All Obituaries

Richard P. Masciantonio, age 92, died peacefully at his son Pete’s home on November 21.  He joins in heaven his beloved wife of 48 years, Enis Buffalini, his brother and best friend, Joseph Masciantonio, dear sisters, Virginia Spennati, and Vivian Costantino, and parents Peter and Margaret Masciantonio.  Survived by five children and their spouses: Cathy and Mark Maxwell (Bethel Park), Cindy and Steve Almendarez, (Center Twp.), Pastor Rick and Elizabeth Masciantonio...

Beverly N. Vinisky, 91, of Raccoon Twp., passed away on Friday, November 20, 2020. She was born on December 23, 1928 in Aliquippa, a daughter of the late Samuel E. and Edith M. (Slezak) Deal. During her lifetime,   Beverly was active with the Raccoon V.F.D. Auxiliary, the P.T.A., and she served as a Den Mother for the Cub Scouts. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Andrew Vinisky; and a son, David Edward Vinisky. She is survived by her...

Rose S. Valiga, 94, formerly of Aliquippa, passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2020. She was born on May 11, 1926 in Cecehov, Czechoslovakia, a daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Kanuch) Stefanich.  Rose was a member of St. George Byzantine Catholic Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Valiga; a son, Albert Valiga; and two siblings, Michael and Inrih Stefanich. Rose is survived by nieces and nephews, Richard Valiga and his wife...

Joseph C. “Sonny” Kristian, 85, of West Aliquippa passed away peacefully with his children by his side on Thursday, November 5, 2020. He was born on June 3, 1935 in Aliquippa, a son of the late Joseph J. and Theresa (Kalmar) Kristian.  He was a  member of St. Titus Catholic Church and the Holy Name Society.  Sonny was known for being an avid baseball and softball player. His skills earned him a trip to spring training with the Pittsburgh Pirates as well as...

Jerry Strouss Fogg, Jr., better known as “Butch” to his family and friends, 50, a resident of Raccoon Twp. for 24 years, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2020 under hospice care after a short battle with cancer. Born March 3, 1970, he is the son of Martha Boothe ; and the late Jerry S. Fogg, Sr. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Deanne (Trembath) Fogg; three children, Dovovin, Hanna, and Sara; a sister and brother-in-law, Darla and...

Clark Allen Jordan, 62, of Aliquippa, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2020. He was born on April 15, 1958 in Sewickley,  PA, a son of the late Edward Donald and Marjorie Jean (Hicks) Jordan.  He retired from the Allegheny County Port Authority where he worked as a bus operator for more than 27 years.  He was a member of Local 85 of The Amalgamated Transit Union, and he was catholic by faith. In addition to his parents, Clark was preceded in death by a sister, Betsy...

Harold Wayne Buchanan, 94, of Racoon Twp, formerly of Brookville, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2020. He was born on April 20, 1926 in Churdan, Iowa. He was the son of late Isaah West and Bertie Alice (Garner) Buchanan. Harold was a U.S Army Veteran, who proudly served his country during WWII. He was a minister in the Bible Missionary Church for 63 years.   In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Ruth Lynette Demis; a son, Kenneth Paul Buchanan; and a...

Don Jeffrey “DJ” Schrader, 57, of Hopewell Twp., passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2020. He was born on April 17, 1963, a son of Donald and Lois (Magee) Schrader.  He attended Keystone Oaks High School and graduated in the class of 1981.  He served his apprenticeship with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union Local #5 in Pittsburgh and was an active working member.  Don met his wife Barbara Andrews in 1991 and moved to Hopewell Twp. in...

 Twyla Joanne Gaydos, 88, of Center Township passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on October 7, 2020.   She was born February 28, 1932 to the late Pearl Keown (Henry Gorka) and Edgar Hartenbach in Traverse City, Michigan. Joanne graduated from the Mason Felix Beauty School in Pittsburgh, PA. She also had been employed by National Electric in Ambridge, PA and Westinghouse Electric in Beaver, PA.    For 50 years she was an active member and...

Patsy Ann Smith, 86, of Monaca was called home by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, October 3, 2020. She was born on October 1, 1934 in Point Pleasant, WV, a daughter of the late Melvin and Dorothy (Neal) Bush.  Patsy was a devoted member of the First Presbyterian Church of Monaca.  She loved to garden, and she was also an animal lover, especially cats and her favorites were Angel and Spicy. If she was at home, you can bet she had a cat in her arms. In addition to her...