Flora S. Hetrick, 91, of North Sewickley Township, passed away on September 18, 2024, at her residence, surrounded by family.

She was born on March 22, 1933, in Pinecreek, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late Lon and Margaret Mottern Stormer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Bruce A. Hetrick, two sisters, and five brothers.

She is survived by two daughters, Cindy (Bill) Cotherman of North Sewickley and Lori (David) Wright of North Sewickley; three grandchildren, Carol (Brian) Sprinker of Chippewa, Bryan (Stefanie) Wright of Chippewa and Luke (Andrea) Wright of Charleston, South Carolina and six great-grandchildren, Stella and Will Wright, Max and Levi Bruce Sprinker, and Scarlett and Ellie Alden Wright.

Flora was a devoted homemaker who found joy in the simple pleasures of life. Her love for quilting, baking, and gardening was only surpassed by her love for her family. She was a steadfast participant of the Concord Church, where her faith was nurtured and strengthened.

In accordance with Flora’s wishes, all services were private.

Professional services were entrusted to CORLESS-KUNSELMAN FUNERAL SERVICES, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls.

Howard R. Begley II, 81, of Vanport, formerly of Rochester, passed away on September 15, 2024.

He was born on October 20, 1942 in Rochester, a son of Howard Begley and Elizabeth (Betty) Strobel Begley. He is survived by longtime friends and caregivers Bonnie and Jim Dinsmore and family and Bob and Jane Hawthorne and family; sisters, Betty (Ted) Beitsch-Highland, Karen (Jim) Retzer and Sherrie (Chris) Sherren; nieces and nephews, Lisa, Christine, Jamie, Jennifer and Chris; loving cousin, Gayle Verrico; special caregiver, Sandy Platz and numerous other friends and relatives.

Howard graduated from Rochester High School and Penn State University. He was a retired Hearing Officer for the Beaver County Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations department, attended St. Cecilia Church and was a former member of Rochester Borough Council and former President of Rochester Library.

Special thanks is given to Gallagher Home Health Services, Darcie Faller and Jenn Cunningham, as well as Dr. Brian Everhart for their wonderful care given to Howard.

Per Howard’s request, there will be no visitation or services held. Professional arrangements have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

Lawrence J. DeDominicis, 81, of Freedom, passed away on September 16, 2024 with his family by his side in Heritage Valley Sewickley.  He was born on September 30, 1942, a son of the late Anthony and Angeline DeDominicis. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 6 siblings: Thomas, Toni, Richard, John, Anetta, and Agnes;  and a grandson, Zachary Lawrence DeDominicis.  

He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Agnes (Wichryk) DeDominicis, 5 children: Jeffrey & Janet DeDominicis, Christopher & Kim DeDominicis, Greg & Joya DeDominicis, Michele & Terry Bourne, and Patrick & Pam DeDominicis, 9 grandchildren: Mckenzie, Logan, Anthony (Jaimie), Lexi,  Nikolas, Vincent, Ryan,  Roman DeDominicis, and Domenique Bourne, 5 great grandchildren: Arianna, Angela, Tanner, Sienna, and Joey, and 3 sisters: Janice (Jim) Sarver, Joyce Porter and Joanne Flook. 

Lawrence was a retired construction worker with the Local 833 Labor Union. He was an US Airforce veteran. He loved to hunt, camp and especially go fishing as an avid outdoorsman. He loved to fish and enjoyed spending time in his Jigs and Rigs shop making lures. He loved his family and friends more than anything else, as well as being able to cook for everyone especially on holidays.  

A Memorial Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 28 in St. Felix Roman Catholic Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to the branch of Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services. 

