Doris Irene Brown Hartman March 24, 1927 – January 28, 2024

Doris Irene Brown Hartman, 96, passed away January 28, 2024 at Sunnyside Retirement Community, VA.

Born March 24, 1927 in Vanport, PA, she was a daughter of the late Ernest H. and Augusta Luzell Brown. Irene led an adventurous life – graduating from Beaver Area High School, then earning degrees in Business Administration from Geneva University and Pitt, going on to a 30-year teaching career, commencing at Midland High School and ending as a professor at Potomac State College, WV.

After retirement, Irene and her husband, Herb, relocated to the Sunnyside Retirement Community in Virginia. She became very active with local Presbyterian churches, acting as the Secretary of the Presbytery for many years. Irene also enjoyed traveling, having visited all 7 continents, several more than once.

In addition to her parents, Irene was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 34 years, Captain Herbert J. Hartman, USN; sister, Martha Lohr; brother, Ernest H. Brown, Jr.; brother-in-law, Edward Stout; and stepson, Dr. Richard Hartman, PhD.

She will be greatly missed by her sister, Lillian Brown Stout, Ohioville; sister-in-law, Virginia Brown, Williamsburg, VA; nieces and nephews, Brenda (Roger) Applegate, Industry; Chuck Stout, Beaver; Diane (John) Jacoby, Dover, PA; Julie (Rob) Modany, Ohioville; Karen (Darrell)Hooker, Williamsburg, VA; Ernest “Buzz” (Mary) Brown III, Williamsburg, VA; and Neil Lohr, Sequim, WA; step-children, Dr. David (Ann Marie) Hartman, MD, Sewickley, Dr. Margaret (Dr. Robert Zahory, PhD) Hartman, PhD, Santa Fe, NM; and Ronnie Hartman, Minneapolis, MN; along with numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews.

Friends will be received Friday, February 2, 2024, from 10 a.m. until time of service at 12 p.m. in the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third St., Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Irene’s name may be made to BCHRLF Vicary Mansion, 1235 Third Ave., Freedom, PA 15042.

Robert DelSota March 8, 1940 – January 28, 2024

Robert DelSota, of Beaver, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, Sunday, January 28, 2024.

Born March 8, 1940 in Wilkinsburg, he was a son of the late Salvatore & Margaret DelSota. A proud veteran of the U. S. Navy, Bob resided in Beaver most of his life. He had a 40-year career in the steel industry, retiring as Manager of Production at Sharon Tube Company. In his spare time, Bob was an avid golfer, loved to travel, spend time with his family, and was very involved with the Beaver Boosters.

He will be greatly missed by his wife of 62-years, Judith Ann Brubaker DelSota, Beaver; sons, Michael W. (Diana) DelSota, and Mark A. (Krista) DelSota; daughter, Deborah A. (Robert) Prothero; sisters, Arlene (Howard) Braun, and Margaret A. “Peggy”(James) Frankland; grandchildren, Joshua M. DelSota, Alexandria M. (Mike) Taormina, and Alec D. (Sarah Tholen) DelSota; along with great-grandchildren, Quinn and Zoey Taormina.

A Celebration of Bob’s Life will take place Tuesday, February 20, 2024, from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. in the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third St., Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

The family would like to thank the amazing staff at Franciscan Manor and Advanced Hospice for the compassionate care given to Bob.

 

Judith L. Crawford August 28, 1940 – January 27, 2024

Judith L. Crawford, age 83, of Weirton WV, formerly of Sewickley, passed away January 27th, 2024, in the Fox Nursing Home, Chester, WV. Judith was born August 28th, 1940, in Beaver Falls. She’s the daughter of the late John L., Sr. and Amy M. (Day) Crawford. Judith was a retired educator having taught in various catholic schools in Pittsburgh and Seoul, Korea. Along with her brother John, she was a co-founder of the Montessori school in Emsworth PA. Judith received her B. S. Degree at Duquesne University and her master’s in education from Penn State University. She was catholic by faith. She’s survived by 5 nephews and 1 niece. Judith was preceded in death by her brother, John L. Crawford Jr. in 1994 and a sister, Gean C. McNees. Her wishes were to have no viewing. However friends and family are invited to attend a mass of Christian burial, Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 10 AM in the St. Cecilia Roman Catholic Church, Rochester. Officiating is Brother John Harvey and interment will follow in St. Cecilia Cemetery. Arrangement are entrusted to The William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc., 349 Adams St. Rochester

 

Ella Mae Corbin December 05, 1949 – January 27, 2024

Ella Mae “Ellie” Corbin, 74, of Darlington, died on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at Heritage Valley – Beaver.

