Barbara Ann Riggio, 81, of Chippewa Twp., passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, in Concordia at Villa St. Joseph.

Friends will be received on Friday, January 26^th from 2-4pm and 6-8pm and Saturday, January 27th from 8:30am-9:30am in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC.- 117 Blackhawk Rd., Chippewa Twp. Prayers will be held at the funeral home Saturday 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 PA 15010.

Robert W. Potts, 82, of Moon Twp., passed away peacefully on January 17, 2024 at Good Samaritan Hospice at Heritage Valley Beaver.  He was born in Coraopolis on August 27, 1941 the son of the late James & Irma (Miller) Potts.

Robert graduated from Moon High School in 1960. Following, he worked various jobs and eventually found his passion in carpentry. For over 40 years, Robert was the proud owner of Bob Potts Remodeling where “No Job was too Small”. Robert enjoyed hunting, camping, and gambling at the casino. His greatest achievement was becoming a loving grandfather and following them around to all their activities as their biggest supporter.

Robert is survived by his wife of 62 years, Joyce A. (Schnelzer) Potts.  Two children, Lisa Wellhausen (Bob), Ellwood City & John Potts, Pittsburgh. Grandchildren: Tiah Dungan (Andy), Anthony Meneice (Ashley), Michelle Patterson (Doug) & Steven Potts. A step grandson, Tim Wellhausen. Two great grandchildren, Maci Patterson & Alena Dungan.  A brother James Potts, North Dakota and loving dog, Oakley will miss him as well.

In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by two sisters, Eleanor Bruzzese & Judy Carson.

A private memorial service will be held for immediate family members.

The Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Moon Twp. is in charge of arrangements.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: Good Samaritan Hospice (www.concordialm.org) and New Bethlehem Presbyterian Church in Aliquippa.

Ruth Costanza, 90, formerly of Economy, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Samuel and Erma Caskey. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James M. Costanza, sisters, Irma Truskowski, Betty Bigrigg, and her grandson, Marty Costanza Jr.

She is survived by her children, Jim (Edie) Costanza, Jeannie (Mike) Lape, Martin (Denise) Costanza Sr., grandchildren, Jim Costanza, Lexi Costanza, Selena Antill, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Ruth was a devout member of the former Saint Veronica Church (Saint Luke the Evangelist Church) in Ambridge.  Ruth’s love for her family showed through in her everyday life.  Back many years when her “Jimmy” was her everything.   She will always be remembered for her pride in her kids’ lives and their accomplishments.  She always wanted to be a part of their lives, whether with Jim’s car and machinery knowledge, Jeannie’s Duquesne Light activities and baking or Martin’s music.  Ruth worked many years at Red Bull Inn in Ambridge and spent many after work hours with her coworkers relaxing at the pool into the middle of the night.  After that she did childcare for many years for Sammy, Matthew and Jack.  She loved those boys like they were her grandkids and spoke about them often.  She loved company, especially the last three years when her life involved many hospital stays, rehab facilities and assisted living facilities.  She always just wanted to be home and be able to clean her house.  A special thanks to nieces and nephews Joe and Tessie and Randy and Ruby for their visits to the homes and also a special thank you to Cheryl and Tracey for their love and caring of her for many years.  Those friendships were so important to her.

Friends will be received on Friday, January 19, 2024, from 3-7 PM in the Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge, 724-266-2549. A blessing service will be held Saturday, January 20, 2024, at 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Burial is private. Memorial contributions in Ruth’s memory can be made in care of the funeral home.

Lester W. Dixon, 76, of Baden passed away on January 15, 2024. He was the son of the late Maurice and Marybell Dixon. In addition to his parent’s, he was preceded in death by his wife, Beverly Dixon, siblings, Garent Mazur, Donald Dixon, Jimmy Dixon, and Jerry Dixon.

