Obituary Listing

Feb 5, 2024

Vieanna M. White, 88, of Rochester, formerly of New Brighton, passed away Monday, February 5, 2024, at home where she resided with her daughter and son-in-law, Evelyn and John Hays. Born June 18, 1935, in Rochester, Pa., she is the daughter of the late Howard and Katheryn (Hammon) Blinn. Vie was a long-time resident of Pulaski Homes in New...

Feb 3, 2024

Robert F. Philips, 92, of Darlington, formerly of Fallston, passed away Saturday, February 3, 2024, in Good Samaritan Hospice, Beaver.

Born May 28, 1931, in Beaver, he is the son of the late Lloyd R. and Bess (McCullough) Philips.  Robert was retired from LTV where he worked in the Account Payable division. He proudly served in the...

Jan 22, 2024

Otis B Richardson, 81, formerly of Wampum, PA went peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 22, 2024.

Born May 13, 1942, in New Castle, PA he was the son of the late Talmadge and Mary (Groom) Richardson. Otis drove cement trucks for several years for Medusa Cement Company.

In...

Jan 10, 2024

“And just as God raised Christ Jesus from the dead, he will give life to your mortal bodies by this same Spirit living within you.” Romans 8:11b. Precious son and brother, Joshua Paul Coen, went to be with Jesus on January 10, 2024, at the age of 43, following a life of multiple disabilities and illnesses.

Joshua...

Jan 6, 2024

Rosemary K. Flajnik, age 75, un- expectedly passed away on January 4, 2024, in her Rochester home. Born on May 1, 1948, in Rochester, Rosie was the beloved daughter of Albert and Nada Flajnik. She was predeceased by her loving parents. Rosie attended St. Cecilia Catholic grade and elementary school in Rochester PA before transitioning to Mount Gallitzin, an...

Dec 29, 2023

James C. Deane, 93, of New Brighton, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, December 29, 2023.

Born September 7, 1930, in Grosse Point, MI, he is the son of the late James T. and Mildred Ann (Gailliot) Deane.  He was a member of Our Lady of the Valley, Holy Family parish. He was a 1948 graduate...

Dec 27, 2023

Walter F. Lapic, 83, of Daugherty Twp., passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2023 at Heritage Valley, Sewickley.

Born April 2, 1940, in New Brighton he is a son of the late Walter and Anastasia (Terek) Lapic.  He was a veteran of the United States Army and a draftsman by profession.  He was a devout Catholic, and long-time...

Dec 25, 2023

Ardell Molter

Ardell Molter, 69, of McGuire Memorial, Daugherty Twp., passed away Monday, December 25, 2023 at Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh.

Born February 22, 1954, in Rochester, Pa., she is the daughter of Elizabeth (Homitz) McVicker and the late Clarence Molter. Ardell attended Life Enrichment Adult Program (LEAP) in Ellwood City, Pa.

She...

Dec 17, 2023

Roberta M. “Bobbi” Lavelle, 84, formerly of Inishbofin, Ireland, passed away Sunday, December 17, 2023, at the home of her daughter, Barbara Carcaise and son-in-law, John Carcaise, surrounded by her loving family.

Born February 10, 1939, in Pittsburgh she was a daughter of the late David and Loretta (Lewis) Gehm.  She retired as a draftsman in the...

Dec 7, 2023

Timothy A. Belkowski, 66, of New Brighton, passed away in his home Thursday, December 7, 2023, after a long battle with lung cancer.

Born March 12, 1957, in New Brighton, he was the son of the late Eugene and Mary (Hunter) Belkowski.  Tim was a graduate of New Brighton High School, Class of 1975. He recently retired,...

Dec 3, 2023

Annabelle (Sinclair) Gibson, 89, of Pulaski Twp, New Brighton, passed away Sunday, December 3, 2023, with her family by her side. Born October 15, 1934 in New Kensington, Pa., she is the daughter of the late Stewart and Clara (Taylor) Sinclair. Annabelle was a very loving mother, grandmother, sister, and a gracious hostess. She loved the outdoors. Annabelle worked...

Dec 2, 2023

Zalanti Haze Fleischman-Schofield, entered the arms of angels, Saturday, December 2, 2023, at Heritage Valley, Beaver.

He was the son of Zackery Haze Fleischman and Maria Ann Schofield.

Zalanti is survived by his siblings, Karia, Kemarah, Theaughn, Kyjon, Kiante, and August Schofield, grandparents, Rosevelt Schofield and Michelle Schofield, along with a host of aunts, uncles,...

Nov 30, 2023

Patricia A. Funkhouser, 73, of Zelienople, formerly of North Sewickley, passed away peacefully, Friday, December 6, 2024, at Passavant Community, Zelienople.

Born May 14, 1951, in New Brighton, she was the daughter of the late James S. and Ruth A. (Walser) Dripps.

Surviving Patricia are her loving husband of 55 years, Danny C. Funkhouser. Her...

Nov 30, 2023

David Ray Lewis, age 77, of New Brighton, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 13th, 2024, at Providence Care Center, Beaver Falls. Born on March 14th, 1947, in Edinboro, he was the son of the late Donald and Gertrude (Wolfe) Lewis. His life was a mix of love, laughter, craftsmanship, and a deep sense of family and friendship.

Nov 30, 2023

Harold Nelson Cain Sr., 85, of Aliquippa, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on May 14, 2024, at Beaver Valley Healthcare and Rehab. Born to the late Julia and Harold Cain on August 4, 1938, Harold Sr. was a graduate of Aliquippa High School and went on to further his education at the Police Academy, Ambridge...

Nov 30, 2023

Paul J. Rowe, 64, of New Brighton, passed away 4/3/2024.

Born October 29, 1959, in McKees Rocks, he was a son of the late Robert and Dorothy (Skubiak) Rowe. Paul was a member of the New Brighton High School class of 1977. He attended the Gemological Institute of America in California, which prepared him to repair jewelry...

Nov 30, 2023

Darcell Ann Mohrbacher, 71, of New Brighton, passed away peacefully at her niece's home in Rochester on Saturday, February 10, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Born May 24, 1952, she was the daughter of the late James Emmit and Mary Margaret (Pickens) Atkinson. She graduated 7th in her class at New Brighton High School, class of...

Nov 30, 2023

In loving memory of Thomas Earl Cookson, 74, of Beaver Falls, who sadly passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at Heritage Valley Beaver.

He was born July 31, 1949, in Rochester, son of the late Earl and Doris (Hindman) Cookson.  He was a Vietnam veteran of the United States Marine Corp.  He worked as a mechanic...

Nov 28, 2023

Ada E. Cox, 81, of New Brighton rejoined the love of her life, Tuesday, November 28, 2023, and they will spend eternity together.

Born April 19, 1942, in Smith’s Ferry, she was a daughter of the late William and Elva (Smith) Davidson.  Ada was a homemaker, who loved spending time with her family.  She loved the Steelers,...

Nov 27, 2023

Gordon C. Taglieri, 77, of New Brighton, passed away Monday, November 27, 2023, with his loving family by his side.

Born March 3, 1946, in Chester, England, he was a son of the late Cosimo and Margaret (Venables) Taglieri.  Upon graduation in 1964 from Freedom High School, he enlisted in the US Navy, where he was an...