Patricia Meehan, 64, of Baden, passed away on June 19th, 2025, at Highland Hills Post Acute in McCandless.  She was born in Sewickley on July 8th, 1960, the daughter of the late James and Thelma (Casto) Haymond. Patricia is survived by her three children, Chris (Angela) Meehan, Jamie (Chris) Isom and Chelsea (Jon) Carter, four grandchildren, Shaun (Autumn) Thomas, Amber, Lane and Ryder Carter, and soon-to-be, Weston Carter, a brother, Rick Haymond, a niece, Kellie (Kyle) Himes and numerous cousins.

Patricia possessed a special gift for working with children. She was the director of the children’s ministry at the Baden Methodist Church, where she was also an avid patron.  Patricia took great pride in her appearance and would not leave the house without her hair fixed and make-up on. She loved her bling and her favorite saying was, “Ruby’s, diamonds and gold!”  Above all, Patricia’s greatest joy in life was her grandchildren. She will be loved and missed, always.

In accordance with Patricia’s family’s request, services are private. A Memorial Service in Patricia’s honor is planned for a future date. Arrangements have been entrusted to the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge.

Wilma Jean Slyman, 99, of Winston Salem, North Carolina, passed away at her home, on May 4th, 2025. She was born on May 26th, 1925, in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Sam and Phoebe Eazer Haddad. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Anthony Slyman, her sister, Mildred Davis, and her brother, William Haddad. She is survived by six children and their spouses: Dr. Jim and Trish Slyman, Beth and John Parks, Peggy and Bill Reingold, John and Hidemi Slyman, Tom and Karen Slyman, Jeanne and Tim Gallagher; as well as her twenty grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren, and her brother, Dr. George Haddad. Known to many as “Sittoo” (Arabic for grandmother), Wilma’s life story can be described through three overlapping arcs: faith, family, and service. Wilma lived a life rooted in faith. She was a devout Catholic, devoted follower of Christ, and guided by the teachings of Scripture, she was an encouragement to her children, and those around her.
Wilma’s love for her family can best be described through 1 Corinthians 12 verses 4-7: “Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful, it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.” She was a dedicated wife to her late husband, Michael Anthony Slyman, a devoted mother to her to her six children, a fierce Sittoo to a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and a wise mentor and friend to countless others. She was an avid Steelers fan, she was at Three Rivers Stadium to witness the Immaculate Reception. Her bright smile will be remembered by all. Shaped in the Great Depression and by World War II, Wilma was called to a life of service. After graduating with a degree in nursing from St. Francis Hospital, Wilma’s 50-year career included caring for veterans, working night shift at the hospital, working as a pediatric nurse for her brother, Dr. George Haddad and working as a family practice nurse for Dr. Stephen Hux. Wilma’s desire for a purpose-filled life extended well beyond her profession, giving sacrificially to her family and friends. Whether it was caring for grandchildren, lending a listening ear, or baking amazing bread, pies, and holiday cookies, Wilma loved well and was well loved.
Wilma’s wish was to be cremated. The family is receiving friends on Thursday, June 26th, from 10 a.m. until the time of a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. at St. Cecilia Roman Catholic Church, 628 Virginia Avenue, Rochester. A private inurnment will then take place at St. Cecilia Cemetery Mausoleum, laying Wilma to rest next to her late husband.
The family extends their gratitude for the women who lovingly cared for their mother over the last years: Starr Cartrette, Constance Graham, Jackie Baldwin, Cynthia Henao, Sierra Dobbs, Candace Kimbrough, Valerie Long, Michelle Trent, Laverne Sherrill, and Da’ton Edwards.
The family also would like to express their sincere appreciation to Mountain Valley Hospice and Trellis for their help in providing care and peace to our mother in her last days. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to mtnvalleyhospice.org or Trellissupport.org.
Wilma’s arrangements have been entrusted to the William Murphy Funeral Home Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester.

Mary Ellen Lovra, 72, of Baden, passed away on June 18th, 2025. She was born in Aliquippa on December 4th, 1952, the daughter of the late Edward and Rita (Welker) VanRyn. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Raymond (Rose) VanRyn and her brother-in-law, Bert McWilliams. She is survived by her husband of 44 years, John Lovra, a daughter, Tanya (Chris) Mellinger and four grandkids that knew her as Minnie, Raeannah and Meghan Clark and Ava and Kaleb Mellinger. She will also be missed by her goddaughter, Dana (Howard) Kantrowitz along with many nieces and nephews. 

Mary Ellen loved her family with all her heart and enjoyed any time she could spend with them. She also enjoyed quilting, reading, scrabble with John and bowling in Thursday Niters for the past three years. 

Her family would like to thank Dr. Brian Everhart, her personal physician for over 20 years. Also, a special thanks to Dr. David Geller and Dr. Robert Schillo along with the outstanding nurses and staff at UPMC Cancer Center that took such great care of her over the last seven years. 

