Obituaries

Mrs. Barbara Joanne (Stasick) Sutkowski passed away peacefully at the age of 89. She was surrounded by family, at Northview Estates on Friday April 12th, 2024. Barbara was an active member of Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer Church where she was a member of the Christian Mothers for many years. She enjoyed caring for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She prepared countless meals for family and friends. She enjoyed traveling, playing cards, and babysitting. Barbara enjoyed sewing, she made quiet/memory books, and making quilts for her family. Barbara was always willing to help a neighbor, friend, or stranger if they needed…

Sarah “Sally” A. Foreaker,71, of Philadelphia passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at her home. She was the daughter of the late George and Sarah (Orbell) Crusemire and was born September 15, 1952, in Philadelphia. She is survived by her son; Robert Michael Foreaker, and his wife Casey, her 2 grandsons; Dalton and Jayden Foreaker of all Cranberry Twp. Sally was born and raised in Philadelphia. She was a 1970 graduate of Little Flower High School and worked as an Administrator for various doctors for many years. She had a fierce love for her favorite musicians, Celine Dion and Sarah…

Rudolph “Rudy” Valentino, 95, of Neshannock (formerly of Chewton) passed away Tuesday April 9, 2024 at Jameson Care Center. Born May 13, 1928 in Wampum, he was the son of the late Giovanni and Domenica DeMichele Valentino. Rudy worked as a Union Bricklayer for Massa Brothers and had retired from Medusa Cement in Wampum after 24 years of service. A Veteran of the US Army, he served during WWII. Rudy enjoyed traveling, riding around in his Cadillac, and smoking his pipe. Survivors include two sons, Rudy (Linda) and Gary (Kelley) Valentino both of Wampum; eight grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren, and three…

At the blessed age of 96, Frank Joseph Perrone passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 10th, 2024. Born June 10th, 1927, son of the late Pasquale and Domenica Perrone. Beloved husband of Rina, whom he married on August 29th, 1953; loving father of Helen (Jon Bonsall), Pat (Lisa Demeter), Paul (Carina Evangelista), Nancy Guarino (Dino), and Phillip. Frank is also survived by a brother, Robert Perrone, and several nieces and nephews. Frank was beyond blessed with 12 grandchildren, Jessica (Helen), Alyssa and Sondra (Pat), Sarah and Anthony (Paul), Francesca, Gianna and Santina (Nancy), Nicole, Michael, Rachel and Danielle (Phillip), as…

S. Edward “Ed” McCready, 75, of New Beaver Borough passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024 at UPMC Shadyside Hospital. Although in ill health, his death was unexpected. Born January 10, 1949 in New Castle, he was the son of the late S. Wells and Sara Belle “Sally” Noggle McCready. Ed was known for his amazing sense of humor and for his ability to tell jokes. He could have a conversation with just about anyone he met. He graduated from Mohawk High School in 1966, where he was a member of FFA and the chorus. Working alongside his father and brother,…

Karen A. Stalnecker, 77, of Darlington passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 5, 2024 at Heritage Valley Beaver Hospital. Born August 21, 1946 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Ann (Dudick) Kotuby. Karen graduated from Riverside High School and continued her education at Slippery Rock University. She retired from the Beaver Falls School District after 30 years as an Elementary School Teacher. She was a former Elder and Deacon at the Darlington First Presbyterian Church. She is now affiliated with Mount Pleasant Presbyterian Church. Karen enjoyed traveling, card club, and crossword puzzles. She enjoyed…

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we find our lives suddenly saying good bye to Angeline Catherine Riccardo who passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home on Thursday, April 4th, 2024. Angeline was born in Forestville on September 15th, 1920. She shared 57 years of happy marriage with her husband Armond “Hardy” Riccardo, before his passing. Angeline was the proud mother of her sons and their wives Ron and Pearl Riccardo of Ellwood City and Allen and Irma Riccardo of Bristol, PA, she was blessed with eight grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. She is also…

Mr. Harry T. Witte, 84, of Ellwood City, passed away peacefully on April 3rd, 2024 at Quality Life Services in New Castle. Harry was born on June 29th, 1939 in Ellwood City to the late Harry L. and Mildred F. (Dilley) Witte. In his earlier years Harry was a taxi driver and did various small jobs through out the area. He was a member of the Sylvania Hills Baptist Church. Harry was an extremely religious man who lived to serve God and help those in need. He was very generous to the multitude of religious charities that he helped to…