He is survived by his sons, Thomas Dixon and  Richard (Christy) Dixon, his grandchildren, Cody, Dallas, Ashley, and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Lester serviced his country in the United States Army, and was a proud veteran. He worked and retired from the United States Postal Service. Lester was an avid outdoorsman who loved to fish and hunt.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 21, 2024, from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM in the Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge, 724-266-2549. A funeral service will be held on Monday, January 22, 2024, at 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park. Memorial contributions in Lesters memory can be made in care of the funeral home. Full obituary can be viewed at alvarezhahnfs.com

Dawn Renee Sunny, 60, of Beaver Falls was welcomed into her Savior’s loving arms on Monday, January 15, 2024. She was born on March 25, 1963, to Joan Marie (Ruiz) Sunny and the late Baylor Gene Sunny. Dawn devoted her life to taking care of others with special needs while employed at McGuire Home, Allegheny Valley School, and several group homes in Beaver County.
Dawn enjoyed gardening, was an avid reader and a collector of Wizard of Oz memorabilia.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her stepfather, Richard Lucas, grandparents, aunts, and uncles.
Surviving is her loving mother, Joan Marie (Ruiz) Lucas; her sister and brother-in-law, Debbie and John Cline; her stepbrother and his wife, Richard and Darla Lucas; her uncle and his wife, Reverend Frank Sunny and Karen; cousins, Amanda, Eric and Ben; her closest friends, Julia Csoman and neighbors, Mike, Sonya, Robin, Kristy, Cindy and her fur baby, Ginger.
Dawn’s wish was to be cremated and entombed with her father in Sylvania Hills Mausoleum.
A special thank you to Dr. Carl Sestito.

Thomas C. Tray, 77, of Brighton Twp., passed away peacefully on January 16, 2024.
Born on September 29, 1946, to the late Mario and Beryl Tray, Tom was a 1964 graduate of Beaver Area High School. At the young age of 17, he signed on to serve in the United States Navy. He then attended and graduated from Penn State University in 1968 with an Associate’s Degree. Tom was employed at First Energy/Penn Power, for over 30 years. During his retirement, Tom was meticulous in restoring his 1955 Chevy BelAir. He was an avid Steelers Fan, dedicated beer drinker, and all-around generous hard-working man with a great sense of humor. Tom will be remembered as a loving father, “grandpap”, husband, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend.
Tom is survived by his wife, Diane Tray; his two daughters, Stephanie (Luke Henry) Tray, Heather (Christopher) Opalinsky; sister, Nancy (Jerry) Zachewicz; brother, Richard (Beth) Tray; grandchildren, Samantha and Charlotte Opalinsky, Shiloh Henry, and Kelsey and Thomas Opalinsky; along with his wife’s children, Kathleen, Michelle, and David; multiple step-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; special cousins, Ruth and Joe Fuller; and his former wife and friend Kathleen Tray.
The family suggests honoring his memory by raising a glass, doing an unexpected favor, or leaving an extra-large tip to your next server.
His daughters would like to provide a special thank you to the amazing staff at Cambridge Falls for the loving care of their dad.
Family and Friends will be received on Sunday, January 21, 2024 from 1pm-3pm and 5pm-7pm in the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver, PA 15009. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.
Private Interment and Military Rites to take place at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Tom’s name to the Wounded Warriors Project, https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/donate, or Alzheimer’s Research

Michaela Marie Lutz, 26, of New Brighton, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, in her residence.

Born January 4, 1998, in Beaver, she was the daughter of James A. and Michelle D. (Herron) Lutz. Michaela attended the Indiana University of Pennsylvania; loved her harp, artwork, farm animals, plants, and her precious daughter Ember Rose. She loved spending time with her family, especially game nights.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her daughter, Ember Rose Lutz; five brothers, James Andrew, Jacob Aaron, Petty Officer 2^nd Class Caleb Joseph, Daniel Peter, and Gabriel Michael Lutz; paternal grandparents George and Rosalyn Lutz; maternal grandmother Sandra Herron; and many well-loved uncles, aunts and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Abigail Rose Lutz and her maternal grandfather Larry Herron.

A private graveside service will be held at St. John’s “Burry’s” Church Cemetery, New Sewickley Township.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 20^th at 11:00 at the Christ Presbyterian Church, 828 Blackhawk Rd., Beaver Falls PA 15010.  Pastor Scott Moreland will officiate.

