2024

Paul Leonard Petrak, 89, of Gibsonia, PA, formerly of Melbourne, FL passed away on July 21, 2024 of natural causes. He was born January 20, 1935 in Ellwood City, PA, son of the late Joseph Petrak and Mary (Strobel) Petrak. Paul died on “he and Viv’s” wedding date. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 57 years, Vivian Jane (Colmery) Petrak, along with his parents, a grandson, Samuel Markantone, as well as brothers, Robert Strobel, Joseph Petrak, William Petrak, Lawrence Petrak, Albert Petrak and sisters, Margaret Petrak, Agnes Redenshek, Claire Shirey, Rose Nocera and Regina Thompson. He…

Dwain R. Guy, 87, of New Beaver Borough passed away unexpectedly Monday, July 22, 2024 at UPMC – Jameson Hospital. Born October 12, 1936 in North Beaver Township, he was the son of the late Harold F. and Edith E. McDonald Guy. He was married Shirley Brommer Guy. Dwain had retired from the Wampum Underground where he worked in shipping. Survivors include his wife of 69 years Shirley; son David, and two daughters, Cheryl and Debbie Guy, 18 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, and sister Catherine Stewart. He was preceded in death by his son Dwain “Sonny” Jr. and daughter Renee Clark….

Former Mr. World, Mr. Pennsylvania, and Mr. Pittsburgh, Rev. Ronald B. Cuspard, 86, of Rochester (formerly of Ellwood City) passed to his heavenly reward at the right hand of God on Monday, July 22, 2024 at Beaver Valley Nursing and Rehab Center. Born August 26, 1937 in Ambridge, he was the son of the late Ronald B. Cuspard and Ruth Nadine Anderson. Ron worked at the Townsend Company in Fallston, then at the B&W in Koppel and Ambridge. A man of faith, Ron was affiliated with many churches throughout the Beaver Valley. He won numerous competitions as a body builder….

Jacob W. Trautman, 37, of North Sewickley Township passed away unexpectedly Sunday, July 21, 2024 at his residence. Born January 15, 1987 in Sewickley, he was the son of the late Michael E. Trautman and Arleen Rambo Trautman of Ohioville. He was married to Christy Blair Trautman. Jacob graduated from Western Beaver High School in 2005 and was employed as a cardiovascular tech for Heritage Valley Beaver. Family always came first for him, but he also enjoyed hunting, golfing, and playing video games. Survivors include his wife of 11 years Christy; mother, Arleen; daughter, Alexa; son, Holden; father and mother-in-law…

Billy Joe Bush, 53, of Franklin Township passed away Sunday, July 21, 2024 at his residence following a two-and-a-half-year courageous battle with cancer. Born February 7, 1971 in Beaver Falls, he was the son of Shirley Bush Baird and stepson of Charles Baird. He was married to Stacey Sullivan Bush. Billy graduated from Riverside High School and then continued on to earn his associates degree. He worked as a machinist at Honeywell for 27 years and was a member of the First United Presbyterian Church in Darlington and the Moraine Area Tractor Cruisers. He loved repairing and fixing things and…