Anne L. Hetzler, 72, passed away on October 1, 2024.

She was born on October 4, 1951, the daughter of the late Charles E. Hetzler and Mary Gilchrist Hetzler. She is survived by her brother, Charles ‘Ed’ Hetzler, four cousins, Thomas Gilchrist, Jane Gilchrist, Douglas Gilchrist, Pamela Cagle, and her best friend Debbie Reed.

She was raised in Patterson Heights and was a graduate of Big Beaver Falls Area Senior High School, class of 1969. She was at Brighton Rehab and Wellness Center since 2017. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Beaver Falls.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, October 9 from 11 a.m. until the service at 1 p.m. in the Corless-Kunselman Funeral Home, 3801 Fourth Avenue, Beaver Falls with Rev. Dr. David Oyler officiating. Private interment will take place at Beaver Falls Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Carnegie Free Library, 1300 Seventh Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.

Linda Jane (DeCanio) Dambach, 77, of New Brighton, passed away on October 2, 2024 at Providence Care Center, Beaver Falls. 

She was born on November 22, 1946, in Pittsburgh, the daughter of the late Frank and Jane (Broccolo) DeCanio. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Frank DeCanio. 

She is survived by her children, Don (Kara) Yates, Renee (Brad) Fabyanic, and Jill Dambach, grandchildren: Brittney (Sean) O’Neill, Zach Yates, Noah Yates, Nick (Brittany) Fabyanic, Kyle (Kristin) Fabyanic, Michael Gutierrez, Diego Gutierrez, and Marco Gutierrez; great-grandson, Theodore Fabyanic, her nieces, Genelle and Marissa DeCanio and her nephews, Frank and Christopher DeCanio. 

Friends and family will be welcomed on Monday, October 7, from 5 p.m. until the time of the Memorial service at 7 p.m., in the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 3rd Ave, New Brighton, with Pastor Matt Reitz officiating. 

The family would also like to thank Providence Care Center and Gentiva Hospice for taking wonderful care of their mother. 

In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made in Linda’s name to Walk to End Alzheimer’s, www.alz.org/walk. 

Joseph S. Holoweiko, 59, of Wampum, passed away unexpectedly on October 1, 2024, at his residence.

He was born on April 17, 1965, in Beaver Falls, the son of the late Joseph and Nina Stanyard Holoweiko. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Barbara Davidson. He is survived by his wife, Kelly L. Thomas Holoweiko, son, Ryan (Chelsie) Holoweiko, daughter, Kristy (Brandon) Jones, four grandchildren, Jaxon and Alida Holoweiko, and Brayden and Braxton Jones, sister, Cynthia Cunningham, and his dog, Ruckus.

In his professional life, Joseph was a dedicated and hardworking individual, spending many years at Nova Chemicals, which is now, Styropeck.

Joseph loved fishing, but not as much as his love for his grandchildren. He enjoyed every second he got to spend with them. His pride for them was as evident as the smile that lit up his face every time he spoke of them, a testament to the love he held deep within his heart.

Joseph had an affinity not just for his family and fishing, but for wildlife. From deer to squirrels, his appreciation for Mother Nature’s creatures was profound. His cherished memories weren’t limited to nature alone. Adventures at Cedar Point, Six Flags, and Myrtle Beach were favorite pastimes.

Friends will be received on Saturday, October 5 from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. in CORLESS-KUNSELMAN FUNERAL SERVICES, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls. A service will also be held on Sunday, October 6th at 3 P.M. in the First Presbyterian Church, 252 College Avenue, Beaver. Pastor Jeff Arnold will officiate.

Interment will be private at Grandview Cemetery.

Victor A. Miller, 85, of Brighton Township, passed away on September 27, 2024 in his home.  He was born in Rochester on January 17, 1939, a son of the late Victor J. and Dorothy Miller. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Kathy Miller.

He is survived by his children, Michelle Doblinger, Stephen & Tia Miller, Karen & Eric Martin, and Victor Miller, 7 grandchildren: Boilin Miller, Anah Gilmore, Aubree Miller, Brody Miller, Madison Martin, Abigale Martin, and Nia Gallinal; and his sister Donna Gamble.

Victor was a U.S. Army Veteran serving in Korea. He was a retired pipe fitter and boiler maker from Nova Chemicals. While working, he was very active in the OCAW Union, holding the President office a few times. He loved to work with his hands, especially on cars and woodworking.

In accordance with Victor’s wishes, all services are private. Arrangements have been entrusted to the branch of Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Memorial contributions may be made to any Multiple Sclerosis Charity.

Roberto Alfonso Rocca, 42, of Midland, passed away on September 30, 2024.

