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Patricia A. Metheny, 78, of Beaver Falls, passed away on Monday, December 6, 2021 at Heritage Valley Beaver. Born in Beaver Falls on February 4, 1943, Patricia was the daughter of the late Paul and Tess Monza Braid.  She married Gregg Metheny on June 16, 1984.  Patricia was an RN and her nursing career took her many places, including Heritage Valley Beaver, Oakland Neurosurgical and also into home healthcare.  She was also a massage therapist.  Patricia enjoyed quilting, playing the piano and spending time with family and friends. Patricia is survived by her husband, Gregg Metheny, three sons, David Russell…

Donald L. Caplinger, 69 of Ellwood City passed away on Friday, December 3, 2021 at UPMC Jameson. Born in New Brighton on April 22, 1952, Donald was the son of the late Floyd and Mildred Pepsic Caplinger.  Donald had retired as a mechanic at Sim’s Lanes in Koppel.  An avid Pittsburgh Penguin, Steeler and Pirate fan, Don also enjoyed fishing, gardening and tinkering around the house. Don is survived by his sons, Justin (Augusta) Caplinger of Ellwood City and Josh Caplinger of Beaver Falls, 2 grandchildren, Christian and Alivia Caplinger, a sister, Jean McAnallen of Ellwood City and 2 brothers,…

Frederick A. “Mac” McAnallen, 73, of Ellport, passed away on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at UPMC McCandless, just 9 days after his wife, Leslie. Born in Ellwood City on December 17, 1947, Mac was the son of the late William and Marjorie Robson McAnallen.  He and his wife, Leslie were only 4 days shy of their 45th anniversary when she preceded him in death on November 23, 2021.  A Veteran of the US Navy, Mac served during the Vietnam War.  He retired from the hotel industry in Las Vegas where he worked in everything from management to security.  Mac and…

Joseph Francis Valerian Jaeger, 96, of Hermitage, passed away peacefully at home on November 29, 2021 with family at his side. Born March 16, 1925 in Lyons, IL, he was one of seven children born to Joseph and Frances (Rezabek) Jaeger. Both his parents passed suddenly. Joseph and his brother Jerry were raised at St. Joseph’s orphanage near Chicago while his other siblings were adopted. Joseph’s religious upbringing in the orphanage was a core influence that led him to pursue priesthood studies at St. Procopius College. During his novitiate and schooling, he chose St. Valerian as his professed name. Father…

Leslie Gail McAnallen, 70, of Ellport, passed away on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at UPMC Passavant in McCandless Township. Born in Brea California on August 4, 1951, Leslie was the daughter of Anita VanDyke Poland of Post Falls, Idaho and the late Allen Poland.  Leslie is survived by her husband, Frederick “Mac” McAnallen whom she married on November 27, 1976.  She had worked as a criminal docket clerk for the U.S. Federal Court in Nevada. Besides her mother, Anita and husband, “Mac”, Leslie is survived by 2 daughters, Kristan (Michael) Giddinge, Jr. of Dayton, Ohio and Nicole (Scott) Bartholomew of…

Bertha J. Smith, 84, of Fombell, passed away on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at UPMC Presbyterian. Born in Fombell on April 17, 1937, Bertha was the daughter of the late Leroy and Frances Steffler Smith.  She enjoyed painting, coloring, making latch hook crafts and going for walks. Bertha is survived by her sisters, Nellie “Eleanor” Shaffer and Linda Matheny, both of Fombell, and several nieces and nephews, including William “Bill” Matheny, Karen Matheny, Jake Matheny, Billy Matheny and Beth Matheny. In addition to her parents, Bertha was preceded in death by a sister, Birdella “Birdie” Smith and two brothers, David…

Carol B. Kirkham Cutich, 86, of Fombell, passed away on Thursday, November 18, 2021 at The Grove at Harmony. Born in Ellwood City on September 26, 1935, Carol was the daughter of the late John & Frances Kwolek Kirkham. She worked at Leeds & Northrup in Ellport and later retired from Heraeus in Ellwood City. Carol enjoyed reading, watching old movies, shopping and doing yardwork. She also enjoyed taking walks and frequently went to McConnell’s Mill State Park and Hereford Manor Lake. Holidays were big events for Carol. She loved hosting large gatherings for every single holiday, including her birthday….

Joseph J. Barberio, 82, of Cranberry Township, passed away at UPMC Passavant on Monday, November 15, 2021. Born in Ellwood City on March 26, 1939, Joseph was the son of the late George T. and Abigail M. Hughes Barberio.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Theresa Hullihan on December 15, 2011.  They were married on April 17, 1982.  Joseph worked as a Computer Technician and later in management for RCA, Telex and Wang.  He retired from Erie Insurance.  Joseph was an active member of St. Ferdinand Catholic Church where he was a member of the Blessing Fund. …

Amber (Hardisky) Lucas, June 8, 1985-November 8, 2021. Like a shooting star, Amber Lucas lit up the sky of those who loved her.  Amber’s kindness, warmth and humor brightened the lives of everyone she touched.  Just as one never forgets the magnificence of a shooting star, so Amber’s life will never be forgotten. Amber, the beloved daughter of Marcy and Greg Cooper, passed away on Monday, November 8, 2021.  Leaving behind her husband Zach; brother Donny, sister-in-law Liz and niece Hailey Hardisky; step brothers Brandon and Justin (Abbey) Cooper; grandparents Vince and Ruth Assalone, Annabelle and Wayne Zikeli, and Wayne…

Claire E. Jones, 52, of Perry Township, passed away on Sunday, November 14, 2021 at UPMC Jameson surrounded by his loving family from complications of COVID pneumonia. Born in Ellwood City on November 19, 1968, Claire was the son of Devona French of Ellwood City and the late David E. Jones.  Claire is survived by his wife, Deanna Shaffer, whom he married on September 18, 2004.  Claire had worked for over 30 years at Adams Manufacturing.  He enjoyed spending time in his 1950 F1 Ford truck and on his Harley-Davidson.  Claire was a devoted father and grandfather, he loved helping…