Richard T. Kelleher, 87, of New Sewickley Township passed away on September 16, 2024 in Lakeview Personal Care Home of Darlington. He was born on October 1, 1936 in Allegheny County, the son of the late Richard T. and Catherine McCullen Kelleher. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Marlene B. (Braun) Kelleher, one daughter and son-in-law, Karen Ann and Gregg Rappaport of Sarasota, Florida, one son and daughter-in-law, Retired Master Sergeant Richard A. and Valentina Kelleher of Kansas City, Missouri, one grandson, Alex Rappaport of Sarasota, Florida, one granddaughter, Madison Kelleher of Kansas City, Missouri, a great-granddaughter, Lyra Rappaport of Sarasota, Florida and two sisters, Rita Jones of Mars and Betty Hewitt of Monaca, one brother Frederick F. Kelleher of New Sewickley Township, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was a retired employee of Valvoline Oil of Freedom. He was a member of New Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church of Economy Borough. He was an Army veteran during the Vietnam War, member of the Freedom American Legion Post 348. He was an avid fisherman and an avid bowler and was the captain of a Baden Bowling League. Friends will be received on Monday, September 23rd from 2-6 P.M., and then a service will be held at 6:30 P.M. in the William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester. The service will be presided by his pastor, Rev. Martin Galbraith with interment following at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park. The family wishes memorial contributions to be made to a favorite charity of choice.

Joseph M. Wilhelm, 81, of Baden, passed away on September 16, 2024. He was born on January 3, 1943. He is survived by his cherished wife of 42 years, Jayne Wilhelm, his children, Joseph Michael Seth Wilhelm, Julie Lynn DaSilva, Michelle Lynn Haney, and Jenniffer Lynn Mehrhof, his step-children, Daniel Rohde and Dana Pettis, and numerous grandchildren. Joseph proudly served in the United States Air Force and was known for his many skills and trades. He had a deep love for sports, especially golf, but his greatest joy came from spending time with his grandchildren. In accordance with his wishes, services will be private. Arrangements have been entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge.

Nancy Marie Danylo, 73, formerly of Monaca, passed away on September 15, 2024 at Good Samaritan Hospice.

She was preceded in death by her mother Shirley Jean Werthman, her brother Donn Kelley, and her niece Kristi Lewarchik. She is survived by her father, Charles Werthman, her children, Jennifer Healy and Susan Danylo-Musta, her husband, Patrick, and her siblings: Cindy (Geno) Symborski, Dody (Mike) Lewarchik, Chuck Werthman and Donna Jean Beaner Werthman. She was also survived by her cousin, Norma Jean Simpson whom she considered as a sister, and her many nieces and nephews, all of whom she adored.

Nancy’s role as a mother was paramount in her life. Her daughters, Jennifer and Susan were the pride of her existence and her grandchildren, Seth and Kaden, were the sparkle in her eye.

A trailblazer in her own right, Nancy was one of the first women laborers at J & L Steel.

Known for her down-to-earth nature and outspoken personality, Nancy never hesitated to express her genuine opinions. She was the heart and soul of family gatherings, often the one to organize events.

Nancy’s kind heartedness was as natural as her smile, and she never sought recognition for her good deeds. She was a great homemaker, always putting her family first and extending her love to her friends, who she cherished deeply.

Leisurely pursuits brought Nancy much joy, from playing cards with friends to catching the latest film at the cinema. She held a special fondness for spontaneous trips, whether it was a quick getaway to Florida or a visit to Erie.

She was also a member of the Monaca United Methodist Church.

The family has chosen a private memorial service. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca.

To share online condolences, view Nancy’s video tribute, add photos or get directions, please visit www.simpsonfuneralhome.com.

Mary Ann (Psik) Snajd, 98, of Kaysville, Utah, passed away on September 12, 2024, in Bountiful, Utah with family and friends by her side.

She was born on May 15, 1926, in Beaver Falls, the daughter of the late George and Mary (Hornacek) Psik. She was preceded in death by her husband, George J. Snajd, a son, Stanley F. Snajd and a brother, John G. Psik. She is survived by her son and his wife, Paul and Stephanie (Bodily) Snajd of Galena, Ohio and daughter and her husband, Vera and Mike McCloy and three grandsons, Connor McCloy, Matthew McCloy and Jake McCloy, all of Kaysville, Utah.

She married George Jaroslav Snajd in 1955 and was a homemaker, formerly employed at the B&W Tubular Products Company and John T. Reeves Insurance Agency. While in Pennsylvania, she was a member of St. Philomena Roman Catholic Church, Czechoslovak Society of America (CSA), former Lodge Moravian #274, serving as secretary for 20 years, and the Confraternity of Christian Mothers. Upon moving to Utah in 2011, she joined St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church.

