Helen M. Hunter, 81, of Darlington Township, passed away on December 4th, 2025, while under the care of Good Samaritan Hospice in Wexford. She was born in Darlington on May 13th, 1944, a daughter of the late John E. and Ethel (Veon) Hill. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald J. Hunter, Sr; two sons, Ronald J. Hunter, Jr. and Christopher L. Hunter; and two brothers, John and Bill Hill. She is survived by her special friend, Jack Pitzer, her children, Spencer (Lisa) Hunter, Douglas Hunter and Kathleen (Randy) Johnston, her grandchildren: Michelle (Justin) Patton, Colleen Johnston, Aaron Johnston, Nicole (Jake) Dixon and Spencer Hunter and his fiancée, Sarah Allison, Kasidy Hunter, Alaina Hunter, and Douglas Jr. (Morgan) Hunter; as well as her great-grandchildren: Garrett Patton, Makenna Patton, Adam Zikeli, Alanna Zikeli, Killian Johnston, Cullen Dixon and Juliana Dixon; as well as her two sisters, Patty and Penny.

Helen found strength in God’s promise and lived her days with integrity, dedication and devotion. She loved being outdoors, gardening, quilting and traveling.  She was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan who enjoyed attending Pirates games and watching Steelers football. Above all, she was devoted to her family and found great joy in entertaining family and friends.

Friends will be received on Sunday, December 7th from 12 noon-5 p.m. and Monday, December 8th from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of her arrangements.

Interment will take place in St. Mary’s Cemetery, 2045 Darlington Road, Beaver Falls.

Charles J. Hockenberry, 91, of Ohioville, passed away surrounded by his family, in the early morning hours of December 2nd, 2025. 

He was born in Industry on October 31st, 1934, the son of the late Charles S. and Mary G. Klink Hockenberry. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Noca Hockenberry and his granddaughter, Rachel E. Francis. He is survived by his daughters, Susan (Dave) Francis of North Jackson, Ohio, Sherry Hockenberry of Ohioville and Lorraine Hockenberry of Ellsworth, Ohio, his sister, Dora Jean Young of Darlington, his grandchildren: D. J. Francis of Lafayette, Colorado, Jessica (Josh Hill) Francis of Canfield, Ohio, Anne (Mike) Karney of Ravenna, Ohio, and Kelsey Francis of Orlando, Florida; along with his great-grandchildren: William, Adeline, Noah, Madeline, and Evelyn. 

Charles was a graduate of Midland High School with its Class of 1953, who went on to proudly serve in the U. S. Navy. Following his service, he worked at Crucible Steel in Midland, farmed, and drove trucks with his dad, hauling coal, gravel, lime and cinders for highway use. When he retired from Crucible, he drove truck for XL Sand and Gravel and continued farming. He also enjoyed hunting, coon hunting, and fishing. A favorite hobby of his was driving a team of horses as a member of the Ohio Wagon Train. He was a man who could fix anything placed on his workbench who built his own covered wagon, making many trips throughout his life. He was a faithful member of Oak Grove Church of Christ in Industry, who will be remembered mostly as a devoted husband and loving father to his three daughters. 

Friends will be received on Sunday, December 7th, from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. in Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver, who was in charge of his arrangements. A funeral service will be conducted on Monday, December 8th, at 1 p.m., at Oak Grove Church of Christ, 169 Ashwood Drive, Industry. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com. The family would like to thank the staff at Windsor House in Canfield, Ohio, Pod B for the loving care and compassion given to Charles.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Charles J. Hockenberry, please visit the flower store of the Noll Funeral Home, Inc. by clicking here.

Glenn Lee “Chili” Armstrong, 63, of Chippewa Township, passed away on December 3rd, 2025, at his residence.

He was born in Okinawa, Japan on August 11th, 1962, a son of the late Glenn Leroy and Toyoko (Nishida) Armstrong. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Trina Greco, his siblings, Jack (Karlie) Armstrong and Mary (Larry) Wilson, his nieces and nephews: Ava, Maura, Laina, Butchie, and Casey; as well as his special friends and caregivers, Bob, Lisa, and Joe, his K-9 companion, Koji and many friends.

