RUSSELL DEWANE WILSON (77) 1948-2026

With hearts full of gratitude and sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved, Russell D. Wilson, (Pippy, Rick, Rusty), as he took his last breath on April 5, 2026, at the home he built in Robinson Township, Washington County.

From humble beginnings, being born on the farm during Thanksgiving dinner preparations, on November 25, 1948 in Clinton, PA to James H. and Olive (McCullough) Wilson, he was the youngest of eight children. He built a life anchored in core values of hard work, honesty, resilience and a dislike for milk products – the family cow got into some skunk weed and tainted the milk!

Russ was a devoted son, brother, and husband to Sherry (Eaton) for 41 years; a loving father to Tammy (John) and Eric; an ornery grandfather to Victoria (Corey), Chase, Logan, and Domenic; and a life-long friend to many that would Christmas Carol in the middle of July – in the middle of the night.

After graduating from West Allegheny High School, Russell joined the US Army as a Radio Telegraph Operator. Upon his return home, he took up working with his brother repairing Texaco pumps, became a machine operator and basically became a jack of all trades. He was an avid baker, learned to build furniture, liked to play cards and developed a soft spot for furry friends.

He was a man who measured life not in accomplishments, but the simpler things in life to appreciate from picking your own berries to make jam, to ensuring that the next generation would keep their word and help someone on the side of the road.

In addition to the people he loved in this tribute, he is survived by his sister, Nancy and many nieces and nephews.

Friends will be received at the Moody Funeral Home, 1227 Route 30, Clinton, PA 15026 on Thursday, April 9 from 2-6 pm with the service immediately following at the funeral home. He will be laid to rest in Hopewell-Hebron Cemetery.

William LeRoy Marburger, 85, of Imperial (Independence Twp.) passed Tuesday evening, March 24, 2026, at Good Samaritan Hospice, Wexford. Born August 10, 1940, in Clinton, he was a son of the late LeRoy Wilson & Grace (Groom) Marburger.

Bill, along with his father and brother, Hap, were the owners and operators of Marburger and Sons Excavating. He was a member of Oakdale Masonic Lodge # 669 F & AM the Scottish Rite and was also a Syria Shriner. Also a member of the National Pike Steam & Horse Association, Beaver Valley Antique Association and the HCEA.

Many will have seen him as Santa Claus at Janoski’s Greenhouse during the Christmas season.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his second wife, Carol Beitsinger Marburger. He is survived by his original wife, Donna C. (Henderson) Marburger, his sons William M. Marburger & Gregory L. Marburger, and his daughter and son-in-law Lori & David Girard. His brother Harry D. “Hap” and his wife Joyce Marburger, and his grandson Zachary D. Marburger.

Friends will be received at the MOODY FUNERAL HOME, 1227 Route 30, Clinton, PA 15026 on Monday from 2-4 & 6-8 pm. His service will be held Tuesday, March 31st, 11:00 AM, at the Clinton U.P. Church, 25 Wilson Rd., Clinton, PA 15026. His pastor, the Rev. Dr. Karen Younger will officiate. EVERYONE IS ASKED TO MEET AT THE CHURCH for the service. He will be laid to rest in the Hopewell-Hebron Cemetery. Memorials in his name can be made to the Clinton U.P. Church.

JoAnn Hughes, 79, of Clinton (Hanover Twp) passed Saturday evening, February 21, 2026 at Encompass Health & Rehabilitation Hospital of Sewickley. Born June 11, 1946, in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Charles N. & Marie (Kramer) Obeldobel.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Richard C. Hughes. Surviving is her daughter and son-in-law, Cathy Jo & Kevin Ulens; sister of Charles & Thomas Obeldobel and Nancy Koteles. Grandmother of Devin (Katie) Nestler and Richelle Nestler (Delaney Schmidt), Adam (Caitlin) Ulens, and Tyler (Eduardo) Ulens. Great-grandmother of 5, Landon, Harper, Madison, Logan and Mia.

Friends will be received in the Moody Funeral Home, 1227 Route 30, Clinton, PA 15026 on Tuesday from 4 to 7 pm only. Her services will be held Wednesday at the funeral home at 11 am. Rev. Ted Chapman will officiate. She will be laid to rest in the Hopewell-Hebron Cemetery.

JOYCE A. NESBITT, 80, of Brighton Township, passed away Friday morning, February 6, 2026 at Heritage Valley Beaver.

Joyce was the daughter of Allen Alexander and Faith (Criss) Alexander. She was the former owner/operator of a poultry farm in Clinton, PA until the land was taken over by the Pittsburgh airport.

A blessing will be given by Father John Ferguson at 11:00 AM Tuesday, February 10th, in the Moody Funeral Home, and she will be laid to rest alongside her mother in the Hopewell-Hebron cemetery.

Richard Rhodes, 90, of Clinton, PA passed away on January 25, 2026. Rich was the owner and operator of Rhodes Lawn and Garden in Imperial, PA.

Rich was born June 10, 1935 to the late Ira Rhodes and Isabella Chabassol Ellis. Rich was preceded in death by his loving wife, Elizabeth.

