Elizabeth “Betty Jean” Sabo Chesnoski, 87, of Conway, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on December 29th, 2025. She was born in Ambridge on February 16th, 1938, a daughter of the late William Sabo and Beryl Parks, and the stepdaughter of Helen Sabo, who raised her from when she was a baby. For 57 wonderful years, she was married to her devoted husband, the late Nick Chesnoski, who preceded her in death in 2014. She is survived by her children and their spouses, her daughter, Brenda Mellen (Matthew), her son, Gary Chesnoski (Annette), as well as her beloved grandchildren, Mitchell Chesnoski (Lauren) and Mason Chesnoski, (fiancée Katrina Becker) and her siblings, William (Darlene) Sabo, Deborah (Richard) Michalik, and Donald (Stacey) Sabo. As an active member of the Conway Women’s Club, Elizabeth poured her energy into community service, always ready to offer a helping hand. Her commitment extended beyond her neighborhood, she dedicated over three decades to Sears, where she was known for her reliability and kindness to both colleagues and customers. She also took great joy in showing her beloved Shelties at local dog shows, where her gentle spirit and sense of pride shone through. Her life was defined by her deep dedication to her family and commitment to uplifting her community. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, compassion, and countless cherished memories. All who knew her were touched by her warmth, her laughter, and her genuine care for others. Her spirit will live on in the hearts of her loved ones and the many lives she brightened along the way. Family and friends are invited to honor Elizabeth’s life on Friday, January 2nd from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. at John Syka Funeral Home Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where prayers will be offered on Saturday, January 3rd at 10 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 A.M. in the Good Samaritan Catholic Church, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge, and the service will be followed immediately by a Committal service at the church. Committal will be at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville at a later date.

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Carolyn Ann Verszyla, 81, of Sewickley, passed away peacefully on December 30th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Sewickley on July 26th, 1944, a cherished daughter of the late Carl W. and Ann (Hrechun) Moore. She is survived by her children, Lisa Ann (John) Sieckowski and Jeffrey (Shelly) Verszyla, her five adored grandchildren, David Earl (Teresa), Madeline (Charlie Bailey), Eva Marie, Alexander and Carson, her sister, Marilyn Swartz (David Ries), her nephews, John V. Swartz (Julie) and Michael Swartz (Katie). She also leaves behind her beloved dog, Lucy.

Throughout her life, Carolyn demonstrated exceptional leadership and a deep commitment to her community. She was elected several times as a Leet Township Commissioner, served as a manager for Rochester Township, and was a president of St. James Parish’s Church Council, where she was a lifelong member. She was known for her honesty, fairness, and unwavering dedication. She always carried the needs of the people she served in her heart. For more than 30 years, she was the welcoming face of the Sewickley Valley Hospital Emergency Room, offering comfort and kindness to families during moments of illness, accidents, and trauma. Her steady presence and compassionate spirit touched countless lives. She was also a loving mother and grandmother, Carolyn’s proudest accomplishment was raising her two children.

Family will receive friends on Friday, January 2nd, from 3 P.M. until the time of a prayer service at 7:30 P.M. in the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, who was in charge of her arrangements. Interment will take privately.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237.

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David C. Couch, 73, formerly of New Brighton, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness on December 29th, 2025, under the care of Gateway Hospice and Beaver Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Beaver Falls, the place he called home for over four years. He was born on January 31st, 1952, the eldest child of the late Carl and Juanita Couch. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his great niece, Addison Grace Gagliardi. He is survived by his siblings: Rebecca (Mark) Weatherly of Arizona, Tim Couch of Ohio, Mark Couch of Virginia, Tom (Judy) Couch of New Brighton and Mary Beth Burnsworth; as well as four nephews: Shane, Troy, and Brent Weatherly, and Tom (TJ) Couch; as well as four nieces: Shannon Blair, Christina Clark, Tiffany Gagliardi, and Rachel Burnsworth; along with numerous great nieces and nephews. David was a 1970 graduate of New Brighton High School, and he was an “Oak Hill boy”. He spent many years managing and owning gasoline/service stations with towing services and working on automobiles as a mechanic. He took great pride in the last station he had owned on Route 18 in Big Beaver, “Dave’s Sunoco”. He had also worked at B&W and was a long-haul truck driver before his health declined. He faithfully sent postcards home to his parents as he traveled around the country. He was a dedicated son and helped to provide care for his aging parents prior to their deaths. David was a lover of the sport of car racing and had, in the past, owned and raced his own cars. From an age before he even had his driver’s license, he began to purchase numerous vehicles, repair and repurpose them, and sell them only to purchase another one. He had more vehicles in his lifetime than anyone can remember or count. He was also an avid football and Steelers fan. David was an “old soul” and always had a penchant for being a father figure, doling out advice to his five younger siblings. In accordance with David’s wishes, there will be no visitation or viewing and his remains will be cremated. Arrangements have been entrusted to Corless-Kunselman Funeral Services, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls. Memorial donations, if desired, may be made, in his name, to a reputable charity organization that supports Parkinson’s disease or kidney disease, or another charitable organization of choice.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Richard H. Davies Jr. please visit the Sympathy Store of the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home, Inc. by clicking here.

