Peter “Pete” Andrew D’Ambrosio, 77, passed away on October 26th, 2025. He was born on May 13th, 1948, a beloved son of Samuel J. and Katherine (“Kusha” Jarostowski) D’Ambrosio. He is survived by his large family: his children, Tina Voss, Samuel (Marcia) D’Ambrosio and Lisa (Randy) Dobich, as well as his siblings: Shirley D’Ambrosio, Kathy (Punk) Tusick, Darlene D’Ambrosio and Richard D’Ambrosio; along with his grandchildren: Tara, Ashley, Jacob, Samuel II, Joey, Branden, Jorden, and Haley; as well as his nephews, Eric (Jennifer), Jason (Jennifer), and Christopher (Jennifer) and his many great-grandchildren. He is also survived by: Rachelle, Danielle, Cheryl (David) Zehnder, and Carolyn (Michael) Hrusko, who lovingly referred to him as their Uncle Pete.

He was preceded in death by his longtime love, Betty Wilson, with whom he shared many years of happiness and companionship. He was also preceded in death by his beloved sister, Marlene D’Ambrosio, his niece, Caitlin Tusick, his Aunt JuJu, his Aunt Ann and Uncle John Jarostowski.

Peter retired from Ambridge Water Authority after many years of service. He also worked alongside Betty at the Orbit Inn, making many friends and lasting memories. He found great joy in tending to his flower gardens, decorating for the holidays, and his hobby of rescuing other people’s things that he would fix up and surprise his family and friends with. He will be remembered for his humor, generosity, and the warmth he shared with everyone lucky enough to know him. He will be missed deeply by his family, friends, and the many people whose lives he touched.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, October 30th, from 4 P.M. until the time of a funeral service at 6 P.M. in Alvarez Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge, who was in charge of his arrangements.

Brian Scott Harper, 48, of Monaca, passed away unexpectedly on October 26th, 2025 at his residence.

He was born in Rochester on November 7th, 1976, a son of Bonnie Lynn (Meier) Harper and the late David Clayton Harper. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his children, Bailey (Joe) Tomosky, Preston Harper, and Kendall Harper, his siblings, Christopher (Justina) Harper and Misty Harper, his nieces and nephews: Tori, Taylor, Colt, Caleb, JD, and Kieran; as well as a special friend, Kelly King, as well as many friends.

Brian was a graduate of the Community College of Beaver County. He had worked for Mattress Firm and most recently was a logistics operations manager for HUB Group.  He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching Steelers football.

Friends will be received for a memorial visitation on Monday, November 3^rd from 4 P.M. until the time of a brief celebrant service at 7:30 P.M. in the GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES (Branch), 340 Third Street, Beaver, who was in charge of his arrangements.

Joyce Ann (Coon) McAdoo, 69, of West Mayfield, passed away on October 24th, 2025 at her residence.
She was born in Beaver Falls on December 29th, 1955, a daughter of the late William and Dorothy (Morgan) Coon. In addition to her parents, Joyce is preceded in death by her brother, William Coon. She is survived by her beloved husband of almost 52 years, John R. McAdoo, her children, Jonelle Zinsmaster, Janna McAdoo, and John David McAdoo, her grandchildren, Taylor Morgan Thomas, Brian Zinsmaster, and Landon Zinsmaster, a great-grandaughter, Cameron Akins and her siblings, Rebecca Sansenbaugher and Russell Coon.
Joyce was a member of the New Brighton Church of the Nazarene. She was a proud mother and grandmother, devoted to her family. In her younger years, Joyce worked at a registered nurse. She loved to spend time with her grandkids, shop, antiquing, and camping! Joyce loved to travel with the Pittsburgh Patriots softball team with her husband, John, where she was the team score keeper.
Friends will be received on Wednesday, October 29th from 2 P.M. to 4 P.M. and 6 P.M. to 8 P.M. in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, Inc., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, who was in cahrge of his arrangements. Joyce will lie in state on Thursday, October 30th from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. at New Brighton Church of the Nazarene, 423 Penn Avenue, New Brighton. Interment will follow at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, Route 68, Rochester.

Sophia Kelly, 97, of East Palestine, Ohio, passed away on October 25^th, 2025, at Covington Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation.

She was born in Beaver Falls on December 7^th, 1927, a daughter of the late Julius and Alexandria (Roginska) Kompa. She attended Our Lady of the Lourdes Roman Catholic Parish in East Palestine Ohio. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, William Kelly and her siblings: John Kompa, Chester Kompa, Helen Palyash, Eleanor Jansto, Jane Thompson and Lottie Bedekovich. She is survived by her daughters, Karen (Dannie) McCuean and Linda (Dale) Androlia, her grandchildren, Jennifer (Don) Gaulden, Dale (Jennifer) Androlia Jr., and Christopher (Shawna) Androlia and her great grandchildren: Heather Sommer, Sarah Jaine (Wyatt) Fenner, Easton, Sarah Kathryn, Hunter, Cooper, and Braedon; as well as a great-great grandchild, Stetson.

In Sophia’s past time, she enjoyed crocheting, sewing, and reading. She loved taking care of her family.

