Charles D. Dean, Sr., 82, of Brighton Township, passed away on May 31st, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Bridgewater on January 5th, 1943, a son of the late David and Anna Gehley Dean. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, David “Sonny” Dean. He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Mary Ellen Summers Dean, his sons, Charles D. “Chuck” (Betty) Dean Jr. and Chuck Amstone, his daughter, Shelly (J.D.) Dean, his sister, Janice Shaffer, his grandchildren: Erica (Casey) Norris, Emily (Gary) Morgan, Sadie (Mike) Cottrill, Charlie (Samantha) Dean, Jason (Cassidy) Dean, Christian (Morgan) Barton, Robert (Matt) Bratt, John (Paxton) Thompson, Christian Thoma, Rain Lambert, Cooper Lambert, and Serenity Lambert; as well as 10 great-grandchildren and many others who fondly knew him as “Pap” or “Pappy”.

Charles was a proud veteran of the United States Army who had both worked for and retired from Mansell Trucking Company as a truck driver. He was handy with vehicles and could always be found working on them.

Friends will be received in the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver, on Tuesday June 3rd from 3-7 p.m., where a Funeral Service will be conducted on Wednesday, June 4th at 11 a.m.

Pearl Edith Dunlap, 82, of Economy Borough, passed away at Beaver Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center on May 30th, 2025. She was born in Rochester on November 16th, 1942, a daughter of the late Paul and Mildred Richards Shannon. She is survived by her husband, Dale A. Dunlap, three sons and daughter-in-law, Allen D. and Laura Dunlap of Sarver, Pennsylvania, Carl E. and Michelle Dunlap of Zelienople and Roy D. and Jennifer Dunlap of Butler, one granddaughter, Paige E. Dunlap of Zelienople, a sister, Karol Ponevac, one brother and sister-in-law, Paul Timothy and Cathy Shannon, all of Niles, Ohio, along with several nieces and nephews. Pearl was a former waitress with both the former Sundrug Store of Conway and Isles of Ambridge. She was also a member of Concord Presbyterian Church of Economy Borough, where she was a Sunday school teacher, deaconess and member of the church choir. She also enjoyed crocheting in her spare time. Friends will be received on Tuesday, June 3rd, from 2-4 p.m. at William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc., Rochester, where a service will follow at 4:30 p.m. Her pastor, Reverend Jamie Fowler, will officiate the service.

Carol J. Platko, 80, of Burtchville, Michigan, formerly of Rochester, passed away on May 27th, 2025 at her home. She was born in New Brighton on October 11th, 1944, the daughter of the late Carl H. and Martha Jean Herzog Householder. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert J. Platko and a brother, Robert Householder. She is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, Christopher R. and Brandi L. Platko of Burtchville, Michigan and Carl J. Platko of Hopewell, six granddaughters: Morgan, Mackenzie, Marissa, Kaelyn, Dakohta and Camrin; as well as a sister-in-law, Sandra Householder of Ohioville, and several other brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Joseph Platko and his spouse, Keven White of Ashville, Michael and Vicki Platko, Dianna Platko, and Judith and Daniel Dettorre, all of Rochester. She is also survived Carol by numerous nieces and nephews.

Carol was a housewife, a homemaker and a former nurse’s aide with the former New Brighton Hospital. She was a member of St. Edward on the Lake Catholic Church of Lakeport, Michigan and a former member of St. Cecilia Roman Catholic Church of Rochester. Friends will be received on Monday, June 2nd from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. in the William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc. 349 Adams Street, Rochester where a blessing service will be held on Tuesday, June 3rd at 11 A.M. Interment will follow in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester. The family wishes for memorial contributions be sent to the Beaver County Humane Society at 3394 Broadhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

John Vincent DiNello, 85, of Conway, passed away peacefully on May 27th, 2025.  He was born in West Aliquippa on November 28th, 1939, a son of the late Carlo and Vincenza (Peluso) DiNello. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings: Amelia, Carlo, Alberto, Giovanna, and Yolanda. He is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Judith (Heinamann) DiNello, his son, Brian DiNello and daughter, JoAnn (Mark) Adams, his grandchildren: Matthew (Elara) Norris and Riley, Johnna, and Cooper Adams; as well as many loving family members and friends.

