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Past Obituary Information
Charles Coulter
Charles "Charlie" Coulter passed away suddenly on March 29, 2008 at the age of 63. News of his death just recently became know to the reunion committee. He had been married almost 30 years to his wife, Alberta. He left behind his wife, a daughter Elizabeth, a son Jason and a grandson, Parker. His photo has been added to the In Memoriam Page.
Michael Hodovuns
Michael Paul Hodovuns, 64, of Ambridge, died Tuesday, September 1, 2009, at his sister's home. His photo has been added to our In Memoriam Page. Obituary Informaton - CLICK
Robert Lenda
Robert A. Lenda, 63, of New Sewickley Township, passed away Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009, at his residence. His photo has been added to our In Memoriam Page. Obituary Information - CLICK
Richard Baker
Richard Baker, 62, passed away on February 10, 2008 at The Medical Center, Beaver, following an extended illness. His photo has been added to our In Memoriam Page. Obituary Information - CLICK
Linda Cruise Greenawald
Linda Cruise Greenawald, 62, passed away on November 8, 2007 at her home. Her photo has been added to our In Memoriam Page. Obituary Information - CLICK
James Huey
James E. Huey, 61, of Greenwood, Ind., formerly of Economy, died Saturday, August 11, 2007. His photo has been added to our In Memoriam Page. Obituary Information - CLICK
Eileen Kriger Zaluski
Eileen Kriger Zaluski, 62, of Economy Borough, died Wednesday, February 14, 2007. Her picture has been added to our In Memoriam Page. Obituary information - CLICK HERE.
Arlene Rohde Makula
Arlene passed away on May 11, 2006. She was married with 3 children living in Washington state. She is survived by her husband George and three children, Donna, Dawn and George Jr. Arlene's picture has been added to our In Memorian page.
Carole Hurta
Sadly, the committee reports the passing of our classmate, Carole Hurta. Her picture has been added to our In Memoriam page. Obituary Information - CLICK HERE.
Fred Adams
The reunion committee has been informed by a relative that our classmate, Fred Adams has recently passed away. Fred's picture has been added to our In Memoriam page. Obituary information - CLICK HERE.
Geraldine "Geri" Koman Shearer
The Reunion Committee is sad to report the passing of our classmate, Geraldine "Geri" Koman Shearer on June 17, 2005. Geri's picture has been added to our In Memoriam page. Obituary information is available from the online edition of the Beaver County Times - CLICK HERE.
Joe Druzisky
Joseph W. "Joe D" Druzisky, Jr., age 65, of New Sewickley Twp., Beaver County, formerly of Seven Fields, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, July 15, 2011 with his fiancee at his side.
Born July 25, 1945 in Edgewood, MD, he was the son of the late Joseph W. & Mary Olah Druzisky, Sr. Mr. Druzisky was a member of North Way Christian Community, Wexford where he was also a member of the men's group. He enjoyed collecting and building HO gauge trains, bike riding and fishing. "Joe D" had a 40 year career in the automotive industry where he was currently a salesman for Classic Chevrolet in Bellevue. Mr. Druzisky was a US Navy Vietnam veteran.He is survived by Fiancee, Karen L. Reynolds of New Sewickley Twp.; two step sons, Mark Faubel of Columbus, OH and Eric Faubel of Boardman, OH; a step daughter, Stacy Portale of Wilmington, DE; a sister, Theresa Frankiewicz of N. Versailles; a step brother, Hank Zimon of Mt. Vernon, VA and seven grandchildren. A Memorial Service was held 7 p.m. Thursday, July 21, 2011 at North Way Christian Community, 12121 Perry Highway, Wexford, PA 15090. His photo has been added to the In Memoriam Page.
Ron Evans
Ronald F. Evans, 67, of Ambridge, died Saturday, October 1, 2011, in Friendship Ridge. Born May 16, 1944, in Rochester, he was a son of Mary Frances Evans Cloud of Ambridge and the late William Byrd and also his late stepfather, Samuel W. Cloud. He was retired from J&L Steel, Hussey Copper and Armco. He was a member of the First Missionary Baptist Church, Ambridge. In addition to his mother, he is survived by four sons, Michael Evans, Marlin, Eric and Pierre; a daughter, Erica; a sister, Barbara Whisnant, Ambridge; an aunt, Mattie L. Smith, Ambridge; devoted niece and nephew, Denise Cloud and Von Barbee, both of Ambridge; two devoted friends, William Kimbrough, Ambridge, and Patricia Clark, Rochester; former wife, Diane C. McDowell, New Brighton, and many grandchildren, nieces nephews and cousins. In addition to his father and stepfather, he was preceded in death by a brother, Samuel W. Cloud Jr., in 1978; a sister, Joette M. Cloud, in 1953; his grandparents who raised him, Rev. W.E. Evans and Laura Marie Evans, and three uncles, George B. Evans, Henry A. Evans and William Smith. His photo has been added to the In Memoriam Page.
