Donna Padezanin, 89, of Economy Borough, passed away on March 23rd, 2026. She was born on October 19th, 1936, a beloved daughter of the late David E. Sr. and Mary (Wassum) Hendrickson.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Waso Padezanin; her daughter, Susan Padezanin; her brothers, Raymond, David, Donald, Harold, Norman, and Blaine; and her sisters, Velma Foley and Norma Lewarchik. She is  survived by her son, Todd (Sharon) Padezanin, her cherished grandchildren, Elena and Lila Padezanin, her sisters-in-law, Mary Hendrickson and Sylvia Hendrickson, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Donna was employed as a secretary at Dravo Corporation. She found great joy in traveling to Presque Isle State Park in Erie, gardening, and spending time with her grandchildren, who brought her endless happiness. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew and loved her.

Family and friends will be received on Thursday, March 26th, from 2–4 P.M. and 5–7 P.M. at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where a funeral service will be held on Friday, March 27th, at 11 A.M. followed by interment at Oak Grove Cemetery, 1101 9th Street Extension, Freedom.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial donations be made in Donna’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association at:
https://www.alz.org/

Paul R. Pinchot, Sr., 77, of Economy Borough, passed away on March 22nd, 2026. He was born on December 12th, 1948 and he was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, John and Anna Pinchot. He is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Candice (Helsing) Pinchot, his children, Paul (Jamie) Pinchot and Kimberly (Joe) Bogati and his cherished grandchildren, Emma and Tyler Pinchot, and Genevieve and Josiane Bogati.

Paul was a 1967 graduate of Ambridge Area High School and went on to attend the Pittsburgh Art Institute. He built a career as a graphic artist with G.A.I. Consultants, formerly known as Green Engineering, where he worked until his retirement. He was an avid fisherman and was a proud member of the Ambridge Area Sportsman’s Club. He enjoyed coaching youth sports and took great pride in watching his grandchildren participate in their own sporting events. In retirement, he found joy in acrylic painting.

A memorial visitation will be held on Sunday, March 29th, from 12-4 P.M. at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge, who was in charge of his arrangements.

Elinor G. (Babcock) Taylor, 99, of Moon Township, passed away on March 22nd, 2026 in her home. She was born in Malden, Massachusetts on May 23rd, 1926, the daughter of the late Newell & Greta (Bishop) Babcock. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John H. Taylor, and a son, Gary Taylor. She is survived by her three daughters, Gayle Taylor of New York, Glenda Lamb of Moon Township, Stacey Atkinson (James) of Moon Township and her grandchildren: Lindsay Lamb, Lauren Lamb, Carolynn Lamb, and Ryan Kelly; along with several other grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Elinor lived a full and beautiful life, filled with joy, always surrounded by family, and known for being a loving and supportive presence to those she held dear. She was married for 75 years to her devoted husband, John H, Taylor. She loved animals, especially dogs, and was an avid card player who particularly enjoyed bridge. She cherished time spent with her family and found great happiness in vacationing together.

A memorial for Elinor will take place on Tuesday, March 31st at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville.

In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the branch of Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

James Junior Elliott, 87, of Center Township, passed away on March 22nd, 2026, at Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford. He was born on January 13th, 1939, the son of the late James Elliott. He is survived by his sister, Mildred Elliott.

James attended Beaver County Rehabilitation Center and was a beloved figure known for his magnetic personality and sweet tooth for peppermint patties. He found joy in the simple pleasures of life. His love for shopping and dining out was matched only by his enthusiasm for music. A graveside service will be held on Friday, March 27th at 2 p.m., at the Clinton Cemetery, 1171 Old Route 18, Wampum. We would like to extend a special thank you to HAP LLC for the care that they provided for James. Professional Services and arrangements were entrusted to CORLESS-KUNSELMAN FUNERAL SERVICES, LLC 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls.

Thomas R. Miller, Sr., 94, of Conway Borough, passed away peacefully on March 22nd, 2026, at Concordia at Villa St. Joseph in Baden. He was born in Ambridge on January 25th, 1932, the son of the late Chester and Ann Miller. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Joan M. (Sinovic) Miller. He is survived by his son, Thomas Miller, Jr., his grandson, Matthew, his granddaughters, Caitlin and Ashley, his daughter, Cynthia “Cindy” Engelman, his grandson, Shawn and his wife, Stephanie, his great-grandchildren, Sophia, Sarah, and one on the way.

Thomas enjoyed attending and watching sporting events and spending time in his garden. His favorite pastime was spending time with his family.

In accordance with his wishes, he will be cremated and no services are being planned.

The GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Chippewa Township, 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, was honored to provide care and guidance to Thomas’ family, and was the funeral home that was in charge of his arrangements.