Memorial contributions may be made, if desired, to Christ Presbyterian Church, designated “Lutz Family”, to be placed in a trust fund for her three-year-old daughter, Ember Rose.

Arrangements were handled by Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc.- www.gabauerfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Janice J. Scassa, 81, of Vanport, passed away after a brief illness on January 14, 2024, at Good Samaritan Hospice, at Heritage Valley Beaver.
Born on February 03, 1942, in Wilkinsburg, PA, to the late George and Virginia Cessna, Janice was very strong woman for her family, and will be remembered as a loving wife, caring mother, and devoted grandmother. She also was an avid sports fan, and loved to shop, having been a true fashionista.
Along with her parents, Janice is preceded in by her husband, Alex J. Scassa (2001); brother, Edward; and sister, Shirley.
Janice will be sadly missed by her two sons and their wives, Mark and Kate Czartoryski, and Jeff and Louise Czartoryski; her brother and his wife, William and Susan Cessna; ten grandchildren; one great-grandchild, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Family and Friends will be received in the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver, PA 15009, on Thursday January 18, 2024, from 2pm until the time of service at 5pm. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.
Inurnment to take place at a later date with her husband.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be shared in Janice’s name to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Rd, Aliquippa, PA, 15001 or Good Samaritan Hospice, 1000 Dutch Ridge Road, Beaver, PA 15009.

Louis A. “Sonny” Simon, jr., 87, of Center Township, died on Friday, January 12, 2024, in Greenery Specialty Care Center, Canonsburg.

Born on April 8, 1936, in Beaver Falls, he was the son of the late Louis A. Sr. and Genevieve (Sydlik) Simon.

Sonny had worked for St. Jospeh Lead Company for many years and was a member of Holy Trinity Church of St. Mary’s Parish.  Louis graduated from Beaver Falls High School in 1954 and served the following 8 years in the United States Air Force.

In addition to his parents, Sonny was preceded in death by his wife, Sandra L. (Fritz) Simon; and a sister, Margaret Simon Laich.

He is survived by his children, Trina L. (Mark) Elbert of Germantown, MD, Timothy L. (Mary) Simon of Douglasville, GA, and Shawn A. Simon of Lake Oswego, OR; grandchildren, Mallory Elbert Langford (Fritz), Andrew Simon, Michael Elbert, Matthew Simon, Samuel Simon, and Nate Simon; two great grandchildren, Jack and Molly Langford; a sister, Patricia “Patty” Simon Oswald; an uncle, Frank Skrajny; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Friends will be received on Friday, January 19^th from 2-4PM & 6-8PM in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls.

Prayers will be offered in the funeral home on Saturday, January 20^th 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. John Naugle will serve as celebrant.

Interment, with Military Honors accorded by the Beaver County Special Unit, will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Monica Church of St. Augustine Parish, 116 Thorndale Dr., Beaver Falls, PA 15010.

Dorothy Grace Umstead, 82, of Beaver Falls, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at Beaver Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Born on March 30, 1941, in Beaver Falls, she was the daughter of the late John and Sarah (Contestible) Pulcini.

Dorothy had worked for the Beaver County Assessment Office for many years and was a faithful member of the Beaver Assembly of God, now Ridge Pointe Family Church.  She was an outstanding organist with a strong faith.  Her family meant the world to her.

Dorothy is survived by her children, Michael Umstead, Judith Umstead, and Sandra Umstead; grandchildren, Elsa, Faith, Steve, Ben, and Natalie; great-grandchildren, Aliey, Arnez, Noelle, and Malacai; a brother, Eli Pulcini; a sister, Diane Weir; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a great-grandson, Thoren; five brothers, and two sisters.

A Chapel Service will be held on Thursday, January 18^th at 1PM at the Williamsburg Chapel of Beaver Falls Cemetery with Rev. Bruce Timothy Michaux as officiant.

The GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATIOJN SERVICES, INC., Chippewa Twp., was honored to provide care and guidance during this time.