Amber Lorraine Terrick (1987-2024)

Amber Loraine Terrick, 37, of Ambridge, passed away on November 7th, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on February 22nd, 1987, and was preceded in death by her paternal and maternal grandparents. Amber leaves behind her fiancé, Bennie Tyson, her mother, Mary Terrick, her four children: Michelle Krol, Brionna Tyson, Sierra Tyson, and Mikah Tyson; her siblings, Brian “Dub” Terrick, Racheal Terrick, and Courtney Troup, her niece, Aniah Terrick, nephew, Caleb Terrick, and dear friends, Jose, Kara Rubee, and Josee Berrios. 

Amber was a kind, caring, and giving person who always put the needs of her family, especially her children, before her own. She was a strong, fierce woman who faced every challenge in her life with courage and dignity. She was a source of inspiration to us all and she will be deeply missed by everyone whose lives she touched. 

A visitation will be held on Saturday, November 16th, from 12 noon until the time of the funeral service at 2 p.m. at New Hope Community Church, 592 Beaver Road, Ambridge.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, Ambridge. 

Barbara Jean (Beutter) D’Achille (1931-2024)

Barbara Jean (Beutter) D’Achille, 92, of Patterson Township, passed away on November 10th, 2024 in her residence. 

She was born on December 28th, 1931, in Mishawaka, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Helen (Cone) Beutter. In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Louis J. D’Achille and her brother, Robert Beutter. 

She is survived by a daughter, Nancy (Curt) Shroads, three sons, Robert (Patty) D’Achille, Thomas D’Achille, and James D’Achille; daughter-in-law, Sherri D’Achille, six grandchildren: Tricia (Travis) Webster, Marissa (Rod Carrasco) D’Achille, Cayla D’Achille, Tyler (Maura) Shroads, Danny Shroads, and Olivia Shroads; and ten great grandchildren: Karana, Sierra, Isaiah, Ellie, Stella, Cash, Parker, Jackson, Riley, and Nolan; her sister-in-law, Mary Beutter, as well as several nieces and nephews, Kelly (Lisa) Cosky, Brent Beutter, Lori Alexander, Brad (Donna) Beutter , and Brian (Sabrina) Beutter . Through her marriage, Barbara was blessed with additional cherished family members, including Marguerite Raich, David (Lisa) Walton, Nancy Walton, and Joe (Brenda) Walton. 

Barbara attended Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana and graduated from Geneva College. She taught school in the Big Beaver Falls School District, and she also assisted at Campbell’s Funeral Home. She was a member of the Delta Gamma Sorority, the Heritage Valley Women’s Auxiliary, the Outlook Club, as well as Meals on Wheels. Barbara was Lutheran by faith, but attended Riverview United Methodist Church in Patterson Township. 

Friends will be received on Friday, November 15th from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 12 noon in the Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls. 

Interment will follow in Grandview Cemetery. 

Susan E. Westerman (1941-2024)

Susan E. Westerman, 83, of North Sewickley Township, passed away on November 10th, 2024 in Beaver Valley Rehab Center of Chippewa. 

She was born on July 1, 1941, a daughter of the late Edward and Mildred Nagy. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-six years, Dean Westerman. She is survived by her daughter, Annette (Don) Lutz, her son, Larry Westerman, her brother, Butch (Kim) Nagy, her brothers and sisters in law, Gary and Kathy Westerman, Rita (Jim) Hinton, Jean Westerman, her four grandchildren, Morgan (David) Peffer, Madison (Conor) Thumm, Karlie (Jason) Coburn, and Michael Westerman, two great grandsons, Aiden and Ryker Coburn and a great granddaughter on the way.  

She was a 1959 graduate of Beaver Falls High School. After high school, she went to beauty school and became a self-employed beautician. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary who enjoyed playing cards, knitting and crocheting. She also loved to travel, enjoying many trips around the country and Europe and spending time with her family. 

In accordance with Susan’s wishes, she will be cremated and a private burial will take place at Concord Cemetery. 

The family would like to thank BV Rehab and Cambridge Village for their care and compassion. 

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. of Rochester. 

Clarence Millard “Sonny” Altman (1929-2024)

Clarence Millard “Sonny” Allman, 95, of New Sewickley Township, passed away on November 9th, 2024 at his home. He was born in Beaver Falls on January 10, 1929, the son of the late Clarence M. and Jeanette Morgan Allman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Joanne Marie Winterstill, a sister, Rose, a brother, Bud, and one cousin, James Allman. Clarence was a retired crane operator with LTV Steel of Aliquippa. He was a member of St. John Lovi Church of Cranberry Township and he was also a member of the USW Local 1211. He was a former manager with the 1945 Freedom High School Football team and was proud to be the oldest living member of that team. He is survived by three daughters, Jennifer C. Bombiani of Raccoon Township, Joanne Rossi of Cummings, Georgia and Celia Ratkovich of Derry, Pennsylvania, one son, Thomas C. Allman of Midland, five grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Clarence’s wish was to be buried by his mother at Oak Grove Cemetery of Freedom. Arrangements are being entrusted to William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester. The family wishes memorial contributions would be made to the Freedom Bulldogs, 751 Third Avenue, Freedom, PA 15042. The family wishes to thank Concordia Visiting Nurses for their care. 

