the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home Inc. 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa, PA 15001. Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Until we meet again, In Olga’s words…..”Okey Dokey, Be Careful”

 

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Virginia I. (Emrick) Waite (September 26, 1926 ~ July 3, 2024)

Virginia I. Waite, former resident of Chippewa Township, died on Wednesday, July 3, 2024.

Born September 26, 1926 in Rochester, PA, she was the daughter of the late George E. and Jessie J. Bathgate Emrick.  Preceded in death by her husband of 74 years, James L. Waite, Virginia supported the family’s business, Waite’s Ice Cream in Patterson Township, of which James was owner and operator of the beloved Beaver County Landmark for 60 years.  She was a 64-year member of Chippewa United Methodist Church, the Jo Kriz Circle, and United Methodist Women.  Virginia was also a member of the Chippewa Lioness Club and was an active volunteer through the church, as well as the local Meals on Wheels.  Virginia and her husband, James, had wintered in Florida for 24 years and were both active square dancers.

In addition to her parents and husband, Virginia was preceded in death by her brother, George A. Emrick and sister-in-law, Edna E. Emrick.

She is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law, Sheila and Michael Shugats, Allison Park, PA, Colleen Harman, New Castle, PA, six grandchildren and their spouses, Jennifer  (Vekasy) and Kevin Bowser, Ellwood City, PA, James and Melissa Vekasy, Belton, Texas, Bradley and Angela Shugats, Neville Island, PA, David and Jill Harman, New Middleton, Ohio, Parke and Tammi Harman, Enon Valley, PA, Douglas and Danielle Harman, Export, PA, 19 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-granddaughters.

Friends will be received on Tuesday, July 9th from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM in the Hill & Kunselman Funeral Home, www.hillandkunselman.com, 3801 Fourth Avenue, College Hill, Beaver Falls, where the service will be held on Wednesday, July 10th at 11 AM with Pastor Allan Brooks officiating.

Interment will be in Sylvania Hills Cemetery, Daughtery Township.

A memorial contribution may be made, if desired, to Commonwealth Hospice, www.cwhospice.com, 4955 Steubenville Pike, Suite 125, Pittsburgh, PA 15205.  Virginia’s family wishes to extend their gratitude to the staffs of Promedica Arden Courts Memory Care and Commonwealth Hospice for their wonderful care and kindness.

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Michael Snowden (September 24, 1955 ~ June 29, 2024)

Michael Snowden, 68, of Beaver Falls went to be with the Lord on Saturday June 29, 2024.

He was a member of Christ Temple, Church of God in Christ in Beaver Falls.  He was a Engineer for Conrail earlier in his lifetime.

Surviving are his four sisters and a brother, Victoria, Carla, Jennifer and Anthony Snowden, all of Beaver Falls, Antoinette (Tyrone) Williams of Ypsilanti, MI., four nephews, David (Marcie) Alford, Rochester, Anthony and Joshua of Beaver Falls, Richard (Charnell) Williams of Detroit MI., and a niece, India (Jared) Davis of Ypsilanti, MI., two great-nephews, Mason and Rhoman Alford of Rochester and two great-nieces, Sage and Savannah Williams of Detroit, MI.

He was preceded in death by his parents, the late Richard David Snowden, Lillian (Hobson) Snowden, and a sister, Sandra G. Alford.

A private funeral service was held for family at the HILL AND KUNSELMAN FUNERAL HOME, www.hillandkunselman.com, in Beaver Falls.

Memorial contributions may be made, in his memory to Christ Temple, Church of God in Christ, 2420 9th Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.

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Nancy C. Gibbs (February 05, 1931 – July 04, 2024)

Nancy C. (Netherland) Gibbs, 93, of Beaver, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 4, 2024, at Heritage Valley – Beaver.

Born on February 5, 1931, in Beaver, she was the daughter of the late George and Margaret (Boyd) Netherland.

Nancy had been a Pre-School Assistant at First Presbyterian Church in Beaver for many years.  She was a devout Catholic and was a member of Sts. Peter & Paul Church of Our Lady of the Valley Parish.  In her free time, Nancy was known to be immersed in a good book, taking her dog for walks around town, and volunteering at the Beaver Library.  She was also a talented artist, sharing her work with those she loved.

In addition to her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by her husband, LeRoy L. Gibbs; and her siblings, George Netherland, William Netherland, and Christy Netherland.

She is survived by her daughters, Christie Denillo, Stacie Gibbs, Pamela (Greg) Richmond, and Carie (Steve Nemec) Booher; 11 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Friends will be received on Tuesday, July 9th from 6-8PM at the GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES (Branch), 340 Third St., Beaver.

Prayers will be offered in the funeral home on Wednesday at 9:30AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10AM at Sts. Peter & Paul Church of Our Lady of the Valley Parish, 200 Third Street, Beaver, with Fr. Howard Campbell as celebrant.

Interment will be in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies with her beloved husband.

Ronald James Terrazzano (September 27, 1935 – June 30, 2024)

Ronald James Terrazzano, 88, passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at Brighton Wellness and Rehabilitation.
He was born on September 27, 1935, in New Brighton, PA to the late Vincent Salvador and Catherine M. (Lewarchik) Terrazzano.
Ronald is survived by the mother of his children, Barbra Ann Terrazzano; his children, Thomas V. Terrazzano and Tami (Jack) Sowach; and his grandchildren, Tressa Marie Terrazzano, Khristopher Thomas Terrazzano, and Tyler James Terrazzano.
He was preceded in death by his brother, John Terrazzano, and his sister, Delores Kester.
All services will be private.
The GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Chippewa Twp., was honored to assist Ron’s family.

