Carol A. Finch

Carol A. Finch, 79, of Harmony Twp., passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 4, 2024. She was born on July 5, 1944, in Rochester.  She was a 1962 graduate of Ambridge High School and received her associates degree in secretarial administration from Robert Morris Junior College graduating Summa Cum Laude. Carol then began her long career as executive secretary at the American Bridge Division of United States Steel Corporation. She was a longtime faithful member of St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Ambridge. Her passion in life was being a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ann and George Brodarac. Surviving are her loving husband of 55 years, David J. Finch, daughter, Jacqueline Barkley of Harmony Twp. two grandchildren, Noah and Mallory Barkley along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Friends will be received on Wednesday from 3 PM until time of Parastas services at 7:30 PM in the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc. 833 Drive, Ambridge. Translation of the body will take place at 8 PM to St.Vladimir Ukranian Orthodox Church. Addition visitation will take place at on Thursday from 9:30 AM until time of funeral services at 10 AM at the church. Her pastor, the Very Rev. Michael Kochis will officiate. Interment will follow in Economy Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the St. Vladimir Parish Endowment Fund, 313 Ninth Street, Ambridge, PA 15003.

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Lawrence G. Schad

Lawrence G. Schad, 81, of Brighton Township, passed away on January 5, 2024.
Born on June 16, 1942, in Pittsburgh Pa, he was the son of the late George and Ruth Schad. Lawrence was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served during the Vietnam War, on a submarine, and had been a resident of Beaver since 1971. He went on to work and retire from First Energy, formerly Duquesne Light, where he was superintendent of the BVII and later the training administrator at the simulator building after 30 years. Lawrence was also a member of First Reformed Presbyterian Church, Patterson, Twp.
Along with his parents, Lawrence is preceded in death by his first wife, Patricia Schad (2015).
Lawrence will be sadly missed by his second wife, Virginia Houlette Schad; son, Ron (Lori) Schad, Center Twp.; two daughters, Kathy Schad, Vanport, and Missy (Dan) McNutt, Darlington; adopted son, Rich (Melanie) Kessler, Pittsburgh; sister, Lorraine McManus, Pittsburgh; grandchildren, Jim Barnes II, Nathan and Kyle Schad, and a great-grandsons, Jimmy Barnes III, and Bryden Barnes.
Friends will be received in the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, on Tuesday January 9, 2024 from 2pm-4pm and 6pm-8pm, where a Funeral Service will be conducted on Wednesday January 10, 2024 at 11am. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.
Private Interment to follow at Beaver Cemetery.

Mark Anthony Sebastian, Jr.

Mark Anthony Sebastian Jr., 69 of Beaver Falls, peacefully passed into his eternal life on January 2, 2024 in his home.

Mark was born May 11, 1954 in Beaver Falls. Born and raised in West Mayfield, he attended St. Philomena Catholic grade school and graduated from Beaver Falls High School in 1972. Mark worked hard at several jobs all his life. He was a first degree member of the local Knights of Columbus.

He was preceded in death by his Father Mark A. Sebastian, mother Laverne Carroll, sister Cheri and many Aunts and Uncles, including his Godmother Mary Lokey.

He is survived by his brother Bo Sebastian, sisters Carolyn Sebastian, Cindy Guandolo and Lori Brennan.

Also survived by first cousins Fred, Greg, Gary, George, Beth, Jack, Carolyn, Steve, George, Evie, Chris, Renee, Art and very close cousin Nancy. And several second and third cousins.

Mark was a man of many talents, he played guitar, was amazing at solving Soduku puzzles and could fix, repair and make just about anything, he was ‘MacGyver’. He was affectionately called Seabiscuit by his cousins. Most of all Mark was a master gardener! He loved watching his garden grow and shared the fruits of his labors with those he loved!

Eternal rest grant to him O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace.

All services were private.

Nancy thanks Gabauer Family Funeral Homes who assisted with Marks arrangements including laying him to rest in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Chippewa Township.

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Lorrain “Lori” M. Sadowy, 59, of Baden, passed away on January 4, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Peter and Mary Sadowy. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Rebecca Sadowy and Robert Sadowy. Suring are her brothers, Leonard Sadowy and Fiancé Nicole Moye and William (Christine) Sadowy, nieces, Kayla Sadowy, Ashley Selby, Nicole White, nephew, Joshua (Courtney) Sadowy, and numerous cousins.

Lorrain was a graduate of Ambridge Area Highschool class of 1981. She was a lifelong member of Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church in Ambridge. She had many interests in her life including bowling, bingo, and crossword puzzles. Lorrain loved the beach and adored all animals especially her dogs. She will be dearly missed by all that knew and loved her.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 7, 2023, from 2-5 PM in the Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC., 547 8th Street, Ambridge, 724-266-2549. A funeral mass will be held 10:00 AM Monday, January 8, 2023, at Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Church, 404 6th Street, Ambridge. Burial will follow at Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery, Economy. Memorial contributions can be made in care of Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Church, Ambridge.

John F. Usselman, 87, of New Brighton, passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at UPMC Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh.

Born March 26, 1936, in Beaver Falls, he was the son of the late Frederick and Irene (Close) Usselman. John was Catholic by faith. He was an avid golfer, loved the Steelers and was a member of the East Palestine Country Club.

