Robert L. Flook October 4, 1942 – January 25, 2024

Robert L. “Buss” Flook, Sr., age 81, of Conway, passed away January 25, 2024, at The Villa St. Joseph, Baden. Born October 4, 1942, in Warrendale, Pa. Buss is the son of the late Luther “Boots” and Margaret Ann Russell Flook. Robert was a retired employee of Hussey Copper and Halsteads Company, Zelienople. Buss was Protestant by faith and an Army Veteran during the Vietnam era. He was also a member of the Hungarian Club of Zelienople.
Buss is survived by his wife, Jenny L. “Wingrove” Flook, three daughters and one son in law, Jenny Lynn and Charles Rape, Diana L. Flook, and Laura L. Leach. Two sons, Robert L. Flook, Jr., and his fiancee, Jill Allison, John L. Flook and his fiancee, April Wojcuich, ten grandchildren. Three sisters, Doris Ross, Shirley Stieber, Margaret Goodsite, three brothers, Charles, James and Thomas Flook and numerous nieces and nephews. Buss was preceded in death by one brother, Luther “Bunks” Flook, one sister, Hazel “Pumpkin” Wesley.
Buss’ wishes were to be cremated. Arrangements are being handled by The William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester, Pa.

 

George Michael Manolovich III November 22, 1960 – January 25, 2024

George Michael Manolovich, III passed away at Heinz Delafield Veterans Home on January 25, 2024. He was born on November 22, 1960, in Aliquippa, PA. He was the son of the late George Manolovich, Jr., and Yvonne (Kozlina) Manolovich.
George was a 1979 graduate of Center Area High School. After high school, George attended the Art Institute of Pittsburgh where he majored in photography. In 1984 George enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served his country for five years. While in the Navy, he was the official photographer on the USS Nimitz #68. After he was honorably discharged from the service, George was a licensed insurance salesman for a number of years. In more recent years George was employed with various security companies.
He enjoyed hunting and was an avid fisherman. He travelled to multiple states to fish, including Alaska and Hawaii. George was also known to be an excellent cook and enjoyed hosting friends for meals. As a young boy George attended St. Elijah Serbian Orthodox Church where he was an altar boy. As an adult George attended Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral in Whitehall, PA.
George is survived by his sister Kathianne Downie (Frank); nephew Michael Downie; maternal aunt Nell Kozlina; and numerous cousins. He was especially close to his cousins Bob, Ruthanne, and BobbyJo Belus. He is also survived by his former wife, Terry Berceli and special friend, Jan Martin. Besides his parents, George was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Vaso and Anna Kozlina; paternal grandparents, George and Katherine Manolovich; brother John Manolovich; and nephew John Downie.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday from 6 – 8 pm in the ANTHONY MASTROFRANCESCO FUNERAL HOME INC. 2026 McMinn Street Aliquippa PA 15001 724-375-0496. A service will be held on Thursday at 11:00 am in the funeral home. Interment will follow at the St. Elijah Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to, the VA Hospital H J Heinz Campus ATTN: Voluntary Service 1010 Delafield Road Pittsburgh, PA 15215 or VA Pittsburgh Oakland Hospital ATTN: Voluntary Service University Drive C Pittsburgh, PA 15240 in memory of George.

 

Evelyn (Tress) White May 13, 1923 – January 27, 2024

Evelyn (Tress) White, 100, of Beaver Falls, died on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at Providence Care Center, Beaver Falls.

Born on May 13, 1923, in Beaver Falls, she was the daughter of the late William and Margaret (Scott) Tress.

Evelyn spent her life as a homemaker and mother to her 8 children.  She was a member of St. Monica Church of St. Augustine Parish. Evelyn was the matriarch of the family and she shared her vivid stories and collection of pictures with all who would listen. Evelyn was the last remaining member of the Tress Family that resided on 3rd Avenue, Beaver Falls where the family had lived for over 150 years. She lived through 100 years of history in Beaver Falls and had many anecdotes of all the changes she had witnessed. Evelyn loved to laugh and enjoyed making others laugh with her wit and wry comments. Our mother Evelyn was always willing to help anyone in their time of need. She was her family’s hero because she showed no matter what age you are, you can still be young at heart!

