Michael F. “Mike” Martin, 33, of Baden, passed away unexpectedly on April 24, 2024. He was born on July 4, 1990, in Evansville, Indiana, of Vanderburgh County, to John Martin with whom he resided and the late Kim (Rogalla) Martin. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Marjorie and Frank Rogalla, paternal grandfather, Donald Martin and cousin, Wade Wyke. In addition to his father, he is survived by his paternal grandmother, Marsha Martin of Evansville, IN, twin sisters, Misty Martin of Baden and Mandy Martin of Beaver Falls, three nephews, Aiden, Devlin and Parker Martin, two nieces, Makayla Martin and Carsyn McElroy, and his beloved faithful four legged companions, Zoey and Mowgli who he shared joint custody with his sister Misty. Mike was a 2009 graduate of Ambridge High School. He was currently employed as a professional landscaper for Professional Landscape Service of Mars, Pennsylvania. Mike had a very special place in his heart and an unmatched love for dogs. His one passion in life that brought him much happiness was spending time with his nieces and nephews. Friends are being received on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. in the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, where a funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 at 11 A.M. officiated by the Rev. Jill McGregor, pastor of Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, Baden.  Interment will be private.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are suggested to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

Nicholas Paul Madish, 63, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 20^th, 2024 in his home following a brief battle with cancer.
Born August 21st, 1960, he was a son of the late Peter and Mary Madish. In addition to his parents, Peter and Mary Madish he was preceded in death by a son, Nicky Jr., 6 months old in 1990, brothers Pete and John Madish, sisters Ruth Stirling and Nancy Cindrich. Close brother-in-law Frank Chirico, brother-in-law Charles Davis, brother-in-law Brian Barker. He is survived by sisters, Rosemary Barker of Knoxville, Tennessee, Shirley-Jim Shaffer of Beaver Falls, Susan Davis of Monaca, Julie-Wayne Gibson of Chippewa Township, sister-in-law Peggy Madish of Industry, brother-in-law Gary Stirling of Butler and his sister Diane Chirico of Beaver who was always there throughout his life and especially in his time of need. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
Nick was a 1978 graduate of Western Beaver High School, where he excelled in baseball, machinist tech, and was known as a novice artist.
After graduation Nick traveled to Daytona Beach with friends for summer work, working several jobs before finding a liking at a local busy pizzeria.
What started as a summer adventure at the local pizzeria, turned out to be profoundly impactful on his years ahead. In 1988, Nick took that experience and alongside his brother-in-law and sister (Frank and Diane Chirico), created a successful family business, Top of the Ninth Pizza while bartending during the day at Mickey’s Bar in Industry. With the help of nieces, nephews, extended family members and coworkers/friends who turned into family, operated the pizza shop together for many decades and continue to this day. The family will always remember his contributions to the business and cherish their memories made together.
Recently, after stepping away from the family business, he gained employment at Eaton Beaver, where we are sure he touched many lives with his infectious spirit.
Nick was known as a kind lighthearted man, who made friends easily after a short conversation. Those who were close to him, respectfully and affectionately referred to him simply as, “Uncle Nick.” He was known for his wisdom at or around beer #4, was an avid PA Lottery player looking for that big win, and he had a little luck here and there. Nick was a helping hand to anyone that needed it. Sometimes a “close talker,” he had a contagious laugh and smile that brought people joy. He lived life at his own pace and never had a bad word to say about anyone. The youngest of 10 siblings, he always made his presence known at crowded family gatherings.
As a family man with no surviving children, he shared his life with his nieces and nephew, Nicole, Tina, and Frank as if they were his kids. Nick will be deeply and sadly missed by family and many friends.
We ask that you honor Nick’s legacy by taking a chance on a scratch off ticket/playing the lottery or simply buying the person next to you a shot of Seagram’s VO or a cold beer.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the to the American Cancer Society or St Jude’s Children Hospital.
Our family would like to thank the Good Samaritan Hospice nurses for the great care of our brother/Uncle Nick.
A celebration of life luncheon will be held for family and friends on Sunday, May 5th, 2024, from 1 – 4p.m. at Monaca Turners, 1700 Brodhead Road, Monaca. Professional services have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third St., Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

Eugene S. Levato, 84, of Conway, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2024, with his beloved wife by his side. He was born on August 19, 1939. Gene is preceded in death by his parents, Eugene Sr. and Louise Levato. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, JoAnn Levato, children, Kenneth (Sandy) Levato, Lori Levato, brother, Donald Levato, grandchildren, Jessica (Grant) Fetrow, Samantha (Sam) Dumpe, Nicolette (Vincent) DiFonzo, Joseph Levato, as well as numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Gene spent his life serving the community as the founder of D&G Pizza. In order to honor Gene’s wishes, there will be no funeral services. Arrangements have been entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC., of Ambridge. Obituary can be viewed at alvarezhahnfs.com.

Richard D. Ward Sr., 79, of Ohioville, passed away unexpectedly on April 22, 2024.