Stan Labik
Stanley J. Labik Jr., age 66, of Harmony Township, died Wednesday, October 19, 2011.He was preceded in death by his parents, Stanley Sr. and Leona Kubicki Labik. Brother of Sister Mary Evelyn Labik, Felician Sisters of Greensburg, and Hank (Debbie) Labik of Baden, he was the uncle of Courtney (Ray) Barthelemy, Esq. of Baden; great uncle of Brett J. and Honour Barthelemy, and best friend, Roxie. Mass of Christian burial was celebrated Monday at 11 a.m. in the Good Samaritan Church. Burial will be in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.
Stan worked at the Ambridge Post Office for 43 years and was an Army Vietnam veteran.
The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Beaver County Humane Society, Monaca, PA 15061. His photo has been added to the In Memoriam Page.
Constance Wezorek Pasco
Connie passed away on Tuesday, March 22, 2011. A Mass of Christian burial was scheduled for Saturday, March 26th in the Good Samaritan Church. Her photo has been added to the
John Zalinski
John passed away on March 5, 2011 in Poolesville, Maryland. No other obituary information could be located on line. His photo has been added to the In Memoriam Page.
Lucille Cetto Vochinsky
Lucille Patricia Vochinsky, 66, of Ambridge, passed on Saturday, January 21, 2012, under the compassionate care of the staff at UPMC Passavant Cranberry Place. She was born July 13, 1945 in Rochester, daughter of the late Earl and Regina (Lipinski) Cetto. Lucille retired from the Finance Department of the Ambridge Area School District. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Jack Vochinsky; two daughters and sons-in-law, Taunia and Kevin Neiswonger, Moundsville, WV, and Danielle and Rob Kepka, Ambridge; two grandsons, Brandon and Grant, and her brother and sister-in-law, Earl and Geraldine Cetto, Harmony Township. Her photo has been added to the In Memoriam Page.
Mary Simko Curry
Mary Simko Curry, 66, of Ambridge, PA, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on January 21, 2012. Mary was a beloved mother, sister, and grandmother. Born and raised in Ambridge, Mary spent her entire life in the Beaver Valley and was a 1963 graduate of Ambridge High School. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Steve and Mary Simko of Ambridge. She is survived by her husband, Les Curry; her three devoted sons, Ed Peters of Kernersville, NC; Bobby (Terri) Peters of Beloit, OH, and Tommy (Sandy) Peters of Ambridge, PA; two step-daughters, Jessica and Chelsea; her beloved grandchildren, Libby, Maggie, Tori, Lindsey, Josh, Samantha, and Lexy; her brothers, Steve (Irene) Simko of Pittsburgh, PA, and John (Ellie) Simko of Canonsburg, PA; her sister, Jenny Mancini of Atlanta, GA, and many nephews, nieces, and cousins. Her photo has been added to the In Memoriam Page.
Dante Verdoni
Dante T. Verdoni, age 67, of Coraopolis, formerly of Ambridge, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 7, 2012 at UPMC Passavant Hospital. He was born in Sewickley on August 7, 1944 to the late Tom and Alice (Coliani) Verdoni. Together for 45 years, his beloved bride Eleanor (Metcalf) Verdoni; loving father of Rina Verdoni Thoma (Dr. David), stationed in Germany, Dr. Angela Verdoni, PhD. of St. Louis, MO and the late Dante T. Verdoni, and brother of the late Bobby Verdoni. He was a member of St. Joseph Church. The family business of Verdoni Trucking, started by his father, sustained the family. But, his passion, was strumming his guitar and singing, music that ranged from Elvis Pressley to Italian operas. Always up for a song, he played at family weddings and impromptu when requested. He and his wife bred horses and enjoyed watching the Kentucky Derby. His photo has been added to the In Memoriam Page.
Sue Ann Lacher Marszalek
Sue Ann peacefully passed away on Sunday, October 30, 2011 surrouded by her family. She was the beloved wife of 40 years to William "Bill" Marszalek; loving mother of Julie Marszalek and Jodi (Jeffrey) Shimmel; sister of Frieda "Aggie" (James) Cratsley and Richard (Bonnie) Lacher, and the late Mary Ann Lacher; also survived by nieces and nephews. Sue was a labor and delivery nurse at Magee Hospital for 30 years. A private memorial service was held. Her photo has been added to the In Memoriam Page.
