David P. Wilson, Jr., 65, of Beaver (Brighton Twp.), died unexpectedly Sunday morning, September 13, 2020.

Born January 11, 1955, in Huntington, W.Va., he was a son of the late David Wilson, Sr. and Peggy Jo (Frazier) Wilson. He had worked as a merchant mariner and was a U.S. Navy veteran serving for 22 years. He served as a Tugmaster, and Special Warfare Combatant Craft Crew Member. Additionally, he was a crew master diver, and also worked for the Edison Chouest Offshore. He received the U.S. Navy Commendation Medal, Navy Achievement Medal, National Defense Medal and Expert Pistol Shot Medal, and Surface Warfare Specialist Designation and many more.

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Jason A. Hughes, 39, of West Mifflin, died unexpectedly Sunday, August 16, 2020.

Born May 13, 1981, in Aliquippa, he was the beloved son of Mark A. Hughes. Beloved husband of 12 years to Brynn (Athey) Hughes and dearest father of Cadman, Evan and Jason A. Hughes Jr., all at home. Continue reading →

Joseph T. Gates of Georgetown, Pa., 74, passed away on August 2, 2020, in the comfort of his home with his wife, Kay and his children at his bedside.

He was the son of the late John and Anna Gates and was preceded in death by his sister, Helen Fetterman and brother, Henry Gates.

He spent his working years at Weirton Steel and then went on to work at Auma Actuators.  He was honored to have served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War.  Mr. Gates was a lifelong member of the VFW and American Legion.  He enjoyed traveling and playing the slot machines. Continue reading →

Philip Ross (Buzz) Kincaid, Sr., 86, of Hookstown, Pa., died in his home on Friday afternoon, July 31, 2020. Born August 4, 1933, in Crafton, Pa., the son of the late Cornelius and Ethel Kincaid.

He is survived by his wife, Patty Lynn; one daughter, Anita and her son, Daniel; three sons, Neil and his wife Cindy; David and his two sons, David and Wyatt and a daughter, Harli; and his youngest son, Michael; stepdaughter, Dana; and two stepsons, Jeffrey and Scott and Scott’s son, Justin. He is also survived by his grandson, Christopher and his children, Ryan, Jeremy and Adam; his great-granddaughter and buddy, Angelia; along with three nieces and a nephew.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Louis (Dale) and George; a sister, Ethel (Sis); two children, Cynthia (Cindy) and Philip, Jr.; and two ex-wives. Continue reading →

Albert W. Call died Thursday afternoon July 30, 2020, at Heritage Valley Beaver ER. Husband of Beulah May “Holden” Call.

No viewing or services are planned. Professional services provided by McConnell Funeral Home, Hookstown, Pa.

Richard S. Evans, 73, of Greene Twp., passed away Friday evening, July 17, 2020, after a brief illness. Born January 12, 1947, in Rochester, Pa., he was a son of the late Michael J. Sr. and Dorothy (Bartosh) Evans.

A graduate of South Side High School class of 1964, he was drafted into the U.S. Army in September 1966. He served our country during the Vietnam conflict where he was wounded during combat by rocket fragments in Edape Nang Vietnam. He was honorably discharged as a Sergeant in November 1968 and was awarded the Purple Heart. Continue reading →

Claude Goodman, 96, of Georgetown (Hanover Twp.), died Friday afternoon, July 17, 2020, in Providence Health Care Beaver Falls.

Born November 23, 1923, in Pikeville, Kentucky, he was the last surviving child born to the late Burch and Vadney (Branham) Goodman. He had worked as a truck driver in the construction industry, retiring from Starvaggi in 1986 (now known as Weirton Ice & Coal Co.) He was also a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during World War II. Continue reading →

Kenneth R. Reed Sr., 65, of Hookstown (Hanover Twp.), died Sunday evening, July 12, 2020, in the Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, surrounded by the love of his wife and sons.

Born August 4, 1954, in East Liverpool, Ohio, he was a son of the late Earl and Leona (Wilkinson) Reed. Ken had worked as a contractor in the construction industry along with being the former owner/operator of Reed’s Dairy Farm. He was also a board member at the Mill Creek Hill Cemetery.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Frank Reed, and sisters, Sylvia Ann Meyers, Gloria Kolar, Ivy Reed and Margaret Marie Reed. Continue reading →

Michael C. Gamble, 73 of Hookstown (Greene Twp.) died unexpectedly Saturday evening, July 11, 2020, in his Hookstown residence.

Born August 14, 1946, in East Liverpool, Ohio, he was a son of the late Cramer and Mary (Sovich) Gamble. Mike was an avid hunter and fisherman. Continue reading →

Clarence Terry Berger, 72, of East Liverpool, Ohio, (St. Clair Twp.) died Sunday evening, June 28, 2020, at the Passavant Community Center, Zelienople.

Born May 3, 1948, in Rochester, he was a son of Betty (Ewing) Berger Herron of Aliquippa and the late Clarence Berger Jr. Terry had worked as a VA. Administrator for the U.S. Government and was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving during the Vietnam War. Continue reading →