Category: Obituaries

Jody Ann Altman (1961-2025)

Jody Ann Altman, 63, of Wampum, passed away on October 12th, 2025. She was born on December 17th, 1961, the daughter of the late John “Jack” and Dorothy Muller.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Randy Altman. She is survived by her sons, Damian and Kyle (Natalie Schafer) Altman and Marcus Nawrocki, her adopted mother, Shirley Dapper, her adopted brothers, James Dapper and Bill Davis and three grandchildren, Grayson, Braxton and Kylo.

Jody worked at Time Out Sports Bar and spent 10 years as an office manager for Dr. Renee Rubinstein. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her special time with son Damian, and her six dogs and cat. She was an avid reader and was very dedicated to her plants. If you knew Jody, you will remember her blunt and to the point personality. She would never sugar coat anything but had a way of treating everyone she met like family.  There will be a visitation on Saturday, October 18th from 4 p.m. until the time of a service beginning at 7 p.m. at Corless-Kunselman Funeral Services LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of her arrangements.

Robin E. Williams (1945-2025)

Robin E. Williams, 80, of Beaver, passed away at home on October 11th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in New Brighton on February 1st, 1945, the son of the late Eugene O. and Dorothy Graham Williams. He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Arlene Williams, his son, Robert (Robin) Williams of Center Township, her daughter, Christine Petrella of Beaver, his grandchildren: Brittany (Cody Gibson) Miller of Raccoon, Caitlyn Petrella of Raccoon, Brandon (Zoey Tice) Petrella of Beaver and Alexa Williams of Center Township; as well as his great-grandchildren, Colton Miller, Caroline Petrella and Bentley Gibson.

Robin was a faithful member of First Presbyterian Church of Beaver. He had sung with Mendelssohn and Bach Choir for many years and loved watching sports, especially Indy and NASCAR racing. He also enjoyed cooking, spending time with his family, but truly adored his beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also loved his pets, Abbey and Darla. In his later years, you could find him sitting on his porch listening to either music or an audiobook.

Friends will be received on Tuesday, October 14th, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. in the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver. A funeral service will also take place on Wednesday, October 15th at 11 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Beaver. Interment will be at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Robin’s name may be made to the Beaver Area Memorial Library, 100 College Avenue, Beaver, PA 15009.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Robin E. Williams, please visit the flower store of the Noll Funeral Home, Inc by clicking here.

William A. Corso (1958-2025)

William A. Corso, 67, of Moon Township, formerly of Ambridge, passed away peacefully on October 9th, 2025, with loving family by his side. He was born in Sewickley on June 22nd, 1958, the son of the late William and Mary (Marino) Corso. He is survived by his loving sister, Jackie Corso, his cousins, Kathryn (William) Sholduko, Billy (Anushree) Sholduko and Raymond (Diane) Salvati and his beloved dog, Blue.

William graduated from Ambridge High School and then earned his bachelor’s degree from Ohio University. He was passionate about rooting for the Pittsburgh sports teams and he loved to cook. He was a loving, kind and generous caregiver his whole life. He brought a smile to the faces of everyone, most especially the sick and infirmed.  His faith gave him the ability to accept whatever challenges God put in his path and take them on with humility and grace.

The family wishes to thank the incredibly kind palliative care doctors and nurses at Allegehny General Hospital led by the compassionate Dr. Ryan Anderson. We will forever be in his debt.

All are welcome to gather for a visitation on Tuesday, October 14th from 9 A.M. until the time of a blessing service at 12:30 P.M. in the John Syka Funeral Home Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, who was in charge of his arrangements. Interment will take place privately in Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery, 2186 Broadhead Road, Aliquippa.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of William A. Corso, please visit the floral store of the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc. by clicking here.

Cora “Coty” Lee Bonomo (1940-2025)

Cora “Coty” Lee Bonomo, 85, of Patterson Township, passed away on October 10th, 2025 at Cambridge Village in Beaver Falls. She was born in Rochester on January 20th, 1940, a daughter of the late Herman and Ina (Ifft) Edge. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Donald “Tony” A. Bonomo. She is survived by her son, Anthony Bonomo, her granddaughter, Eliana Bonomo, her sisters, Marleen (Robert) Basinger and Betty Halavanja, along with numerous great nieces, nephews, and friends.
Cora was a devoted member of Champion Life Church in Darlington who volunteered within their children’s ministry. She was a committed follower of Christ who was renowned for her strong faith and leading others to know Jesus. She was also the supervising secretary for the Beaver Falls Highschool athletics. She was known for having an eye for fashion and beauty. She loved cats, horses, and horseback riding.
Friends will be received on Wednesday, October 15th from 2 P.M. until the time of service at 7 P.M. in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, Inc, 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of her arrangements. Pastor Thomas P. Bonomo will officiate. In accordance with her wishes, she will be cremated following services.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Cora’s name can be made to Champion Life Church, 3357 Constitution Blvd, Darlington, PA 16115.

