John Scott MacMillan, 65, of White Twp., passed away Friday, February 23, 2024, in Heritage Valley-Beaver.

Born October 1, 1958 in South Bend, Indiana, he was the son of John (Darlene) MacMillan and the late Charlotte (Morris) MacMillan.

In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by a brother, Joseph Rothey; and an aunt, Patricia (Troy) Wilhelm.

In addition to his father, he is survived by his wife, Kimberly Sodders; his children, Sarah MacMillan, Rachel (Monica) MacMillan, Brandon McDaniels and Autumn (Henry) Potts; his grandchildren, Matthew Nunn, Jr., Aden Clark, Adeline Clark and Samuel Stephenson; his sisters, Shelly (Bruce) Miller and Mila Mason; his brothers, Eric (Danielle) Beasley and Mike (Kim) MacMillan; nieces and nephews, April, Kipp, Zelphia, Mary Grace, Garrett, Rainey, Delaney, Nolan, Scarlett Rose, and Madeline; cousins, Tracy Wilhelm, Karla Martin, and David Tur-Beville; and his two closest friends, Dave Gibson and Derek Fairley; countless friends, colleagues, and associates too vast to name.

Scott was one of a kind and loved by every soul he touched.

A Memorial Service honoring Scott’s life will be held on Saturday, March 9^th at 11AM at North Way Christian Community, 300 Brighton Ave., Suite 101, Rochester, PA 15074, above Giant Eagle.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in John’s name to Tunnel to Towers Foundation- 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306.

The GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES (Branch), 340 Third Street, Beaver, was honored to provide care and guidance to Scott’s family during this time.

Maude Williams, 97, of Hopewell Twp., passed away on February 25, 2024. She was born in Aliquippa on November 11, 1926, a daughter of the late Henry and Cecilia (Lockhart) Williams.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Raymond C. Williams (2006), her siblings, Harry, John and Mary, and a grandson, Garrett Williams.

She is survived by her children, Deborah Calderone, Scott Williams (Teresa) and James Williams; her grandchildren, Adam Calderone (Carissa) and Sabrina Williams; great grandchildren, Violet, Luke and Landyn.

After a brief employment, Maude became a devoted mother. Family first was most important to her. Over the years she attended many games, and events her children participated in. She also enjoyed playing cards, bowling, trips to Florida and her beloved dog, Abbey. Maude was a loyal member of the Ohio U.P. church for over 70 years.

All services will be private. Arrangements by the Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc of Aliquippa (2345 Mill St.)

Memorial contributions may be made to the Ohio U.P. Church or to the Shriners Hospital.

Frederick “Fred” Dettinger (Pap), 89, of Beaver Falls, passed away in his home on Tuesday, February 27, 2024.  The proud son of a coal miner, Fred was 3 days shy of his 90^th birthday.

Born on March 2, 1934, in North Sewickley Township, he was the son of the late Bill and Martha (Beck) Dettinger.  In addition to his parents, Fred was preceded in death by his brother, Chalmers “Shorty” Dettinger, an infant sister, and his wife, Joyce (Ostrom) Dettinger, whom he was married for 66 years.

Fred is survived by his daughters, Dawn (Jack) Reda, Debbie (Ron) Atkinson; son, Bill (Devonna) Dettinger; grandchildren, Lori Reda, Brant Dettinger, Jamie (Mike) DeMarco, Jon (Cara) Atkinson, and Dane Dettinger; great-grandchildren, Elli DeMarco, Mikey DeMarco, Jace Atkinson, and Cooper Atkinson; brothers-in-law, Bob (Pam) Ostrom and Dave Ostrom; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Fred loved Pittsburgh sports, especially the Steelers.  He had a strong work ethic, having worked in construction, steel mills, and hauling coal for the family business, Dettinger Coal Yard, which he owned and operated until the age of 85.  Fred never really retired.  Staying busy was his passion and something he instilled in others.  He always found something to do; from gardening, remodeling, to helping anyone that needed a hand.  He belonged to the Local Union 833.

Friends will be received on Sunday, March 3^rd, from 1PM until the time of services at 3PM in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Chippewa Township, 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls.