Mary Ann always loved music. She learned to play accordion, clarinet, and saxophone. She continued to play the accordion into her retirement years. She sang with two church choirs, St. Philomena, and Holy Trinity. She could whistle “Stars and Stripes Forever” expertly. It wasn’t unusual to have a car full of singing when we went on road trips.

Family gatherings were a special time for Mary Ann. She was an excellent cook and baker and hosted many family and friend gatherings. She was famous for pulling something out of the freezer when an unexpected guest came to visit.

Mary Ann spoke and wrote the Czech language which facilitated communication with relatives in the Czech Republic. She was able to travel to the Czech Republic and Slovakia and meet relatives during a visit there in 2008.

Mary Ann loved spending time with her children and grandchildren, and she would always ask about their whereabouts if they weren’t near. Mary Ann’s time around the table talking, eating, and playing games was the highlight.

A service will be held at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Cemetery Chapel, Darlington Road, Beaver Falls, at 12:30 P.M. on Friday, September 20.

A memorial service will be held in Utah at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, because Mary Ann loved family and service, please find time to spend with your family or provide a loving act of service.

Norma J. Ross, 91, of Beaver, passed away with her girls by her side on September 16, 2024.

She was born on May 29, 1933 in Irondale, Ohio, a daughter of the late Lewis and Blanche Glenn Crawford. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Anthony Ross, Jr., whom she married on August 21, 1954.

She is survived by her daughters, Becky (Gene) Martucci, Betty (Rick) Michaels, and Brenda (Pete) Vojnovich; grandchildren, Katy (Rick) Kerr, Rachel (Antoine) Pharr, Lindsay (Erik) Staack Christensen, Thomas (Ashton) Catracchia, and Nicholas Vojnovich and his girlfriend, Brittany; along with great-grandchildren, Naima, Neveah, Ariana, Colin, Easton and Isabella.

Norma had a thirst for learning, obtaining her GED at the age of 40, going on to attend CCBC to earn her Licensed Practical Nursing degree and graduating in the top ten in her class. She began a long career working at Heritage Valley, Beaver and a few local nursing homes. In her spare time, Norma loved to read, garden, travel, especially to the beach, cheer on the Steelers, and listen to country music. She took great pride in her family, her grandchildren in particular, attending many picnics, family gatherings, and holidays.

Norma faithfully attended Christian Missionary Alliance Church, where she served as a youth leader, Sunday school teacher and choir leader. She read her Bible daily and enjoyed old gospel hymns.

Friends will be received on Thursday, September 19 from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. in the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third St., Beaver, where a service will take place on Friday, September 20 at 11 a.m. Interment will take place at Beaver Cemetery. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

Gerard (Gerry) Gloekler, 64, passed away on September 15, 2024 after a courageous 21-month battle with pancreatic cancer.
He was born in Pittsburgh on February 3, 1960, the youngest child of the late John (Jack) and Elizebeth (Betty) Gloekler. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers-in-law Fred Heid and Jeff Murrin. He is survived by his wife Susan, daughter, Catherine, sisters, Mary Kay (Ron) Hill and Ann Heid, sister-in-law Anita Prunty (Larry), and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was born in Pittsburgh then spent most of his life living in Beaver. He graduated from Beaver Area High School in 1978 and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Penn West University (formerly Clarion State College). Gerry began his career in sales before transitioning to banking. He spent the last 13 years of his professional life at First National Bank.
He was a dedicated member of his community. Gerry actively participated in various organizations over the years including, the Beaver Area Jaycees, the Rotary Club of Beaver, the Beaver Area Education Foundation, and more recently he served on the Board of Directors of the Beaver County Transit Authority. He was also a former student and instructor for the Dale Carnegie Course. He was an active member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish.
Friends will be received on Friday, September 20, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. in the Noll Funeral Home, 333 Third Street, Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, September 21, at 10:30 A.M. at Our Lady of the Valley Parish in Beaver. Interment will be at Beaver Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Saints Peter and Paul School Angel Fund or a charity of choice.
A special thank you goes to his family and friends who showed much love and support. Thanks also go out to Hillman Cancer Center of Pittsburgh, the Beaver satellite location and Good Samaritan Hospice.