Ronald J. Donnelly (1943-2025)

Ronald J. Donnelly, 82, of Daugherty Township, passed away unexpectedly on October 9th, 2025 at Heritage Valley Beaver.

He was born in Rochester on March 22nd, 1943, a son of the late John E. and Anna (Huber) Donnelly. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 60 years, Marilynne (Kauffman) Donnelly, his daughter and pride and joy, Chrysanne (Jeffrey) Corsetti, his siblings, John E. “Mickey” Donnelly, Arlene Hiltz and William J. “Joe” Donnelly and many nieces, nephews, and friends who loved him very much.

Ronald was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps and had worked at Babcock & Wilcox as a ladle liner. He also worked at both Beaver Valley Country Club in Patterson Heights and Providence Health and Rehabilitation Center in Beaver Falls. In his free time, he enjoyed tinkering with his hot rod, playing dominoes with his family and attending car cruises.

In accordance with his wishes, Ronald will be cremated and a memorial service will be planned for a later date.

Memorial contributions in Ronald’s honor may be made to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001, or the Daugherty Township Volunteer Fire Department, 4198 Marion Hill Road, New Brighton, PA 15066.

The GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, was honored to provide care and guidance to Ronald’s family during this time and was in charge of his arrangements.

Larry Paul Fowler (1950-2025)

Larry Paul Fowler, 75, of Industry, passed away on October 8th, 2025.

He was born in Ocilla, Georgia on February 14th, 1950, a son of the late Quincey and Florence Rime Fowler. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Arron Paul Fowler and his niece, Rochelle Varnadore. He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Marie, his children, Anthony Fowler of Midland, Marsha Fowler of Beaver Falls and Tina Fowler of Sharon, Pennsylvania, his brothers, Wayne (Audrey) of Peach Tree City, Georgia, Donnie Fowler of Lake City, Georgia and Joe Fowler of Jacksonville, Florida, his grandchildren, Courtney Noel Fowler-Hall of New Galilee, Anthony Paul Fowler Jr. of Poland, Ohio, Staelyn Fowler of New Wilmington, Pennsylvania, Madison Richards of Midland, Saphira Fowler of Midland, Joceyln Chalmers of Aliquippa; as well as his nieces: Rhonda (Randall) McDonald of Waycross, Georgia, Rachel (Steve) Gilbert of Waycross, Georgia, Deana (Jason) Honesty of Wayne, Pennsylvania, Amy (Walter) Fletcher of Marietta, Georgia, his nephews, Joe Fowler of Waycross, Georgia, James Fowler of Jacksonville, Florida, Richard Watts of Waycross, Georgia, as well as numerous great nieces, great nephews, great-great nieces and great-great nephews.

Larry was a 1968 graduate of Waycross High School of Waycross, Georgia, and married the love of his life, Marie on June 28th, 1968. He was a faithful and longtime member of Fairview Reformed Presbyterian Church in Industry who serving as an Elder Emeritus, served on the Christian Education Committee and was a Beaver County Christian School Board Member. He was ordained as a deacon in 1984 at Fairview, and as an elder in 1988. He was also the Sunday School Superintendent, and a Sunday School Teacher. He also volunteered at Big Brother/Big Sister, Beaver County.

Friends will be received on Monday, October 13th from 11 a.m. until the time of service at 1 p.m. at his church, Fairview Reformed Presbyterian Church, 6366 Tuscarawas Road, Industry, conducted by his pastors, Rev. Richard Raines and Rev. Jeff Zehnder. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Larry’s name to the Christian Education Fund of Fairview Reformed Presbyterian Church, 6366 Tuscarawas Road, Industry, PA 15052.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Larry Paul Fowler, please visit the flower store of the Noll Funeral Home, Inc by clicking here.

James R. Pasarilla (1945-2025)

James R. Pasarilla, 79, formerly of Darlington, passed away on October 8th, 2025, while residing at Christian House Assisted Living in East Palestine, Ohio. He was born in Beaver Falls on December 9th, 1945, the son of the late James and Edna Schultz Pasarilla. He is survived by his children, James “Robbie” Pasarilla, Patricia Passehl and Stacey Anderson, his grandchildren, Cody and Lucas Passehl, Daniel and Thomas Anderson and his dear friends, Lorraine Fanze and Cindy Hupp.

James spent many years working as a custodian for the Blackhawk School District up until his retirement and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Beaver Falls.  There will be a visitation on Friday, October 17th from 10am-12 noon at Corless-Kunselman Funeral Services LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of his arrangements. A graveside service will also occur at 1 p.m. at the Little Beaver Cemetery, 1471 PA-351, Enon Valley. A procession to the Little Beaver Cemetery will also happen before the graveside service starts.