He was born February 3, 1982 in Brighton Township, a son of Roberto and Marcella Rocca. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his sisters, Gia Rocca, Renee (Mark) Grommas, Claudine (Dave) Lambert, aunts & uncles, Ambrose and Terry Rocca, Ike and Barbra Rocca, Victor and Stacy Rocca, Orlando and Liz Pineda, Alfonso and Susan Pineda, Albert and Terry Pineda, David and Jane Pineda, Josette and Frank Terrones, as well as many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.

Roberto was a graduate of Midland High School. He had many friends and loved to have fun attending sporting events with them. He was a sports enthusiast and especially loved the Steelers. He was a member of Midland Sportsmen Club and the American Legion Post 481. He was also the former owner of Rocca’s Hot Dog Shop. He also enjoyed a variety of foods and loved cooking.

Friends will be received on Thursday, October 3, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Schwerha-Noll Funeral Home, 629 Midland Avenue, Midland. A private blessing service will be held at a later date followed by interment at Beaver Cemetery. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Blaise Catholic Church, 772 Ohio Avenue, Midland, PA 15059.

Georgia K. Wickline, 88, passed away on October 1, 2024. She was born on August 1, 1936, a daughter of the late Laura Vogler Merriman and Dale Merriman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandparents, Clyde and Effie Merriman, and Sarah and Charles Vogler. She is survived by her wonderful and supportive siblings, Ruth (Chuck) Cote, Carol (Joe) Pisano, Sandra Blake, and Robert (Julie) Merriman, children: Debra (Michael) Pless, Wendy (Pete) Giannetti, Sharon (William) Bibby, Laurie (Scott) Hiltz, Stepson Robert (Mary) Wickline; and grandchildren: Jordan (Heidi) Giannetti, Veronica (Thomas) Mollick, Jonathan (Alayna) Hiltz, Brandon (Jaime) Ankney, Patrick (Danielle) Giannetti, Jessica (Chad) Hupp, Cameron (Amanda) Hiltz, Caitlin (Bret) Nemeth, Chelsea (Jameson) Staley; step grandchildren: Michael (Kaylee) & Daniel (Erica) Wickline, William (Jenna) Bibby, Cami (Matthew) Dineen, David Bibby, and twenty-six great grandchildren.

Georgia was a graduate of New Brighton High School and worked most of her life well into her seventies. She worked for the Area Agency on Aging, International Titanium, Mom’s Pies, Passavant Memorial Homes in Rochester, and the Senior Employment program of Lawrence County.

She was a member of the Christian Missionary Alliance Church, Alliance Women, 5th Avenue Methodist Church, Methodist Women, and New Brighton Christian Women.

Georgia was a member of the Retired Senior Volunteer Program, in conjunction with Professional Outfitters, to provide free children’s clothing to the community and volunteering for the New Brighton Soup Kitchen and other services as needed. She was the leader of a Cottage Bible Study in various homes with wonderful Christian friends whom she loved. Her hobbies were reading, solving crossword puzzles, quilting, and playing cards.

Although the Lord was her first love, her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren were her reason for living.

She will be missed by her dear friends at Dawes Manor.
Thank you to the Good Samaritan Hospice and this amazing team: Jamie, Jenn, Jess, and Ashley.

Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held on Tuesday, October 8, from 4-8 P.M. at J & J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 3rd Avenue, New Brighton.  Private family funeral services will be held.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Good Samaritan Hospice 116 Browns Hill Road, Valencia, PA 16059, (Georgia Wickline’s Team) or Donate – Concordia Lutheran Ministries, (concordialm.org) then choose Good Samaritan Hospice from the drop down in memory of Georgia Wickline.

Marilyn Frances McGee, 81, of Chippewa Township, passed away on October 1, 2024, in the comfort of her home.

She was born on August 21, 1943, in West Seneca, New York, the daughter of the late Woodrow and Irene (Prusak) Babcock. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph McGee. She is survived by her children, Walter (Virginia) Samosky, Stephen Samosky, Marilyn (Mike) Mariaskin, Lynn (Joe) Reilly, and Ann (Dave) Kreul, and grandchildren, Joshua, Samantha, John, and Peter.

Marilyn graduated from D’Youville College and pursued a career as a teacher before welcoming five children with the late Walter Samosky. She was a devoted mother and cherished every moment spent with her loved ones. She attended St. Monica Church of St. Augustine Parish.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, October 4^th at 10:00 A.M. at St. Monica Church of St. Augustine Parish, 116 Thorndale Drive, Beaver Falls. Arrangements have been entrusted to the branch of Gabauer Funeral Homes.

Susan Delray Cartwright, 47, of Chippewa Township, passed away on September 28, 2024 in her home.

She was born on September 13, 1977, in Rochester, the daughter of the late David and Linda (Hill) Cartwright. She is survived by her loving companion of more than 20 years, Sean Maylone, children, Tim Maylone, Crixus Maylone, and Morgan Maylone, her siblings, Brett (Kelly) Cartwright, Kevin Cartwright, and Jennifer (Mark) Hanson, and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Susan was a healthcare provider for many years to those who were unable to care for themselves. She was an avid pool player in her younger years, having made trips to tournaments in Las Vegas and had been a member of the First Christian Church of Beaver. Susan loved her children immensely and was attentive to their every need.

