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Stephen Umberto Crano, 99, of Ambridge, passed away at home on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, with his son Mark by his side.  Born March 13, 1925. Steve passed after a valiant battle with cancer. Our Dad put on his suite of armor and fought to the end like a true American solider. Steve was a Roman Catholic Christian by faith. A proud Veteran who served as a medic with the 14th Portable Surgical Hospital, World War II, and the Korean Conflict with the U.S. Army. Steve is survived by three sons and a daughter in-law. Steven Crano, Mark and Joann Crano, and James Sumpter, one daughter Bernadette Grimm, grandson Cameron Crano, two Great Grandchildren Brynn and Tyler Sumpter, and his special longtime lady companion, Shirley Kremer. “Shirley, Dad loved you!”    Also, two sisters, Mrs. Phyllis Hewitt of Sewickley, Pa, and Mrs. Gay DeMando of Massillon, OH.  Numerous nieces, nephews, family, friends in the Ohio and Pennsylvania area, and across the U.S. Last but not least, his two best buds, Skippy and Rocco, his mini-Poms. They went with him everywhere! Steve was proceeded in death by his beloved wife Elizabeth (Betty) Crano, parents, Antonio Crano and Annette (Tonti) Mack, sisters Eleanor Crano, Lenora Mack, Rose DeVenanzio, Marie Crano and brothers Frederick Crano and Anthony Crano. For decades Steve was an active member of the American Legion.  He was past commander of the Ambridge Post 341, Midland Post 481, Beaver County Commander, and District Commander. Steve also served on numerous National Committees with the American Legion. As a member of the American Legion, Steve was instrumental in getting special license plates for disabled veterans in Pennsylvania. He planted a garden each summer, and he loved going out whether to McDonald’s with Joann after a VA visit, or with Bernadette to a yard sale. He loved a good yard sale! If he saw something he thought you’d like, he’d buy it to surprise you. He cooked fresh dog food EVERYDAY for his two buddies. He spoke his mind and was a Patriot who loved talking’ politics. But in recent years, he was understandably frustrated about the treatment of our veterans, or lack thereof. He lived life his way. Steve will be greatly missed by those who truly loved him. Friends and family will be received on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, from 2-4 and 6-8 PM, in the Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge, 724-266-2549. Departing prayers will be held at 9:30 AM on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 10:30 AM at Saint Luke the Evangelist Church, 725 Glenwood Ave, Ambridge. Burial with full military honors provided by the Beaver County Honor Guard will follow at Beaver Cemetery. Obituary can be viewed at alvarezhahnfs.com

Leland “Lee” Carl Rubino, 81, of Monaca passed away on June 28, 2024. Visitation and

celebration of life for Lee will be held from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Thursday, July 4 at Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca.

A funeral mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM, Friday, July 5 at St. John The Baptist Catholic Church, Monaca (Please meet at the church). Private interment will follow in the parish cemetery.

Lee was an avid fisherman, and he enjoyed trips to Las Vegas with friends. Lee graduated from Monaca Senior High School and enjoyed attending high school sporting events with his family. He was a lifetime member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church.

Born in Rochester, he was the son of the late Charles W., Sr. and Frances M. (Ciccone) Rubino. He is preceded in death by his brother David F. Rubino.

Lee is survived by his children Trena (Eric) Sepos of Center Township and Darrin (Michelle) Rubino of Madison, Indiana; a grandson Christian Sepos; his brother Charles W., Jr. (Sandra) Rubino; sister-in-law Donna Rubino.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Salvatore Taormina, 72, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, in his Potter Twp home. Born on July 24, 1951, he was a graduate of Monaca High School. He traveled all over the world as a Quality Control Inspector. Salvie was a member of the Laborers and Pipefitters Unions as well as a longtime member of the Monaca Sons of Italy. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Taormina and his mother, Rafaella (Barella) Taormina, and his first wife, Terri (Best) Taormina.

Salvie is survived by his wife, Barbara (Roland) Taormina, his three loving daughters, Julie Taormina (Tim Depenhart), Jaimie Taormina, and Christine (Steven) Matiko, Brian Roland, and Laura Lonehill, his cherished grandchildren, Calista Taormina (Annamarie Difilippo), Acy Matiko (Caleb Neff), Taylor Harlow, Aidan Matiko, Bailee Harlow and Keenan Matiko- all from Beaver County, and many other grandchildren from out of state. He also leaves behind a sister, Josephine Taormina, and a brother, Frank (Kate) Taormina and his cats, Ducky, Maddie, and Sammy. Friends will be received on July 3 from 5PM-7PM followed by a prayer service at Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, PA 15061 with refreshments after the service.

Salvie will be fondly remembered for his sense of humor and his kindness towards everyone. Anyone who met him immediately became part of his family. He was happiest when eating spaghetti and meatballs, surrounded by those who loved him. This obituary was lovingly prepared by his  children in his memory.