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Walter White, Jr.; her siblings, Hilary Tress, William Tress, Richard Tress, Donald Tress, Mildred Miller, Margaret Vaupel, and Marie Matthews; and Son-in-law José Johnson.  Evelyn was the last surviving member of her immediate family.

She is survived by her children, Dennis (Kathy) White, Marilyn White, Barbara Jean (Ken) Graeser, Edward White, James White, Donna Marie (José) Johnson, Daniel (Karla) White, and Patricia (Chris) Cahalan; 15 grandchildren, Larry, Michelle, Amy, Katelyn, Andrew, Leslie, Laura, José, Andrea, Jordan, Jessica, James, Emily, Sarah, and William; 17 great grandchildren, Andrew, Evelyn, Yasin, Lucy, Eliza, Dallas, Marisol, Isabel, Charlotte, Conor, Scottie, Annabel, Matthias, David, Hank, Cruz, and Barú; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, January 31st from 4PM until 8PM in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Chippewa Twp., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls.

Prayers will be offered in the funeral home on Thursday, February 1st at 9:30AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10AM at St. Monica Church of St. Augustine Parish, 116 Thorndale Dr., Beaver Falls.  Fr. Kim Schreck will serve as celebrant.

Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Evelyn’s name may be made to the Carnegie Free Library of Beaver Falls, 1301 7th Ave., Beaver Falls, PA 15010.

The family would like to express gratitude to all the caregivers at Providence Care Center for excellent care and compassion shown to her during her time there.

Nancy Carol Turney October 08, 1934 – January 24, 2024

Nancy Carol Turney, 89, of Beaver Falls, went peacefully to be with the Lord on January 24, 2024 surrounded by her loved ones.

Born on October 8th 1934, in Deer Park, Maryland to Calvin and Dorothy Harvey.

She is survived by her son, Wendell (Kathy), 2 grandchildren, Emily and Michael and 2 sisters, Beverly Fields and Dorothy (Jerry)Gorrell.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Rita Martin and her niece, Tammy May.

There will be no viewing, only a private ceremony with only close family members present.

The GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Chippewa Twp., was honored to provide care and guidance to Nancy’s family during this time.

Willa Roberta Kocher 3/28/1927 — 1/26/2024

Willa Roberta (Weathers) Kocher, 96, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on January 26, 2024.  She was born on March 28, 1927, in Gallipolis Ferry, West Virginia, a daughter of the late Lloyd and Lyda Weathers.  She was a 1945 Hopewell High School Graduate and a devoted member of Ohio United Presbyterian Church. An avid bowler at Sheffield Lanes, an amazing quilter and a passionate story teller (often reminiscing of her childhood in West Virginia).  Her favorite thing in life was her family, she especially loved spending time with her grandchildren. She was lovingly known as “Grandma Kocher”,” Gram”, “Maw”, “Mammy”, and “Little Maw” to so many.

In addition to her parents, Willa was preceded in death by her loving husband of 56 years, Thomas L. Kocher Sr in 2002; a sister Joanne Sostarich, and an infant brother: Eugene Weathers.

She is survived by her two sons and daughter-in-law: Thomas L. Kocher Jr. and Carolyn, Sunrise, FL, and David C. Kocher, Hopewell Twp.; two daughters and sons-in-law: Jeannette & Randy McCormish, New Brighton, and Barbara & Terry McDanel, North Sewickley Township; eight grandchildren: John & Noreen Reynolds, Kerrie Brosky, Sean & Christine McDanel, Dr. Marc McDanel, Thomas L. Kocher III & Melissa; Amy Kocher, Brittany Patullo, and Emily Kocher; ten great grandchildren; Steven, Allison, Kelley, Charles, Kyrsten, Brady, Parker, Joshua, Callie, and Willa; eight great great grandchildren: Greyson, Rowen, Arden, Kaleb, Cooper, Gabriel, Melody, and Charleston; one sister; Frances Hummel; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and her extended family in West Virginia.

Friends will be received on Monday, January 29, 2024 from 5pm until 7pm in the Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Aliquippa where a funeral service will be conducted on Tuesday January 30, 2024 at 11am conducted by Rev. Robert Goosen.

Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery next to her beloved husband Tom.

