Robert Thomas Flynn, 78, of Greentree, Pennsylvania, formerly of Beaver, passed away peacefully at home on April 15th, 2024. Bob was born in Braddock, PA, on May 1st, 1945, son of the late John and Mary Flynn. He was raised in and attended primary school in Beaver, PA before graduating from Duquesne University, class of 1967. Bob served as a lieutenant in the Navy during Vietnam, where he grew a fondness for the night sky and amateur astronomy—a love he fostered within his children and grandchildren, in addition to his genre-spanning and well-curated taste in music. He later worked for the Pennsylvania Office of Vocational Rehabilitation as a counselor and supervisor for 35 years before retiring in 2003, sent off with a proper retirement party at the 19th Hole, a spot where he always had a corner stool and a friend waiting to clink a glass.
Bob is survived by his wife of nearly 20 years, Jayme Flynn, son Patrick (Karen) Flynn, son Colin (Cathy) Flynn; and stepchildren Julie (Sean) Rucker, Matthew (Mandy) Phillips, Adam (Clara) Phillips, David (Ashley) Dickey, and Christine (Joseph Hinchey) Dickey and grandchildren Colby, Nora, Carson, Madison, Turner, Parker, Sawyer, Maddox, Zoey, Jackson, Sidney, and Camille; sister Beverly (Tom) Lodovico, brother Jack Flynn, and is preceded in death by his brother Bill, former wife Judi (2014), and best friend Frank Cascio.
Bob and Jayme spent a decade realizing their Florida dream, enhanced by their fondness for Jimmy Buffet who provided the soundtrack to their beach life of bicycling, top-down cruising, bushels of oysters on the waterfront, attending Pirates spring training, and eagerly receiving family and friends visiting from the cold north. After they moved back to Pittsburgh in 2014, Bob was reunited with his beloved Pittsburgh Penguins and Buccos. A fan until the end, Bub was a hopeful realist about the possibility of playoff baseball in the ‘Burgh each season, and looked forward to watching every Pens matchup when he wasn’t busy attending his grandchildren’s games.
The loyalty he showed through sports fandom was thematic to his life and his friendships—Bob had a cherished network of friends from all chapters of his life and an impressive way of meaningfully keeping up with each of them. Through these relationships and many memories, his affable, steady, calm nature will live on.
Visitation will be at Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver, on Friday, April 19th from 2-4pm and 6-8pm, followed by prayers, where we will say goodbye to our Bob, Pop, Bubba, Grandbob, friend, and Dad, and celebrate a life well lived, though not long enough. Sláinte—it’s 5 o’clock somewhere.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Singing For Change in Bob’s honor (www.singingforchange.org).

Buddy L. Meade, 80, of New Sewickley Township, passed away on April 14, 2024, at Heritage Valley, Sewickley Campus. He was born on January 3, 1944, in Sewickley, to the late Charles R. Meade, Sr. and M. Irene (Mauk) Meade, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Susan (Shearer) Meade, two children, Clifford (Anne) Meade of Gibsonia, Abigail Meade and Brian Ashman of Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania, grandson, Charles Ryan Meade, two brothers, Charles (Marjorie) Meade, Jr., Dennis (Thelma) Meade of Industry and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. He retired as a lead mechanic in the engine shop for US Airways, Greater Pittsburgh International Airport. Buddy was a long time active member of Baden Methodist Church where he enjoyed taking mission trips and participated in the We Care Food Pantry. He was an active life member of the Pine Run Volunteer Fire Department where he served as former fire chief. Buddy also was adjutant for the Freedom American Legion Post 348 and a member of the Beaver County Model A Club. He was a proud member of the United States Navy serving during the Vietnam War. Friends will be received on Friday from 1-3 and 5-7 PM in the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge and Saturday from 10 AM until time of funeral services at 10:30 AM in the Baden Methodist Church, State Street and Dippold Avenue, Baden. His pastor, the Rev. James Young will officiate. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery of Freedom. Members of the Pine Run Volunteer Fire Department will hold a memorial service on Friday at 6:30 PM in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Pine Run Volunteer Fire Department, 1395 Harvey Run Road, Freedom, PA 15042.

Lisa Carol (LaRotonda) Flowers, 63, of Robinson, passed away on April 14, 2024.

Born in Pittsburgh on January 10, 1961, she was the daughter of the late Albert LaRotonda Sr. and Carol LaRotonda. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Lori Gabborin.

She is survived by her husband, Kevin; her children, Nicholas Drahusz of Youngwood; Noelle Lamar (Roderick) of McDonald; Katerina Flowers of Virginia; Kelcey Flowers of the Dominican Republic; and Andrew Flowers of Robinson; eight grandchildren, Kiana, Alyssa, Nichole, Lorenzo, Solomon, Riley, Isabella and Avi; two sisters and a brother; and multiple nieces and nephews.