Ann Morrison Au, 84, of Brighton Township, passed away February 26th, 2024 in the Good Samaritan Hospice Beaver. She was born September 26, 1939, in Easton, PA. Ann is the daughter of the late Harry and Grace Remaley Morrison. She was a retired employee with the Crayola Crayon Company, Easton, Pa. Anne is survived by her husband, John P. Au, one daughter and son in law, Linda M. and Wayne Parker, New Brighton, PA, and one son and daughter in law, Michael J. and Cynthia Au, of Bethlehem, PA, seven grandchildren; Christopher, Jeremy, Grace, Hope, Jonathan, Shayna, Amanda, and nine great grandchildren.
Ann’s wish was to be cremated. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to the William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc. 349 Adam St. Rochester, PA 15074. The family wishes memorial contribution be made to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Rd, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

Donna L. (Goss) Turner, of Coraopolis, passed away on February 25, 2024 in Good Samaritan Hospice at Heritage Valley Beaver.  She was born in Sewickley, the daughter of the late Merle “Peck” & Helen (Moy) Goss.

She is survived by her two daughters:  Tracey Turner Corso (Tim), Moon Twp. and Shannon Turner, FL.  She is also survived by her sister Beverly Hinzman (Dave), many nieces and nephews, cousins, her ex-husband John Turner, and many dear friends.

Donna worked at her daughter’s dental office for 27 years.  She loved to walk and do aerobics. She was a founding member of Abundant Grace Church West Hills, where her daughter is the Pastor.  She started a homeless ministry over 15 years ago, which serves those on the fringes in downtown Pittsburgh. She loved her daughters, her family, her friends, and her church family with a passion.  But more than that, she loved Jesus with her whole heart.  She lived her life for Him, like Him, and with Him.

Friends will be received on Friday, March 8 from 4-7 pm at Abundant Grace Church West Hills—1798 Brodhead Road, Crescent, PA 15046. The funeral will be Saturday, March 9 at 10:30 am, also at Abundant Grace Church. Private interment at Sharon Community Presbyterian Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Abundant Grace Church West Hills.

The Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Moon Twp. is in charge of arrangements.

Delbert O. Hague Jr., 80 of Rochester Township, passed away Saturday, February 24, 2024 in Alleghany General Hospital, Pittsburgh. He was born September 4th, 1943 in Rochester and is the son of the late Delbert O. Hague, Sr., and Edith Erickson Hague. He was a retired financial manager with Washington Financial Bank for 23 years in Washington, PA. Delbert worked in banking for over 50 years. He was a member of Oak Grove Lutheran Church, Sewickley Township, and loved restoring classic cars.
Delbert was preceded in death by his brother, Joe Hague and a nephew, Brian Hague.
Delbert is survived by his wife of 32 years, Janice K. Cypher Hague. Delbert is also survived by 3 sons and 2 daughters. Delbert J. Hague of Verona, PA, Darin Hague of Monaca, Andrew Leist of Hopewell, Kim Marshal of New Brighton, Dawna Leist, Rochester Township, 7 grandchildren; Christopher DeCanio, Cayleona Anderson both of New Brighton, John Leport and his wife Heather, Brandon Laport, all of Ohioville, Brooke Ann Leport of Rochester Township, Lance List of South Hills, Jason Leist of Ambridge, 2 great grandchildren, Aspen and Alayna, one brother, Ralph, and his wife Judy, a brother in law and sister in law Richard and Karen Cypher, three nieces, Tauna- Lynn, Mendi, Jodi, nephew Jason, and his canine companion, Alli.
Delbert’s wishes were to be cremated. Friends are invited to attend a memorial service which will be held at Oak Grove Lutheran church on Thursday, March 7th, 2024 at 11 a.m. Officiating will be Pastor Steve.
Arrangements have been entrusted to The William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc.,
349 Adams Street, Rochester, PA.

 

Terri Mable Cozart, 72, of White Township, died on Monday, February 26, 2024 in her home.

Born on March 26, 1951, in Buckhannon, WV, she was the daughter of the late George and Kathern (Freeman) Hinkle.

Terri had worked as a housekeeper at Heritage Valley – Beaver for many years.

She is survived by her children, Tawnya (John) Bonnett, Matthew Cozart, and Amanda Cozart; siblings, Martha (Robert) Dancer, Barbara Stewart, Larry Hinkle, Georgenia (Doug) Jones, and Estelle Hinkle; grandchildren, Emily Shafer, Nicholas Shafer, and Skylar Tharp; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Doris Hinkle, Nancy Brown, Karen Zombeck, and Ernest Hinkle.

In accordance with Terri’s wishes, she will be cremated and no services are being planned.

The GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Chippewa Twp., was honored to provide care and guidance to Terri’s family.