In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Lou (Lockrouit) Usselman; two sons, Paul R. Schaffer, Jr. and Randy Schaffer; six brothers, Paul Hagg, Clarence Hagg, Herman Usselman, James Usselman, William Usselman and Karl Usselman; five sisters, Edith Greco, Mary Hawrylak, Jeanne Silvestri, Eleanor Manor and Ruth McNamee; also numerous nieces and nephews.

He is survived by his loving daughter, Karen (Wayne) Souffrant.

Friends will be received on Sunday, January 7th from 1- 5pm in the GABAUER FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1133 Penn Ave., New Brighton, www.gabauerfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Full Military Honors will be accorded by the Beaver County Special Unit Monday, January 8^th at 10:45 am at the funeral home, followed by a Blessing service at 11 am with Father Howard Campbell as celebrant.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff and nurses at UPMC Mercy for the loving care they gave to John.

Private interment will be in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville, Pa.

Jack L. Fenchel, 95, of Big Beaver Boro passed away on January 3, 2024.
While working as an operating engineer for the former J.H. Brooks & Sons, during the 1950’s, Jack invented three patents; constructed, designed and was a founding member of the Big Beaver Volunteer Fire Dept. In the 1960’s he was active on the Big Beaver School Board and was a founding member of the Big Beaver Little League and Pony League Baseball. After retiring in 1990 he opened the Golden Eagle Archery Shop for a few years. Throughout his lifetime he enjoyed hunting, fishing and was an avid amateur photographer.
Jack was a member of First Baptist Church in Beaver Falls.
Jack was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Nancy L (Javens) Fenchel, 2018; his parents, Arthur and Martha (Boyer) Fenchel; a brother, Dale Fenchel and two sisters, Jean Stinson and Eleanor Kraynie.
Surviving are his four sons, Kenneth (Donna) Fenchel, Lexington, SC, Jerry Fenchel, TX, Bill Fenchel, Darlington, David Fenchel, Big Beaver Boro; five grandchildren, Kenneth (Sheila) Fenchel Jr., Diana (Ryan) Herring, Shaun (Lindsay) Fenchel, Erin (Shawn) Gerald, Heather Fenchel; eight great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandsons.
Friends will be received Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. in the HILL AND KUNSELMAN FUNERAL HOME, hillandkunselman.com , 3801 Fourth Avenue, Beaver Falls. Private interment will be in Grandview Cemetery, Big Beaver Boro.
Memorial contributions may be made, if desired, to the First Baptist Church, 616 17th Street, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.

Donna L. Tunstall, 80, of Pittsburgh, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at West Penn Hospital. She was born on August 19, 1943, in Pittsburgh, to the late Peter and Dorothy Maglicic. She retired as a server from Diamond Run Golf Club. Preceding her in death in addition to her parents were her husband, George Tunstall, Sr, and her siblings, James Maglicic, Thomas Griffiths, and John Griffiths. She is survived by her children, George II (Lori) Tunstall of Bonita Springs, FL, Kimberly (Rob) Ganster of Ambridge, David Tunstall of Pittsburgh, Shawn (Melissa) Tunstall of Pittsburgh, 13 grandchildren, Cortney (Derek) Peyton, Josh, Luke, Gray and Cole Tunstall, Morgan  (Ali) Akboga, John ( Samantha) Buggey, Zachary Buggey, Ryan (Alexis) Buggey, Donna Tunstall, Shawn (Lynzi) Tunstall II, Nicholas (Madison) Tunstall, Nathan Tunstall, great grandchildren, Oswald, Wallacewinnie, Cadwallon, Zalal, Kelsi, John III, Levi, Isabella, Shawn III, and Sophia, siblings, Connie (Jim) Nicotaro, Robert (Christine) Maglicic, Ruth Ann  Lachimia. Numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews. She also leaves behind her many friends at Sheptytsky Arms Highrise in Brighton Heights. A memorial visitation will be held on Friday, January 5, 2024, from 3 PM until time of memorial service at 6 PM at St. Michael and All Angel’s Lutheran Church, 1308 Spring Garden Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15212.

Franklin L. Namath, Sr., CLU, 85, of Chippewa Township, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2024.

Born on January 5, 1938, in Beaver Falls, he was the son of the late John A. and Rosal E. Namath.

He was a proud graduate of Beaver Falls High School in 1955 and was devoted to the orange and black.  He went on to attend the University of Kentucky on both baseball and football scholarships. Mr. Namath had been an insurance agent for more than 60 years, having owned and operated his own agency.  He was a member of the LMBA Club and was an active parishioner of St. Monica Church of St. Augustine Parish.  In his free time, he enjoyed golf, gardening, and fishing.  Most of all, he enjoyed precious moments spent with his grandchildren.

He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Edith (Mendicino) Namath; children, Michael P. (Lisa) Namath, Lisa Ann Namath, and Frankin L. (Allison) Namath, Jr.; grandchildren, Michael Andrew Namath, Matthew (Nashel) Namath, Jacob David Namath, and Sophia Rose Namath; a brother, Joseph W. Namath; a sister, Rita J. Sims; a sister-in-law, Sharon Namath; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends; and his three fur babies, Scarlet, Scout and Winnie.

Friends will be received on Friday, January 5^th from 2-7PM in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls-www.gabauerfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Prayers will be offered in the funeral home on Saturday, January 6^th at 9:30AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10AM at St. Monica Church of St. Augustine Parish.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Namath’s name to the St. Monica Angel Fund- 609 10^th St., Beaver Falls, PA 15010.