Antoinette Hartswick Langley
Toni sadly passed away on June 22, 2012 in England where she has lived for many years. A much loved Wife, Mom, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother who will be sadly missed by all her Family and Friends. Her Funeral Service took place on Monday, July 9, 2012 at 10.30am, at St Mary's R.C. Church, Cannock, followed by a private Cremation at Stafford Crematorium. No other information was available at this time. Her photo has been added to the In Memoriam Page.
George Volaric
On July 3, 2011, George Lynn Volaric passed away at 2:29 pm in Raleigh, NC from complications due to Parkinson’s disease. George was born in Pittsburgh, PA on October 3, 1944 and graduated from Ambridge High School. He voluntarily served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. While in the Army he was stationed in Korea where he met his wife Okcha Song. They were married on April 3, 1966. After his service in the Army, George worked as a machinist at Joy Manufacturing in Franklin, PA. While living in Franklin, George and Okcha started their family with the birth of their children Lisa (1971) and Eric (1973). The family moved to Nickleville, PA where they lived for many years and also welcomed the addition of the youngest family member Alisha (1982). In 1988 the family moved to North Carolina.. George is survived by his wife and three children, his sister, Leslie Volaric and two brothers Glenn Volaric and Lee Volaric. He is preceded in death by his parents George and June Volaric. His photo has been added to the In Memoriam Page.
Joseph Rossick
Joe passed away suddenly in Florida on October 31, 2012 while with his family. He is survived by his daughter, granddaughter, two sisters, family and friends. A service was held for Joe on November 17, 2012. His photo has been added to the In Memoriam Page.
Elizabeth Otrhalik
Elizabeth J. Otrhalik, 66, of Ross Twp., formerly of Baden, died Thursday, January 31, 2013, in her residence.Born April 18, 1946, in Sewickley, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Olga Muzyka Otrhalik. She was employed by the State Police for 32 years and loved to travel. Surviving are her sister and brother-in-law, Eleanor and Charles Burzenski of Midland; a nephew, David and Paula Burzenski of Midland; a niece, Lara and Dan Bush of Ashville, OH; great nieces and nephews, David Jr., Brian, Paula, John, Megan and James; Aunt Frances of Beaver, and numerous cousins. Her photo has been added to the In Memoriam Page.
Kathy Goetz Scholnick
Age 62 of Squirrel Hill passed away on Wednesday, October 10, 2007. She was the beloved wife of Stanley A. Scholnick for 42 years and loving mother of Steven M. Scholnick and his wife Laurel Povazan-Scholnick also of Squirrel Hill. Graveside service and interment Beth Abraham Cemetery were private. Her photo has been added to the In Memoriam Page. Published in Pittsburgh Post-Gazette from October 13 to October 14, 2007
Norman Smallridge
Norman E. Smallridge, of Duke Road, East Liverpool, died Friday, April 26, 2013 at the Allegheny General Hospital. He was 67. Born in Clarksburg, West Virginia, September 5, 1945, he was a son of the late Robert Norman and Virginia Blanche Hall Smallridge. He was a Vietnam Veteran where he served with the United States Marine Corps. He worked in security at various companies last working at Duquesne Light’s Beaver Valley Power Station in Shippingport. He was preceded in death by his wife, Glenna May Hampson Smallridge, on October 15, 2008. The couple married June 14, 1997. He is survived by two sons, Robert N. Smallridge, of East Liverpool, and Michael G. Smallridge, and his wife Kay Ross Smallridge, of East Liverpool. There are two grandchildren, Jillian Smallridge and Alec Smallridge. He is also survived by his companion, Florence Jones. His photo has been added to the In Memoriam Page.
Robert Borza
It was recently learned that Bob passed away on May 6, 2004 in Manchester, Vermont. His obituary: Manchester Center, Robert A. Borza, a resident of East Manchester Road Manchester Center, died May 6, 2004 of complications following a head injury suffered in 1997. He was 58 yrs old. He attended Kent State University and unfortunately witnessed the Kent State tragedy. Thereafter, he worked in British Columbia for the Canadian National Railway. Bob came to Vermont in 1973 and worked with Peter Mutz, originally at the Skyline Inn on MT. Equinox and thereafter at Bromley Mountain. He worked at Bromley for more than 25 years in the food service business up to this past April. He is survived by his children, Kimberly and Shane, one grandchild, and his former wife Deborah Westcott. A memorial is planned for him on top of Bromly Mountain next winter. His photo has been added to the In Memoriam Page.