Glenn was a proud veteran of the United States Army, having served as an Airborne Ranger. Following his military service, he worked for Armstrong World Industries. In his free time, he enjoyed gambling trips to Las Vegas with the love of his life, Trina. He also had a passion for restoring CJ-5 Jeeps, Penguins hockey and animals.

Friends will be received on Saturday, December 6^th from 2 p.m. until the time of a brief service at 6 p.m. in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls.

Glenn’s wishes for cremation will be honored following services and inurnment will be at Clinton Cemetery in Wampum.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Broadhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

Gerald “Jerry” Keiderling, 55, of Plains, Pennsylvania, passed away on November 27, 2025 at Heritage Valley Beaver.

He was born in Scranton on September 14th, 1970, the son of the late Gerald Thomas and Mary “Bonnie” (Liske) Keiderling.

In accordance with Gerald’s wishes, there will be no funeral service. The GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, Inc., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, was honored to care for Jerry and his family during this most difficult time and was the funeral home that was in charge of his arrangements.

Roseanne F. (Wolak) Farls, 86, formerly of Monaca, passed away peacefully on November 30th, 2025, at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh.

She was born in Rochester and was the cherished daughter of the late Anthony A. and Rose (Rubino) Wolak. Her life was a testament to the values she inherited from her parents. Roseanne’s devotion to her family was evident in every role she embraced, especially as the loving wife of Ronald A. “Pee Wee” Farls. Their marriage, which began on September 4th, 1961, at St. Titus Catholic Church in Aliquippa was a partnership that flourished over the decades. She was also survived by two daughters, Roberta L. (James) Gallagher of Stowe Township and Rona L. (Bernard ‘Dino’) Nanni of Monaca, who brought immeasurable joy to Roseanne’s life, her grandchildren, Sara B. (Sean) Regan and Katherine M. (Glenn) Marchione, her great-grandchildren, Sydney, Samantha, and Skeyler Regan and a brother, Robert (Bridget) Wolak of Audubon, Pennsylvania.

Roseanne served as a customer service representative for the former Century National Bank for thirteen years, where her warmth and professionalism left a lasting impact on her clients. She was a devout Christian and a woman of faith. She was a former member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Monaca and the church’s Christian Mothers, as well as a current member of St. Catherine of Sienna Catholic Church in Glenwillard, Pennsylvania. She was known for her Italian cooking, a skill she honed and shared with others through cooking classes at the Community College of Beaver County. Her talents extended to painting and ceramics, where she expressed her creativity and attention to detail. Her participation in both the Monaca Jr. Women’s Club and Monaca PTA showcased her commitment to civic engagement and education.

A private viewing and blessing service was held for Roseanne at Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, who was in charge of her arrangements.

The family has suggested to those wishing to make a memorial contribution to please consider the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Broadhead Rd, Aliquippa, PA 15001 or the local Salvation Army.

To share online condolences, please visit www.simpsonfuneralhome.com.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Roseanne, please visit the floral store of Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services by clicking here.

Martha M. (Munroe) Simmons, 93, of New Brighton, formerly of Wadenna, Minnesota, passed away on November 26th, 2025.

Shelton “Skeet/Skeeter J” Jones, 77, passed away on November 20th, 2025 at Friendship Ridge Rehabilitation and Wellness Center in Beaver where he had resided for almost two years.

He was born in Aliquippa on April 19th, 1948, a son of the late Elbert and Louise (Jacobs) Jones. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Janice, Lillian and Alfreda and his brothers: Elbert, Taylor, Darryl, Calvin, Anthony, and Kevin. He is survived by his life partner, Enessa Jacobs, his special nephew, Omarr Jones, his niece, Louise Jacobs-Johnson, his brothers, Dexter (Mary), Ivan, and Oren, his sister-in-law, Bonnie Jones (Anthony, deceased), as well as a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends.

