The Obituary Section

Michael R. Mcfarland

, Pennsylvania

Michael McFarland a beloved husband father grandfather brother and faithful servant answered the call to eternal rest on May 13 2026. He has fought the good fight of faith and has taken hold of the eternal life to which he was called. He now rests in the presence of the Lord he loved and served. Michaels devotion to his family was unparalleled. He was the son of the late Regis and Marlene McFarland. He was the cherished husband of Anne McFarland with whom he shared a beautiful marriage of 46 years. Together they raised two wonderful children Kelly Hahn Tom and Matthew and they enjoyed countless moments of joy with their beloved granddaughter Emma Hahn. He was also a proud brother to Patricia Braski and Richard McFarland. Michaels love for his canine companion Bruno brought him much joy and laughter. He was known for his caring and selfless nature always…

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Mary Agnes C. Birkholz

, Pennsylvania

Mary Agnes C. Birkholz age 98 of Ben Avon PA passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 8 2026. Born on April 7 1928 in Pittsburgh PA Mary Agnes dedicated her life to her Family embodying love and warmth that radiated through her home. Mary Agnes is survived by and was the beloved wife of Edward F. Birkholz Sr. with whom after a 2 week courtship got engaged and married one year later on June 11 1949. Next month they would have celebrated 77 years of a very happy and committed marriage. Together they created a life filled with cherished memories and unconditional love. She was a nurturing and devoted mother to her four children Christine Ross the late John of Birmingham Alabama Richard Lorri of Wexford PA Edward Jr. Theresa of Cranberry Twp. PA and William Kathy of Englewood FL. She was also a Foster parent to Jane…

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Gail Klingensmith

, Pennsylvania

The brightest light in our lives left us. Gail A. Klingensmith 71 19542026 passed of cancer on May 12 2026. Gail was a Reading Specialist at a number of school districts before joining Pamela Cohen in partnership with P G restaurants in Pittsburgh. Not only did she touch the lives of many young children she also has over the years been a friend mentor supporter to many employees vendors customers acquaintances as well as family members. Gail was known for her abundant kindness generosity to others. When you met Gail you were immediate friends Her motto was You pass this way but once whatever good you can do Do It Now. Gail was also a avid sports fan including the Pittsburgh Steelers Pens her undying loyalty to the The Pittsburgh Pirates watching Spring Training all the way through to the end of of the season. She loved golf could play…

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Colleen Christoffersen

, Pennsylvania

Colleen D. Christoffersen age 65 of Valencia passed away on Thursday afternoon May 14 2026 in the comfort of her home. Born in Bellevue PA on March 17 1961 she was the daughter of the late Edward R. and Mary Eileen Holleran Dummer. Surviving are her husband Steven M. Christoffersen who she married on November 18 1987 two sons Bob Dummer Chrissy of Cranberry Twp. and Mike Christoffersen of Valencia a sister Patricia Brunn of Saxonburg and several nieces and a nephew. She was preceded in death by her sister Marilyn Werner her brother Marty Dummer and two granddaughters Sydney and Bailey. A Celebration of Life with a graveside service at Christ Our Redeemer Cemetery in Ross Twp. is being planned and will be announced. The family requests memorial donations to the Butler County Humane Society 1015 Evans City Rd. Renfrew PA 16053. Arrangements are under the direction of the…

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Ann Marie Anderson

, Pennsylvania

Ann Marie Anderson 83 passed away peacefully at her home in Mars Pennsylvania on May 8 2026. Born on February 19 1943 in Ridgway Pennsylvania Ann was the daughter of the late Robert and Florence McDivitt. She was also preceded in death by her brother Robert McDivitt Jr. Ann dedicated much of her professional life serving as an office manager and a legal and executive assistant where she was known for her diligence professionalism and kindness. In recent years she found her greatest joy in time spent with family and friends. She especially enjoyed family gatherings gardening and playing cards with dear friends. Her devotion to the Catholic Church was reflected in her service as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion at Saint Kilian Church in Cranberry Township. Ann is survived by her sister Maureen McDivitt of Grove City Pennsylvania her two sons Scott Anderson and his wife Maura of…