Deanna L. Shingleton, 54, of Economy Borough, passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024, at UPMC, North Hills Passavant, McCandless Township, after a hard fought battle with cancer. She was born on July 21, 1969, in Charleroi, PA to Cheryl (Huber) Blair of Charleroi and the late Timothy Blair. A 1987 graduate of Ringgold High School, Deanna furthered her education receiving her BS Degree in Chemistry from Duquesne University and went on to recieve her Masters Degree in Environmental Science. She was a former member of the Donora Golden Tamburitzans and performed locally, statewide and traveled worldwide to perform in many countries. Her passions in life, next to spending time with her husband and children, were riding motorcycles with the free spirit of the wind blowing in her hair and sitting around the campfire at Rocky Springs Campground in Mercer, PA. She loved the outdoors and traveling in her RV. Preceding her in death in addition to her father were her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Russell and Shirley Shingleton of Harmony Twp. and special aunt, Jodele Vandernitte. She leaves behind in addition to her mother, a loving husband of 26 years, William “Mike” Shingleton, two children, Elias Shingleton of Pittsburgh and Kyla Shingleton who lives at home and is a senior studying Regional Planning at IUP in Indiana, PA, stepchildren, Sara (George) Portoulas and Rebecca Shingleton and her husband, Jon Sciaretta, all of Baden, two grandchildren, Felicity Portoulas and Samuel Wawrykow, a sister, Kristin Blair, a brother, Timothy Blair, both of Charleroi, nephew, Declan Blair, her loving faithful four legged companion and friend, “Orbit” along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Visitation will take place on Friday from 2 PM until time of Celebration of Life Service at 7:30 PM in the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc. 833 Kennedy Dr. Ambridge. Interment will be private.

Joan Wright, 91, formerly of Bridgewater, passed away Sunday, February 25, 2024, at Rochester Manor.

In addition to her parents, Joan was predeceased by her husband Ralph Wright, daughter, Nancy George, son, Larry Wright, sisters, Patty Jean Rector and Alberta Mae Wright, and brothers, Daryl, Doyle, Richard “Dicky” and David Wright.

She is survived by her daughters, Marsha (Joe) Gallegos and Kathy Nicol, ten grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and other family members.

Born April 13, 1932, in Ravenswood, WV, she was a daughter of the late Clay and Georgia (Dillion) Rowley.  Joan was a former member of the Church of Christ, New Brighton.  She liked to pick clovers, violets and grew crimson and gold marigolds around her home.  She enjoyed going to her son’s football games and liked music, including “Let it Be” by The Beatles.  Joan was always quick with a witty quote such as, “Every day is Mother’s Day,” or “Live and Learn.”  She will be remembered for always being there for her family and friends, who she loved dearly.

Friends will be received Thursday from 4-7pm, in the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 3rd Ave, New Brighton, and Friday 10am until the time of service at 11am, with Pastor Donald MacNeil officiating.

Interment will follow at Grove Cemetery, New Brighton.

Jeanne C. Metzger, 82, of Rochester Township, passed away on February 24 at Providence Health Care Center, Beaver Falls. She was born December 7th, 1941 in Rochester. Jeanne is the daughter of the late Frederick H. and Virginia “Hartman” Shane. Jeanne was a retired teacher, and reading specialist, who loved tutoring her students for 40 years. Jeanne is a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Beaver, and a former member of the First Presbyterian Church, Rochester where for 50 combined years, taught Sunday school. She was a 1959 graduate of Rochester High School, where in her senior year was honored with being the May Queen. She received her B.S. degree in education from Geneva College, and her master’s degree as a reading specialist from Slippery Rock College. She was a former board member with the Child Evangelism Fellowship of Beaver County.
Jeanne is survived by her husband of 62 years Edwin S. Metzger III, son, Edwin S. Metzger of Rochester Township, and 2 daughters, Julia A Hines and her husband David of Cranberry Township, and Elizabeth A. (Betsy) Lewis and her husband Gregg of Mars PA, 7 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Jeanne was preceded in death by one brother and sister in law Richard M. and Judy A. Shane, and a sister in law and brother in law Kay and Joseph Lynch. Friends will be received Thursday from 4 – 7 in the William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc. 349 Adams St. Rochester, PA. Services will be held Friday at 10 am in the first Presbyterian Church Beaver. Officiating will be Reverend Ron Cepak. The family wishes memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation 1100 Liberty Ave Suite 201 Pittsburgh, PA 15222.