In lieu of flowers, the family wishes donations be made to Ohio United Presbyterian Church, 1236 Longue Ave. Aliquippa, PA 15001

The family wishes to thank the nurses and staff at Providence Health & Rehab and also Crane Hospice, especially Char for the wonderful care of Willa.

Anna Kuharsky October 7, 1935 ~ January 25, 2024

Anna Kuharsky, 88, of McCandless Twp, formerly of Economy, passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at Good Samaritan Hospice House, Marshall Township. She was born on October 7, 1935, in Sewickley, to the late George D. and Anna (Zawoysky) Woodham. Anna was a registered nurse who worked for Beaver County Mental Health and the former Aliquippa Hospital. She was a long-time member of SS Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church, Ambridge where she belonged to the Marian Guild and a faithful pirohy worker for many years. Preceding her in death in addition to her parents were her husband, William Kuharsky, brother, Nick Woodham, brother-in-law, Paul Sandrock, sisters-in-law, Betty Sheehan, Anne Opriska, Rose Melnick, and nephew, Stephen Woodham. She is survived by four children, Ann (Matt) Levin of League City, Texas, William John (Catherine) Kuharsky of Economy, Kathryn (Danny) Moore of Waller, Texas, Elizabeth (Jeff) Davies of Wexford, seven grandchildren, Joshua W. (Lindsey) Levin, Amanda Levin-Russo (Evan), Caroline (Nick) Adams, Jessica (Brian) Gressett, Cara (Brice) Hudson, Kelsey (Brad) Boggs, Kyle Davies, great grandchildren, Preston and Zoey Gressett, Quinn, Mae and Ford Hudson, Finn and Piper Boggs, Lexi Levin and Liam Adams, siblings, George (Delores) Woodham of Jasper, Indiana, Molly (John) Munk of Stevensville, Montana, Barbara (Thomas) Couper of Sewickley, Gloria Sandrock of Pine Bluff, South Carolina, Alice (Timothy) Smith of Sewickley, sister-in-law. Linda Woodham of Wexford, brother-in-law, John Kuharsky of Rochester, sister-in-law, Helen Kazil of Ambridge, numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews. Friends will be received on Monday from 3 to 8 PM in the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc. 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge where a Panachyda service will be held on Tuesday at 11:30 AM followed by a funeral Liturgy at Noon in SS Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church with her pastor, Father Michael Polosky officiating. Interment will follow in SS Peter and Paul Cemetery. Members of the Marian Guild will pray the Rosary on Monday at 3 PM and a Parastas service will be held at 6:30 PM officiated by Deacon Mark Prokopovich.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are suggested to Good Samaritan Hospice.

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Melanie Ann Short July 16, 1962 ~ January 25, 2024

Melanie Ann Short, 61, of Aliquippa, died Thursday, January 25, 2024 in her home. She was born on July 16, 1962 in Sewickley, to the late Charles and Betty (Byron) Foust. She was a former restaurant manager and also worked at the Hopewell VFW. In her younger years she got great enjoyment out of making sled riding paths for kids and playing sports. She enjoyed doing arts and crafts and cooking. Melanie’s warm and outgoing personality attracted many friends over the years. Preceding her in death in addition to her parents were her twin sisters, Marlene Work and Charlene Gray and longtime boyfriend, Leonard “Popeye” Johnson. She is survived by her daughter, Brandi Wolfe with whom she resided and a brother, Charles “Skip” Foust Jr. There was no public visitation. Services were private.

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Walter S. Archacki 7/29/1956 — 1/25/2024

Walter S. Archacki, 67, of Aliquippa, was called home on January 25, 2024 after a short stay at UPMC Passavant, McCandless.  He was born in Pittsburgh on July 29, 1956, the eldest son of the late Walter R. & Lillian (Lewandowski) Archacki.

While born with physical challenges from cerebral palsy, Walter persevered and thrived. He proudly graduated from Montour High School in 1976. After graduation, Walter worked as a groundskeeper for Kane Medical Centers until he retired.

In 1997, Walter married the love of his life, Barbara. Their love and commitment to one another was an inspiration to all who knew them.

Walter was a devout Christian and disciple of Christ. He was a faithful member of Wildwood Chapel, Aliquippa. Walter steadfastly pursued the calling to “go and make disciples of all nations” as proclaimed in Matthew 28:19-20. Walter enjoyed his routine visits to the prisons where he shared the word of God with incarcerated individuals and invited them to know the Lord and Savior.