Born on December 5, 1949, in Beaver Falls, she was the daughter of the late John and Ethel (Francis) Lindsay.

Ella Mae had been a Certified Nursing Assistant for Beaver Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center for many years.  She was particularly fond of playing BINGO, but mostly enjoyed spending time with her family and watching her grandsons.

In addition to her parents, Ella Mae was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph W. Corbin; a daughter, Judith Corbin; her siblings, James Lindsay, Jack Lindsay, Marcella Urgitus, Elizabeth Rousch, and Marlene Market.

She is survived by her daughter, Rachel (Joseph) Stanczak; grandsons, Anthony and Owen Stanzcak; “honorary” grandchildren, Trevor Knopp, Jr. and Carolina Knopp; a sister, Mary Hall; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Friends will be received on Thursday, February 1st from 4PM until 8PM in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Chippewa Twp., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls.

A Blessing Service will be held in the funeral home on Friday, February 2nd at 11AM.

Private interment will be in Duff Cemetery, Darlington.

Alma Ruth Barnes 10/19/1930 — 1/28/2024

Alma Ruth (Branthoover) Barnes, 93, of Potter Twp., passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024 in Heritage Valley Beaver.  She was born in Johnstown, PA on October 19, 1930 the daughter of the late Alfaretta and Willis Branthoover.  She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Aliquippa.  Alma was an extremely welcoming person.  Her house was the house where everyone congregated.  She helped with ARC Human Services running a lot of their summer programs.  Alma also was a Poll Worker in Potter Township for many years.

Alma is survived by her three children: Richard Barnes, Kathy & Tom Ruff, and David Barnes; her three grandchildren: Tom Ruff Jr., Matthew Barnes (Carmen Tracey) and Daniel Barnes; her nephew: George & Mindy Barnes.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother: Willis E. Branthoover; and her former husband: Otis H. Barnes.

Friends will be received on Friday February 2, 2024 from 2pm until the time of Funeral Services at 5pm in Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Aliquippa.

Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org

Erika Lynn Willis October 29, 1985 ~ January 25, 202

Ericka Lynn Willis 38, passed unexpectedly on January 26, 2024. She was born October 29, 1985 to the late Denise Marcella Wanamaker and Robert Marvin Willis. She was a lifelong resident of Aliquippa and graduate of Aliquippa Highschool. Ericka attended Crop and Kettle culinary program and was employed by K&N Meats for several years Erica loved her children and family, enjoyed music, cooking, outings with family and friends amongst other things.  Ericka had a vibrant and colorful personality, and always wanted everyone to feel loved.

She is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents Gwendolyn and Lee Wanamaker Sr, AJ Walker, Uncle, Hard Weezy (Lee Wannamaker Jr), and oldest brother, Kunta Kinte Willis.

She is survived by her children Rashad Junior and Emmori McKenzie, paternal grandmother Rushie Bell Cobb, siblings, Robert (Bethany) Lashanda, Tamarra, Jawann, Jamika, Tywan Willis (girlfriend Dominique Fletcher), best friend, Priscilla Krotec, and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Friends will be received on Sunday, February 4, 2023, from 4:00 PM until time of funeral service at 7:00 PM in the Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge, 724-266-2549. Memorial contributions can be made in care of the funeral home.

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Thomas Earl Cookson 1949 ~ 2024

In loving memory of Thomas Earl Cookson, 74, of Beaver Falls, who sadly passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at Heritage Valley Beaver.

He was born July 31, 1949, in Rochester, son of the late Earl and Doris (Hindman) Cookson.  He was a Vietnam veteran of the United States Marine Corp.  He worked as a mechanic and also at the former Mayer China in Beaver Falls in the maintenance department.  He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.  He was a hard worker and loving man who everyone loved.

