Joseph A. Agnew (1937-2025)

Joseph A. Agnew, 88, of New Galilee, passed away on December 19th, 2025, in his home.

He was born in New Brighton on March 13th, 1937, in New Brighton, a son of the late Joseph K. and Mabel L. (Diehl) Agnew. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Martha (Aley) Agnew and his stepmother, Lela Agnew. He is survived by his loving children, Joseph Agnew, Janet Agnew, and Melissa Agnew, his siblings: Daniel (Mary) Agnew, Loyal (Margie) Agnew, Doris Adrian, Rebecca Adkins, and Mabel Jane (Robert) Jackson; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Joseph was a proud veteran of the United States Army and retired from Koppel Steel as a crane operator. In his free time, he enjoyed yard work, especially his strawberry patch, and spending time with family and friends.

Friends will be received on Friday, December 26th from 2-4 P.M. & 6-8 P.M. in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of his arrangements.

A funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Saturday, December 27th at 11 A.M. with military honors provided by the Beaver County Special Unit.  Rev. Dan Muir will officiate.

Private interment will follow in Grandview Cemetery, 139 Norwood Drive, Beaver Falls.