Judith A. (Amos) Gorsich, 82, a lifelong resident of Patterson Township, passed away Friday March 22, 2024.
Born May 16, 1941, in Beaver Falls she was the daughter of the late Everett & Evelyn (Gorrell) Amos. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Carl S. Gorsich, in 2020. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Carl J. and Kate Gorsich of White Township; two daughters and a son-in-law, Heidi Gorsich of Patterson Township and Leslie and David Kalcevic of Chippewa Township; three grandchildren, David C. Kalcevic and his wife Mallory, Jillian Braudis and her husband Daren, Marcus Kalcevic and his wife Shelby; and two great-grandsons, Oliver and Rowan.
She was a member of Riverview Methodist Church of Patterson Township and a member of the Outlook Club for many years. Most of all, Judy loved spending time with her grandchildren.
As per Judith’s request no services will be held.
Arrangements by Hill & Kunselman Funeral Home, www.hillandkunselman.com, 3801-4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.

God decided to call home his beloved daughter, Grace Martha Nola, on March 21, 2024. She was born on January 2, 1936 in Bessemer, PA to the late Giovanni and Franca Tomasello. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vernon R. Nola, Sr., her parents, and her brothers Leonard and Nicholas.
She is survived by her six children, Jeanne (Larry), Joanne, Vernon Jr (Stephanie), Douglas (Dannielle), Gregory (Rachel), and Danielle (Christopher), fourteen grandchildren, Michael, Brittany, Angelo, Matthew, Joshua, Alexander, Olivia, Benjamin, Aria, Isaac, Jacob, Gabrielle, Jocelyn, Elysse, and three great-grandchildren, London, Maverick, and Ava.
A graduate of Bessemer High School, she sang alto in the Chorus, and performed in the All-State Chorus in 1954. She continued her love of singing and music as a member of church choirs and women’s groups for many years.
As a young girl, she committed her life to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and followed his teachings as best she could the rest of her life. She was a member of many churches, including the Christian Assembly in Midland, Wildwood Chapel in Aliquippa, Calvary Assembly in Bessemer, and most recently New Castle First Assembly of God.
She was proud of her time as a “Klondike Girl” at Isaly’s and developed a life-long love of ice cream.
She met the love of her life, Vernon R. Nola, Sr., at church camp and they married in June 1965. They were married 49 years and made a nurturing home for raising their kids.
Friends will be received Thursday March 28, 2024 from 2pm-4pm and 6pm-8pm in the Noll Funeral Home, 333 Third St, Beaver. A Funeral Service will be conducted at the funeral home on Friday March 29, 2024 at 11am. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.
Interment will take place at Beaver Cemetery.

Susan A. “Suzie” Hague, 78, of Brighton Township, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at McMurray Hills Manor of McMurray, PA.
Born on April 26, 1945, in Rochester, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Valda Ruth (Ecoff) Holzworth. In addition to her parents and husband, Suzie was preceded in death by her brother-in-law, Delbert Hague and her nephew, Bryan Hague. Suzie is survived by her loving children, son Jason and his wife Natasha Baker, and daughter Jodi and her fiancé John Wagner; her brother, Michael (Michelle) Holzworth; her brother-in-law, Ralph (Judy) Hague; her niece, Ashley Nash (Brian); her nephews, Darin Hague and DJ Hague; and great-niece, Brynlee Nash.
Suzie’s passing was exactly twenty years to the day after Joseph Hague, her husband, soul mate and only true love.
Family and friends will be received on Wednesday, March 27th from 1PM until the time of service at 4PM in the GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES (Branch), 340 Third Street, Beaver.
Private interment will be in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park.

Robert L. Gallagher, 90, of Center Township, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 in Cambridge Village. He was born in Monaca, PA on April 19, 1933, a son of the late Donald and Gladys Gallagher.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Ruth W. Gallagher and a brother Joseph Gallagher. He is survived by his wife: Shirley J. Gallagher, 2 children: R. Kevin Gallagher, and Deborah and Daniel Motter; 3 stepchildren: Rich and Eleanor Pike, Kathy Tolfa, and Dennis Pike; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren and two sisters, Gladys Petroff and Edna Stewart.
He was a retired Metallurgist working with Pittsburgh Tube in Monaca. He was a U.S. Army Veteran serving during the Korean Conflict. He was a long-time member of Mt. Carmel Evangelical Presbyterian Church where he enjoyed working with the church work group. He loved going camping in his RV and sightseeing at National Parks. He was an avid sports fan, especially football. He was an all-star football player playing both sides of the ball at Monaca High School. Robert also was an avid gardener, being very proud of growing both vegetables and roses.

