Jennifer L. Davies Barnard, 50, of Center Township, passed away on September 6th, 2025, at UPMC Montefiore Hospital in Pittsburgh after a long battle with an illness.

Jennifer was raised in Center Township (Stobo) and was a graduate of Center Area High School. She began her career at GNC in Leetsdale. It was there that she met the love of her life, David C. Barnard, Jr. The couple married in November of 1995 and shared a beautiful journey together until David’s passing on October 7th, 2019.

Jennifer later channeled her hardworking nature into the hospitality industry, serving as a waitress at several different restaurants at the Pittsburgh International Airport.

Family was the cornerstone of Jennifer’s world. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Ronald L. and Johanna L. Gillin Davies, her cherished husband, David, her brothers, Ronald D. Davies and David “Buck” Davies and her sister-in-law Debra Ann Davies. Her legacy continues through her loving children, Ian, Ryan, and Alexis Barnard, who will forever be inspired by her optimism and resilience. Jennifer is also survived by her siblings, Michael and Jimmy Davies, Lori (Walter) Reynolds, and Joni (John) Vetterly, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She and David relished the times spent watching cooking shows on the Food Network. She was a loyal Pittsburgh Penguins fan and her enthusiasm for her team was as steadfast as her support for her loved ones. She found solace in the beaches of St. Petersburg, Florida, where she vacationed.

Her artistic nature was another facet of her personality. Jennifer had the ability to draw and paint, capturing the beauty of the world as she saw it.

Jennifer’s journey through life was marked by her indomitable spirit. Even in the face of illness, she remained vigilant, never allowing it to dim her bright outlook. Those who knew her will remember Jennifer as the nicest person, one who uplifted others with her unwavering positivity.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, September 14th from 2-6 P.M. with a service to follow at the SIMPSON FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, who was in charge of her arrangements.

Samuel “Sam” Clifford Bevington, 64, of Darlington, passed away on September 7th, 2025 at Providence Health and Rehabilitation Center of Beaver Falls.

He was born in New Brighton on March 6th, 1961, a son of the late Donald and Nancy (Stone) Bevington, Sr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 44 years, Mary Jo Bevington, his in-laws, Richard and Donna Straub, and an infant daughter Sarah Marie Bevington. He is survived by his three children, Angela (Bill) Ringling, Kristy (Greg Conaway) Bevington and Daniel Bevington, four grandchildren: Alivia Ringling, Sam Ringling, Billy Ringling and Mia Hobbs; as well as his siblings: Don (Toni) Bevington, Bob (Bonnie) Bevington, Sue (Bill) Brown, and Sandy (Jim) Feezle; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Samuel and his wife began their own company, Bevington Trucking in 1998 which he worked at for over 20 years. In his later years, he enjoyed helping his son with his tree trimming business called Treeworx. He loved hunting and going to camp with his loved ones. He found joy raising cattle, playing cards, and cooking over the campfire for his family. He also adored spending time with his grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Friends will be received  on Friday, September 12th from 4 P.M. to 7 P.M. in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, Inc. 117 Blackhawk Road Beaver Falls, who was in charge of his arrangements. A luncheon following visitation will be announced by the family.

Private interment will take place at Duff Cemetery, 293 East Palestine Road, Darlington.

Carol Ann Matthews, 82, of Independence Township, passed away on September 6th, 2025.

She was born in Rochester on July 5th, 1943, a daughter of the late Samuel and Mary Ellen (Riley) Jones. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Charles Robert “Chuck” Matthews and a son-in-law, Tom Polster. She is survived by her four daughters: Christine (Dan) McLaughlin, Suzanne (Dennis) Rich, Colleen (Mike) Matthews, and Michelle Polster; as well as her grandchildren: Brandon, Zackery, Madison (Chad), Thomas, Jonathan, Luc (Kristine), and Joshua; along with a great-granddaughter, Maci, her sister, Susan Jones, a sister-in-law, Linda Matthews and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Carol was a member of Prince of Peace Anglican Church of Aliquippa. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was an excellent cook who enjoyed spending time working on the flowers in her yard.

In accordance with Carol’s wishes, she will be cremated.

A joint Celebration of the lives of Carol and her late husband Charles will be held at Prince of Peace Anglican Church, 1314 Gringo Road, Aliquippa at a later date.

The GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, was honored to care for the Matthews family during this most difficult time and the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls was in charge of Carol’s arrangements.

Joseph S. Moritz Jr., 73, of Brighton Township, passed away on September 6th, 2025 at his home while surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Rochester on July 15th, 1952, the son of the late Joseph S. Sr. and Marylou Pratte Moritz. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Nancy Jo Burchett Moritz, two sons and daughters-in-law and three daughters and sons-in-law: Dr. Joseph S. III and Natalie Moritz, of Dillinger, Pennsylvania, Katy J. and Bill Mittica-Cunningham, Michelle J. and Rudolf Diesing, all of Brighton Township, Nicole J. and Andy Smith, of Indiana Township, Pennsylvania, and John J. and Kristin, of Brighton Township; as well as ten grandchildren: Joe Henry and Sam Moritz, Josey and Roland Moritz, Dominic and Michael Mittica, Rudolf and Mason Diesing, Jonah and Luke Smith; along with a sister and brother-in-law, Debbie and Rick Hughes of Brighton Township, a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Jennifer and William Penny of Rochester, as well as several nieces and nephews. Joseph was a retired electrician with the former St. Joe Zinc Corporation and also retired from LTV Steel of Aliquippa. He was a U.S. Army Veteran during the Vietnam War and a member of Saints Peter and Paul Roman Catholic Church of Beaver, part of Our Lady Of The Valley Parish. He found his greatest joy in the simple things: being outdoors, hunting, fishing, and working on projects in his garage. Whether building something with his hands or sharing a laugh with family, he poured his heart into everything he did. Above all, his family was the most important part of his life and he leaves behind a legacy of love, strength and devotion that will forever be cherished. A private family gathering for Joseph will be held on Friday, September 12th, at the William Murphy Funeral Home Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester, who was in charge of his arrangements and where a blessing service will follow that service. Officiating will be Father Howard Campbell. Interment will be in St. Cecilia Cemetery, 761 Allendale Road, New Brighton. The family wishes memorial contributions be made to the New Horizon School PTO, 128 Friendship Circle, Beaver, PA 15009 in honor of his grandson, Dominic.

Sally Jean Ozenich, 63, of Daugherty Township, passed away peacefully on September 5th, 2025 surrounded by her husband, children and loved ones. She was born in Rochester on November 3rd, 1961, a daughter of the late Eugene and Helen Bailey. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three siblings: William Bailey, Janet Carpenter and James “Butch” Bailey. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Ozenich; her 4 beloved children: Shawn (Sara) Bailey, Steven (Stephanie) McCracken, Lisa Ozenich, and Samantha (Thomas) Carter; as well as thirteen grandchildren: Savannah, Cadence, Ariana, Brantley, & Danika Bailey, Hunter, Easton & Kaylee McCracken, Luke Fisher, Theodore & Elliott Bowser, and Jameson & Landon Carter; along with seven siblings: Carol Deluigi, Kathryn Aronhalt, Bonnie McCulloch, Gary, Eugene “Junior”, Joseph, and James “Butch”  Bailey; as well as her brothers and sisters -in-law: Judy Ozenich, Richard (Intok) Ozenich, Mary (George) Strother, and Charles (Chris) Ozenich. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and close friends. Sally loved her family, loved spending time with them especially having them all together for gatherings. She enjoyed flower gardening and just spending time in nature.  Sally was an animal lover especially birds and cats. She was able to fight and win her battle with colorectal cancer. She was an amazing mother, grandmother, wife, sister and friend and will be missed by all who loved her.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, September 10th from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. in the Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Rochester, 502 Adams Street, Rochester, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where a funeral service will be held on Thursday, September 11th at 11 a.m.  Interment will follow in Irvin Cemetery, 9 Kay Street, Rochester.

Nicholas Yardich, Jr., 89, of Merritt Island, Florida, passed away on August 30th, 2025 at his residence. He was born in Aliquippa on December 1st, 1935, the son of the late Nicholas and Margaret Barna Yardich, Sr. Nicholas was a veteran of both the Navy and the U.S. Air Force. There will be a Graveside Blessing Service with Military Honors at Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery Chapel, 2186 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, on Friday, September 19th at 11:00 a.m. Professional services and arrangements were entrusted to Corless-Matter Funeral Home & Cremation Services, LLC, 1133 Church Street, Ambridge.

