David C. Couch, 73, formerly of New Brighton, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness on December 29th, 2025, under the care of Gateway Hospice and Beaver Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Beaver Falls, the place he called home for over four years. He was born on January 31st, 1952, the eldest child of the late Carl and Juanita Couch. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his great niece, Addison Grace Gagliardi. He is survived by his siblings: Rebecca (Mark) Weatherly of Arizona, Tim Couch of Ohio, Mark Couch of Virginia, Tom (Judy) Couch of New Brighton and Mary Beth Burnsworth; as well as four nephews: Shane, Troy, and Brent Weatherly, and Tom (TJ) Couch; as well as four nieces: Shannon Blair, Christina Clark, Tiffany Gagliardi, and Rachel Burnsworth; along with numerous great nieces and nephews. David was a 1970 graduate of New Brighton High School, and he was an “Oak Hill boy”. He spent many years managing and owning gasoline/service stations with towing services and working on automobiles as a mechanic. He took great pride in the last station he had owned on Route 18 in Big Beaver, “Dave’s Sunoco”. He had also worked at B&W and was a long-haul truck driver before his health declined. He faithfully sent postcards home to his parents as he traveled around the country. He was a dedicated son and helped to provide care for his aging parents prior to their deaths. David was a lover of the sport of car racing and had, in the past, owned and raced his own cars. From an age before he even had his driver’s license, he began to purchase numerous vehicles, repair and repurpose them, and sell them only to purchase another one. He had more vehicles in his lifetime than anyone can remember or count. He was also an avid football and Steelers fan. David was an “old soul” and always had a penchant for being a father figure, doling out advice to his five younger siblings. In accordance with David’s wishes, there will be no visitation or viewing and his remains will be cremated. Arrangements have been entrusted to Corless-Kunselman Funeral Services, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls. Memorial donations, if desired, may be made, in his name, to a reputable charity organization that supports Parkinson’s disease or kidney disease, or another charitable organization of choice.

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James V. Pursley, 83, of Hopewell Township, passed away on December 30th, 2025 in Good Samaritan Hospice House, Wexford. He was born in Sewickley on August 14th, 1942, the only son of Vaughn and Margaret Pursley. He is survived by his beloved wife, Patty Pursley and his son and daughter in law, Jim & Renae Pursley, of Hopewell, his grandchildren, Marissa Shell and Ryan Gailey and his great grandchildren, Arionna, Amiya, and Prince Shell.

James worked as a Locomotive Engineer for the A&S Railroad. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to spend time hunting and fishing. He also loved riding his motorcycle.

All services are private. Arrangements have been entrusted to Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Private interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, 450 Penn Avenue, Aliquippa.

Stanley James Phillips, 75, of Beaver, passed away peacefully on December 16th, 2025, in the comfort of the family cottage on Connoquenessing Creek. He was born in Sewickley on May 24th, 1950, the son of the late Howard and Joye Phillips. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his in-laws who truly loved him like a son, Gilio and Helena Lazzaretti and his very good friend and his spiritual brother, Joseph Vitunic. He is survived by his grieving family, including his wife of 40 years, Lisa Phillips, his children: Jessica (Ryan) Follmer, Samuel J. Phillips, Elizabeth (Noah) Lheureau, and Hannah (Jerry) Welsh; as well as his grandson, James Follmer, his sisters, Barbara (Walter) Johns and Peggy Vitovich, his sister-in-law, Judy (Roger) Spurlock, his nephews, Caleb Spurlock, Jacob Spurlock and Jason Phillips, his nieces, Michaela Spurlock and Rachael Cottrell, and his best buddy, his dog Benny.