Friends will be received on Monday, June 23rd from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. in the Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Aliquippa, 2345 Mill Street, Aliquippa, where a funeral service will be held on Tuesday, June 24th at 10:30 A.M. Committal and interment will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park, 450 Penn Avenue, Aliquippa. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the cancer charity of your choice. 

Sheila Rea Brown, 86, of Ellwood City, formerly of Beaver, passed away on June 18th, 2025, after a battle with cancer at Creek Meadows of Zelienopole.

She was born in Bobtown, Pennsylvania on October 14th, 1938, a daughter of the late John and Beulah Hager. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Francis Brown, Sr. and her sisters, Eleanor Tressler and Joyce Wilson. She is survived by her sons, Jeffery Lynn (Amy) Brown and John Francis (Toni Celeste) Brown, her daughter, Tracy Renee (Regis) Brown Grote, her grandchildren: Jacob Samuel (Shannon) Brown, Sarah Taylor (Nicholas) Holmes, Andrew James Brown, Elizabeth Ann (Jeff) DuBar, Kathleen (RC) Dunham, Frances Marie Brown; as well as her great-grandchildren: Jace Frank Holmes, Lottie Rea Holmes, Ada Marlene Brown, Carina Ann Brown, Tyler Joseph Dunham, Noah Mathew Dunham, Sarah Rose DuBar; along with her sister, Janet Adams, several nieces and nephews and her close friend, Lori Pharshal.

Sheila was a retired secretary and a member of both Our Lady of the Valley Parish and St. Peter and Paul Church of Beaver. She was a den mother who volunteered with Meals on Wheels, Easter Seals, and the Beaver Library. In her spare time, she loved to read and do jigsaw puzzles.

Friends will be received on Saturday, June 21st, from 1 p.m. until the time of a blessing service at 3 p.m. in the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver. Private interment will take place at Sylvania Hills Cemetery, 273 PA-68, Rochester. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.

Carole Anne Comley, née McCaughtry, 81, of Chippewa, passed away peacefully on June 12th, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born in New Brighton on June 22nd, 1943, the daughter of the late Ralph D. and Dorothy A. McCaughtry of Chippewa. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gary Comley of Patterson Township. She is survived by a younger brother, Kenneth McCaughtry and his wife, Joni, sons Adam and his wife Patty, and Gary, her beloved grandchildren Adam, Ashley, and Aaron, and her great-grandchildren, Kane and Brookston.

Carole graduated from Beaver Falls High School. She grew up in West Mayfield and later in Chippewa. After some time traveling the Western and Mid-Western United States, she settled in Patterson Township. Carole served the Beaver County community for many years as a registered nurse in the Emergency Center at Heritage Valley Beaver, along with a lengthy tenure at Suburban General Hospital in Bellevue in Allegheny County.  A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, June 24th at 6 P.M. at Pathway Church, 239 Braun Road, Chippewa. Professional services and arrangements were entrusted to Corless-Kunselman Funeral Services, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls.

Diana G. (Gillin) Hopkins, 64, of Industry, passed away on June 17th, 2025 in her home surrounded by the loves of her life. She was born in Aliquippa on June 1st, 1961, the daughter of the late Paul “Jake” Gillin, Jr. and Connie L. Gillin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her father-in-law and her mother-in-law, Frank and Barbara Hopkins, her sister-in-law, JoEllen Lynch, her brother-in-law, Clifford Lynch and her brother-in-law, John Hopkins. She is survived by her devoted husband, Steven D. Hopkins, her daughters, Heather (Zachary) Mamula and Hillary (Lucas) Waldeck, her grandchildren Stevie Waldeck, Wallen Waldeck and Haley Atwood, her nephews, Josh (Melissa) Hopkins and Justin (Jennifer) Lynch, her niece, Manda Lynch Kerr, many cousins, great-nephews and great-nieces that she loved dearly and her special friend, Barb Davis.

Diana graduated from Center High School with the Class of 1979 and went onto receive an associate’s degree from the Community College of Beaver County. She practiced as a hairdresser for a brief period before returning to school to become a certified lab technician. Diana married the love of her life, Steven D. Hopkins, on October 10th, 1981. Diana took a leave from her career to raise her two girls. After taking a break, she took a position at Moderne Glass in the etching department up until 2006 when she was diagnosed, and won her battle against breast cancer. Later in life, she took a position with Sensible Organics as a Quality Control Lab Tech. She retired in 2020 to become a full-time grandma.

In addition to being a devoted wife and mother, she enjoyed spending any free time with family, weekend trips to camp, and shopping sprees at Boscov’s. She had various talents in the crafting world. She designed and sewed various projects including Raggedy Ann dolls and costumes for her girls. She crafted various flower arrangements and enjoyed tole painting over the years. Her most recent projects were crocheting sweaters and blankets that she could finish in record time.

The family would like to express their utmost gratitude to Good Samaritan Hospice especially nurse Jessica Alberti, a loving family friend, who provided compassionate care to Diana in her final days.

In accordance with Diana’s wishes, there will be no public visitation with a private service for immediate family only. Arrangements are entrusted to Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca. Any donations can be made to Good Samaritan Hospice or The American Cancer Society on behalf of Diana Hopkins.

