Patricia A. Nardick (Wilson), 68, of Aliquippa, passed away unexpectedly at Hermitage Valley Medical Center on December 10th, 2024. She was born on May 29th, 1956, a daughter of the late Bill “Wishy” and Rose Nardick. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, David “Cowboy” Nardick, two grandsons, Jacob Pack and Michael Hoover, her long-time best friend (sister) Shirley Deluigi, as well as many family members and friends that she missed with all her heart.

She is survived by her 3 daughers, Jennifer (Jay) Wilson, of Erie, Heather Wilson, of Springfield, Tennessee and Natalie Wilson of Ellwood City, six grandchildren, Corey (Sydney) Pack, Joshua (Harlee) Pack of Springfield, Tennessee, Jared Lee of Ellwood City, Jocelyn Hoover, Caleb Hoover, of Erie and
Hayden Tesnovich of Ellwod City, 2 great-grandchildren, Maelynn Pack and Gabriel Pack of Springfield, Tennessee, a sister, Norma Stanhope, a long friend and companion, Joseph Roma, two amazing friends (sisters), Leah Piroli and Lesia Razzano Dobo, with whom her family will be forever grateful for all
of their care and support over the years, along with many nieces and nephews, that she loved and adored.

Patricia was known for her strong love for others, her giving heart, her strong will, her love for family and friends and her amazing love for the Lord.
She graduated from Aliquippa Senior High School in 1974 to be employed in careers that served the public.
Patty’s pride and joy was her children’s successes in life and watching her grandchildren grow. She wanted everyone to be happy and loved. She loved to make sure everyone was fed. No matter the table size, there was always enough food for everyone.
A celebration of life ceremony will take place at Wildwood Chapel of Aliquippa. The date and time will be announced once they are confirmed. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Anthony Mastrofransesco Funeral Home, Inc. 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa.

Charles “Charlie” A. West, 56, of Beaver Falls, passed away on December 13th, 2024, at Allegheny General Hospital of Pittsburgh.

He was born in New Brighton on February 2nd, 1968, the son of the late Clarence and Alberta (Cook) West. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Dave and Joey. Charles is survived by his wife, Kelly (Setzer) West, two sons, Wayne West and Joselin Allen along with James West, sister, Patricia (Robert) Weber, along with several nieces, nephews, and their families.

Charlie was a member of Saint John the Evangelist Orthodox Church of Beaver Falls.  He held numerous leadership roles with Patterson Heights Volunteer Fire Department, including Vice President, Lieutenant, Captain, Assistant Chief and most recently Deputy Chief.  He was a mentor, a friend, and a source of strength and encouragement to everyone in the department.  Charlie loved hunting and fishing with his boys.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, December 18th, from 1-3 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m. in J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton. Additional viewing will be held on Thursday, December 19th, from 10 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. with a funeral service to follow at 11 a.m. Fr. Seraphim Moslener will officiate.

Interment will follow in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that all donations be made in his name to the Patterson Heights Volunteer Fire Department, 600 7th Avenue, Patterson Heights, PA 15010.

Joe J. Williams, 76, of North Sewickley Township, passed away on December 14th, 2024.

He was born in Beaver Falls on October 19th, 1948, the son of the late Joseph J. and Alice (Zimmerman) Williams II. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Donna J. Williams, two brothers, Ted Zimmerman and George Williams; and a sister, Alice Williams. He is survived by his wife Betty Jo (Holt) Williams, his two daughters, Penny Jo (Scott) Marrow and Lori (Jack) Hall, a sister, Sarah Fritts, along with numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Joe was a member of the Beaver Falls Turners Club as well as the New Brighton Eagles Club. He was also the owner of Joe-Don Kennels in North Sewickley where he passionately raised German shepherds.

Friends will be received on Tuesday, December 17^th, from 1 P.M. until the time of services at 5 P.M. in the Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls. Private interment will take place in at Concord Church Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Joe’s name to the Beaver County K9 Unit- c/o Beaver County Sheriff’s Office, 810 Third Street, Beaver, PA 15009 or the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

The family would like to give special thanks to the staff at Celebration Villa for all of the loving care they provided to Joe as well as all of those who danced with him.

Lester “Les” Herrington, 61 of Aliquippa, a man known for his velvety voice and generous heart, passed away on December 11th, 2024, at the Good Samaritan Hospice in Wexford. He was born in New Brighton, a son of the late Albert and Justine Herrington. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Alberta Herrington and brothers, William and Robert Herrington and Eugene Garrett, Sr. He is survived by his beloved wife, Maureen, his brother, Jeffrey Herrington; his sister, Elaine Johnson; his stepsons, Joseph (Nicole) Morelli and Jeffrey Morelli; as well as his dear friend, Doug Jennings, and family friend, Beth Hornyak.

Lester was a 1981 graduate of Beaver Falls High School and furthered his education by earning an associate degree from the Community College of Beaver County, which served as a stepping stone to helping others. Les was united in marriage to Maureen L. Morelli Herrington on May 6, 2017, and together they shared a bond of love, laughter, and mutual respect.

For many years, Les was a nursery teacher at the Beaver Falls Salvation Army, where he nurtured countless young minds with kindness and patience. His dedication to service extended beyond the classroom as he operated the organization’s food bank, ensuring those in need received not just sustenance but also a warm smile and an understanding ear.