Dayna M. Klinesmith, 84, of Hopewell, formerly of Rochester Township, passed away on September 6th, 2025, in Villa St. Joseph of Baden. She was born in Sewickley on June 7th, 1941, the daughter of the late John and Emma Hacker Rabassi. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John A. Klinesmith, as well as two brothers, Jack and Dale Rabassi. She is survived by her beloved friend, Robert Zdilia, of Hopewell, as well as one daughter and son-in-law, Susan K. and Donald Wright, of Hopewell, one son and daughter-in-law, J. Eric and Nicole Klinesmith, of San Angelo, Texas, four grandchildren, Emily S. Wright of Pittsburgh, Rebecca B. Hartman and her husband A.J., of Pittsburgh, Tyler J. Klinesmith and Madison A. Klinesmith, both of San Angelo, Texas, and a sister-in-law, Katherine Rabassi, of North Fort Myers, Florida.

Dayna was a retired human resources manager with the former Sears and Roebuck company at the Beaver Valley Mall. She was a member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church of Rochester, where she was a volunteer with the youth organizations, a member of the women’s bible study, a door greeter, and a member of Senior Fellowship. She was a former volunteer with the McGuire Memorial Home in New Brighton, where she loved working with the children. Friends will be received on Wednesday, September 10th, from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the William Murphy Funeral Home Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester. Services will be held on Thursday, September 11th at 11 a.m., in the Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 393 Adams Street, Rochester. Friends are requested to meet at the church. Officiating will be her pastor, Reverend Greggory S. Clagg. Interment will be held in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester. The family wishes memorial contributions be made to the Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 393 Adams Street, Rochester, PA 15074.

Milan Postich, 89, of Industry, passed away on September 5th, 2025 at Heritage Valley Beaver.

He was born in East Liverpool, Ohio on January 27th, 1936, a son of the late Joseph and Pauline Baich Postich. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Samuel and George Postich and his sister, Dorothy Postich Corak. He will be greatly missed by his beloved wife of 68 years, Regina R. Pichardo Postich, his daughters, Roberta (Bob) Hamilton and Cynthia (Gary) Craig, his grandchildren, David (Angela) Hamilton, Andrew (Jacque) Craig, and Nicholas Craig, along with his great-grandchildren, Luca and Grace Hamilton.

Milan was a proud veteran of the U. S. Air Force who went on to continue his education, earning an Associate Degree. He worked as a sale manager for Prudential Insurance, later, opening his own agency, Postich-Hamilton Insurance in Midland. He also owned Gina’s Children’s Boutique and Selective Furnishings. He was also a faithful member of St. George Serbian Orthodox Church, Midland and the Masons.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, September 10th from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. in the Schwerha-Noll Funeral Home, 629 Midland Avenue, Midland, who was in charge of his arrangements. A funeral service for Milan will take place on Thursday, September 11th at 11:30 a.m. at St. George Serbian Orthodox Church, 30 10th Street, Midland. Milan will be laid to rest at the Beaver Cemetery Mausoleum, Buffalo Street, Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

Nancy J. “Nanny” Norton, 86, of Pulaski Township, passed away on September 7th, 2025.

She was born in New Brighton on December 19th, 1938, the daughter of the late Lloyd R. and Bess (McCullough) Philips. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Norton, Jr., a brother, Robert “Ears” Philips and her niece, Judy Rose. Nanny is survived by her children: Dana, Donald, Scotty (Kimberly) and Robin (Kenny); as well as four grandchildren: Kyle, Dustin, Ryan and Chelsey; along with five great grandchildren, Eli, Christopher, Alex, Ella, Jaxon and one on the way and her nephew, Robert “Flip” Philips. Nancy was a proud retiree of New Brighton Elementary School, where she worked in the cafeteria for over 40 years. She brought warmth and kindness to the students and staff every day. In her free time, she enjoyed playing bingo, visiting the casino and was an enthusiastic member of her local bunco club. She also liked country music and the Game Show Network. Above all, Nanny cherished her family: her greatest joy came from spending time with her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

No services will be held for Nancy. Arrangements have been entrusted to the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton.

She will be buried at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester with her husband, Harry Norton, Jr.

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