Robert (Bob) Joseph Parrish, 52, of Monaca, passed away on June 17th, 2025. He was raised in the town of Monaca by his parents, Wes Parrish Sr. and the late Mary Fedeles. Monaca was where he attended the schools, participated in sports, and made lifelong friends in the tightly knit community. Following his 1990 graduation from Monaca High School, he attended Garfield Business School. Prior to his health struggles, he was employed at Service Link in Moon Township. A lifelong lover of most sports, Robert had a special place in his heart for basketball. Even with all his health struggles, he continued to amaze family and friends with his knowledge of sports statistics or recalling classic matches, always with a twinkle and mischief in his baby blue eyes. In his memory, play a quick game of pickup basketball, shoot hoops, or take the time to watch a basketball game. He faced many health challenges in recent years, including complications from diabetes and a stroke he suffered at the age of 40. Through it all, he was cared for lovingly and devotedly by his father, Wes Parrish. A retired construction worker, Wes learned everything he needed to know to care for him: amazing his doctors and nurses with his knowledge. In addition to his father, he is survived by Nancy Parrish, his sister, Carla Goe (Bill Bryan), his brother, Wes Parrish Jr, his daughter, Tara Parrish, his very special nieces, Olivia (Isaac) Parrish Covert and Emma Parrish, his sister-in-law, Richelle Parrish, several aunts, uncles, and cousins, his stepfather, Lee Fedeles and his daughters, Lisa (Jim) Denkovich and Krista (Dominick) Treemarchi and family. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Evelyn Parrish Robinson & Frank Parrish, maternal grandparents Carl & Gertrude Beatty, and his aunt, several uncles, and cousins who passed before him.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue Monaca. A visitation will be held there on Sunday, June 22nd from 2 P.M. until 5 P.M. A funeral service will also be held at the funeral home on Monday, June 23rd at 11 a.m., followed by burial at St. John the Baptist Cemetery, 1270 Chapel Road, Monaca.

Robert will be missed more than words can express and remembered forever by all who had the blessing of knowing him.

Kenneth Ray Moorhead, 83, of Kittanning, passed away on June 14th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 30, 1942, the son of the late Kenneth and Grace Moorhead, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, of 62 years, Darlene Moorhead, three daughters and sons-in-law, Stacy and Lawrence Infantozzi, Jr., Dyan and Edwin Rachuba, Jr., and Kristen and Joshua Lewis, as well as three grandchildren, Ryan Infantozzi, Trevor Infantozzi, and MacKenna Lewis and three sisters, Luana McKee, Darla Mechling, and Cathy Seniow. He graduated from Worthington High School and then answered his call to be a United States Marine.

Kenneth proudly served his country at both Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, and Naples, Italy. As a Marine, he presented Christmas gifts through Toys for Tots to young boys and girls at local orphanages in Italy. As Corporal, he received an Honorable Discharge with two metals, Expert in shooting accurately and Good Conduct.

Returning from service in 1963, he then married Darlene Gaiser, and together they raised three daughters. His drive to provide for his family led him to work in various organizations, including Metropolitan Life and UPS, before spending most of his career in the gas and oil drilling industry, retiring with Range Resources.

He enjoyed hunting with family during white tail deer season with a true passion for his yearly trip out West with family members and friends to hunt Elk in the snowy mountains of Colorado. His most proud hunting trip included shooting a 6 x 6 Elk at 700 yards with one shot.

He also enjoyed spending his leisure time with his wife traveling to various auctions and bidding on treasures from the past. His love for trains and the great outdoors took him on a trip to Alaska with his family where he spent the entire trip standing on the back deck of the caboose as it traveled the Skagway White Pass Summit. In his younger years, him and Darlene belonged to a Square Dance Club, Naughty Pines, in Indiana, PA, and do-si-doed in matching outfits.

As a member of the Seneca Lodge No. 805 Free and Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania Kittanning, Pennsylvania and Elks Lodge 203 of Kittanning, Ken also had a passion for animals and was greatly involved with the Orphans of the Storm and Kittanning Kennel Club and supported the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.

All loved Ken’s sense of humor, quick wit, and facial expressions. Gatherings with family and friends always included laughter, love, and smiles.

Family and friends will be invited to a service yet to be announced at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies in Bridgeville, as well as a Celebration of Life Service in Freeport, Pennsylvania that is yet to be announced. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home, Inc., 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa.

Michaeleen P. Black, 78, of Big Beaver Borough, passed away on June 16th, 2025 at her residence. She was born in Pittsburgh on October 2nd, 1946, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Michael and Nora Soccio Benko. She is survived by her loving husband, David G. Black, two sons, David G. Black II and Jason Black and two sisters, Betty Ann Kotula and Bernadine (Dennis) Metcalf. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, John Benko. Friends will be received on Thursday, June 19th from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. at CORLESS-KUNSELMAN FUNERAL SERVICES, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, where a blessing service will be held on Friday, June 20th at 10 A.M. Interment will be private at Calvary Cemetery of Freedom. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Michaeleen’s name to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105.