Friends will be received on Thursday, October 30^th, from 2 to 4 P.M. and 6 to 8 P..M at the Gabauer-Lutton Funeral home and Cremation Services Inc., 117 Blackhawk Road Beaver Falls, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where prayers will be held on Friday, October 31^st at 10:15 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian burial at Our Lady of the Lourdes Roman Catholic Parish, 210 E. Main Strett, East Palestine, Ohio.

Interment will be at St. Mary’s Cemetery, 2927 Clayton Road, Beaver Falls.

Valerie Ann Kennedy, 68, of Chippewa, passed away on October 27th, 2025, after a brief illness, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on July 7th, 1957, in Ravenna, Ohio, the daughter of the late Nicholas and Marcella Vacar. She is survived by her daughters, Leah Kennedy, of Beaver, and Laura (Zach) Anderson, of Cranberry, her long-time partner, Bobby Lewis, of Patterson, her brother, Vaughn (Martine) Vacar, of Columbiana, Ohio, her granddaughter, Kaia Anderson, her nephews, Nicholas and Nathaniel Vacar, as well as her faithful four-legged companions, Rocky and Skye. Valerie was a faithful member of Orchard Hill Church in Wexford, and was a long-time educator at Western Beaver High School. She was an incredible and avid golfer, a gifted writer, lover of Arctic dogs, and a talented musician, having played the guitar for many years. Her true passion was the outdoors, having hiked and visited the Rocky Mountain National Park, for many years with her family.

Valeries family honored her privately, in accordance with her wishes.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be shared in Valeries name to the Sierra Club, www.sierraclub.org.

Professional Arrangements have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.

William “Bill” Oaks, 79, of Hopewell, passed away on October 25th, 2025. He was born on January 30th, 1946, the son of the late Willard and Geraldine Oaks. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Louise Crocker. He is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Sharon (Beatty) Oaks; his children, Sheri (William) Taylor and Lori Oaks, his grandchildren: Marissa, Cecil, William, Anthony, Isaiah, and Devandre; as well as his great-grandchildren: Javon, Azariah, Brayden, Maxwell and Micah. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and many dear friends, especially his Bradbury Squad.

William proudly served his country as a United States Marine during the Vietnam War. Following his service, he worked for J&L Steel for 33 and a half years before retiring. He enjoyed spending time at the Mountaineer Casino Resort, tending to his garden, and keeping watch over Bradbury Drive. He was known for his humor and warmth, his favorite saying to his family was simply, “Me too.”

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Visiting Angels for their wonderful care and compassion toward Bill.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 29th, from 3 P.M. until 7 P.M. at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 Eighth Street, Ambridge, who was in charge of his arrangements. William’s burial will take place on Thursday, October 30th, at 10:30 A.M. at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville.

Michael Barny Kerr, 61, of New Brighton, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home on October 19th, 2025, surrounded by his four children and granddaughter who loved him dearly.

He was born on May 29th, 1964, a son of the late Martin E. Kerr Sr. and Hazel F. Kerr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his parents, his stepmother, Geraldine Kerr; his infant grandson, Isaiah Joseph Kerr, his infant sister, Anita Elaine Kerr, his sister, Anita Lynn Leport, his brother, Martin E. Kerr Jr. and his nephew, Mikey Lee Goehring II. He is survived by his children, Michael Kerr Jr. of Weirton, West Virginia, Sheila Kerr of Beaver Falls, Krista Kerr of New Brighton and Mitchael (Leslee) Kerr of Beaver Falls. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Samuel Kerr, Sadie Battalini, Paige Blackburn, Alexander Kinkade, Raelynn Kerr, and Semyiah Kerr; as well as his sisters Rita (Dennis) Rape and Juanita (David) Beaver, his aunt, Linda Delauter (James Caserta) and many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He lived life his own way: full of grit, laughter, and love. In his younger years, he could often be found up on a roof or hanging drywall, working hard and taking pride in every job. When the workday ended, he enjoyed socializing, whether at a local bar, sitting around a backyard fire at his home, or spending time with family and friends sharing good stories and great conversations.

A true scrapper at heart, Mike knew his metals better than most folks know their own neighborhoods. He could spot value in anything, a skill that reflected how he saw life: always finding worth and meaning in unexpected places.

Mike had a few sayings that summed him up perfectly:

> “A man is only as good as his word.”

“Believe nothing you hear and half what you see.”

“If you’re not early, you’re late.”

He lived by those words every day — honest, sharp, and true to himself. He also had a lifelong love for junk food, which he enjoyed with humor and absolutely no guilt.

Family meant everything to Mike. Whether it was big get-togethers, quiet nights at home, or just being there when someone needed him, he showed his love through loyalty, laughter, and hard work. He leaves behind a legacy of strong values, quick wit, and a heart that never stopped giving.

Though he may be gone from sight, his voice, his laughter, and his wisdom will echo forever in the hearts of those who knew him. In his honor, grab a snack, share a laugh, and remember to keep your word — Mike sure always did.

Upon his request, there will be no funeral arrangements. The funeral home that took care of him was Simpson Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca.