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 →

Joye Emily (Brinkman) Mock, 89, of Oakdale, PA, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on July 1, 2024. Joye was preceded in death by her loving husband, Rev. C.E. “Ted” Mock. She is the beloved mother of Pamela Vohar (Don) and Susan Eaton (Sam); grandmother of Kara Eaton, Samuel Eaton, II (Lauren), Leah Birone (Michael), Jessica Fennell (Kevin), and Tyler Eaton (Ashley); great grandmother (“GiGi”) of Gavin, Janelle, Lily, Bryce, Grayson, Knox, Rocco, and Maggie; and a friend to many. Above all, Joye’s life was defined by sharing joy in Christ, devotion to her family, and teaching.

Joye was a special lady. She was born with a twinkle in her eye on January 6, 1935 in Aurora, Indiana to Rev. Emil and Edna Barbara Brinkman. She graduated from Academy High School in Erie, PA (‘52) and then attended Nyack College, where she met her beloved husband, Ted. Even though she had vowed not to marry a Pastor, Ted was special enough to change her mind. Continue reading →

Carol E. Bres, 83 of Sturgeon on June 29, 2024. Beloved wife of 59 years to the late Harry Bres, mother of Terri and her husband Dennis McConnell and Scott Bres and his fiancé Sharon. Cherished Bop Bop of 4, Zac and his wife Taylor McConnell, Josh and his fiancé Laura Hytla, Makayla (Anthony) Bres and Travis Bres. Great grandmother of Rose and Harrison McConnell. Also predeceased by her daughter in law Debbie Bres. Continue reading →

Christopher “Chris” Lynn Shively a beloved father and husband and a resident of Port Charlotte, FL. Passed away unexpectedly on Saturday June 15, 2024, at the age of 76. Born on December 1, 1947 in Warren, Ohio, he was a son of the late Virgil and Virginia (Florence) Shively. Chris is survived by his wife Judith (Rogers) Shively, his daughter Sarah and her husband Robert Fox, Jr. Also survived by brother-in-law Herbert Rogers and his wife Diane, James Laughlin and his wife Donna and Sam Dibacco and his wife MaryAnne. Sisters-in-laws Bonnie Brady, Janet Stoneburner and Sharon Shively. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephew.

Chris was a devoted father, husband and brother, always placing the needs of his friends and family before his own. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters in laws Carl “Sam” and Joyce Shively, Douglas and Joan Shively, brother Eric Shively, sister Stephania Nathan, mother-in-law Elva Rogers, brother in laws William Brady and Robert Stoneburner, along with 4 nephews and 2 nieces. Continue reading →

Lillah Beal, 91 of Georgetown (Hanover Twp.). Our beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed on June 8, 2024 with her girls at her side. She was the daughter of Kenneth and Bernice Ramsey. Born on April 26, 1933 at her home in Aliquippa. In her early years she lived in Aliquippa before moving with her family to Hanover Twp. as a teenager. She graduated from West Allegheny in 1951. There she met the love of her life, Paul Beal. They married August 13, 1951 and were together for 52 years before his death on June 27, 2003.

Two daughters, Debi and her late husband Robert John McCoy Jr. and Pam and her husband Paul Davidson cherish her memory and will miss her love, stories and spending time with her. Also, she leaves cherished grandchildren and great grandchildren, Erin and Michael Patterson, Ryan & Jessica McCoy, Benjamin & Casey Davidson, and Adam Davidson and Laney Vaughan. She loved her grandchildren so very much and then the greats came along and she filled her heart with them. Sarah , Hannah, and David Patterson, Liam & Genevieve McCoy. Also, she leaves a daughter by heart, Margaret Frazier and a sister JoAnn Ramsey. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews and cousins. Continue reading →

Joseph C. Barrett, 79 OF Hookstown (Greene Twp.) passed Saturday afternoon, June 8, 2024 at Heritage Valley Beaver with his family at his side. He was born February 24, 1945 in East Liverpool, Ohio. He was a son of the late John and Wilda Marie (Sayers) Barrett.

Joe had worked Weirton Steel and J & L Steel where he was in charge of the union for several years, also had worked as site security at the Nuclear Power plant in Shippingport. A South Side School Board member for years, along with being a constable. He was a member in his younger years and then a Scout leader while his boys were active. He also worked as a guard at the Hookstown skating rink for Mr. and Mrs. Berger and was involved with the Hookstown Free Methodist Church. Continue reading →