He leaves many friends to mourn his loss. Among them are George Francic, Mary Ann Francic, Al Peek, Darla Carson, and Tim Rettinger. Also left behind are his beloved cats, Clinton and Lady George.

Per the request of Rich, there will be no service or viewing.

Donations, if desired, can be made to the Beaver County Humane Society. https://beavercountyhumanesociety.org/

HELENANN GEARHART, 79, of Imperial, PA., daughter of John William and Theresa A. (Szigetti) Johovic, wife of Alfred D. Gearhart, died peacefully in her home Sunday, December 21, 2025.

Friends and family will be received Tuesday, December 30th, from 2-4 and 6-8 in the Moody Funeral Home, 1227 Route 30, Clinton, PA 15026.

WILLIAM L. “LOUIE” WILSON, 81, of Moon Twp., passed Sunday morning, December 21, 2025 at UPMC-Passavant Hospital Pittsburgh. Born August 21, 1944 in Sewickley, he was a son of the late John A. & Myrtle L. (Cummings) Wilson. A graduate of West Allegheny Class of 1962, he worked as a steel worker and then as a stay-at-home dad. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Linda C. (Eaton) Wilson on April 26, 2022.

Surviving are his children and their families: daughter Lori & David Moore & their children Dominic Romano, Jeanna Romano & Lane Keaffaber, Maxwell Moore & fiancee Sophia Maritato, Madison and Joshua Bladel; son John H. & Hilary Wilson & their children, Savanna and Hunter Wilson; daughter Cathy & Jason Hartmann and their children Justin Hartmann & Cindy Wu, Chris, Jacob and Catie Hartmann; and daughter Kimberly & Matt Deyling & their children Garret and Nathan Deyling. His brother and sister-in-law Mitch & Sandy Wilson, and his sister and brother-in-law Barbara & Rick Carlson.

Friends will be received in the MOODY FUNERAL HOME, 1227 Route 30, Clinton, PA 15026 on Friday, December 26th from 6-8 pm only. His service will be on Saturday, December 27th at 11 am. Interment will follow in the Clinton U.P. Church Cemetery.

ALBERT NEJUS, 76, of Clinton (Hanover Twp.) passed Sunday morning, November 23, 2025. Born July 24, 1949 in Germany, he was the last surviving son born to the late Ernest and Marta (Sloane) Nejus.

Albert was a long time farmer and a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during the Vietnam war. He was preceded in death by his two brothers, Ernest & Zigfridas Nejus. He is survived by nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and nephews.

Friends will be received in the Moody Funeral Home, 1227 Route 30, Clinton, PA 15026 on Monday, December 1, 2025 from 6-8 pm only. Services are private. Cremation will take place with burial to follow on the family farm.

JUDITH A. BLASCO, of Hookstown (Hanover Twp.) passed peacefully on her 86th birthday, November 2, 2025 at the Wyngate Nursing Home, Weirton, W.V.. She was born November 2, 1939 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Henry & Helen (Pugh) Lawrence. In addition to being a homemaker, Judith belonged to St. Isidore the Farmer Parish, St. Columbkille worship site. She had worked at the Pittsburgh Airport as a bar tender. An avid golfer she belonged to various golf leagues, including the Black Hawk Ladies Golf Association, playing several golf tournaments including the Beaver County Times Tournaments. Her other passion was bowling.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her son, George R. Blasco Jr., brothers Jack, Bill, and David Lawrence, and her sister Patricia Lawrence.

Surviving is her husband of 65 years, George R. Blasco, Sr., her daughter and son-in-law Sandra Grace & Tom Drischler, her grandchildren, Amanda Grace, George R. Blasco III and Sara Blasco.

Friends will be received in the Moody Funeral Home 1227 Route 30, Clinton, PA on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 where prayers will be offered Friday at 9:20 am, followed by a mass of Christian burial at 10 am at St. Isidore the Farmer Parish, St. Columbkille worship site. She will be laid to rest in the Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials in her name can be made to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Rd., Aliquippa, PA 15001.

With sad and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our dear mother, Agnes “Aggie” Benton. Her passing took place in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family on Sunday morning, October 19, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Pete and Mary (Bolek) Furman, her husband Richard A. Benton, Sr., and her son Richard A. Benton, Jr.

Her children are Donna & Jeff Marshall, George & Rosie Benton, Kathleen Snarey, and Tim & Pam Benton. Grandmother of Kelly Marshall, Dana Marshall Malin, Richard & Joe Snarey, Adam, Sara & Emily Benton, and the late Diane Cindrich. Great-grandmother of Fantasia Cindrich & Marshall Malin. Great-great-grandmother of Alice & Vincent Cindrich, and Oliver Snarey.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, October 22nd from 4-8 pm only at the Moody Funeral Home, 1227 Route 30, Clinton, PA 15026 where her service will be held Thursday October 23rd at 11 am. Rev. Ted Chapman officiating. She will be laid to rest in the Resurrection Cemetery, Coraopolis.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Light of Life Mission, 10 E. North Ave., Pittsburgh PA 15212.