Obituaries

Anthony R. Valvano, 65

Anthony Robert Valvano, 65, has suddenly left this mortal plane. It is next to impossible to describe the hole this leaves in the lives of his loving wife of 48 years, Cheryl Klinesmith Valvano, his children Angela Valvano and Anthony Valvano, his grandchildren Isabella Williams and Ryan Ostendorf, Anneleise Williams and Justin McIsaac, Angelo Williams and Amber Guo, and Jacob Valvano. He also leaves behind an aunt and uncle, Colleen and Raymond Yaro, a brother Mark Friello and his wife Brenda, a sister Robin Lohr, a sister-in-law Marty Warchol, nieces and nephews Amy Lutz, Frank Lohr, George Lohr, Lora Lohr,…


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Edward J. Matscherz, 68

Mr. Edward J. Matscherz, 68, of Franklin Township passed away on Wednesday, April 17th, 2024 at his residence. Edward was born in Pittsburgh on August 6th, 1955 to the late Martin M. and Helen Jane (Andrews) Matscherz. Ed had graduated from Perry High School, Penn State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Community College of Beaver County with an Associate’s Degree in Architectural Drafting, and from La Roche University where he earned a Degree in Computer Science. He also earned a CDL license from the New Castle School of Trades. Most recently Ed was working at Renodis, formerly known…


Coltin T. Mawhinney, 29

Coltin T. Mawhinney, 29, of Portersville passed away Monday, April 15, 2024 at Butler Memorial Hospital following a short illness. Born May 30, 1994 in PIttsburgh, he was the son of the late Thomas E. Jr. and Shirley Richard Mawhinney. Coltin had attended Slippery Rock High School and worked as a laborer for Desuta Concrete in Portersville. He loved making people laugh and will be remembered for his great sense of humor. Survivors include his fiancee Crystal Parker and her daughter Darrian Kolarik of Portersville; two grandmothers, Marjorie Twentier Richard of Harmony and Kathryn Mawhinney of Bruin; two sisters, Brittany…


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Anthony “Tony” Busin, Jr., 81

Anthony “Tony” Busin, Jr., 81, of Wayne Township passed away at his residence on Sunday, April 14, 2024. Raised in Culmerville, West Deer Township, Tony was the son of the late Anthony and Jean Kolenc Busin.  Tony is survived by his wife, the former Mary I. “Sandy” Seibert, whom he married on November 28, 1963.  Known as the “Corvette Specialist”, Tony owned and operated Anthony Busin, Jr. Auto Repair for over 50 years on Wampum Road. Besides his wife, Sandy Busin, Tony is survived by his two children, Tracy and David Lyon of Marshall Township, PA and Anthony and Stephanie…


Barbara Joanne (Stasick) Sutkowski, 89

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…


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John M. Hribar III, 67

John M. Hribar III, 67, of Aliquippa, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at Beaver Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Born in Aliquippa on July 9, 1956, John was the son of the late John and Diane Radovich Hribar II. He retired as a bricklayer and was a member of Local 833 in New Brighton. John graduated from Aliquippa High School. Always up for an adventure from a young age, John decided to hitchhike all the way across the United States. He did, in fact, make it all the way to California. John was a member of the Ukrainian…


Sarah “Sally” A. Foreaker, 71

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

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…


Frank Joseph Perrone, 96

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…


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Phyllis J. Bubb, 88

Phyllis J. Bubb, 88, of Ellwood City, passed away in her residence on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. Born in Ellwood City on August 18, 1935, Phyllis was the daughter of the late Ralph and Florence Foringer Richt. She married William A. Bubb, Jr. on December 31, 1955 and he preceded her in death on August 2, 2022. Phyllis retired from the Ellwood City Hospital in 1996 where she worked as a respiratory therapist. She attended Victory Family Church and she enjoyed baking, gardening and watching baseball. Phyllis also enjoyed watching her grandchildren. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law,…