John was a graduate of Aliquippa High School’s class of 1957. He was very proud of his family’s service in the military. Just after graduation, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and served for four years. He remained with the Air Force Reserves until he retired twenty-five years later as Senior Master Sergeant in Air Traffic Control. During his military career, he attended Edinboro College where he earned both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in education.  For the duration of his professional career, he worked many years in Administration at the Wheeler School and Pittsburgh Beauty Academy. John was an active volunteer in many community organizations where his compassionate spirit will be missed. He enjoyed spending time at the Beaver Valley Mall Senior Center and local retirement and health care facilities where he was known to many as the “Tootsie Roll Man.”  He touched many lives by sacrificing his own time to comfort others. John had an unwavering faith in God and shared this faith through kindness and goodwill.  He was a long-time parishioner at the former Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, currently, Good Samaritan Catholic Church of Ambridge, where he served as a sacristan and an usher.

A visitation will be held on Sunday, June 1st from 1-5 P.M., in the John Syka Funeral Home, 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, where prayers will be offered on Monday, June 2nd at 10:30 A.M., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 A.M. in Good Samaritan Catholic Church, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge.  Interment will take place in Oak Grove Cemetery, 1101 9th Street Extension, Freedom.

Daniel S. May, 73, of Industry, passed away unexpectedly at his home on May 27th, 2025.

He was born in Beaver Falls on November 12th, 1951, a son of the late Wilbert “Bill” and Betty May. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Wilbert “Bill” May. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Judy, his daughters, Elizabeth May and Amanda (Kent) McDowell and his grandchildren Addison, James, and Ada. Daniel’s dedication to them was boundless. He was always willing to help others and touched the lives of those who knew him. He lived a full and happy life and will be deeply missed.

Daniel graduated from Beaver Falls High School, going on to attend the Community College of Beaver County and Middle Tennessee State University. He had a long career as a construction project manager, working throughout the United States. After retiring, he worked part-time at Home Depot in Chippewa Township. In his spare time, he enjoyed gardening and would share his vegetables with co-workers and friends. He also enjoyed driving his vintage 1946 blue Chevy truck to car cruises with his friends in the Cruzin Few Car Club. His love of travel took him and his family on vacations, traveling to National Parks throughout the United States.

Friends will be received on Monday, June 2nd, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. in the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver, where a funeral service will be conducted on Tuesday, June 3rd, at 11 a.m. Interment will take place at Highland Cemetery, 339 Salem Church Road, Midland. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Daniel’s name may be made to McGuire Memorial or the Women’s Center of Beaver County.

Kenneth Anthony Bobish, 54, of Center Township, passed away on May 26th, 2025 at his residence.

He was born in Sewickley Valley Hospital on October 24th, 1970, a son of the late Michael J. and Annetta (DeDominicis) Bobish. He is survived by his siblings, Michael (Jennifer) Bobish, Charlotte (Timothy) Durbin and Scott Bobish, four nieces: Corinne (Erin Grimm) Bobish, Danielle (Daniel) Harding, Cassandra (Nick) Coleman and Erica (John Lattanzi) Bobish; as well as two nephews, Ryan (Kaitlyn) Durbin and Sean Durbin, a great nephew, Jameson and numerous beloved aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Kenny was a member of St. Francis Cabrini Church of Aliquippa. He enjoyed walks, riding bikes and skateboarding.

Family and friends will be received on Saturday, May 31st, from 11 A.M.-1 P.M. in the GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, Inc., 340 Third Street, Beaver, where Military Honors and a brief blessing service to follow at 1 P.M.

Eric M. Ruprecht, 75, of Edgeworth, passed away on May 26th, 2025. He was born in Sewickley on April 26th, 1950, a son of the late Fredrick and Janet (McLuckie) Ruprecht. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Mindy Ruprecht of Edgeworth. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Christine (Gibb) Ruprecht, his daughter, Rachel (Ruprecht) COL Mark) Orlandi of Fort Novosel, Alabama, his grandson, Trenton Ruprecht (Angelina) of Edgeworth, his brothers, David (Linda) Ruprecht of Hollister, California and Gary (April) Ruprecht of Pepperill, Massachusetts and his sisters, Valerie (Ruprecht) Bob) Bartosh of Sun City Center, Florida, and Lisa (Ruprecht) Tom) Mahoney of Marstons Mills, Massachusetts.