Tina Marie Kamicker (Died July 2, 2024)

Tina Kamicker, 51, of New Brighton died Tuesday, July 2, 2024.

Born February 27, 1973, in Akron, Oh, a daughter of Charlotte (Wagner) Fleming and the late Roger Burchell.  She loved being an aunt, loved her in-laws like siblings, and she had a passion for Rock Music.

She was preceded in death by her father-in-law, Gregory Kamicker

Tina is survived by her wife, Faith Kamicker; three daughters, Destiny (Joel) Stoner, Alisha Whelan, Brittany Whelan (James Kamicker); an aunt, Linda Bauer.  Also surviving her is her favorite uncle Mark Wagner (Jun).

Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, July 13, 2024, at the New Brighton Croatian Club, starting at Noon.

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Nanette D. Ott (August 2, 1951 ~ July 2, 2024)

Nanette D. Ott, 72, of North Sewickley, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2024, after a courageous 24-year battle with cancer.

Born August 2, 1951, in Sewickley, Pa., she is the daughter of the late Richard and Alice (Perris) Winkler.  She was a 1969 graduate of Ambridge High School. She worked in Retail Service where she was an instore demonstrator.   She loved the going to the beach, especially the Outer Banks.  Her role as a loving spouse, nurturing parent, and devoted grandparent defined her life’s purpose. She created a home filled with laughter, love, and endless support, where every moment was a testament to her boundless love for her family. Her wisdom, guidance, and unconditional love will forever resonate in the hearts of those who were blessed to call her family.

Nanette is survived by her husband of 44 years, Larry Ott and his son, Jason Duckworth, three children Mindy Ott (Steve Kotuba), Ellwood City; Kyle (Kristin) Ott, Bridgeport, Conn; Holly Ott, Beaver; grandchildren, Liam Kotuba, Tyler Eugene Ott, and Tristyn Pablo Ott, Andrew Duckworth; brother, Richard (Donna) Winkler; and a nephew, Chris Winkler.

Friends will be received Saturday, July 6, 2024, in the First Presbyterian Church, 1103 8th Ave, Beaver Falls, Pa. from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m.  Pastor David Oyler, officiating.

Private interment will take place in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, Daugherty Twp.

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Maria Elena Andrews (June 8, 1941 – June 30, 2024)

Maria Elena Papa Andrews, age 83, of Beaver, formerly of Gibsonia, passed away June 30, 2024 in Allegheny General Hospital. She was born June 8, 1941 in Rochester, PA. She was the daughter of the late Patsy A. and Mary D. [Pompa] Papa. She was a former bookkeeper with Hesse Services in Wexford. Maria was a former member of St. Cecilia Roman Catholic Church in Rochester and former member of St. Ferdinand Roman Catholic Church. Maria attended and graduated from St. Cecilia Catholic School K-8 and then graduated from Rochester High School. She was a former den mother and scout leader and was known for her sense of humor, “lots of laughs” and nothing made her happier than family gatherings and her love of anything Italian. She was preceded in death by her husband William D. Andrews in 2013, and also by a sister and brother-in-law Rosalie and Robert Celio. She is survived by one daughter Michelle “Chelle” Robinson and her companion Ralph R. Pivirotto of Ohio Township and one son Kurt S. Robinson and his companion Christine Charlesworth of Evans City, two grandchildren Vanessa Pierandozzi and her husband Ty of Indian Hills, Colorado and Nickolas Robinson of Evans City, two great grandchildren Ophelia and Ruby. Maria is also survived by one brother and sister-in-law Frank G. and Cindy Papa of Patterson Township, one sister and brother-in-law Patty and Tom Kelly of Double Oak, Texas and several nieces, nephews and cousins, one aunt Antoinette “Aunt Nettie” Papa of Beaver, three stepsons William, Dan and Greg Andrews.

Maria’s wish was to be cremated. However friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 10:00 AM in St. Cecilia Roman Catholic Church in Rochester. Inurnment will be in the Cemetery of the Alleghenies.

Arrangements are entrusted to the William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc. 349 Adams St. Rochester, PA. The family wishes memorial contributions to a charity of choice.

 

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Shirley McKinnis (August 12, 1912 – June 27, 2024)

Shirley J. McKinnis, age 92, of Rochester Township, passed away peacefully on June 27th, 2024 at Villa St. Joseph, Baden. She was born August 12th, 1931 in Washington, PA. Shirley was the daughter of the late Edward and Georgia Lewis Rodgers. She was an employee of the former Kaufmann’s department store in Rochester as well as a Bell telephone operator in Washington, PA. Shirley was a member of Faith Community United Methodist church Rochester where she worked in the kitchen for various dinners. She was as also a member of MAC Sunday school class and previous president of the Rochester athletic mothers.
Shirley is survived by her husband Paul I. McKinnis. Surviving her as well are four children, Thomas E. McKinnis of Rochester Township, Timothy D. and Sandra McKinnis of Meadville, Paula S. and her favorite son-in-law Darel Pfeifer of Center Township, and Brad R. McKinnis of Beaver Falls. Shirley is also survived in life by her four grandchildren, Dirk Mckinnis, Michael Mckinnis and his companion, Nikki Smith, Matthew McKinnis, and Sydney Pfeifer, one great grandson Elyas McKinnis, and a former daughter-in-law, Arlene McKinnis.
Shirley’s wishes were to be cremated with no service. Arrangements are made entrusted to William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc.
The family wishes memorial contributions to be made to the Faith Community United Methodist Church, 341 Jefferson St, Rochester, PA 15074.

 

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