Obituary

David A. DeVenney, 82, of Chippewa Township, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026, at his home.

Born on June 2, 1942, in Beaver Falls, he was the son of the late Arthur and Lillian (Walker) DeVenney.

Dave was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, having served during the Vietnam War Era.  Following his honorable discharge from the Navy, he worked as an industrial electrician for Babcock & Wilcox Co. and later retired from VEKA Inc.  Dave was a true car enthusiast and owned nearly 50 automobiles during his lifetime.  He enjoyed car cruises with his wife, BJ, and was a member of the Air Heritage Museum.

He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Billie Jean “BJ” (Lynch) DeVenney; a son, Brant DeVenney and granddaughter Linnea of Phoenixville, PA,; as well as nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

In addition to his parents, Dave was preceded in death by his first wife, Sandra DeVenney; a daughter-in-law, Molly; a sister, Lois (Robert) Thayer and an infant granddaughter, Zoe.

Friends will be received on Friday, March 6^th from 3PM until 7PM in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Chippewa Township, 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.  A blessing service will be held in the funeral home at 6PM with Fr. Kim Schreck presiding.

Interment will be private at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Beaver Falls.