Obituary Listing

Jul 3, 2025

Noreen C. Wurzel, 84, of North Sewickley Township went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at her residence surrounded by loved ones.

Born January 17, 1941, in Lackawanna, New York, she was the daughter of John and Ruth Fulton. She was married for 60 years to her high school sweetheart & the...

Jun 23, 2025

Larry Bohannon, 73, of McGuire Memorial, formerly of Youngstown, OH, departed this life on June 23, 2025.

Born September 28, 1951, in Youngstown, OH., he was the son of the late James S. and Jane (Carter) Bohannon.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Bohannon.

Surviving...

Jun 16, 2025

FAMILY REQUESTS NO FLOWERS

Our Mother. Our Coach. Our Compass. It’s impossible to capture the force that was our mom—Patricia Louise McCracken—in a few paragraphs. She wasn’t just a mother, a grandmother, a sister, or a friend. She was a presence. Tough as nails, fiercely independent, and full of heart, she taught us how to stand on...

Jun 4, 2025

Eric Dean Bostwick, 51, of Ohioville, passed away at home unexpectedly, Wednesday, June 4, 2025.

Born July 17, 1973, in Rochester, he is the son of Dean A. and Sue (Anderson) Bostwick.   He was a proud graduate of Beaver High School, Class of 1991 and attended Church of the Living Christ, Beaver.  Eric dedicated much of his...

Jun 2, 2025

Francis (Skip) J. Ribar, 78, of New Brighton, PA, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA.

Skip was preceded in death by his parents, Katherine Ribar Trappen and Francis Trappen. Following his mother’s passing, he was lovingly raised by his uncle and aunt, the late...

Jun 2, 2025

Sylvia A. Karcesky, 86, of North Sewickley, passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2025, in Concordia at Villa St Joseph, Baden.

Born May 28, 1939, in Greenville, PA, she was a daughter of the late Kenneth and Esther (White) Groover. She was a long-time waitress at the Wooden Angel. She was one of a kind, full of spunk,...

Jun 1, 2025

Keith "Bud" Heid, 66, of New Brighton, Pa., passed away at home, Sunday, June 1, 2025.

Born April 9, 1959, in Beaver Falls, he is the son of the late Paul and Frances (Byrd) Heid.  Bud spent much of his working life employed by Valley, Aiken, and Burgess refuse companies, where he was known not just for...

May 25, 2025

Terrie Sue Birge, 66, of Bridgewater, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, May 25, 2025, in her residence.

Born November 16, 1958, in Rochester, she was the daughter of the late Telford and Betty (McCullough) Birge.  Terrie was a graduate of Beaver High School.  She worked for many years at the Brighton Hot Dog Shoppe.  She was a member...

May 21, 2025

SERVICES WILL BE STREAMED LIVE ON THE NEW BRIGHTON METHODIST CHURCH FACEBOOK PAGE.

PLEASE NO FLOWERS

Nancy Jane (Mooney) Schettig, 84 years old, died on May 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, after a lengthy illness. A resident of Franklin, PA for the past 10 years and a part-time resident of Buffalo, WY from...

May 19, 2025

Peggy Anne (Lutz) Marecic passed away peacefully, in the loving comfort of her daughter Michelle in the early morning of Monday, May 19th. Peggy has now joined her husband of 58 years, Charles “Lunk” Marecic. The two dedicated their lives to raising their family together. Born October 28, 1940, she is the daughter of the late Roy and Betty...

May 17, 2025

Darla Ruth Sinovic, 65, of Freedom, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Heritage Valley, Sewickley.

Born August 29, 1959, in Sewickley, Pa., she is the daughter of the late Vincent D. and Edna (Horstman) Sinovic. Darla graduated at the top of her class from Community College of Beaver County, with a degree in nursing.  She worked...

May 8, 2025

James E. Hinzy, 87, of Bridgewater, Pa., passed away peacefully, Thursday, May 8, 2025, at Heritage Valley, Beaver.

Born October 24, 1937, in Stoystown, Pa., he is the son of the late Homer and Bessie (Pyle) Hinzy.  Jim proudly served his country in the United States Army.  Following his time in the Army, he began a long...

May 7, 2025

David George Osman (1948-2025) was the beloved son of the late George and Laura (Altsman) Osman. A lifelong resident of Beaver Falls, he is survived by his brothers, Lawrence (Sherry) Osman and Michael (Nancy) Osman. He is also survived by four children; Wende (Demir) Dikec, Sean (Darla) Smilek, Christine (Jon Hermansderffer) Osman, and Torri (Ron Thompson) Osman; seven grandchildren;...

May 3, 2025

Colonel William H. Donley, 93, of North Sewickley Twp., passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, Saturday, May 3, 2025.

Bill was a proud graduate of Altoona High School.  Following his high school graduation, Bill pursued higher education at the University of Pittsburgh, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree as a recipient of...

May 2, 2025

Josephine G. Marchwinski, age 89, formerly of Beaver Falls, PA, peacefully passed away on May 2, 2025 surrounded by her loving family at Forest Hill Heights in Forest Hills, Maryland.

Born June 16, 1935, in New Brighton, PA, she was the daughter of the late Caroline (Hrvoj) and Grga Grecich. Josephine, affectionately known as Josie, was a...

Apr 28, 2025

Richard Stephen Lasse, lovingly known as “Pop Pop” to his grandchildren and “Dick” to friends, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025, at the age of 89. A dedicated husband, father, grandfather, athlete, coach, and teacher, his faith in his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ was the foundation of his life and what guided him. Dick lived a life...

Apr 24, 2025

Vincent Paul Townley, 62, of New Brighton, passed away at home April 24th, 2025, with his wife, and children by his side. Vince was born July 30th, 1962, to LaVerne (Buck) and Rita Townley in Grove City.

After graduating from Grove City, Vince continued his education at the University of Pittsburgh Jonhstown. Vince began his journalism career...

Apr 18, 2025

William "Bill" Rearick, of New Brighton, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Good Friday, April 18, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, compassion, and quiet dignity. Bill devoted many years of his life to helping others through his work at Holy Family Institute in Emsworth, where he served as a Unit Coordinator, and most recently as a caregiver at...

Apr 12, 2025

Rose E. Scally, 73, of New Brighton, passed away Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Heritage Valley, Beaver, surrounded by family.

Born December 15, 1951, in Beaver Falls, she was a daughter of the late Paul K. and Eleanor E. (Skillenger) Scally.  Rose worked as a secretary in the offices of New Brighton School District for 35 years...

Apr 11, 2025

Thomas Sutton Liberty, of Beaver Falls, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2025, at Concordia at Villa St. Joseph.

Born in New Brighton on July 7, 1942, he was the son of the late Ralph Liberty and Evelyn T. Liberty.

He attended Beaver Falls High School and later earned his GED from the Community College...