Born on March 27, 1945 in Rochester, Richard was a son of the late Marshal “Woody” and Nelle Ward, who preceded him in death.

Richard is survived by his wife of 58 years, Joan (Carr) Ward of Ohioville; sons, Rick (Karen) Ward of DuBois, Pennsylvania, Marty (Debbie) Ward of Alliance, Ohio, and John (Tiffany) Ward of Ohioville, brothers, Norm Ward of Brighton Township, and Bob (Marsha) Ward of Ohioville, grandchildren, Rebecca (Brent) Godissart, R.J. (Kim Morrison) Ward, C.J. Ward, Brett (Rachael Vickers) Ward, Carrie (Chase) Bartholomew, Abby Miller, Josh (Halie Parsons) Miller, Jenna (Mikyah) McGee, and Savina Ford and Alyssa Bradford; and great-grandchildren, Jaycee and Jolene Ward, and Rylee and Liam Bartholomew.

Richard had been a resident of the Rochester area all of his life. After 38 years, Richard retired in 2003 as a Maintenance Supervisor with Eaton Corporation, Vanport.

Richard taught hunter safety courses for 50 years, was an active member of Midland Sportsman’s League, and was a lifelong NRA member and member of Beaver County Conservation League, where he was the cook at Conservation Camp. He loved his horses and covered wagon. Richard also loved the outdoors, and especially hunting, but his favorite activity was anything he did with his grandchildren.

Friends will be received Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 1 P.M. to 5 P.M. in the Noll Funeral Home, Inc. 333 Third Street, Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

Private interment will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Richard’s name to Beaver County Youth Foundation, https://bcscl.net/donate/donate-to-youth-foundation/.

Eileen Coberly, 64, of New Brighton, passed away on April 22, 2024, at Concordia at Villa St. Joseph of Baden.

Born on February 24, 1960, in Rochester, she was a daughter of the late Delbert and Gloria (Spratley) Moorehouse Sr., who preceded her in death. She is survived by her children, Thom (April) Coberly, and Erica (Damian) Tacito, grandchildren, Tim, Emily, and Maykayla Coberly, Reese Wells, Elias and Wyatt Tacito, sisters, Robin Altenberg and Carla (Tom) Vukich, brother, Buzzy Moorehouse, special nephew, Ray (Carrie) Ward, niece, Amber Alexander, great-niece, Alexa Anderson, special friend, Ivy Hanshaw, many nieces and nephews, and many other loved ones. She worked for many years as a hairdresser.  Eileen enjoyed painting, crocheting, and bingo.  Eileen cherished her family.

Services were entrusted to J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton, and friends will be welcomed Sunday, April 28, 2024 from 1 p.m. until the time of the service at 4 p.m., with Reverend Kevin Lee officiating.

She will be laid to rest at St Joseph Catholic Cemetery of New Brighton.

The family would like to thank the nursing staff of the Villa St. Joseph of Baden for the wonderful care they gave to Eileen.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Eileen’s name to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses.

Frank M. Yothers, Jr., 78, of Freedom, passed away on April 21, 2024, in Heritage Valley Beaver. Frank was born August 16, 1945, in Rochester, to the late Frank M., Sr. and Sara Jane Whelan Yothers. In addition to his parents, Frank was preceded in death by his first wife, Terri Lynn Yothers.

Frank is survived by his wife of 33 years, Linda M. (Miller) Yothers, two daughters and a son in law and two sons and a daughter-in-law, Sue Ellen and Steven Dill of Hopewell Township, Karen L. Stuckwish of Monaca, John A. and Tracy Yothers of Monaca and Adam D. Yothers of Oakdale, two granddaughters and one grandson, Ashley Moakley, Abigale Yothers, and Mason Elmer, and an aunt whom Frank considered a sister, Mary Juillerat of Ohio, and numerous cousins.

Frank was a retired finisher with Anchor Hocking, formerly Phoenix Glass, and was Methodist by faith. Frank and his wife Linda loved fishing together. Frank loved both his family and his dogs, Mia and Max.

Friends will be received Friday, April 26, 2024 from 3 P.M. to 7 P.M. in the William Murphy Funeral Home Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester, where a service will be held Friday, April 26, 2024 at 7:15 P.M. Officiating will be Reverend Harriet Hutton and interment will be in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park of Daugherty Township. The family requests that contributions be made to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Rd, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

Arthur L. Weekely, 69, of Aliquippa, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2024. Born on July 21, 1954, he was the son of the late Monroe and Cassie Mae Weekly. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers, Monroe Weekly Jr. and Scott Banks, and a nephew Brent Weekley Jr. He is survived by his brother, Brent Weekly Sr., a sister-in-law Elsie Banks, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins, and a special friend and Paster, Reverend Kevin Lee.  Arthur was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan. He was dedicated to his faith and attended Lifeway Christian Fellowship in Beaver Falls.  Services are private.