Philip Daniel Ostrander (1952-2024)

Philip Daniel Ostrander, 72, of Freedom, formerly of Rochester, passed away on November 9th, 2024, after a 23-year battle with kidney disease.
He was born in Sewickley on January 21, 1952, the son of the late Margaret and Daniel Ostrander. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Marylin; daughters, Tammy (Matt) Noll, of Rochester, and Tori (Robert) Goettman, Beaver; brothers, Harold (Kay) Ostrander, Mark (Sandy) Ostrander; brother-in-law, Garry (Patricia) Neely; sisters-in-law, Linda Ginther, and Patricia Freed, and his grandchildren: Brandon (Chelsea) Noll, Madison Goettman, Jordin (Gavin Szymanski) Noll, Robert Goettman Jr., Haley Goettman, and Brooke Goettman.
 

Philip retired from Horsehead Corporation, but also worked for many years as a heavy equipment operator in Mercer, Pennsylvania. Prior to his illness, he had a dump truck that he loved having and fought everyday to have again. Philip also enjoyed working on things around the house inside and out, and maintaining his vehicles, but most importantly, he enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Friends will be received on Thursday, November 14th, in the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Service will take place at the funeral home on Friday, November 15th at 11 a.m. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.
Inurnment will follow at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park of Rochester.
The family would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Critical Care Team at Heritage Valley Beaver for their love and compassion given to Philip during his time there. 

John J. Baker (1933-2024)

John J. “Jake” Baker, 91 of New Sewickley Township, passed away on November 7, 2024 at his home. He was born on March 20, 1933 in New Sewickley Township, the son of the late Charles R. and Edna M. Allman Baker. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Leila P. “Paige” Baker, two grandchildren, Dean Baker and Jeremy Phipps, two sisters, Edna Landis and Martha O’Neal, a brother, Richard Baker, two sisters-in-law, Doris Frank and Lois Cordes and two brothers-in-law, Norman L. and Joseph W. Brandon. He is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Marjory M. and Danny Phipps of New Sewickley Township, three sons and daughters-in-law, John K. and Nancy Baker of Freedom, Timothy C. and Dixie and Carl L. and Karen Baker of New Sewickley Township, ten grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter, two brothers and a sister-in-law, Sam Baker and his companion Helen of New Sewickley Township, Robert and Rosemary Baker of Distant, Pennsylvania, along with numerous nieces and nephews.

John was a retired craneman with the former PB&I industry of North Rochester. He also was a farrier for various farms and was a farm animal veterinarian assistant and raised, trained and showed Tennessee Walking horses. He attended the New Sewickley Presbyterian Church. Jake was an Army veteran during the Korean War and was a member of the Armstrong County Coon Hunters Association.   Friends will be received Tuesday, November 12th from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. in the William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc, 349 Adams Street, Rochester and Wednesday, November 13th from 10 A.M. until the time of service at 11 A.M. in the New Sewickley Presbyterian Church, 101 Big Knob Road, Rochester. Officiating will be his pastor, Rev. Beth Wierman, with interment following in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park of Rochester. Family wishes memorial contributions be made to the New Sewickley Presbyterian Church. The family would also like to thank Tammy, who stayed with Dad and gave him excellent care and comfort.

Lawrence “Bud” Lubert (Passed on Novmber 8th, 2024)

Lawrence “Bud” Lubert, 88, of Raccoon Township, passed away on November 8th, 2024, at Rochester Manor. He was born and raised in Raccoon Township, a son of the late Andrew and Anna Boron Lubert. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings Joseph, William and Henry Fiejdasz, Frances Toman, and Helen Short. He is survived by his devoted wife of sixty-six years, Barbara, and his sister-in-law, Sandra (Mike) Phipps, as well as Sandra’s children, Melissa Reinhardt (Lynn), Andrew (Gretchen) Phipps, and Jason Phipps.

Lawrence’s life was one of love and commitment, exemplified in his 66-year marriage to Barbara J. Figueiredo Lubert, whom he married on May 31, 1958 in Beaver.

Lawrence’s work ethic and love for automobiles led him to a career as a mechanic at the former Wagner Chrysler Auto Dealership in Rochester. He had a passion for cars, not only working on them but also caring for and polishing them until they shined. He was an avid golfer, finding joy and camaraderie on the greens. His love for the game was matched by the pleasure he took in sitting on his porch. In his younger years, he enjoyed playing softball.

