All Obituaries

Laura Mae Altsman Osman, 98, a lifelong resident of Beaver Falls, passed away on May 21, 2020 after a long and happy life. She was the daughter of the late Mary and Earl F. Altsman of Patterson Township, and was preceded in death by her husband, George W. Osman, and five of her six siblings. Left to cherish her memory are her three sons, Lawrence (Sherri) Osman and David Osman, all of Beaver Falls, and Michael (Nancy) Osman of New Brighton.  She also leaves behind her beloved younger...

Hedy L. Marinaccio, 65, of New Brighton, died peacefully in her residence, surrounded by her family on Wednesday, May 20, 2020. Hedy was born April 30, 1955, in New Brighton, the daughter of the late James Sr. and Sally Ann (Jacobs) Covalt. She was a 1973 graduate of Rochester High School. Hedy was a beautiful musician and singer who played many engagements in the Beaver Valley area, honing her skills until meeting musician-songwriter, Dave Marinaccio in 1981. She and Dave began playing...

Ronald Melvin Piggott, 86, of East Palestine, OH, formerly of North Sewickley, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 in Good Samaritan Hospice. Born January 18, 1934 in Detroit, MI, he was the son of the late Melvin J. and Ethel L. (Hoyle) Piggott.  Ron was a veteran of the US Air Force, serving during the Korean Conflict. His lovely wife Mary, whom he met through his cousins when he returned home, was his rock. He almost lost that rock when he...

Margaret “Peggy” Marsico, 86, of Beaver Falls, died Thursday, May 14, 2020 in Heritage Valley- Beaver. Born April 16, 1934 in Greensburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Herbert P. Truxal and Blanche (Johnson) Armel.  Peggy was an x-ray technician for ten years and a travel agent for twenty five years. She was member of St. Monica’s Parish and a former president of the Ladies Guild. Peggy was also a member of both the Ladies Auxiliary of Heritage Valley Health...

Mary Ann (Paglia) Turconi, 89, of New Galilee, spent the last few weeks doing what many have been doing during this unusual time, contemplating what life would be like in the coming months. Mary Ann was not afraid of a virus. She had lived through worse, the death of her first child, her parents, her siblings, and her spouse. Mary Ann was, however, afraid she would not be able to get back to her life. Would, she ever play bocce again at the New Galilee LMBA Club? Would her group of...

Leonard C. Podbielski, 96, of Beaver Falls, died Saturday, May 9, 2020 in Northwood Estates. Born October 1, 1923 in Beaver Falls, he was the son of the late Anthony and Stephanie Podbielski.  Leonard was a proud veteran of the US Army, and served during WWII. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Beatrice (Agostinelli) Podbielski. He is survived by a daughter, Victoria (William) Meyers, three sons, Anthony (Paula) Podbielski, Michael Podbielski, and John...

Jason Edmond Bowers, 51, of New Brighton, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2020. A complete obituary will appear at a later time.    

Ray H. Steeb, of North Sewickley Twp., formerly of Zelienople, passed away at the age of 80, Saturday, May 2, 2020 in UPMC-Shadyside. Born August 26, 1939 in Zelienople, he was the son of the late Clarence and Edna (Barto) Steeb.  Ray was the former owner of Steeb’s Amoco Gas Station.  He is survived by two daughters, Michele (Doug) Humble and Tammie (John) Roland; three grandchildren, Stephanie (Jaymes), Bradlee (Kelsey) and Nickolas; a great-granddaughter; two sisters,...

Mabel R. Sprouse, 96, of Beaver Falls, died Friday, May 1, 2020 in her residence. Born January 9, 1924 in Waynesburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late William and Elizabeth (Morris) Tedrow.  Mabel loved animals.  She was a very kind-hearted person who was always doing for others.  She had many friends at the Beaver Falls Plaza as well as the Brighton Hot Dog Shoppe, where she would have her morning cup of coffee. She will be deeply missed. In addition to her parents, she...

Ronald “Jeff” Gordon, 60, of Beaver Falls, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2020. Born March 6, 1960 in New Brighton, he was the son of Linda (Stirling) Gordon and Ronald M. Gordon.  He worked at Anchor Hocking for 36 years, where he was a mold maker. Jeff was also a small successful business owner of the Edgewater Inn for 38 years. He loved spending time with his family as they were his number one priority. Jeff enjoyed watching Pittsburgh sports, the Kentucky Derby and...