Mary ‘Susie’ Susan Dillinger, 66, of Beaver Falls, Pa. passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on April 23, 2024. She was born November 26, 1957 in Beaver Falls to the late Sonia ‘Sunny’ and Wilson ‘Bud’ Ferguson.

Susie married Glenn Russell Dillinger Sr. on March 4, 1975. They had been married 48 years at the time of Glenn’s passing in 2023.

Susie was a homemaker, proud wife, mother, grandmother, and “Aunt Susie” to many. She loved spending time with her family, especially watching her grandchildren grow. Susie worked at the Beaver County Times, as a cashier at Rite Aid, and was a bartender at Hollywood Gardens. Susie was known as the community hair stylist, often cutting hair at her dining room table.

Susie was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Russell Dillinger Sr., and parents Sunny and Bud Ferguson. She is survived by her son Glenn Dillinger Jr. (Cassie); daughters Samantha Boyles (Jay), and Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Dillinger; grandchildren, Lucy, Ethan, Lydia, Dylan, Leeam, and Evelyn; siblings Wilson ‘Donnie’ (Barbara) Ferguson, Phillip ‘Jynx’ Ferguson, David ‘Bud’ (Maggie) Ferguson, Margie (Dennis) Dugan; and best friends Wanda Fuhr, Tara Woodrome, and Margaret Johanningmeier.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by brothers William Grossman and Steven Beal, as well as sisters Margaret ‘Peggy’ Hodge and Roberta Ferguson.

Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Celebration of Susie’s life on Friday, April 26 at St. John-Wayman A.M.E. Church, 715 Mulberry Street, Bridgewater, PA, 15009. Receiving hours will begin at 4:00pm. All guests are welcome to be present and share memories at the memorial service, immediately following at 6:00pm. The GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES (Branch) was honored to provide care and guidance to Susie’s family during this time.

Edward Joseph Hum, 99, of New Brighton, PA, passed away on April 19, 2024, surrounded by family in Ft. Worth, Texas. He was born in New Brighton, PA, and served his country in the Army during World War II.

Edward was intelligent, open minded, and funny. He served his country, community, church, and his family. When he spoke you listened, learned, and could see the world through a different lens. His opinions on religion, politics, and civil rights may have ruffled some feathers from time to time, but mostly because you knew he was right. His legacy of generosity, humbleness, and loyalty will live on through his children, his grandchildren, and his great grandchildren. He will be sorely missed here on Earth, but his family understands that Heaven needed a good baritone.

An accountant at J&L Steel, Edward also enjoyed writing letters to the editor of the local newspaper and watching Rachel Maddow every night at 9. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church and the former New Brighton United Methodist Church. Edward’s hobbies included reading, walking, spending time at the American Legion Post 19 calling the bingo numbers and counting the till with Livio long after his eye sight started to fail, and singing in the church choir as well as the S.P.E.B.S.Q.S.A. and his quartet, the Lame Ducks.

Edward is survived by his sons, Edward Hum and Norman Hum (Mara), grandchildren Erin Soltis (Spencer), Norman Hum (Nicole), Emily Robinson (Zak), Jacob Hartman, Cori Hartman, and great-grandchildren Peyton, Jaxson, Avery, Archer, and Cynthia.

He was preceded in death by his wife Cynthia Ellen, parents, Archie and Pearl Hum, and siblings Elmer Hum and Margaret Ripper (Paul).

Friends will be welcomed Friday, from 4-7pm, in the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 3rd Ave New Brighton, and Saturday from 10am until the time of service at 11am, in the New Brighton Methodist Church, 1033 6th Ave, New Brighton, with Pastor Gary Hilton officiating.

Members of the VVA #862 will provide military honors following the service.

Private interment will be held at Grove Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made in Ed’s name to the New Brighton Legion, Post #19.

He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Robert F. Jacob, 80, of Conway, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday April 21, 2024. He was the son of the late Francis and Helen Jacob. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Arleen Hodson. Surviving is his wife of 50 years, Betty Jo Jacob, children, Robert (Sarah Joy) Jacob, Betsy (Brian) Hollis, Timothy (Katie) Jacob, Jonathan (Elizabeth) Jacob, David (Shelby) Jacob, siblings, James Jacob, Lawrence Jacob, Joseph Jacob, 15 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, numerous nieces and nephews. Robert served his country proudly in the United States Navy. The Lord found him and he was ordained in 1974. Robert ministered various churches all over the country and had a passion for preaching the word of God. Friends will be received on Sunday, May 5, 2024, from 2-5 PM in the Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC., 547 8th Street, Ambridge, 724-266-2549. Additional visitation will be held on Monday, May 6, 2024, from 9:00 AM until time of funeral service at 10:00 AM at Sewickley-Lighthouse Baptist Church, 301 Beaver Street, Sewickley officiated by Pastor Rich Gelfand. Burial will follow at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. In leu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Sewickley-Lighthouse Baptist Church.

“Born a wicked sinner on February 10, 1944, and died a saved blood washed born again sinner on April 21, 2024.”