Beaver County Times Memorials and Obituaries | We Remember (2024)

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Long Beach, Mississippi Rev. Bertha E Tichinel 1937 — 2024 Rev. Bertha Ellen Tichinel, 86, of Long Beach, MS, and formerly of Swanton, MD, passed away on March 8, 2024, in Gulfport, MS. Born on December 16, 1937, in Neva, TN, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Cassie (OundefinedNeal) Dickens. Bertha was an ordained minister in the Church of the Nazarene since 1986. She served in multiple Nazarene Churches in many different capacities until her move to Long Beach, MS, in 2018, where she attended and served at the Trinity Pentecostal Tabernacle Church. She lived for Christ and her mission in life was to share his love to others. If there was one verse that represented her calling, it was John 3:16. She loved ministering and being a shepherd to... Palm Harbor, Florida Edward J Pontis 1932 — 2024 Edward Joseph Pontis passed away peacefully at his home in Palm Harbor, FL, on March 3, 2024. Formerly a long-time resident of Hookstown, PA, Ed was born in Aliquippa, PA, on March 13, 1932. He graduated from Aliquippa High School and the Community College of Beaver County. Serving four years in the Navy as an aviation electronics "Airdale," he later retired from the HH Robertson Company in Ambridge, PA, but continued to work in maintenance at the Aliquippa Hospital until its eventual closing. He was preceded in death by his father, Steve Pontis, mother, Margaret Pontis, and brother, Steve. Edward is survived by his brother, Robert (Bugsy) Pontis, his loving wife, Marlene (Cookie) Pontis,... Sun City Center, Florida Nicolina Mort Kaukonen 1950 — 2024 Nicolina Mort Kaukonen, aged 73, passed away on February 1 after a 5-year, courageous battle with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. She was born on July 29, 1950, in Steubenville, Ohio, and grew up in Midland, PA. In 1970, she married Gary Kaukonen, and they lived in Beaver, PA, but left for a month in 1972 when they backpacked throughout Europe. In 1974, she gave birth to her loving son Erik, while working at the local Westinghouse plant as a fork-lift operator. In 1978, she decided to change careers and obtained her real estate license. When they moved to Maryland in 1986, Nicki continued her real estate career and was named REALTOR of The Year in... Supply, NC, North Carolina Melissa Catherine Green 1976 — 2024 Melissa Catherine Palazzi Green, age 47 died Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at the Hock Family Pavilion, in Durham, NC surrounded by her family. Melissa was born on June 26, 1976, in Beaver County, PA to Dennis and Elizabeth Kerstetter Palazzi. Melissa loved to fish, the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Pittsburgh Penguins, and sports in general. Nothing was more settling to her than sitting on her mom's pier on the intercoastal waterway and fishing. She also enjoyed horseback riding. She was a loving daughter, wife, and mother and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband: Christopher Green; son Michael Carter Green; mother: Elizabeth "Beth" Dodson; father... New Port Richey, Florida Robert J. Whitten 1925 — 2024 Robert J. Whitten, age 98, of New Port Richey, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024.He was born in Rochester, Pennsylvania, on March 21, 1925. Robert (Bob) graduated from Rochester High School and received a degree in Industrial Engineering from Geneva College.He was married to Della Donley Fox for over 70 years. Bob worked in management and teaching for Colt Industries-Crucible Division, Geneva College, and Jefferson Tech. He had a passion for his family, basketball, golf, baseball, and football.He is survived by his sons James (Tracy) Whitten, David Whitten, and Robert (Laurel) Whitten, Grandchildren Adam Whitten, Collin Whitten, Garrett Whitten, Derek Whitten, Sean Whitten... Largo, Florida Bonnie Lynn Wozniak 1950 — 2024 Bonnie Lynn (Bridgman) Wozniak, 73, of Largo, FL (formerly of Aliquippa, PA) passed away peacefully on Sunday January 28, 2024, in Hospice at Largo Hospital, Largo, FL surrounded by her immediate family. Please visit www.serenityfuneralhomelargo.com for the full obituary. Rock Hill, South Carolina Patricia Simoni Boylan 1946 — 2024 Patricia Simoni Boylan (Pat), age 77, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sunday, January 21, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Paddy and Taormina Simoni. Born February 23, 1946, in Aliquippa, PA, Pat was a 1964 Aliquippa High School graduate, a 1970 Wilma Boyd Career School graduate, and a former flight attendant for Mohawk/Allegheny/US Air. Pat was also a