Robert Lee Mineard Jr., 58 of Beaver, passed Monday morning, October 28, 2024 at his Beaver residence surrounded by family. Born October 28, 1966, he was a son of the late Robert Lee Sr. and Dorothy Louise (Chludzinski) Mineard. Bob had worked as a CNC Programmer for over 30 years with the Traco Company of Cranberry twp. An avid outdoors man, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and boating.

He is survived by his wife of 16 years, Lynda E. (Halulko) Mineard, his son Westley Lee Mineard, his father-in-law David Halulko, brothers are Keith and his wife Emma Mineard, Raymond Mineard and Steve and his wife Dorothy Mineard, his former sisters-in-laws are Jessica Mineard and Holly Smith. Also surviving are numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and aunts and uncles. Continue reading →

Dale W. Kozarovich, 32 of Burgettstown passed accidently October 28, 2024. Born December 31, 1991 in Sewickley, he was the beloved son of Daniel and his wife Sandra Kozarovich and the late Donna Lee (Black) Kozarovich.

Dale had worked for the State Correctional Institute of Greene County, a member of the Hanover Twp. Police department, and recently became a Corrections Department Police Officer. In addition to his father and step mother, he is survived by a brother and sister-in-law Daniel Jr. and Julie Kozarovich; his nephews, Azariah, Judson, Mitchell and Donnie Kozarovich; and his grandfather Samuel Black. Continue reading →

With sad and heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of our Heather L. Scott, 53 of Hookstown (Greene Twp.) on Saturday October 26, 2024 at the ER of Heritage Valley Beaver. She was born June 7, 1971 in East Liverpool, Ohio, the beloved daughter of Arlene (Freeland) Barrett and the late Joseph Barrett.

A graduate of South Side High School, she was a member of the drill team of the school, a devout member of the Hookstown Free Methodist Church, she shared her love of the Lord with all she met. Her many likes included roller skating, walking, music, card games, romantic comedies and shopping. In 1992, she was diagnosed with cardio myopathy and received a heart transplant in 2002, which she was ever so grateful for. Continue reading →

Brandon David Floyd, 28 of Clinton (Hanover twp.) passed after a courageous fight of a lifelong illness Wednesday afternoon, September 25, 2024. Beloved son of David and Veronica (Ronni) Noss Floyd and special brother of Cortney Floyd, and the grandson of Ellen Noss.

He was a graduate of South Side High School, class of 2015. Brandon was an avid car enthusiast along with playing video games and being on his phone. His favorite thing to do was driving around with his dad in his purple TransAm and watching movies with his mom. Along with car cruises with his sister. Continue reading →

Samantha R. Anskate, 29 of Georgetown (Greene Twp.) passed tragically Saturday morning, September 7, 2024 at her Georgetown residence.

Born January 26, 1995 in Sewickley, she was the beloved daughter of Sherree D. Clifton and Randy Wilson, and Alexander J. Anskate and Cherry Wright. She was the adoring mother of Tessa Anskate, Charlotte Caler, Lester Caler, Chase Hall, Maryaa Hall and Cheyenne Hall. Also surviving is her fiancée, Bryce Hall.

Sister of Randy Wilson Jr., Jesse “Opie” Wilson, David Reed, Courtney Wilson, Alexandra Anskate, Jocelyn Rettinger and Isabella Anskate. Neice of Rita Formosa, Jessie Kelly and Alda Russo. Also surviving is her maternal grandmother Shirley Russo and many other family members and numerous friends. Continue reading →

Jane Lou Hicks, 73 of Hookstown (Greene Twp.) our beloved mother and grandmother passed Tuesday afternoon, September 3, 2024 at Heritage Valley Beaver surrounded by the love of her family. Born December 22, 1950 in Kenova, West Virginia. She was the last surviving child born to the late Samuel and Jewel (Board) Frazier.

Along with being a homemaker, Jane was an active member of the Ridge Pointe Family Church in Beaver, along with being the secretary there for many years. Her biggest joy was time spent with her family.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Roger Lee Hicks, her daughter Billi Kae Taylor, 3 of her grandchildren, Jocelyn Taylor, William Lee Conti and Jonica Tyler Smith, a brother Wilbur ‘Sut’ Frazier and 2 sisters Peggy Jo Wilson and Patty Ann Watt. Continue reading →

Anna Louise “Sis” Lombard, 100 of Hookstown (Frankfort Springs Boro) passed peacefully Sunday morning, August 4, 2024 in the comfort of her home, surrounded by the love of her family. Born March 30, 1924 in Hookstown, she was a daughter of the late Eugene and Marguerite (Ewing) Lombard. Anna had worked as a registered nurse at the Rochester hospital for years until retiring.

Although never married and never having children of her own, her life was filled with the love and laughter of her many nieces and nephews. Many of whom she became a mother figure to for one reason or another. A quiet and reserved lady, her family doesn’t remember her ever raising her voice or being out of sorts with anyone for any reason. She was truly one of a kind and will be forever loved and remembered by her big extended family.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her twin sister, Marguerite Majors, and sister Jane Lombard and her brothers Thomas “Tut” Lombard, Jack Lombard, Eugene “Doc” Lombard Jr. and Jim Lombard. Also, a nephew, Charles Richard (Dick) Lombard. Continue reading →

Earl A. “Sonny” Irons, 80, of Beaver went home to his Lord and Savior on August 2, 2024, after a brief illness. He was surrounded by his beloved daughters.

Earl was born on August 18, 1943, the oldest child of William and Ida (Solkovy) Irons. He graduated from South Side High School in 1961. He was a member of Local 1211 and retired from J&L Steel in 1985. He then started an electrical contracting business which he operated for many years. Earl was an avid hunter and sportsman and was a member of Five Points Hunting Club. He also supported the Beaver County Sportsmen’s Conservation League and enjoyed volunteering with the youth summer camp. Earl was a lifelong member of House of Prayer Church. He enjoyed studying family history and the history of Beaver County. Continue reading →

Melvin T. “Tug Boat” Wakefield, 85 of Georgetown (Greene Twp.) passed Saturday morning, July 6, 2024 at Heritage Valley Beaver. Born December 19, 1938 in Elizabeth, PA., he was a son of the late Melvin C. and Isabell (Douglas) Wakefield. Tug had worked for years on the rivers as a tug boat captain and was a veteran of the US Army 82nd Airborne. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 52 years, Ruth Joanne (Smith) Wakefield on July 6, 2018 and a daughter Melanie Cavlovich. Continue reading →

Harold R. Roberts, Sr., 77 of Burgettstown (Hanover Twp) passed Thursday morning, July 4, 2024 at the Oakland VA Hospital. Born December 27, 1946 in Sewickley, he was a son of the late Marlin and Mabel (Vanhorn) Roberts. Harold was a proud veteran of the US Marine Corps.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers Christopher and Clifford Roberts and Jack Vanhorn and sisters Rita Anskate, Kay Orson and Fay Roberts.

Surviving are his children Harold R. Jr. (Michele) Roberts, Cassandra (Jim) McIntyre, Patricia (Esvin) Starling and Desarie Lobb. His brother and long-time care giver Marlin Roberts Jr., Roger Roberts, sisters Paula Anskate and Mary Lombardi. Grandfather of 11 and great grandfather of one. Continue reading →