Donald P. Cox – Hookstown

Donald P. Cox, 81, of Hookstown, died Saturday morning, August 18, 2018, at Heritage Valley Beaver, surrounded by his loving family.

Born December 15, 1936, in Ligonier, son of the late James Harold and Mary Matilda (Barnhart) Cox, he had worked as a laborer for Local 833 in the construction industry. He was a member of the Beaver Valley Antiques Association, and he loved to pull and restore tractors. He also enjoyed hunting and spending time with his grandchildren. He loved the outdoors and helping anybody who needed help. Continue reading →

Judith Ann Gayhart – Southern Pines, N.C.

Judith Ann Gayhart, of Southern Pines, N.C., passed away August 10, 2018, in her home at the age of 74.

Judy was born May 26, 1944, in Hanover Township, Pa., to the late Clyde and Evelyn Hall. Judy attended Southside High School in Hookstown. She worked in the home care and hospitality industries during her residence in Southern Pines. She was a loving and caring person who always thought of others before herself. She enjoyed camping and boating with her family, having visited all fifty states in the U.S. along with most of the Canadian provinces. She played a very active role in her grandchildren’s lives, supporting their interest in soccer as well as their pursuit in education. Judy was also an avid Pittsburg Steelers fan. Continue reading →

Charles F. Falk – Hookstown (Frankfort Springs Boro)

Charles F. Falk, 74, of Hookstown (Frankfort Springs Boro), died unexpectedly Monday afternoon, August 6, 2018, at Weirton Medical Center ER.

Born February 24, 1944, in Burgettstown, he was a son of the late Carl and Alice (Pemberton) Falk. Charles was a PGA Golf Professional. A member of the Frankfort Springs United Presbyterian Church, he was a council member for Frankfort Springs Boro and was a member of the Tri-State Section PGA. He had worked as a welder for J&L Steel, now LTV Steel, and had also worked at Williams Country Club, Montour Country Club and Seven Oaks Country Club. He retired from Dick’s Sporting Goods in Steubenville as the PGA Golf Professional. Continue reading →

Dolly Kay McLaughlin – Georgetown

Dolly Kay McLaughlin, 67, of Georgetown (Hanover Twp.), died Tuesday morning, July 31, 2018, at Heritage Valley Sewickley, with family at her side.

Born March 7, 1951, in Steubenville, Ohio, the last surviving child born to the late Leo Wade and Helen (Glass) Tingler, she was a homemaker.  Dolly was Presbyterian by faith and loved going to any beach with her family. Continue reading →

Delano R. Johnson – Georgetown

Delano R. Johnson, 81, of Georgetown (Greene Twp.) died peacefully Wednesday afternoon, July 25, 2018, at Windsor House at St. Mary’s Alzheimer’s Center, Columbiana, Ohio, with his wife and daughters at his side.

Born October 4, 1936, in Shippingport, a son of the late Thomas Frank and Catherine (Densick) Johnson, he worked as an operating engineer with Union Local 66 in the construction industry.  He was a U.S. Army veteran having served in Korea, and was a member of the Weirton Church of the Nazarene, Weirton, W.Va.   Continue reading →

Darlene G. Mick – Hookstown (Hanover Twp.)

Darlene G. Mick, 74, of Hookstown (Hanover Twp.), died Monday afternoon, July 9, 2018, at Brighton Rehab and Wellness Center, Brighton Twp.

Born April 6, 1944, in Hookstown, she was a daughter of the late Charlie and Elizabeth (Hughes) Graham. A homemaker, she had attended the Hookstown Free Methodist Church. She was a good mother and grandmother, who enjoyed her time with family. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially caring for her flower gardens. Continue reading →

Carole S. Price – Clinton (Hanover Twp.)

Carole S. Price, 69, of Clinton (Hanover Twp.), died unexpectedly on Friday afternoon, July 6, 2018, in the comfort of her home.

Born July 23, 1948, in McDonald, the only daughter born to the late William and Shirley (Longstreth) McGinnis, she had worked as a dietician at the Gulfview Manor Nursing Home, Aliquippa. She was a member of the Hanover Presbyterian Church.  Continue reading →

Ruth Joanne Wakefield – Georgetown (Greene Twp.)

Ruth Joanne Wakefield, 74, of Georgetown (Greene Twp.), died unexpectedly Friday morning, July 6, 2018, in the comfort of her home.

Born January 20, 1944, in New Brighton, she was a daughter of the late Marshall Francis and Naomi Ruth (Duncan) Smith. A homemaker, Ruth was a member of the Hookstown American Legion; an avid reader, and enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

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Freda C. Hutton – Hookstown

Freda C. Hutton, 87, of Hookstown (Hanover Twp.), died Saturday morning, June 30, 2018, at Providence Health Care Center, Beaver Falls.

Born March 22, 1931, in Rochester, a daughter of the late Paul Lewis and Mildred (Semick) Fairbanks.  She was a retired licensed practical nurse having worked at the Beaver County Geriatric Center and was also a retired bus driver for the Aliquippa School District.  Continue reading →

Jean Pail Whitehill – Hanover Township

Jean Pail Whitehill left this world on Wednesday morning, June 27, 2018, to go to her eternal home to see Jesus face to face.  She was a daughter of the late Joseph A. and Ockla Mae (Giles) Pail, and wife of the late James A. Whitehill who died October 9, 2000.

She is survived by her children, Alvin D. and Debbie Whitehill, Georgetown; James D. and Sharon Whitehill, Florida; Thomas J. and Mary Whitehill, Quarryville, Pa.; Brenda and John Petkunas, Georgetown, with whom she resided; and Bonnie and Joseph Genre, Harmony Twp.  Also surviving are a brother and sister-in-law, Joseph Jr. and Joan Pail, New Sewickley Twp.; a late sister and brother-in-law, Marian and Floyd Eiler; grandmother of eight, Robert, Christopher, and Thomas Whitehill, Alex Genre, Julia Whitehill, Katie and Maddie Genre and the late Rebecca Dawn Black; four great-grandchildren, Evan and Chance Whitehill, Rachel Black, and Riley Whitehill; and several nieces and nephews. Continue reading →

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