Eric was a lifelong resident of Edgeworth, and he graduated from Quaker Valley High School. He then went on to attend Robert Morris University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Finance/Accounting. He worked as an accountant for P&LE Railroads, served as a Director of The Bradford School, and retired as the VP of Commercial Management & Properties at the Allegheny Airport Authority after 26 years of service. Additionally, he was a partner at Ruprecht & Ruprecht Accounting, a Life Member and President/Captain of the Edgeworth Volunteer Fire Department. While his girls were in school and active in their sports, Eric served as President of the Quaker Valley Girls Soccer Association and helped coach recreational soccer and softball.

All are welcome to gather for a visitation on Friday, May 30th, from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. and on Saturday, May 31st from 10 A.M. until the time of a service at 11 A.M., in the John Syka Funeral Home Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. Eric’s wish was to be cremated.

Velva L. Krepps, 94, of Brighton Township, passed away on May 24th, 2025 at home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Brighton Township on June 22nd, 1930, a daughter of the late Harold and Eva Bryner. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James A. Krepps and her sisters, Grace Hart, Betty DeVaux, and Dorothy Brooks. She is survived by her sons, Robert (Anne) Krepps of Tucson, Arizona, Richard (Rose) Krepps of Brighton Township and George Krepps of Brighton Township, her step-daughter, Marilyn “Penny” (Robert) Brumbaugh of West Palm Beach, Florida, her brother, Harold “Bill” Bryner of Brighton Township, her sister, Diana Williams of Ravenswood, West Virginia, her grandchildren: James (Leona) Krepps, Michael (Sarah Jane) Krepps, Matthew (Ina) Krepps, Salena Krepps, and Joshua Krepps; as well as her great-grandchildren, Otto and Cassius Krepps and Lenore Krepps.

Velva was a resident of Brighton Township for her entire life. She was a faithful member of Four Mile Church of Beaver, where she served as a Deacon and had many active roles in the church. She had worked and retired from the former Beaver Trust, after working for over 20 years in both the Beaver and Brighton Township branches. Velva volunteered for the Red Cross and Crimson Auxiliary at Friendship Ridge and loved to make and share baskets, which she would often demonstrate at craft shows.

Friends will be received in the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver, on Sunday, June 1st from 12 noon to 4 p.m. A Funeral Service will be conducted on Monday, June 2nd at 11 a.m. at Four Mile Church, 6078 Tuscarawas Road, Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.
Interment will take place with her husband at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Velva’s name to Four Mile Church, 6078 Tuscarawas Road, Beaver, PA 15009.

Steven E. Wengryn, 69, of Chippewa Township, passed away unexpectedly on May 24th, 2025 at his home.

He was born in Carnegie on November 27th, 1955, the son of the late Michael and Eva (Wolanska) Wengryn. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Alice Wengryn and Maria Wolanska. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Mary (Hickman) Wengryn, his children, Michael Wengryn, Stephanie Wengryn, and Corinna (Shannon) Caudill, two grandsons, Thomas, and Nicholas Caudill, his canine companion, Ruby and his dog, Savvy. He was fortunate to have many close friendships throughout his life, especially with Mark, Della, Anthony, and Dean, who were by his side through so many good times. He also shared a special bond with Stefanie Cindric, his daughter’s lifelong best friend, who was like a daughter to him and supported him and his family through many of life’s challenges.

Steven was a graduate of Carlynton High School with the Class of 1973, who went on to study aviation at Beaver County Community College and Middle Tennessee State University. He was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, having served as a fighter pilot from 1979 until 1987. Following his military service, he flew for American Airlines as a Captain from 1987 until his retirement in 2020.

Steven was known for his warmth, generosity, and sense of fun. He was the kind of person who would do anything for those he loved. He enjoyed golfing, winemaking, and cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers as a longtime season ticket holder. He was the heart of the tailgate and loved spending time with friends at the “Smoke Stack.” Above all, he loved being with his family, his children and grandchildren were his greatest joy.

Friends will be received on Monday, June 2nd from 3-7 P.M. at the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, where a blessing service will be held on Tuesday, June 3rd at 11 AM.

Interment with full military honors will take place at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies on Tuesday, June 3rd at 2 P.M.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Steven’s name to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, https://donate.nationalmssociety.org/campaign/Honoring-Steve-Wengryn-s-Legacy, or the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.