In addition to his parents, Walter was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Ann “Barb” (Barone) Archacki in 2005.

Walter is survived by his brother, David Archacki (Christina), Ingram, PA & sister, Diane Kaleugher, Cortland, OH. Nephews & niece:  Nicholas Archacki, Michael Archacki (Katie), Ashleigh Musick (Jeffrey) & Douglas Kaleugher. Great Nieces & nephews:  Aurora Kaleugher, Wyatt Musick, Kalina Musick, Weston Musick, Liliana Archacki, and another to arrive in July.

The family extends their gratitude and thanks to the caring staff at the UPMC Passavant ICU who took such great care of Walter in his last days.  The family would also personally thank Dr. Maria Funair & Dr. G. Singh for their care, compassion, and friendship.

Friends will be received on Sunday, January 28 from 2-4 & 6-8PM in The Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Moon Twp. (1522 Coraopolis Hts. Rd) where a Funeral service will be held on Monday at 10 AM.  Committal & Entombment at Resurrection Cemetery, Moon Twp. will follow.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: Wildwood Chapel, Aliquippa, (www.wildwoodchapel.com).

Rose (Uccellini) Cindrich August 17, 1932 – January 22, 2024

Rose (Uccellini) Cindrich of Hopewell Township passed away on Monday, January 22, 2024 at the age of 91. She leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness that is etched in the hearts of those lucky enough to know her.
Rose was born in Midland on August 17, 1932, to Carlo and Emma Uccellini. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband John. She was also preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Christine and Anna. Rose is survived by her children Carla (Kurt) Gardner, Jon (Doreen) Cindrich and Cynthia (John) Tomczak and her five grandsons, Rawley Gardner, Logan and Cole Cindrich, and Luke and Liam Tomczak. Also surviving are Rose’s brothers, John and Rocco, as well as several beloved in-laws, nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
As a mother and grandmother, Rose was the heart of the family. She and John were married for 64 wonderful years before he passed in 2020, and she left us to be with him on his birthday. Her unconditional love was a foundation for her three children, and she looked forward to her regular phone calls and Sunday dinners with them. Her face lit up with an indescribable happiness whenever she was with her grandsons. She created memories that will forever be cherished by them. She was a beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews because of her kindness and devotion to family. She knew more about football than most sports commentators, and she never met a bingo game she didn’t like. In addition to being a devoted wife, a loving mother and a proud grandmother, she was an active member of the St. Anthony Club Women’s Guild in Midland.
Visitation will be on Monday, January 29 from 3 – 7 p.m. at Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home, 2026 McMInn Street, Aliquippa 724-375-0496. Tuesday, January 30, departing prayers will begin at 9:30 am in the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima in Hopewell Township. Burial will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Those wishing to honor Rose’s beautiful life can make donations to the Dementia Society of America.

 

Jessica Rae Douds 5/2/1989 — 1/23/2024

Jessica Rae Douds, 34 of Ohioville passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 in Heritage Valley Beaver. She was born in Beaver, PA on May 2, 1989 the daughter of Bruce Buchanan and the late Alane Bloom.  She loved to spend her time crocheting and coloring.  Jessie loved horses, she also loved to draw horses.  She enjoyed going to the beach, and was a truck, car and tractor enthusiast.

She is survived by her husband Rick Douds Jr; her two beloved daughters: Abigail Lee and Ricki Lynn Douds; two brothers: Leonard (Reagan) McElhaney and Jerry McElhaney Jr; two brothers-in-law: Michael (Ashley) Douds, and RJ Douds;  2 nephews: Sonny McElhaney and Michael Douds; her step-father: Jerry McElhaney; and 4 aunts: Tracy “DeeDee” Bryson; Dana Ciamacca, Kathy Buchanan, and Nikki Rozman; and her father-in-law: Rick (Rhonda) Douds.

Friends will be received on Friday from 2~4 and 6~8pm in the Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Aliquippa. Where a funeral service will be held on Saturday at 10am.

The family wishes to thank the nurses and staff in Critical Care at Heritage Valley Beaver for their kindness.