Gene Kershbaumer, 71, of Daugherty Township, passed away peacefully on March 22nd, 2026, at Mercy Health Hospice of the Valley in Youngstown, Ohio. He was born on July 21st, 1954, a son of the late Eugene and Thelma (Morgan) Kershbaumer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Terry and his mother-in-law, Betty Cochran. He is survived by his wife, Carol, his daughter, Erin Kershbaumer, his sister, Barbara and her husband, John Fowler, his brothers-in-law Mel Cochran, Jr. M.D. and Kenneth (Tina) Cochran, as well as many nephews, nieces, great-nephews and great-nieces.

Gene was a 1972 graduate of North Western High School in Darlington. He retired from working at Consolidated Supply Chain Services as a Director of Strategic Sourcing. There will be no public visitation for Gene. Professional Services and arrangements were entrusted to CORLESS-KUNSELMAN FUNERAL SERVICES, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls.

Joseph M. Aquino, 77, of Beaver, passed away on March 10th, 2026. He was born on August 2nd, 1948, the beloved son of the late Lillian (Keneski) Aquino. Joseph was a well-known and faithful man in his community for many years. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 25th at 10 a.m. in St. Monica Church, 116 Thorndale Drive, Beaver Falls. Inurnment will take place at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Mausoleum, 2927 Clayton Road, Beaver Falls. Arrangements have been entrusted to the branch of Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Richard Eugene Howard, 75, was born on July 24th, 1950 at Allegheny General Hospital on Pittsburgh’s North Side and died on March 20th, 2026 at the same hospital. He was the son of the late Mary Imogene Howard and Murray McKnight Howard, who loved him very much and who Richard loved so dearly. He married Marilynn Ann Campbell on June 23rd, 1972, and enjoyed 53 years of a marriage that was truly blessed by God. Throughout Richard’s work-life that began at age fourteen with a work permit, he was employed by: Farmer’s Pride Inc., Gateway Fruit Company, Glenshaw Glass Company, Etna High School, Brody Brothers Inc., and Zeiden’s Men’s Clothing; which he and Marilynn bought from Louis Zeiden in 1986. He served on the Passavant Memorial Homes Board and became the Founding Chairman of the Board for a start-up related corporation, Life Enrichment Trust. He was employed by Passavant Memorial Homes Family of Services and Carnegie Free Library of Beaver Falls and finally helped found River Communities Fiduciary Services, Inc. in 2016, where he served as President to lead the company. He and Marilynn both studied music education at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP). A series of chronic illnesses prohibited him from receiving his degree. However, he was able to provide several churches with the fruits of music education for him serving as Choir Director for First Methodist Church in Punxsutawney, First Methodist Church in Indiana, Pennsylvania, First Presbyterian Church in Beaver Falls and Christ Anglican Church in New Brighton. He had a love-based faith to lead all the music programs and to use his vocal abilities to serve in church choirs where he attended. He faithfully served God and Jesus Christ. He was a kind, generous, compassionate man who looked at each person as a child of God. The family is grateful for the care and support by the entire staff at Allegheny General Hospital throughout his hospitalization and final days. A Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, from 3-7 p.m. at Corless-Kunselman Funeral Services, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of his arrangements. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 26th, at 10 a.m. at Christ Anglican Church, 1217 Third Avenue, New Brighton. Private interment will follow at Grandview Cemetery, 139 Norwood Drive, Beaver Falls. Prior to his death, one of the last projects Richard was working on was to establish, “The Richard E & Marilynn A Howard Foundation,” a charitable organization for the non-profit River Communities Fiduciary Service. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to this foundation.

Mary S. Birris, 95, of Aliquippa, passed away on March 21st, 2026 in Tapestry Senior Living in Coraopolis. She was born in Aliquippa on December 1st, 1930, a daughter of the late George and Thames Skeriotis. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Paul T. Birris and her sisters, Sandra Babich and Nancy Ball. She is survived by her two children, Atty Thomas P. (Dorthea) Birris and Tami Segerson, three cherished grandchildren, Talia Birris, Ashley (Zach) Loechner and Damien Segerson and two great grandchildren, Theo and Ariella.

Mary was a member of the Kimmisis Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church and a member of the church’s Senior Citizens Group. She was employed by the Visiting Nurse Association of Allegheny County for 24 years before her retirement in 1993. She greatly enjoyed working with stroke survivors and since retirement was a volunteer for the Visiting Nurse Foundation Stroke Survivors Group of Moon Township and Sewickley. She was also a member of the Aliquippa Community Hospital Auxiliary.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, March 25th from 3-7 p.m. in the Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Aliquippa, 2345 Mill Street, Aliquippa, who was in charge of her arrangements. A Funeral Service  will be held on Thursday, March 26th at 11 a.m. in Kimisis Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church, 2111 Davidson Street, Aliquippa.

Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, 450 Penn Avenue, Aliquippa.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Kimisis Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church 2111 Davidson Street, Aliquippa, PA 15001.