She graduated from Plum High School in 1978 and Duquesne University in 1987. A journalist, Lisa worked for Gateway Publications in the late 1980s and early ‘90s, and later as a freelance writer. In 2001, she earned a first-place Keystone Press award for a feature story in the Oil City Derrick titled “Coming to Grips With Grief.”

She was a member of Christ Anglican Church in New Brighton. Friends will be received Friday from 11 a.m. until time of service at noon, at Christ Anglican Church, 1217 Third Ave., New Brighton.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, www.alz.org.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton.

Marjorie Ann Krisa, 75, of South Beaver Township, passed away on April 14, 2024 in Good Samaritan Hospice.

She was born on July 23, 1948 in New Brighton and was the daughter of the late Willard and Blanche (Schoder) Zeh, who preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, whom she married on July 18, 1970, Walter Krisa; children Stephanie & Jeff Christian of New Brighton; Michael Krisa and Stacey Barnes of East Palestine, Ohio; and Tim Krisa of East Palestine, Ohio, three grandchildren, Hollyn Christian, Grace Christian, and Owen Krisa, sister, Carol (Dave) Somerville; mother-in-law Helen Krisa; brother-in-law Michael Krisa; and several cousins, nieces, and nephews.

She was a longtime member of Pathway Church of Chippewa Township.  She loved playing cards, reading,  and antiquing.

Friends will be received Thursday, April 18 from 2-4 P.M. & 6-8 P.M. in the Hill & Kunselman Funeral Home, 3801-4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, where a funeral service will be held Friday, April 19 at 11:00 A.M. with her pastor John Westurn officiating.

Private interment will be in Grandview Cemetery of Big Beaver Borough.

Memorial contributions may be made if desired to Pathway Church’s Clean Water Program, which is a program dedicated to building wells in third world countries.

Stephen L. Baker, 73, of Ohioville, passed away on April 14, 2024, at Heratige Valley Health System of Beaver.

Born on March 12, 1951, in Franklin, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Kenny Baker and Charles and Elizabeth (Myers) Gillespie, who preceded him in death.

He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Bonnie (Allwine) Baker; children, Jason (Amy) Baker, Teri Jo (Jim) Kuroski, Sammy Jo (Mike) Watson, and Joshua (Autumn Hall) Baker; grandchildren, Shalimar Baker, Ashayla Baker, Arayah Baker, Cody Baker, Peyton (Dylan) Thellman, Brianna Baker, Garrett Gilbert, Nicholas Gilbert, Noah Haney, Tanner Haney, Kaylee Kuroski, and Alexis Kuroski; great-grandchildren, Liam Thellman and Bella Thellman; his sister, Lori (Bob) Ealy; brothers and sisters-in-law, Amber Baker, Jeff Allwine, Beth Deprano, Greg Allwine, and Kathy Ware; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Steve had worked for J&L Steel for several years before retiring from UPMC Passavant as a maintenance worker.  He was an avid hunter and fisherman, loved to garden, paint, play golf, softball, and tennis.  Steve had a love for being a regular ol’ hillbilly.

Friends will be received on Thursday, April 18^th from 2 P.M. until time of services at 6 P.M. in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls.

In accordance with Steve’s wishes, he will be cremated following services.

Stephen B. Knotts, 61, of Rochester Township, passed away on April 13, 2024, at his home. Stephen was born on June 22, 1962 in Rochester to the late Andrew D. and Sofie Lewchenko Knotts. Steve was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Barbara Knotts, a niece, Rachel A. Warga-Ward and his K-9 Companions, Tater and Snowflake. Stephen is survived by his wife of 32 years, Joan C. “Bonzo” Knotts, his loving daughters, Kailey E. Knotts of Freedom, and Jessica S. [Steve Valent], of Tennessee, one granddaughter, Isla E. “Bean” Keane of Freedom. Steve is also survived by one brother and sister in law, William A. “Bill” and Suzi Knotts of Economy Borough, a sister, Carol D. Knotts of Canfield, Ohio, a beloved special friend, R.J. Ward of New Sewickley Township, cousin, Jerry Kello of Butler, Godfather to Steve’s daughters, and Danny Murphy of Emlenton. He is also survived by his K-9 companions, Pepsi and Spud, and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. He was a retired Construction Coordinator with Columbia Gas of Pa, Rochester Township, and Monaca. Stephen attended The Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church of Rochester. Stephen loved his pet dogs, his family, and going to his camp with family and friends. He especially loved being a pappap to his granddaughter “Bean”.
Steve played semi-pro football for The Pittsburgh Maulers. He prided himself in lifting weights, being strong and his ability to protect the ones he loved. As tough as Steve may have been, he wore his heart on his sleeve. He was caring and compassionate and would give the shirt off his back to anyone.
Steve was always making sure everyone had a smile on their face with his unique sense of humor. His gift in life was being able to make people laugh and could make friends anywhere he went.
Friends will be received Thursday from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. in The William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc. 349 Adams Street, Rochester. A funeral service will be held Friday at 11 A.M. in The Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 393 Adams Street, Rochester. Officiating will be his Pastor, Reverend Gregory S. Clagg. Interment will follow in Beaver Falls Cemetery. The family wishes any memorial contributions be made to the Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute, 200 Darragh St, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, or Paws Across Pittsburgh Animal Rescue, 413 E 6th Avenue, Tarentum, PA 15084.