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Eileen Scheps

, Pennsylvania

Eileen E. Scheps age 86 of Valencia passed away on Wednesday morning May 13 2026 at UPMC Passavant Hospital in McCandless Twp. Born in Pittsburgh PA on December 31 1939 she was the daughter of the late Edward Peter and Margaret Elizabeth Downes Kolling. Arrangements are private under the direction of the McDonaldAeberli Funeral Home Inc. 238 Crowe Ave. Mars PA and condolences are available at www.mcdonaldaeberli.com.

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Patricia Pauls

, Pennsylvania

April 8, 2006

Patricia Ann Pauls age 85 of Mars formerly of Curtisville passed away on Tuesday afternoon May 12 2026 at her home. Born in Curtisville PA on March 22 1941 she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Stella Tristani Tutak. Patricia had been a floral packer at Pittsburgh Cut Flower in Gibsonia for many years. She also worked with her husband at Joes Small Engine Repair in Mars. A lover of the outdoors she enjoyed watching the birds yard work day tripping and hunting and fishing. Surviving are a son Andrew J. Pauls of West Grove PA Joes children Deb Fuhr Rich of Slippery Rock Michele Dickman Doug of Saxonburg and Jeffrey Pauls of Valencia and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph K. Pauls who she married on March 14 1970 and who died on April 9 2006 and by her…

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Dorothy Delp

, Pennsylvania

November 27, 2011

Dorothy E. Delp age 100 of Mars formerly of Cranberry Twp. and Avalon PA passed away on Sunday morning May 17 2026 at St. John Specialty Care Center in Mars. Born in Bellevue PA on February 27 1926 she was the daughter of the late Paul A. and Edith Glasser Erdner. Dorothy was the coowner of Avalon Beer Distributor which she and her husband operated for 32 years. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Avalon and most recently St. John Lutheran Church in Mars. Wife of the late Robert H. Delp who she married on July 23 1948 and who died on November 28 2011 mother of Christine Bernett James of Economy Boro Cindy Havko Edward of Spokane WA Greg E. Delp Kim of Economy Boro and the late Gary R. Delp grandmother of Aaron Allison Mitchell Jennifer Jamie Michael Abigail Robert Nathan and Harper great grandmother…

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Joan Bly

, Pennsylvania

Joan M. Ma Bly 88 of Perry Twp. Armstrong County passed peacefully into eternal life on Saturday evening May 16th 2026 at Quality Life Services Sugarcreek while in the company of her husband and family. Joan was born in Pittsburghs south side on May 24 1937. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mildred Duvall Platz. Joan moved to the East Brady area as a young girl and attended East Brady High School. She is survived by her beloved husband Roland Bly whom she married on June 22 1953. Together they raised eight boys and she was affectionately Ma Bly to her sons and their many friends she nurtured and supported over the years. After raising her sons Joan attended Butler County Community College and earned a B.S. in Education from Clarion University fulfilling her dream of becoming a teacher. Joan taught kindergarten at Bruin Elementary School for…

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Joseph D. Odonnell Jr.

, Pennsylvania

Joseph D. ODonnell Jr. 82 a lifelong Chicora resident and a retired District and Senior Magisterial Judge serving Butler County went peacefully to be with the Lord on Saturday morning May 16 2026 at Butler Memorial Hospital while in the company of his loving family. Joseph was born in Butler on January 31 1944. He was the son of the late Joseph D. ODonnell Sr. and Mary E. Callihan ODonnell. Joe was a 1962 graduate of Karns City Area High School where he was a talented athlete playing basketball and baseball. In his earlier years he was employed at Pullman Standard in Butler. He was a longtime board member officer and treasurer of the United Steelworkers Local 1415 in Butler. Joe served the local union in many capacities working diligently to improve the livelihoods of his union brothers. Later Joe was employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an auditor.…

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