Friends will be received on Thursday, October 3^rd from 2-4 P.M. & 6-8 P.M. in the GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES (Branch), 340 Third Street, Beaver.

A funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Friday, October 4^th at 11 A.M. Friends will be received one hour prior to services.

Inurnment will be in Beaver Cemetery at a later date.

Jerome Pigza, 74, of Monaca passed away on September 28, 2024 due to injuries from a fall.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Anne Pigza. He is survived by his beloved wife Judy Pigza and their children, Julie Pigza (Mark Donahue) and son John Pigza, and his wife, Becky. Jerome’s grandchildren, Eden, Brandon, and Jordan Pigza, and Wyatt and Solana Donahue, were the light of his life. His sister, Joanne Fedeles, will fondly remember Jerome for the bond they shared.

Jerome spent his career as a sales and service representative for Nickles Bakery, where he was well-known and respected and was a familiar and friendly face to many local stores.

If desired, please make any donations or memorials to Monaca Library.

In accordance with his wishes, all services will be private. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca.

Harry Thomas Hopkins, 85, of Ohioville, passed away on September 29, 2024 at Celebration Villa of Chippewa.

He was born on November 24, 1938 in Sewickley, the son of the late Henry and Edith (Greuey) Hopkins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved grandson Benjamin Chaffee, six siblings, Henry Hopkins Jr., Doris Hopkins, Savilla Weber, Jake Hopkins, Carl Hopkins, Rawland“Pop” Hopkins and sisters in law, Virginia Hopkins, and Louise Hopkins, and a brother-in-law Hank Weber. Harry was cherished and loved by his wife of 58 years Opal (Childers) Hopkins, and daughters Edith (Philip) Chaffee, Lisa (Edward) Gouldsbarry. He truly enjoyed being a wonderful “Pappy” to his grandchildren Naomi (Jake) Shepler, Joshua (Kelly) Chaffee, Abigail (David) Peralta, Danelle Gouldsbarry, Jeslyn Gouldsbarry, Hudson Gouldsbarry and his great-grandchildren, Levi Shepler, Luke Shepler, Judah Shepler, Olivia Chaffee, Tyler Chaffee, and Josephine Peralta.

Harry was one of 13 siblings. He was a great brother and he is survived by Tom (Debbie) Hopkins, Denny (Nancy) Hopkins, Eddie Hopkins, Cindy (Ken) Rex, Kathryn Bell and a sister-in-law, Nola Hopkins and numerous nieces and nephews, who will miss “Uncle Harry.”

Harry was a faithful and devoted husband and a proud and loving father to his two daughters. Alongside Opal, they were always there for their girls, attending school events and youth functions, chaperoning dances, and welcoming the girls’ friends into their home. His girls are thankful for the legacy of integrity and hard work their father left behind. Harry was always thankful for his relationship with his son-in-law and enjoyed spending time with them. Family time was one of his favorite things from childhood to his last days.

Harry was a trucker through and through. He worked hard in his career as a self-employed truck driver, fixing his truck and driving tens of thousands of miles. When there was a “hot load,” they knew Harry would get it there on time and in good shape. Everyone knew they could count on him. Even as he served in the U.S. Army as a heavy truck driver, he earned a good conduct medal and a safe driver badge.

Harry was a committed member of Fairview Presbyterian Church in Ohioville where he came to faith in Jesus and served as a steward and usher. He enjoyed his involvement with his church family.

Harry made friends wherever he went, and no one knew that better than his wife and daughters. It seemed that everywhere they went, Dad would see someone he knew. He made friends easily. He liked visiting his neighbors and his friends. He especially enjoyed sharing trucking stories. He had a heart of gold and was always ready to lend a hand.

As for pastimes, Harry loved spending time at the dirt track. He was always up for an evening at the races with friends, family members, or even solo. He loved going to the races. For many years, he and Opal would winter vacation in their camper at Royal Oaks Campground in Dundee, Florida.

“Hop” will be sadly missed as he left an incredible smile and warmth with all he met.

Friends will be received Friday, October 4, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Schwerha-Noll Funeral Home, 629 Midland Avenue, Midland. A service will be held Saturday, October 5 at 11 a.m. at Fairview Presbyterian Church, 6366 Tuscarawas Road, Industry. A committal with be held immediately after the service at Highland Cemetery, 339 Salem Church Road, Midland. A luncheon will be held afterward at Fairview Presbyterian Church. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Harry’s name to Fairview Presbyterian Church, 6366 Tuscarawas Road, Industry, PA 15052.