Friends will be received on Monday, March 25, 2024 from 4pm until 7pm in the Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Aliquippa. Where a funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at 11am. Private interment will take place in Mill Creek Hill Cemetery, of Hookstown, PA.

James Lizzi, 95, of Vanport, formerly of Pulaski Township, passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2024, in Villa St. Joseph, Baden.
Born April 14, 1928, in Freedom, Jim was the son of the late Joseph and Nellie Lodovico Lizzi. Jim was preceded in death by one son, Allen Lizzi, two sisters in law, Pat Crisci and Maryann Lizzi, one brother-in-law Joe Fraser. Jim is survived by his wife Florence Crisci Lizzi, one daughter, Karen M. Lizzi of Westminster, Colorado, 2 sons and daughters in law, Robert “Bob” J. and Jani Lizzi of New Brighton, James N. and Carol Lizzi of Woodbridge, Virginia, eight grandchildren, Jason, Carrie, Ryan, Allison, Dominic, Nicholas, Nathan and Noah, eight great grandchildren, Alexis, Abigail, A.J., Aydin, Shalom, Otto, Olive and Isabelle, one sister, Rose Fraser of Vanport, one brother, Alex Lizzi of South Carolina, two brothers in law and one sister in law, Ronald and Kelly Crisci and Lenny Crisci, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was a retired foreman/electrician with Conrail of Conway, PA. Jim was a member of St. Cecilia’s R.C. Church, Our Lady of the Valley Parish. He was a Navy veteran of World War II, and a member of the New Brighton American Legion, Post 19, a member of the Knights of Columbus Fr. James Reid Council, a member of the I.B.E.W. Council System 6. Jim was also a member of the Rochester Turner’s, the New Brighton F.O.E. Jim was also an avid bowler and golfer.
Friends will be received Monday, March 25, 2024, in The William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc. from 3p.m. until 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at 10 a.m. in St. Cecilia’s R.C. Church, Rochester, with Brother John Harvey officiating. Interment will follow at St. Cecilias Cemetery of Rochester, PA.
Memorial contributions may be made in Jim’s name to any Veterans Organization of your choice.

Hampton T. Weldon, 57, of New Brighton, passed away March 18, 2024, at Heritage Valley Beaver.

Hampton was born June 1, 1966 in New Brighton, the son of the late Todd E. Weldon and Phyllis Woods Weldon.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Clinton Weldon, New Brighton, and his sister Korleen Bower (Myron) Dillard, Lisbon, Ohio.

He is survived by a niece, Christina (Shawn) Bowser; one great-niece, Andrea; two great-nephews, Carson and Rider, all of Lisbon, Ohio; and numerous cousins.

He graduated from New Brighton High School in 1984. Hampton worked at a number of jobs during his years of employment, but his favorite was interior house painting. Hampton was an avid Steelers’ fan. He had a great passion for fishing and he enjoyed cooking for friends and family. He loved children and he delighted in helping others, especially the elderly. He especially treasured the company of his cousin Vickie Hackney and his best friend Matt Glaab.

Arrangements were entrusted to J&J Spratt Funeral Home, Inc., 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton.

There will be no visitation or funeral service.

Sarah Ellen Campbell, 90, of Aliquippa passed away on March 15, 2024 in Good Samaritan Hospice at Heritage Valley Beaver.  She was born in Fairmont, West Virginia, and was the daughter of the late George Edward & Beatrice Grandstaff. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Myrl Edward Campbell in 1991, a daughter, Mary Frances Craig in 2009 and a granddaughter Amanda Jones. She is survived by her two daughters: Kimberly B. Yoho and Terri Lynn (Monty Guidi) Grubich; 6 grandchildren: Jason (Joy) Jones, Jonathan Craig, Amber Yoho, Shon Campbell, Zachary (Ashley) Grubich and Myrlaena (Nate) Grubich; 13 great grandchildren: Hana, Uriah, Alivia, Carter, Chloe, Caiden, Brynlee, Brielle, Adrianna, Bryson, Gabriel, Ezekiel, and Shiloh; a sister, Bernice Maranville and two former sons-in-law; Joe Yoho and Tim Grubich. She was proud to be a foster mother for over 20 years.  During that time, she fostered more than 100 children, and she loved being a mom.  She also enjoyed singing and listening to country and religious music. All services are private.  Interment is in Veasey Cemetery.