licensed real estate broker since the early eighties, she guided Coldwell Banker, Crestwood Realty, Keller Williams Realty and REMAX Realty over her many years of service. Through her many years of dedicated service, she achieved the 2016 "Realtor of the Year" award from the Beaver County Association of... Austintown, Ohio Randall L. Dougherty 1950 — 2024 Randall L. Dougherty, 73, passed away on January 20, 2024. Born on September 5, 1950, in New Wilmington, PA. Randy's educational pursuits led him to graduate from NATTS Trade School. Equipped with his knowledge and determination, he embarked on a at Verizon Utility as an engineer. Throughout his professional journey, Randy dedicated himself wholeheartedly to his work. However, it was not solely in his career that Randy showcased his indelible character. He had a remarkable personality that was defined by his selflessness and giving nature. In addition to his admirable qualities, Randy was an avid hunter. Additionally, until 2017, Randy gracefully glided across the ballroom floor as a... Canfield, Ohio Thelma J. "Jane" Kwolek 1932 — 2024 Thelma J. "Jane" Kwolek, 91, formerly of Canfield, died late Monday evening, January 8th, at the St. Mary's Alzheimer's Center in Columbiana. Jane as she was affectionately known, was born June 9, 1932 in Wampum, PA, a daughter of the late Charles S. and Ethel G. (Guy) Davis. She was a 1950 graduate of Wampum High School. She then went on to Slippery Rock University where she achieved a Bachelor's degree in education. She worked as a teacher with the Ellwood City School District for more than 30 years, prior to retiring. Jane married Donald J. Kwolek, Sr. on July 3, 1955. They shared 68 years of marriage and many happy memories together. He survives her. She was a member of the... Dundalk, Maryland Charles McClevish, Jr. 1942 — 2023 Charles McClevish Jr., 81, of Dundalk, Maryland, passed from this life on Friday, December 22, 2023 at Meritus Medical Center in Hagerstown, MD. He was the husband of Carolyn McClevish. Born on June 11, 1942, in E. Liverpool, OH, he was the son of the late Charles McClevish Sr. and Mary Kathryn (Chaste) McClevish. He was a graduate of Northwestern High School (Darlington, PA) in 1960. He later received an Associate's Degree from Community College of Baltimore in 1992. He worked for the Army Security Agency and the National Security Agency for more than 35 years. Charles enjoyed fishing, automobiles, and being the family storyteller. He was a veteran of the United States Army. In... Powell, Ohio Linda Wogan Dziedzic 1941 — 2023 Linda Dziedzic, 82, of Columbus, Ohio, formerly of Moon Township, passed away on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at Riverside Methodist Hospital following a brief illness. Born on April 20, 1941, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Irene Wogan (Kowaleski). Linda was a 1959 graduate of Ambridge High School and attended business school in Pittsburgh. She was employed as a Medical Secretary at Duquesne University, Sewickley Hospital, and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Linda is survived by her daughter, Susie (Mickey) Marotti, Columbus, grandson Mitchell Marotti, Cincinnati, and granddaughter, Madison (Jake) Post, Columbus. Along with her loving parents, she is... Stow, Ohio Gerald Phillip Dunn 1945 — 2023 Gerald "Jerry" Phillip Dunn peacefully left this earth on September 13, 2023 after a year long illness. Jerry was born March 20, 1945, in Pittsburgh, PA and lived in Beaver County, PA until 2017 when he moved to Stow, Ohio to be closer to his daughter and her family. Jerry leaves behind his daughter, Carrie Dunn-Lucco, a son-in-law, Frank Lucco and a beloved granddaughter, Ainsley Grace. Jerry also leaves behind two brothers, James T. Dunn and Thomas J. Dunn, two sisters, Kathleen R. Dunn and Margeanne Noel and sister-in-law, Jude A. (Reed) Dunn. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Jerry was preceded in death by Thomas J. Dunn Sr, a decorated war veteran, his... Rock Hill, South Carolina John F Beall 1947 — 2023 formerly of Laurel, MD - Mr. John F. "Jack" Beall,76, passed away Friday, September 1, 2023, at his home. Visitation will be held Monday, September 4, 2023, from 6:00-7:30 pm at Greene Funeral Home Northwest Chapel, 2133 Ebenezer Road, Rock Hill, SC 29732. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at 1:00 pm at First Baptist Church, 481 Hood Center Rd, Rock Hill, SC 29730 with Reverend Jamie Burdette officiating. Visitation will also be held on Friday, September 8, 2023, from 6:00-8:00 pm at Donaldson Funeral Home, 313 Talbott Avenue, Laurel, MD, 20707. Funeral services for Jack will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 1:00 pm at Hope Baptist Church, 8301... Okatie, South Carolina Bonita "Bonnie" K. Raible 1948 — 2023 Bonnie has returned home to be with her Lord Jesus Christ, deceased Mom (Kathryn) & Father (John) and brother Fr Protodeacon John S. Youhas; after her lifelong membership at St. Johns Orthodox Church, Ambridge, PA; followed by her current active membership with St. James Orthodox Church, Beaufort, SC. Soon after her graduation from Aliquippa, PA - Hopewell H.S. ('66), she married and lived her entire adult life in Boca Raton, FL; Rhinebeck, NY; her final 18 years on Callawassie Island, SC. Bonnie is survived by her loving husband of 43 years Ron; Stepdaughter Tammy Wilson and husband, Danny; Granddaughter Mary (Tomasso) Klein of Boca Raton, FL and Grandsons Nicholas Fazio of Lake, OH;... Winston Salem, North Carolina Joyce Lynn Paxton (Shaffer) 1946 — 2023 On July 12,2023 at 11:35pm Jesus took the hand of my beloved and walked her into paradise from the pain and suffering that she dealt with, so she's now home, pain free and in love with Christ. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years Joseph Paxton of the home, One son Joseph Paxton II (Renee) of Winston Salem, NC, Two brothers Harold C. "Scrump" Shaffer (Pat) Aliquippa, PA, Kurt Shaffer (Beth) Salem, Ohio, and a host of nieces and one nephew. A memorial service will be held at 11am Saturday August 5, 2023 at First Alliance Church 1601 Pope Road Winston Salem, NC. In honor of Joyce the family has set up a memorial fund that will be used for the furtherment of the Goodnews Gospel into... Concord, New Hampshire William J. Brown III 1941 — 2023 Rev. Mr. William J Brown III, originally of Aliquippa, PA, aged 81, died peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, July 2, 2023. Bill (Pappy) is survived by his son Kevin P. Brown, his wife Christine Schlegel Brown, and their children Keagan, Connor and Kellen of Eau Claire, WI; and his daughter Kara Brown Quist, her husband Dr. Michael Quist, and their children Patrick and AnnaRose. They reside in Concord, NH. He is also survived by brother George E. Brown and sister-in-law Cindy Brobeck Brown of Center Township, Monaca, PA; brother-in-law John Sommer and his wife Judy Sommer of Beaver Falls, PA; and brother-in-law Eugene Sommer and his wife Barb Sommer of Pittsburgh, PA. He was preceded in... Duluth, Georgia Diane Kay (Pagani) Stoll 1954 — 2023 Diane Kay (Pagani) Stoll 69 of Suwanee, GA passed away June 27, 2023 after an extended illness, in her home surrounded by her family. Diane was born in New Brighton PA on March 16, 1954 and grew up in Patterson Heights Boro / Beaver Falls PA. She was preceded in death by her mother Ila (Jackson) Pagani and her father John (Pappi) Pagani. She graduated from Beaver Falls High School in 1972 and attended Pittsburgh Beauty Academy. She went on to attain her teacher's license at PBA's main location in Pittsburgh in 1976. Diane leaves behind her loving husband John Stoll (Suwanee, Ga), two Children, Christina Marie (Stoll) McRee (Keith) in Sugar Hill, GA and Ryan Michael Stoll (Katherine) in... New Brighton, Pennsylvania Matteo Poggi 1932 — 2023 Matteo Poggi, 90, of New Brighton, PA, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2023. He was born on September 15, 1932 in Ellwood City, PA to the late Antonio and Olga (Felici) Poggi. Matt grew up in Ellwood City, PA in a neighborhood which he called Little Italy. After graduating high school, Matt joined the Navy and worked as a Jet Engine Mechanic and Crew Chief. He served during the Korean War aboard the USS Coral Sea for over three years. As Matt would say, he got to see half the world. After being honorably discharged from the Navy, Matt returned to Pennsylvania eventually settling down in New Brighton, PA and raising a family. Matt had several passions throughout his life, his... Palm Harbor, Florida Dennis William Cambier 1925 — 2023 Dennis W. Cambier formerly of Industry, and an educator at Midland HS for 36 yrs, passed away May 13. Originally from Houtzdale, enlisted in the Army in WW2 and fought in the Battle of the Bulge with Gen.Patton's 3rd Army. Returning, he enrolled at IUP majoring in Business Education where he met his wife of 71 yrs., Camille Rapp of Ambridge, who taught at Western Beaver for 34 yrs. Dennis was PSEA representative for Midland and won State Teacher of the Year. Retiring in '86 he and Camille remained active in the Retired State Teachers Association, lobbying in Harrisburg. They enjoyed ballroom dancing, bridge, and golf in Naples FL, moving full time to Palm Harbor in '16. Two sons,...
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