James V. Pursley, 83, of Hopewell Township, passed away on December 30th, 2025 in Good Samaritan Hospice House, Wexford. He was born in Sewickley on August 14th, 1942, the only son of Vaughn and Margaret Pursley. He is survived by his beloved wife, Patty Pursley and his son and daughter in law, Jim & Renae Pursley, of Hopewell, his grandchildren, Marissa Shell and Ryan Gailey and his great grandchildren, Arionna, Amiya, and Prince Shell.

James worked as a Locomotive Engineer for the A&S Railroad. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to spend time hunting and fishing. He also loved riding his motorcycle.

All services are private. Arrangements have been entrusted to Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Private interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, 450 Penn Avenue, Aliquippa.

Stanley James Phillips, 75, of Beaver, passed away peacefully on December 16th, 2025, in the comfort of the family cottage on Connoquenessing Creek. He was born in Sewickley on May 24th, 1950, the son of the late Howard and Joye Phillips. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his in-laws who truly loved him like a son, Gilio and Helena Lazzaretti and his very good friend and his spiritual brother, Joseph Vitunic. He is survived by his grieving family, including his wife of 40 years, Lisa Phillips, his children: Jessica (Ryan) Follmer, Samuel J. Phillips, Elizabeth (Noah) Lheureau, and Hannah (Jerry) Welsh; as well as his grandson, James Follmer, his sisters, Barbara (Walter) Johns and Peggy Vitovich, his sister-in-law, Judy (Roger) Spurlock, his nephews, Caleb Spurlock, Jacob Spurlock and Jason Phillips, his nieces, Michaela Spurlock and Rachael Cottrell, and his best buddy, his dog Benny.

Stanley attended Moon Township High School where he developed his love of music playing the bass clarinet. He earned two Associates Degrees in Electronics and as an OR Technician, and was also certified in HVAC. At the age of twenty, he served his country in the Armed Forces during the Vietnam War, and despite the odds he made it home safely. In the years following, and in meeting his wife, Lisa, he gave his life to Christ. His steadfast faith was an inspiration to his family and community. He devoted much of his time to studying and applying God’s word and bearing witness to all who met him through his good works, sharing his story, and playing worship music. His ministries included hosting Bible studies in his home, serving his church community as an elder, shepherding new Christians in their walk of faith, and leading worship for his church. His walk with God brought him the opportunity to play bass in the church worship band. For many years, you could see him loading into the church early to set up, because if he was not early, he was late. He was a gifted musician who sang, played the bass, guitar, lap steel, and several other instruments. His passion and faith radiated from him when he played music for his friends and family, touching their lives and bringing them closer to one another and closer to God. Anything he did, he did so with pride and determination. He was also an avid fisherman who loved to share his knowledge with others. He taught his son, his daughters, his wife, and countless friends how to hook a worm and catch a big one all while teaching them to love and respect nature. Catching two fish on the same line was his most impressive fishing trick. The time he spent with his fishing buddies was a source of fond memories and great stories. He also had several jobs over the years, from working at Dravo between 1973 and 1983, working as an electronic technician, and an OR technician. Then he found contentment working in maintenance with Beaver County, where he could use his mental and technical expertise while doing what he loved most, working with his hands. If there was something he could not fix, it was truly broken. He worked for the county until his retirement in 2011. He raised four wonderful children alongside his beloved wife of 40 years, Lisa. From the moment they met, they knew that they had both found a lifelong love. He was an outdoorsman as well as a craftsman, building a beautiful home with Lisa. Together, they brought their dreams into reality, no matter how big or small. He was a gentle and quiet man, despite his tall stature. He was incredibly smart, so resilient, and loved to laugh. His kind eyes and the way his face crinkled during a good belly laugh, will be sorely missed. He had many hobbies, all of which he would become an expert on, however what he enjoyed most was quality time spent with his friends, family, and his dog. He always wanted the best for his family and was determined to raise his kids better than the generation before him. We would like to think he succeeded in that. He will be remembered in every belly laugh, in every moment of quiet contemplation, in every bear hug, with love, respect, and gentile sorrow.

A memorial visitation will be held on Friday, January 2nd from 11 a.m. until the time of a memorial service at 1 p.m. in the Gabauer-Todd Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 340 Third Street, Beaver, who was in charge of his arrangements. A Celebration Of Life will follow on Friday, January 2nd at 2 p.m. at Frank G’s Place, 500 Market St, Beaver. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Disabled American Veterans.

Inurnment will take place in the spring at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville.