Valerie A. Matotek
Apr 11, 2026
Valerie A. Matotek, 74, passed away Saturday April 11, 2026, in Beaver Valley Heatlthcare and Rehabilitation Center.
Born on June 19, 1951 in Beaver Falls, PA, she was the daughter to the late Frank and Rena (Revelant) Davis. Valerie devoted her life to shaping young minds as a dedicated teacher at Blackhawk Elementary School District, where she spent her entire career...
Amy L. Menges
Apr 9, 2026
Amy L. (McAllister) Menges, 62, of New Brighton, passed away at home Thursday, April 9, 2026.
Born March 9, 1964, in Sewickley, Pa., she is the daughter of the late John and Joan (Crossland) Chaney. Amy was a bartender for 37 years in her hometown of New Brighton, she enjoyed the many friends she made over the years. She was devoted...
Kristin Joy Gornek
Apr 4, 2026
Kristin Joy Gornek, 44, of New Brighton, PA, unexpectedly passed away at her residence on April 04, 2026. Born on December 25, 1981, in Pittsburgh, PA, and is the daughter to William Lee and Shirley Starrett-Schoen.
Kristin was a dedicated professional who spent many years working in human resources for Foerster Instruments, where she was known for her kindness, reliability, and...
George L Hall Sr.
Apr 3, 2026
George L Hall Sr., of North Sewickley, born on April 03, 1948 passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loved ones after a long and honorable battle with illness.
He is preceded in death by his parents, George K and Virginia Hall, as well as his brothers Ronald and Gary Hall.
George’s legacy of love will be survived by his...
Marion G Tavernaris
Mar 27, 2026
Marion G. Tavernaris, 70, of Pulaski Twp., passed away at home, Friday, March 27, 2026.
Born June 5, 1955 in Rochester, Pa., she is the daughter of the late Pete and Joanne (Clark) Tavernaris. Marion was a self-employed butcher thoughout Beaver County.
Marion is survived by three children, Steven Smith, New Brighton; Gordon Duchene, New Brighton, and Barrett Duchene, Las Vegas; a...
Cline J. Mitchell
Mar 25, 2026
Cline J. Mitchell, 81, of New Brighton, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Born April 17, 1944, in Aliquippa, Pa., he was the son of the late Cline J. and Sarah (Meridith) Mitchell, Sr.
Cline is survived by his daughter, Wilhelmina Mitchell, New Brighton.
Per his wishes, there will be no services.
Carol A Crudden
Mar 19, 2026
Carol A. Crudden, 75, of Zelienople, PA, passed away on March 19, 2026, at Passavant Community Homes. Born on February 03, 1951 she was the daughter to the late Clinton and Verna (Brenneman) Marshall.
For many years, she worked as a legal secretary in Lawrence County, where her strong work ethic and professionalism left a lasting impression. Outside of her work,...
Donald J Mittner
Mar 18, 2026
The community lost a beloved voice this week when Donald James Mittner passed away at his home on March 18, 2026.
Don, Donnie, Mitt, Coach, Councilman. Through the years, he had many nicknames and titles, but above all things, the titles of husband and dad meant the most. Donald leaves behind his wife of almost 37 years, Aliene (Davidson), and his...
Frank J Namath
Mar 16, 2026
Frank J. Namath, 58, of Baden, PA, passed away on March 16, 2026 at Heritage Valley, Beaver. Born on April 18, 1967, in Monaca, PA, he was the son of the late Robert Sr. and Billie (Bonamn) Namath.
Frank will be remembered as a devoted family man whose greatest joy in life was the time he spent with those he loved...
Evelyn "Betsy" Elizabeth Buck Garmen
Mar 14, 2026
Evelyn Elizabeth “Betsy” Buck Garmen, 77, formerly of North Sewickley Township, went home to her Lord and Savior on March 14, 2026. She has longed to be reunited with her husband John Clark Garmen, who passed away on August 14, 2024.
She was born June 21, 1948, in Germantown, PA, to the late Lucien and Flora E. Veiock Buck.
Betsy was a...
Christina Marie Brooks
Mar 12, 2026
Christina Marie Brooks, 50, of Ellwood City, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on March 12th, 2026, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. A celebration of life service will be held at J&J Spratt Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026, from 5 P.M. until 7 P.M.
Born in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, on March 8th, 1976, Christina spent her life giving every ounce of love...
Betty Ann Rossa
Mar 6, 2026
Betty Ann Rossa, 81, of Rochester, passed away peacefully Friday, March 6, 2026, at Rochester Manor.
Born September 20, 1944, in Beaver Falls, she was a daughter of the late Chester and Anna (Bednar) Rossa.
Surviving Betty Ann are her siblings, Mary Jane Pisano and Chester Rossa, niece, Toni, nephews, Tim, Michael, Stephen, and Jonathan, as well as 21 great-nieces and nephews.
Private...
Paige L. (Porter) Thompson
Mar 4, 2026
Paige L. (Porter) Thompson
Paige L. Thompson, 79, formerly of Ellwood City, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Concordia Villa St. Joseph, Baden.
Born June 30, 1946, in Canonsburg, Pa., she is the daughter of the late Perry and Burney (Kauffeld) Porter. Paige was a past member of the Westminster United Presbyterian Church, New Brighton. Our mother Paige lived the life...
Patricia E McMillen
Mar 2, 2026
Patricia E. McMillen, 85, of Chippewa Township, PA, passed away March 02, 2026, at Heritage Valley, Beaver. Born on February 02, 1941, she was the daughter of the late John H. and Marjorie (Druschel) McMillen.
She dedicated many years to education, shaping young minds with patience and care. Her time teaching at Alexandria Public School and Western Beaver reflected not only...
Joan Enke
Mar 1, 2026
Joan M. Enke, 95, of New Brighton, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026. Born on July 15, 1930, in New Brighton, she was the daughter of the late Jesse B. and Edith P. (Keller) Enke. Joan was always grateful to have been born into a loving and caring family and community, a foundation that shaped her kind and...
William B Miller
Feb 23, 2026
William B. Miller, 89, of Wampum, PA, passed away on February 23, 2026, at the Brighton Rehabilitation and Wellness Center. He was born on April 6, 1936, in Rochester, PA, to the late Clarence and Ethel Miller.
William served his country in the United States Army and his community as a dedicated foreman for the New Brighton Borough for 46 years....
Barbara Jean (Hilberg) Mineard
Feb 23, 2026
Barbara Jean (Hilberg) Mineard passed away February 23, 2026, at Heritage Valley, Beaver after a lengthy battle of dementia and diabetes. She was born on July 30, 1950, to the late Robert and Jean (Smith) Hilberg.
She is survived by her husband Richard “Pete” Mineard of 52 years.
Barbara graduated from New Brighton High School in 1968 and Indiana University of Pennsylvania...
Jean Marie Dempsey
Feb 16, 2026
Jean M. Dempsey, 92, of Economy, passed away Monday, February 16, 2026.
Born December 6, 1933, in Frostburg, MD., she is the daughter of the late Clarence and Leatha (McKenzie) Taylor. Jean was a passionate supporter of Easter Seals and worked many years for Kinder Care, where she nurtured and guided countless young lives.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded...
Charles "Charlie" Wade
Feb 13, 2026
Charles “Charlie” Wade passed away peacefully at home on February 13, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 66 years old.
Charlie was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend. He was steady, dependable, and fiercely protective of the people he loved. He was always there for his family —...
Paul "Bud" Perminter Jr.
Feb 11, 2026
Paul (Bud) Perminter Jr., 56, passed away on February 11, 2026.
Born on December 5, 1969, Paul was a loving and humorous father, brother, and friend whose presence lit up any room and will be missed tremendously. He will be remembered for his selflessness and empathy for others that were contagious.
Paul loved his family unconditionally and left memories that would last...