Margaret “Peggy” Shaw, 97 of Beaver passed away peacefully in the early evening hours of Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at Beaver Meadows, Beaver with her family by her side.
Born January 16, 1927 in New Brighton, PA, she was the daughter of the late Lewis and Eleanor Powell. Peggy was a faithful member of the First Presbyterian Church, Beaver and was very active in a myriad of local lady’s athletic clubs.
She is survived by her son Leslie (Denise) Shaw, Beaver, a daughter, Sidney L. (Bill Haniotes) Shaw, Beaver, cherished grandchildren, Harmony (Matthew) Stewart, Dr. Heather (Dr. Frank) Grisafi, Stephanie (Allen) Johnson, Kacie (Joshua) Eckelberger, Leslie (Frank) Klutka, great grandchildren, Mia and Lucca Grisafi, Sawyer Sisk, Jack Stewart, Crew Stewart, Bronson and Bryar Eckelberger, Haven Scott, Lily Klutka, Evangeline Klutka, and Adriana Margaret Klutka. She is also survived by her beloved Yorkie, Maggie Mae.
Peggy lived her life with kindness, dignity, and class and that resulted in many beautiful friends- new and old- whom she cherished and loved. Of special note, Beverly and Carl Merriman; and faithful friend and “honorary daughter” Cindy Nardelli.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loyal and beloved husband of 67 years, Richard L. Shaw, and brother Brad Powell.
Friends are welcome to attend a funeral service which will be held Monday, July 1 at 11:00am at the First Presbyterian Church, Beaver by her pastor, Reverend Jeffrey A. Arnold. Private interment will take place at the Beaver Cemetery. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Shaw Family Trust at the Pittsburgh Foundation, 5 PPG Place, Suite 250, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 to provide college scholarships for Beaver County students; the Beaver County Foundation- Shaw Park Project, P.O. Box 569, Beaver, PA 15009 to rebuild the community pool/parks and recreation; or The Beaver County Humane Society (BCBH) 3394 Broadhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

Alice Marie Taylor, 86, of South Beaver Twp., passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at Heritage Valley-Beaver, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on May 8, 1938 in Pittsburgh, PA, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Rita (Hyland) Friedel.

As a young girl living in South Beaver, Alice loved spending time on her horse “Cookie” and later worked at the Black Hawk Golf Course lunch counter. She graduated from Beaver Falls High School and went on to work as a secretary for Paul Brooks and Sons. Alice had a passion for social events including dances and parties. In April of 1959, she married the love of her life and devoted herself to being a wife and loving mother of three sons.

Alice was a woman of faith and served as a Bible school teacher at the First Presbyterian Church in Darlington, PA. She was involved in various community activities such as being a Den Mother for troop 409, participating in the Blackhawk PTA, and supporting her children in baseball and football. She also volunteered on the election board for South Beaver Township for many years.

A significant and meaningful part of Alice’s life was working alongside her husband and two sons in their family business, where she served as Secretary for Carl Taylor and Sons. She loved flying with her eldest son, anytime and to any destination.

Alice adored the holidays and dressing for every occasion. She loved traveling, spending time with all of her family and her dear friends, and participating in activities over the years such as bowling and card clubs.

Alice was a deeply cherished mother-in-law.  She was a warm, treasured grandmother and great-grandmother, relishing the opportunity to spoil her grandchildren, including a recent shopping trip with her great-granddaughter Lilly.

She was a loving person, full of life, never wanting to miss out on any moment. She often commented on how blessed she was to live such a full and wonderful life. She will be dearly missed by many.

In addition to her parents, Alice was preceded in death by a son, Daniel L. Taylor, two brothers, Lloyd and Raymond Schmeltz, and a sister Lorraine (Schmeltz) Coon.

Alice is survived by her loving husband of 65 years H. Carl Taylor; two sons, Greg (Jamie) Taylor and John (Cheryl) Taylor; six grandchildren, Gregory, Justin, Tom, Ashley, Jake, Kelsey; five great- grandchildren; and a daughter-in-law, Donna Taylor.

Friends will be received on Friday, June 28^th from 2-4pm and 6-8pm in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME- 117 Blackhawk Rd., Beaver Falls PA 15010 where a service will be held on Saturday, June 29^th at 11am. Rev. Lee Bittner will officiate.

Interment will follow in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park.

Contributions may be made in Alice’s name to the Wounded Warriors Project- 600 River Ave Suite 400, Pittsburgh, PA 15212.

Juliann Lematte, age 32, of New Brighton formerly of Conway, passed away on June 23rd, 2024, in Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh. She was born May 3rd, 1992 in Kaliningrad Region, Russia. She is the daughter of Christian M. Lematte of New Brighton, and the late Patricia Ann Giannette Lematte. Juliann loved being at home with family, and had a strong love for any animal. In addition to her father, she is survived by one brother, Christian A. Lematte of Conway, and her best friend Ciera. In addition to her mother, Patricia, Juliann was also preceded in death by her grandmother, Helen Giannette.
Friends will be received Monday from 2-4 P.M. in The William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc. 349 Adams Street, Rochester, PA 15074. Private Interment will be Tuesday at Calvary Cemetery, Freedom PA. The family wishes memorial contributions be made to Animal Rescues such as Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh https://humaneanimalrescue.org/