Bud honorably served his country in the U.S. Army during the early 1960s, carrying the values of duty and honor throughout his life.

His life was also touched by the kindness of his beloved neighbors and friends, including Janice Hodnicki, Mark (Rachel) Witterman, and Ruth Lee, who provided care and companionship throughout his final years. Bud’s memory will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

Private entombment will take place at The National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca.

To share online condolences and add photos, please visit www.simpsonfuneralhome.com.

Jacqueline A. Poore (1960-2024)

Jacqueline A. Poore, 63, of Ambridge passed away on November 7th, 2024 at Good Samaritan Hospice House of Wexford. She was born in Ambridge on December 19, 1960, the daughter of the late John and Ann McGinnis. She is survived by her son Jason (Coty) Poore, daughter Katie Poore, grandchildren, Tyler, Zayden, Ellie, and Easton, and many close friends. Jackie was a 1978 graduate of Ambridge Area High School.  Services will be private. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca.

Rev. Dr. A. Gary Angleberger (1935-2024)

Rev. Dr. A. Gary Angleberger, 89, passed away at home on November 8th, 2024. He was born on June 30th, 1935 in Frederick, Maryland, the son of the late Austin F. and Idalene K. Angleberger. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Peter Austin Angleberger. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Rev. Dr. Judy A. Angleberger and their four children, Margaret (Neil) Brisson of Manhattan, NY; Stacey (Art) Cox of Downers Grove, Illinois, Captain (ret.) Andrew Charles (Theresa) of Fairfax Station, Virginia, and Rev. Kelley (Rev. Dr. Tom Harmon) Angleberger of Cranberry Township, thirteen grandchildren: Tad, Sam, Nate, Kit, Makayla, Brayden, Joseph, Madison, Austin, Clare, Abigail, Shepherd and William; and one great-granddaughter, Elisabeth.

Gary was a graduate of Frederick High School and a graduate of Columbia College of New York City where he majored in philosophy and played Columbia baseball as their shortstop.

Gary then went to Union Theological Seminary in New York where he graduated and was ordained in 1960 in the Presbyterian Church (USA) as Minister of Word and Sacrament. He served congregations in Atlanta, Cohocton, New York and the First Presbyterian Church of Granville, Ohio.

Following his call to the pastorate, Gary served the denomination as a fund raiser for the Major Mission Fund and then as a Mission Support Counselor for eight Presbyteries in western Pennsylvania, focusing on Interpretation of Mission and Stewardship. Gary then became a Synod Associate Executive for Communication and Stewardship in the Synod of the Trinity. After his retirement in 2000, he returned to the pastorate serving as a Transitional Pastor for ten years to five congregations.

Gary’s life was enriched with family, the church, colleagues, travel, the Pittsburgh Symphony, Pittsburgh Pirates, antiques, and his 1841 home “Pleasant View”.

Friends will be received on Tuesday, November 12th from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC. 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, November 13th at 11am at Park Presbyterian Church, 275 Commerce Street, Beaver.  The Rev. Dr. David Oyler will officiate. The Rev. Dr. Thomas Harmon, Executive Presbyter of Beaver Butler Presbytery will preach.

Interment will follow in Beaver Cemetery.

The family requests that contributions be made in Gary’s name to the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary and specify that it is to be used towards the Revs. Drs. A. Gary and Judy A. Angleberger Scholarship Fund. Checks can be mailed to Pittsburgh Theological Seminary Advancement Office-616 North Highland Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15206 or you can contribute online at https://www.pts.edu/#.

Betty Wilson (1942-2024)

Betty Wilson, 82, passed away on November 6th, 2024 in the warmth of her own home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 18, 1942, the daughter of the late Henry and Diane Szalankiewicz. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first born son, George Wilson, and her two brothers, George and Alexander Mudrick. 

She is survived by her two daughters, Cheryl (Dave) Zehnder and Carolyn (Michael) Hrusko, as well as her cherished granddaughters, Rachelle and Danielle Zehnder. She is also survived by her longtime partner Pete D’Ambrosio, who brought much love and laughter in her life.  

Betty ran The Orbit Inn for over 50 years, bringing people together and creating countless memories. She assumed the family business from her parents and dedicated herself to providing a place for locals to gather, enjoy a beer and one of her famous fish sandwiches. When she was not working, Betty loved spending time with her dog, Mia, enjoying a Sunday shopping trip, and sharing an occasional margarita with friends. Betty will be remembered for the generosity she showed her family and friends, her unwavering strength, and her unshakable love for her family.  

She will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.  

Visitation will be held on Monday, November 11th, from 5-7 P.M. at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge. Burial will be private.