His talents were many, but it was his beautiful, velvety voice that often stole the show. An avid singer, he delighted in performing Rhythm and Blues karaoke. When not sharing his musical gifts, Lester could be found on the golf course or by the water, fishing rod in hand.

Friends will be received on Sunday, December 15th from 1-3 p.m. and 5 p.m. until the time of service at 7 p.m. at SIMPSON FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca. Reverend Micharl Sourwine will officiate.

Betty Jane (Mancini) Bernola, 88, of Aliquippa, passed away on December 10th, 2024.

She was born on January 21st, 1936 in Aliquippa Hospital, the daughter of the late Nicola and Marietta (Gargaro) Mancini. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband Cornell and her brother, Patrick Mancini. She is survived by her devoted son and daughter-in-law, Dean and Susan Bernola, three grandchildren, Brandi and Anthony Budris, Brandon and Britney Bernola and Brett and Whitney Bernola; five great grandchildren: Afton, Amzey, Luca, Luella and Rayna; nephew, Frank (Joni) Perilli, sister-in-law, Elsie, and many beloved nieces and nephews.

Betty worked at Young’s Drugstore in Aliquippa, which is where she met her husband, Cornell. In 1954, she married the love of her life and they were married for almost 70 years. Betty was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend. Her family was everything to her and she spent her life taking care of them. She was also a member of St. Titus Church of Aliquippa.

In her younger years, Betty enjoyed her casino trips and then later in life, her scratch tickets.

The family would also like to give a special thanks to the staff at Harmony Haus and Three Oaks Hospice for their kindness and care.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home, Inc., of Aliquippa. Services were entrusted to Our Lady of Fatima Church of Aliquippa.

William C. Denny Sr.,  86, of Moon Township, passed away on December 11th, 2024.

He was born in Sewickley on November 14th, 1938, a son of the late Louis and Florence Davidson Denny. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his  wife, Bonnie Denny, a son, William Denny Jr., and a niece, Rachel. He is survived by his daughter Lisa (Richard) Trapizona, three grandchildren, Marissa & Sarah Trapizona & Joshua Walker, sister, Beverly Lang, two nieces, Lori & Kim, and a good friend of the family, Dave Dascanio.

William enjoyed spending time with his family and going to Tennessee as well as the Clarion River Lodge.

In accordance with William’s request, there will be no public visitation.

Friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, December 20th, at 10:30 A.M. in St. James Catholic Church of Sewickley.  Interment will follow in Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery.

Agnes Maiuro, 81, of Baden, passed away on December 10th, 2024, in Jefferson Hospital. She was born in New Jersey, a daughter of the late Joseph and Irene Hampton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Maiuro, her son, Salvatore Maiuro, her sisters, Patricia (Boris) Telep and Irene (Al) Pavlick, and a brother, Thomas Hampton.

She is survived by her daughter, Marie (Fred Nardei) Maiuro, her son, Edward Maiuro, her brother, Joseph (Elaine) Hampton, her sister-in-laws, Diane Hampton and Sally (John) Stone, her brother-in-law, Alfred (Jean) Maiuro, numerous nieces and nephews who she cherished dearly and her beloved pets Abby and Gracie.

Agnes lived most of her life in New Jersey, but relocated to be closer to her daughter, in the Pittsburgh region, when she retired. She was widowed at a young age, and raised her 3 children on her own, while working as a registered nurse and teacher of the deaf. In her retirement years, she enjoyed quilting with her many friends in several quilting groups. She sang in multiple choirs where she regularly attended church and served on the board of the Baden Library.  A self-proclaimed “Jersey Girl,” Agnes was known for being open and honest about her thoughts.

Family and friends will be received on Saturday, December 14th, from 1-3 P.M., in the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, where a Blessing Service will follow at 3 P.M. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Agnes’ name to the Susan G. Koman Foundation and Planned Parenthood.

William C. Angel, Jr, 74, passed away on December 6th, 2024.  He was born at Rochester Hospital, on March 12th, 1950, a son of the late William and Sara (Harlacher) Angel. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, David P. Angel. He is survived by his brothers, John Angel of Ross Township and James (Amy) Angel of Fairfax, Virginia, a niece, Elizabeth J. (Tiona) Angel of Atlanta, Georgia and four nephews: William B. Angel of Arlington, Virginia, David M. Angel, Paul H. Angel and Peter J. Angel, all from Fairfax, Virginia.

William was a lifelong resident of Baden, living in the house his grandfather, Elmer P. Angel, built. In his last few years, he resided in Harmony Haus in Ambridge, where he received excellent loving care.

William possessed a great love for music.  He played drums and piano, in addition to singing in the choir.  He also enjoyed spending his mornings at McDonald’s, hanging out with his friends who called themselves, “The Philosophers.”

William graduated from the University of Pittsburgh, with a degree in Political Science.  During his working years, he worked at Reeves Bank, Mellon Bank, and Tuscarora Plastics. His real passion, however, was preaching as a lay Lutheran supply pastor who would lead services when other pastors were unavailable.

Family and friends will be received on Monday, December 16th, from 4-6 P.M., in the John Syka Funeral Home, 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, followed by a Funeral Service on Tuesday, December 17th, at 10 A.M., in New Hope Lutheran Church, 200 2nd Avenue, Freedom. Burial will take place in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park of Rochester.