Stanley attended Moon Township High School where he developed his love of music playing the bass clarinet. He earned two Associates Degrees in Electronics and as an OR Technician, and was also certified in HVAC. At the age of twenty, he served his country in the Armed Forces during the Vietnam War, and despite the odds he made it home safely. In the years following, and in meeting his wife, Lisa, he gave his life to Christ. His steadfast faith was an inspiration to his family and community. He devoted much of his time to studying and applying God’s word and bearing witness to all who met him through his good works, sharing his story, and playing worship music. His ministries included hosting Bible studies in his home, serving his church community as an elder, shepherding new Christians in their walk of faith, and leading worship for his church. His walk with God brought him the opportunity to play bass in the church worship band. For many years, you could see him loading into the church early to set up, because if he was not early, he was late. He was a gifted musician who sang, played the bass, guitar, lap steel, and several other instruments. His passion and faith radiated from him when he played music for his friends and family, touching their lives and bringing them closer to one another and closer to God. Anything he did, he did so with pride and determination. He was also an avid fisherman who loved to share his knowledge with others. He taught his son, his daughters, his wife, and countless friends how to hook a worm and catch a big one all while teaching them to love and respect nature. Catching two fish on the same line was his most impressive fishing trick. The time he spent with his fishing buddies was a source of fond memories and great stories. He also had several jobs over the years, from working at Dravo between 1973 and 1983, working as an electronic technician, and an OR technician. Then he found contentment working in maintenance with Beaver County, where he could use his mental and technical expertise while doing what he loved most, working with his hands. If there was something he could not fix, it was truly broken. He worked for the county until his retirement in 2011. He raised four wonderful children alongside his beloved wife of 40 years, Lisa. From the moment they met, they knew that they had both found a lifelong love. He was an outdoorsman as well as a craftsman, building a beautiful home with Lisa. Together, they brought their dreams into reality, no matter how big or small. He was a gentle and quiet man, despite his tall stature. He was incredibly smart, so resilient, and loved to laugh. His kind eyes and the way his face crinkled during a good belly laugh, will be sorely missed. He had many hobbies, all of which he would become an expert on, however what he enjoyed most was quality time spent with his friends, family, and his dog. He always wanted the best for his family and was determined to raise his kids better than the generation before him. We would like to think he succeeded in that. He will be remembered in every belly laugh, in every moment of quiet contemplation, in every bear hug, with love, respect, and gentile sorrow.

A memorial visitation will be held on Friday, January 2nd from 11 a.m. until the time of a memorial service at 1 p.m. in the Gabauer-Todd Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 340 Third Street, Beaver, who was in charge of his arrangements. A Celebration Of Life will follow on Friday, January 2nd at 2 p.m. at Frank G’s Place, 500 Market St, Beaver. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Disabled American Veterans.

Inurnment will take place in the spring at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville.

Florence E. Moser, 81, of Munhall, passed away on December 24th, 2025, at Heritage Valley Beaver. She was born in Pittsburgh on February 15th, 1944, the daughter of the late Ewing and Mildred (Eppley) Moser. She is survived by her brother, Wayne (Martha) Moser, two nephews, David Moser and Keith (Julie) Moser, a great niece and nephew, Charlie and Aubrey, as well as two special friends, Linda Parous of Munhall and Becca Antoz of Hampton.

Florence worked in Healthcare as an Licensed Practical Nurse at Magee Women’s Hospital in Pittsburgh for over 40 years and was a member of Lincoln Place Church of the Nazarene in Pittsburgh.

Private interment will take place at Jefferson Memorial Park, 401 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh.

The GABAUER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, Inc., 1133 Penn Avenue, New Brighton, was honored to care for Florence and her family during this most difficult time and was the funeral home that was in charge of her arrangements.

Tammy Lynn Lealand, 54, of Hopewell Township, passed away unexpectedly on December 20th, 2025. She was born in Rochester on August 1st, 1971, a daughter of the late Garth and Andrea Wilson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two siblings, Scott Wilson and Debbie Harding. She is survived by her beloved blue and gold McCaw, Shane, a daughter, Taylor (Austin) Kelly, three grandchildren: Ashley, Scott and Kouvr, a brother, Terry (Tina) Wilson and numerous nieces and nephews.

Tammy was a very giving person, she loved a lot and she lived a lot. She enjoyed her job as a security guard with the Sisters of St. Joseph in Baden for more than 23 years.  She most recently worked as a pharmacy tech for Giant Eagle in their warehouse in Freedom. She loved animals, crafting, and Pepsi. She also loved to volunteer and donate her time and crafts.

All services for Tammy are private. Arrangements have been entrusted to the branch of Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

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