James R. Reid, 29, of McGuire Memorial, Daugherty Twp, passed away on April 13, 2024.

Born on April 3, 1995, in Philadelphia, he is the son of James L. Reid and Minyette Turner.

Friends will be received Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in McGuire Memorial, 2119 Mercer Road, New Brighton, from 9 a.m. until 10:45.   A Homegoing service will follow at 11 a.m. in McGuire Memorial.

James will be laid to rest in White Chapel Memorial Park of Philadelphia.

Leslie W. Fetch, 77, of Hopewell Township, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2024, in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 17, 1947 in Sewickley, to the late William and Irene (Sholock) Fetch, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Barbara (Childs) Fetch, two sons, Don (Allison) Fetch of Purcellville, Virginia, Jonathan Fetch and Sarah Shannon of Grove City, and two grandchildren, Cameron Fetch and Luna Fetch. He was a computer analyst for HJ Heinz Company. Leslie was a member of St. Catherine of Sienna Church of Glenwillard, Pennsylvania, part of Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish. He was also a member of the Fairs Oaks Volunteer Fire Department and served Meals on Wheels for many years in the Aliquippa area, was a model train enthusiast and enjoyed boating. He proudly served his country as a radioman in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. Visitation will take place on Friday, April 26, 2024 from 10 A.M. until the time of a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 A.M. at St. James Church, 201 Broad Street, Sewickley. Luncheon will immediately follow Mass at 11:30 A.M. in the gathering space adjacent to the church. Interment with full military honors will follow at 2:30 P.M. at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville.

Diana M. Lindemann, 66, of Rochester Township, passed away on April 12th, 2024, in UPMC Shadyside Hospital of Pittsburgh. She was born on September 27th, 1957 in Aliquippa and was the daughter of the late Richard Albert “Al” and Eve Marie Yanko. In addition to her parents, Diana was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents. Diana is survived by her husband of thirty-six years, Michael J. Lindemann, four brothers, and three sisters-in-law, Mark and Amy Yanko, of Aliquippa, Chris and Kathy Yanko, of Hopewell, Steve and Mae Yanko, of Clinton, Pennsylvania and Philip Paul Yanko, of Verland, Pennsylvania, as well as one niece and two nephews.
Diana was a former aide to various elderly families throughout Beaver County, then later served as a housewife and homemaker. She was a graduate of Aliquippa High School and received an associate’s degree in Applied Science from the Community College of Allegheny County. Diana was a great lover of cats and enjoyed reading, singing, and watching old comedies with her husband in her pastime. She was a member of St. Cecilia Roman Catholic Church of Rochester, where she was a Christian mother. In her youth Diana was a choir member for St. Titus Roman Catholic Church of Aliquippa.
Friends will be received Tuesday April 16th from 3-7 p.m. at William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held the following morning, Wednesday April 17th at 10 a.m., at St. Cecilia’s Roman Catholic Church of Rochester. Interment will be in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park of Rochester. Arrangements were entrusted to William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc.
Family wishes memorial contributions to be made to the American Cancer Society at 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15025.

Myrna L. (Diamond) Douglass, 88, of Beaver passed away peacefully with her family and constant companion, Bella Marie by her side on April 11, 2024.

Born on April 6, 1936, she was a daughter of the late Ralph, Sr., and Mabel Edgar Diamond. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved niece, Kristy Diamond.

She is survived by her son, Mike Douglass of Beaver; daughters, Cathy (Mark) Ketchel of Gibsonia, and Lori (Dann) Glott of Beaver; brother, Ralph (Kathy) Diamond of Longview, Texas; grandchildren, Amber (Jake Goughan) Industry, and Zachary Ketchel, Covington, Kentucky; and aunt, Karrie Diamond Rodgers of Texas.

Myrna retired following a long career as a nursing technician with Heritage Valley Hospital of Beaver. She was a faithful member of Trinity Church of Beaver, where she served as a member of The Order of the Daughters of the King. Myrna will be mostly remembered as a loving mother to her children. Her family and faith were everything to her.

The family would like to give a special thank-you to Pinnacle Hospice for the loving care they provided for Myrna.

Friends will be received Sunday, April 14, 2024, from 1 p.m. until time of service at 3 p.m., in the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third St., Beaver. Interment will take place at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park of Rochester. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Myrna’s name may be made to St. Jude Childrens’ Research Hospital.