All Obituaries

Sterling “Dean” Fleming Jr., 85, of Baden, passed away peacefully at home May 1, 2024, with his 3 favorite girls at his bedside.  He was born September 5, 1938, in Morgantown West Virginia, to the late Sterling and Erma (Hansel) Fleming. A graduate of Ambridge High School, Dean worked at J&L Steel and retired from Pittsburgh International Airport. Dean was an amazing softball coach. He coached many teams in Economy from locally up to a national level. He was also the...

Michael F. "Mike" Martin, 33, of Baden, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. He was born on July 4, 1990, in Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana to John Martin with whom he resided and the late Kim (Rogalla) Martin who died September 23, 2020. Mike was a 2009 graduate of Ambridge High School. He was currently employed as a professional landscaper for Professional Landscape Service, Mars, PA. Mike had a very special place in his heart and an unmatched love for...

Nancy Stelzig passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on April 19, 2023.  Nancy was born on October 22, 1943, in Rochester, PA to Anna Elizabth Coulter and Leo John Bullian. She spent most of her youth growing up in Beaver Falls and Sewickley where she graduated from Quaker Valley High School in 1961. She attended the Duffs – Iron City Business Institute in Pittsburgh in 1962 and worked as a secretary. She met the love of her life Max Stelzig at a dance at...

Buddy L. Meade, 80, of New Sewickley Twp., passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Heritage Valley, Sewickley Campus. He was born on January 3, 1944, in Sewickley, to the late Charles R. Meade, Sr. and M. Irene (Mauk) Meade. He retired as a lead mechanic in the engine shop for US Airways, Greater Pittsburgh International Airport. Buddy was a long-time active member of Baden Methodist Church where he enjoyed taking mission trips and participated in the We Care Food Pantry. He was an active...

Leslie (Les) Fetch, 77, Hopewell Twp., passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 13, 2024, in his home surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on March 17, 1947, in Sewickley, to the late William and Irene (Sholock) Fetch. He was a computer analyst for HJ Heinz Company. Leslie was a member of Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, St. Catherine of Sienna Church. He was a member of the Fair Oaks Volunteer Fire Department and served Meals on Wheels for many years in the Aliquippa...

Frank Brendle, Sr. 55, of Baden, was received into the loving arms of his Heavenly Father on Friday, April 5, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at UPMC Presbyterian following a lengthy illness. He was born on January 29, 1969, in Sewickley, to Sandra (Luzzi) Brendle of Baden and the late Joseph H. Brendle. He enjoyed playing cards, shooting pool, and was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing with his son Cody.  Surviving in addition to his mother, Sandra Brendle (Bob...

Darryl G. Waters, 68, of Ambridge, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 5, 2024, at UPMC Shadyside with his loving family by his side. He was born on February 10, 1956, in Pittsburgh, to Mary (Chatham) Waters of Pittsburgh and the late Walter Waters, Jr. Darryl was a hard worker having worked as a meat cutter at Giant Eagle. His passions in life were fishing and watching sci-fi and crime shows. He will be greatly missed by everyone who was honored to know him. Preceding him in death in...

Theresa E. Mickey, 62, of Economy, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at UPMC Shadyside. She was born on June 22, 1961, in Baltimore, MD to the late Charles and Mable (Jones) Oliver. She was a sorter and worked in quality control at Phoenix Glass (Anchor Hocking), Monaca. Preceding her in death in addition to her parents was a son, Robert Mickey, September 9, 2022. She is survived by her husband of 37 years, Robert Mickey, a son, Donald Stephens of Conneaut, OH, a daughter, Kristy...

Mildred Roppo, 90, of Economy, passed away Monday, March 25, 2024, in her home. She was born on February 3, 1934, in Ambridge, to the late John and Mary (Samardzija) Bionda. She retired from customer service at Highmark after many years of service. Mildred was a member of St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, Good Samaritan Church, Ambridge. Her passions in life besides spending time with her family included cooking, baking, and homemaking. Preceding her in death in addition to her parents was her...

Sharon "Sissy" Hamilton, 69, of Edgeworth, passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Oakland surrounded by her loving family. Sharon was born on April 23, 1954, at Sewickley Valley Hospital to Josephine (Budimir) Roppa and the late Joseph Roppa. She was a homemaker and devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and an amazing friend. Sissy was well-known for her welcoming personality. She enjoyed dancing, entertaining friends, and...