Emma Jean Stephenson, 89, of Chippewa Township, formerly of Beaver, passed away on March 15, 2024.

Born September 12, 1934 in Rochester, she was a daughter of the late Jack and Margaret Schroeder. In addition to her parents, Emma Jean was preceded in death by her husbands, William I. Stephenson, Jr., and Donald Dusold; sisters, Laura Mae Grant and Bertha Goodwald; and brother, Jerry Schroeder.

She is survived by her sons, Randy (Cheryl) Stephenson, Rick (Lynn) Stephenson, and Rob Stephenson; sister, Patty Schmidt; grandchildren, Michael (Jana) Stephenson, and Brad (Jenny) Stephenson; and great-grandchildren, William, Emily, Charlotte, Hudson, Parker and Campbell Stephenson.

Emma Jean was well known in the world of dachshunds. As owner of EJ Dachshunds, she was celebrated for her achievements with the breed, especially for her most prized champion, Gunner, who was one of her top producers. Emma Jean was also active with the Dachshund Club of America, Western PA Dachshund Club, National Miniature Dachshund Club, and the Columbiana Dachshund Club. She also served her community as a former Executive Director of the Voluntary Action Center, and as a member of the Women’s Club, Eastern Star, and Mount Olive Lutheran Church of Chippewa Township.

Friends will be received during a memorial visitation, Saturday, March 30, 2024, from 12 p.m. until 3 p.m. in Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third St., Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Emma Jean’s name to Mt. Olive Lutheran Church, 1154 Shenango Rd., Beaver Falls, PA 15010.

Lena R. “Benedict” Maruhnich, 99, of Aliquippa passed away suddenly, quietly, and peacefully on March 19, 2024.
She was born in Struthers, Ohio on March 5, 1925, and was the last surviving child of the late Andrew and Catherine (Viglotti) Benedict.
Lena was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John “Zoo” Maruhnich, Five brothers: Derry, Mark, Andy, Benny, and Damon. Two sisters: Lucille and Mary and her cherished granddaughter, Nicole Maruhnich. Two brothers-in-law: George and Michael Maruhnich and a sister-in-law: Maragaret Raychevich.
Lena was a faithful member of St. George Byzantine Catholic Church, Aliquippa. Over the years, she was an active volunteer in various functions held at the church. Lena spent time working at bake sales, setting-up for weddings, and making homemade pierogies.
She was an avid fan of the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Steelers. She and her son yearly traveled to Bradenton, Florida to watch the Pirates at spring training. And, although slowly, she was on her way to becoming a fan of the Pittsburgh Penguins but was not quite there yet. She loved “Pittsburgh” and where she lived … in Hopewell and Aliquippa. She was proud of the place she called home and everything that represents what it is: hardworking, honest, multicultural, vibrant with many nationalities and cultures, fun-loving, sports-minded, family-oriented, and faithful to God and his promise for us.
She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother and she treasured the time she spent with her family, and they treasured her just as much.
Lena is survived by her devoted and loving family. A son and daughter-in-law: Nick and Lynda Maruhnich, a daughter and son-in-law: Cathie and Domenic Leone. Six grandchildren who she was so proud of: Stefanie, Lauren, Samantha, Roxanne, Anthony, and Lauren. Lena was blessed with twelve great grandchildren: Chole, Evan, Maddox, Lorenzo, Isla, Milania, Bailee, Bently, Aubrey, Charlie, Alex, and Gabby. Her niece Ann Mendicino and additional nieces and nephews and members of the Maruhnich family: Nick Jr., Eddie and Isabelle, Josephine, and the children of the family: Georgie, David, Dean, Veronica, Julie, Patricia, Pam, Sharon and Mark.
Visitation will be Friday from 4-7 pm in the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home Inc. 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa, 724-375-0496. Family and friends are welcome to attend a Parastas service on Saturday at 10:00 am with Father Christiaan Kappes at St. George Byzantine Church, Aliquippa. Please meet at the church.
Private Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

Jason Richard Russell, 46, formerly of Freedom, passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2024.

Born October 5, 1977, in Aliquippa, he was a son of Helen (Russell) Chop.  Jason attended Freedom High School.  He worked as a flooring installer which he enjoyed.  He loved being outdoors, and especially loved his family.

Along with his mother he is survived by his wife, Megan (Nicol) Russell, children, Wyatt Russell, Jillian Russell, their mother Julie Mateer, and Daulton Nicol, brothers, Jim and Becky Chop, Chris Chop, sister, Megan and Ricky Stump.

Private family services will be held.