He left behind his loving wife, Brenda McGaffic, daughter, Jamey (Michael) Nye, their children, Hunter, Tristan and Ethan Nye, daughter, Christy Kooser (Alfredo Casteloo), their children, Evelyn, Elsie, Enrique and Emillio Casteloo, daughter, Janet Romano, her son, Justin Romano, mother-in-law, Lillian Corbin, he was a great-grandpap to Alice and Violet, he also had 3 brothers-in-law and their families, and numerous nieces and nephews.

All services are private.

Private inurnment will take place at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made in Tom’s name to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Rd, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

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Linda B. (Butcher) Koziar May 25, 1950 ~ January 28, 2024

Linda (Butcher) Koziar, of West Mayfield passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 28, 2024 after a brief illness.
She was born on May 25, 1950 to the late Charles Wesley Butcher and Anna Wojtkiewicz. She was married to her late husband, Gregory T. Koziar until his death on August 17, 2015 after caring for him for 10 years.
Linda was a proud graduate of Holy Trinity Elementary School under the tutelage of the Sisters of St. Joseph in Baden. Probably the happiest time of her life.  She graduated Beaver Falls High School Class of 1968 and received a BS from Clarion University in 1972. She worked for the Department of Welfare for 34 years.
Linda loved her Catholic faith and was a member of St. Augustine/ St. Monica Parish and watched Heart of the Nation Sunday Mass when she was unable to attend.
She is survived by her beloved daughter and son-in-law, Kara Koziar and Brandon Benecki of Ocracoke Island, NC; two sisters, Charlotte (Terry) Hopkins of Leesburg, FL and Debbie (William) McClarey of Chippewa Twp. and special cousins, Stephanie (Larry) Wingard and Walter Kosek and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
As per her request there will be no visitation.

 

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Eleanor Grace (Oliver) Carver March 8, 1935 ~ January 27, 2024

Eleanor Grace (Oliver) Carver, 88, of North Sewickley Township, died Saturday January 27, 2024 in Good Samaritan Hospice, Heritage Valley Beaver.

Born March 8, 1935 in Beaver Falls, was the daughter of the late James Stewart and Edna Marie (Miller) Oliver.  She was a member of Concord Church, a Global Methodist Congregation, North Sewickley Township.

She is survived by her husband of 71 years Paul Clifford Carver, whom she married December 31, 1952.  Her children Paul Clifford, Jr. (Carolyn) Carver, New Brighton; John Michael (Jeri) Carver, Darlington Township; Debra Marie Kitts, Hopewell Township; and William George Carver, Brighton Township.  Grandchildren Nathan (Kristine) Carver; Patrick (Andreea) Carver; and Stacy Jo (Joel) Sanders.  Great-grandchildren Isabell, Thomas, Emma, Julia, and Abigail Carver.  A brother Norman (Veronica) Oliver; an aunt Dolores McDanel and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother James (Cecelia) Oliver; grandson Thomas Clair Carver; and a son-in-law Delaney Kitts.

Friends will be received Thursday from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM in the Hill & Kunselman Funeral Home, www.hillandkunselman.com, 3801-4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA.  Additional visitation will be held on Friday from 10 AM until time of Funeral Service at 11 AM, with her pastor Rev. Chris Kindle officiating.

Interment will follow in the Concord Church Cemetery, North Sewickley Township.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made if desired to the Concord Church, 285 Concord Church Road, Beaver Falls, PA 15010 or to Good Samaritan Hospice, 134 Marwood Road, Cabot, PA 16023.

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Julie Arlene Hobson July 4, 1966 ~ January 26, 2024

Julie Arlene Hobson, 57, of Beaver Falls, was called from labor to reward on Friday January 26 , 2024.  Born July 4, 1966 in Pittsburgh, PA, she was the daughter of the late Elta L. and Dora A. ( Young) Hobson.

She retired as a Driver’s License Technician with the DMV Penn Dot. She was a member of the Bible Way Church of God in Christ, New Castle where she was a secret sister.  She enjoyed babysitting for family and friends.

She is survived by her son Brayden A. Coles, a brother Shawn (Susan) Hobson, Rawlings, MO; and two sisters Tammie A. Hobson, West Mayfield and Elita L. (Stan) Conally, Dalzell, SC; and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.  )

Friends will be Saturday February 3, 2024 from 11:00 AM until time of Memorial Service at 1:00 PM, in the Hill & Kunselman Funeral Home, www.hillandkunselman.com, 3801-4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.  Rev. John E. Young, III will officiate.

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