Ruth Elaine Greene Mills (1950-2025)

Ruth Elaine Greene Mills, 75, of Hopewell Township, passed away peacefully on October 7th, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Indiana, Pennsylvania on March 25th, 1950, a daughter of the late Olive Hess Greene and Russell Greene. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Vivian Nestic and Gertrude Fike, her children’s father, Charles Mills and several nieces and nephews. She is survived by her loving daughters, Lori Mills and Brenda Baldwin (Brandon), her cherished grandchildren: Jordan Little, Kiley Baldwin, Aiden Baldwin, and Hunter Baldwin; as well as her nephews she helped to raise, Bob Worden and Tim Worden (Melissa), her two sisters, Marion (Mike) Shotter and Ethel (Rich) Babinec, three brothers, Robert Greene, John (Michelle) Greene and James Greene and her long time friend, Rich Mitro.

Ruth’s legacy lives on in their lives, in her art, and in the countless hearts she touched. Ruth spent her life grounded in faith, family, and creativity. She was a gifted artist who expressed her talent across a variety of mediums, pouring beauty and meaning into every piece she created. Whether through brushstroke, sewing, or craft, her art reflected not only her immense skill but also her deep faith and desire to uplift others. She excelled in other career paths as well, advancing to managerial positions as a certified diamontologist and in retail stores.

Ruth loved Jesus and Mary with all her heart and lived her life as a witness to God’s grace and love. Her greatest wish was to lead others closer to God, and she did so not only through words, but through the way she lived: full of generosity, compassion, and strength. She dedicated much of her time to charity work as a member of the Ladies of Charity and the Daughters of Jerusalem, and as an Associate of Divine Providence. Even in illness, she fought hard to live, inspiring all who knew her with her bravery, determination, and unwavering faith. She passed from this life surrounded by the love of her devoted family.

Friends will be received on Sunday, October 12th, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at SIMPSON FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where prayers will be offered on Monday, October at 9:30 a.m. followed by a  Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Church, 1409 Pennsylvania Avenue, Monaca. Father Celestine Xu will be the celebrant. Interment will follow in Sewickley Cemetery, 501 Hopkins Street, Sewickley.

To  leave an online condolence, view her video tribute, add photos or get directions, please visit www.simpsonfuneralhome.com.

Winona Jean Bills (1935-2025)

Winona Jean Bills, 89, of New Sewickley Township, passed away at her home on October 7th, 2025. She was born in New Galilee, Pennsylvania on November 3rd, 1935, the daughter of the late Carl and Viola Myers McCoy. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oliver E. Bills Sr., (1989), as well as one daughter and son-in-law, Michelle E. and Robert Sutter, and one son, Carl A. “Andy” Bills. She is survived by one son, Oliver E. “Pete” Bills, Jr., of New Sewickley Township, with whom she lived, four grandchildren: Andy R. and his wife, Nicole Bills of Rochester, Kayla Marie Bills and her companion, Shawn, of New Brighton, Josha J. and his wife, Ashley Inman of Patterson Township, and Hunter Shayne of New Brighton; as well as five great-grandchildren: Laura, Nathan, Jayda, Malea, and Jensen; along with one great-great-grandson, Onyx, one sister and brother-in-law, Stacy L. and Mike Hinzman of Brighton Township, a special niece and nephew, Jacob C. Poling of Ambridge and Misti Amber Pumphrey, of Beaver Falls, as well as several other nieces and nephews.

Winona was Methodist by faith. She was also a retired former employee with Big Lots of East Rochester and was a former member of the F.O.E. Club of Freedom.

The family will receive friends on Monday, October 13th, from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. at the William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester, who was in charge of her arrangements and where a service will follow, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Pastor Jason Gabauer will officiate the service. A private interment will take place at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester.

Family wishes memorial contributions be made to St. Jude Children Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105.

Samuel H. “Sam” Sozio (1941-2025)

Samuel H. “Sam” Sozio, 84, of Ohioville, passed away on October 8th, 2025, with his family at his side.

He was born on September 18th, 1941, a son of the late Adam and Dorothy Sozio. He is survived by his wife of 57-years, Betty Matthews Sozio, his son, Samuel J. Sozio, his daughter, Elissa (James) Tanner, his grandsons, Jonah (Nikita Langnecker) Tanner and Jacob Tanner, his granddaughters, Jaime and Sarah Tanner and great-grandchildren, Maria, Atticus and Theo.

Samuel graduated from the former Lincoln High School in Midland and Geneva College in Beaver Falls. He was a proud veteran of the U. S. Army, going on to work as an accountant for Crucible Steel of Midland. He later worked for the Pennsylvania State Departments of Welfare and Insurance as a financial examiner and auditor. He was a member of St. Augustine Parish, St. Blaise Catholic Church of Midland and the Knights of Columbus Council of Midland. He was an outgoing person who enjoyed helping with various church activities, attending Steeler games, and bowling with his friends. He especially loved being with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Sam will be very much missed by his family.

Friends will be received on Sunday, October 12th, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. in the Schwerha-Noll Funeral Home, 629 Midland Avenue, Midland, who was in charge of his arrangements. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, October 13th, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Blaise Church, 772 Ohio Avenue, Midland. Interment will take place at Beaver Cemetery, Buffalo Street, Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Samuel H. “Sam” Sozio, please visit the flower store of the Noll Funeral Home, Inc by clicking here.