Shelton, known affectionately by his family, as Skeet, was an adventurous and carefree person who never met a stranger, no matter where he traveled. Following his matriculation in the Aliquippa School District, he joined the Armed Forces. Upon his return, he went on to marry and father several children, who also survive him: Narvette Alise “Lisa” Gibbs, Lanette Hopes, Shon Owens (deceased), Shelton Cottrill, James R. Hopes, Kevin Jones, Taleisha Jackson, Travis Jackson, Shane McGee, and Mish’ellay Nakoa. He also helped in parenting Tia Jackson and Jasmine Jacobs.

His family would like to thank everyone for their cards, calls, food and prayers.

A memorial visitation will be held on Sunday, December 7th, from 1 P.M. until the time of a funeral service at 3 P.M. at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge, who was in charge of his arrangements.

Roger Garth Cooling, Jr., 80, of Baden, passed away on December 2nd, 2025, at Concordia at Villa St. Joseph in Baden. He was born in Beaver Falls on May 15th, 1945, the son of the late Roger Garth Cooling, Sr., and Wilma Jean (Liller) Eisenhute. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Beverly Ann (Bissen) Cooling. He is survived by his loving daughters, Jennifer (Christian) Dispigna, Marisa (Christian) Kebekus and Amanda (Larry Booker) Cooling, his grandchildren, Christian, Dorian, Derek, and Ava, a brother, William Cooling, his feline companion, Flynn, who was by his side for the past 7 years, as well as several nieces, nephews, and friends.

Roger began his lifelong love of the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1954 as a small boy which then opened up his passion for sports that became part of his identity for over seven decades. He was an avid baseball and autograph collector who found joy in stories, the history and simple nostalgia of it all. He received a bachelor’s degree in science from Slippery Rock University where he received his teaching certificate. He had a love for the English language, whether teaching it to High school students, writing poetry or listening to music with poignant lyrics. His favorite bird, the red winged blackbird, always brought him back to another favorite hobby, fishing. The sound of the bird calls brought him back to quiet mornings fishing along the streams. He also shared his love of fishing with his family. He was a devoted and caring grandfather (pap) he loved each grandchild for who they were and embraced them in their uniqueness. His booming voice and crazy excursions and sense of wonder, gregarious nature and overall zest for adventure in life is his legacy.

Memorial contributions in Roger’s honor may be directed to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Broadhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.
The GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, was honored to provide care and guidance to Roger’s family during this time and was the funeral home that was in charge of his arrangements.

Gerda M. Wall, 79, of Pulaski Township, passed away peacefully on December 2nd, 2025, at Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford.

She was born in Germany on October 11th, 1946, a daughter of the late Joseph and Marguerite Herzog. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Larry Macom, Sr., her second husband, Jesse R. Wall, Sr., a son, Larry Macom, Jr. and numerous brothers. She is survived by her children: Sandra (Mike) Zachodni, Wendy (Quent) Bachman, Melinda (Ray) Ball, and Jesse Wall, Jr.; along with a daughter-in-law, Lisa Macom, her grandchildren: Michael Zachodni, Casey (Jessica) Zachodni, Zachary (Kelli) Zachodni, David Bachman, Amber (Chucky) Russell, Cody Wall, Austin Wall, Ashton Spiegel, Kristin (Adam) Barnes, and Ryan (Cam Cam) Bogolea; as well as her great-grandchildren, Jordan, Tyler, Caleb, Maddison, Evan, Charolotte, Weston, Danny, Vanessa, Sabrina, Cooper, Evan, Leo, and Brody; along with her brothers, Stephan and Peter, her sisters, Ingrid and Heidi, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

After arriving from Germany, Gerda worked for the Beaver County Times for many years. In her free time, she enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with her family.

In accordance with Gerda’s wishes, she will be cremated and no services are being planned at this time.

The family wishes to extend a heart-felt “Thank You” to Good Samaritan Hospice staff, nurses, and her aide, Ashley for their kind and compassionate care.

The GABAUER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1133 Penn Ave., New Brighton, was honored to provide care and guidance to Gerda’s family during this time and was the funeral home that was in charge of her arrangements.