Marcia J. Scheib, 68, of Hookstown (Hanover Twp.), passed peacefully in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her family on Thursday evening, July 15, 2021. Born August 20, 1952, in Bellevue, she was a daughter of the late Henry P. and Hazel I. (Marker) Schroeder.

A homemaker, Marcia loved her grandchildren, gardening, traveling, sports, car cruises, nickel slots, parties and LIFE! Continue reading →

Nancy Yurcina, 72, of Aliquippa (Raccoon Twp.) passed peacefully Friday afternoon July 9, 2021, at Good Samaritan Hospice; Beaver. Born September 21, 1948, in East Liverpool, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Leland and Edith (Leister) Floyd, also preceding her in death was her step mother Norma Floyd. Her late brothers are Richard, Thomas, James, Bill, Jay, Timothy and Pete Floyd.

Surviving are her husband John “Jack” Yurcina, her daughter Angela Short of Beaver, and her son and daughter-in-law Jamie and Brandi Yurcina of Hopewell. Her brothers and sisters-in-laws are Jack (Judy) Floyd, Don (Sonia) Floyd, David (Roni Lynn) Floyd and her sisters and brothers-in-laws are Jean (Lee) Stewart, Joann (Harry Lang and Kay (Rob) Seymore. Continue reading →

Donna L. Brown, 80, of Hookstown (Hanover TWP.) passed peacefully Friday morning July 2, 2021, in the comfort of her home surrounded by the love of her family.

Born October 20, 1940, in Replete, W.V., she was a daughter of the late Cecil J. and Vada P. (Crowe) Gibson. A domestic engineer all her life, she also belonged to the Ladies Auxiliary of the Hanover VFD where she was also a volunteer firefighter and a first responder for Hanover ambulance service. She enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid hunter, she especially enjoyed the time spent with family and friends.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Bacil R. Brown on November 4, 2018, two brothers Ton and John Gibson and two sisters June McCoy and Opal Beer. Continue reading →

Murle Gene Goodwin, 87, of Industry, passed peacefully in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family on Saturday afternoon June 12, 2021. Born October 22, 1933, in Buckhannon, W.V., he was a son of the late Coleman and Mary (Miller) Goodwin. Murle was a retired truck driver.

He is survived by his wife Mariann (Berkner) Goodwin, a daughter Geanan Murtha and a grandson Patrick Murtha. Continue reading →

Rick had worked as a laborer in the construction industry with a labor union, a member of the Beaver Valley Antique Association, he enjoyed running an 1887 stationary Ohio hay press with his son Brandon Lee, and loved riding his motor cycle, hunting and fishing and watching NASCAR.

Rick was predeceased by his beloved wife JoyceAnn Marie (Belich) Mihalik on May 8, 2018, and his inlaws Frank Andrew and Ann Marie (Dutkovich) Belich. Continue reading →

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With sad and heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved mother and companion, Johanna C. McBride, 71, of Hookstown (Greene Twp.). After a good hard fight against ALS, her passing happened Tuesday evening, May 18, 2021, peacefully in the comfort of her home surrounded by the love of family and friends. She fought the fight on her terms and her way.

Born March 26, 1950, in Hershey, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine (Gasper) Snyder, Sr. Johanna had worked as a medical assistant in the health care industry, and most known in the area for being the best hairdresser around. Continue reading →

Denzil R. Wilson, 56, of Hookstown passed unexpectedly on Monday afternoon, May 17, 2021, at Heritage Valley Beaver after a months long illness. Born January 13, 1965, in New Brighton, he was a son of the late Clinton and Barbara (Wright) Wilson. He had worked as a body mechanic in the trucking industry and enjoyed tractor pulls and drag racing. He was also a member of the Beaver Valley Antique Equipment Group.

Surviving is his wife Connie L. (Bishop) Wilson, his children Amanda Wilson of Brynmawr, Pa., Dustin and his wife Amber Wilson of Georgetown and Brittany George and her fiancé Mathew Wilkins of Georgetown. Brother of Dianne Wilson and her companion Jim Zimmer of Whipple, OH. Beloved pappy of Avery and Danica Wilson and Paisley Wilkins. Continue reading →

Donna R. Daniels, 71, of Georgetown (Hanover TWP.) died peacefully Wednesday evening May 12, 2021, at the Western Pennsylvania Hospital; Pittsburgh. Born September 18, 1949, in Burgettstown, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Margaret (Adamson) Murphy. A homemaker, Donna enjoyed camping, especially with her family, loved going to the Hookstown fair and was an avid cat lover, taking care of countless strays in her lifetime.

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James W. Brinkley, 67, of Georgetown (Hanover Twp.) passed Tuesday morning May 11, 2021, at Heritage Valley Beaver. Born March 16, 1954, in Clarksville, W.V., he was a son of the late Walter Wilson and Mabel (Robinson) Brinkley. James had worked as a mill wright in the steel industry before retiring. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother Kenneth Martin Brinkley. Continue reading →