Month: October 2020

Ayende Solomon Crawford, 30, of Beaver Falls, Pa., entered his Heavenly Home on Monday, October 26, 2020. Ayende was born June 28, 1990, in Beaver Falls to Wanda Solomon, and Anthony Disouza of Brooklyn, N.Y.

Ayende was an entrepreneur and a real estate investor and known for his sharp business mind. Ayende’s exceptional intelligence was witnessed by many through his teachable conversations with family and friends and his keen sense of hunger to gain self-knowledge. Ayende had a passion for living his life to the fullest. He loved traveling and had a taste for the finer things in life. Ayende had a generous spirit, and was always available to help those in need, He was a man who loved and adored this children, family and friends. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Ayende was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Lester Llyod Solomon Sr. and Pastor Elaine Solomon and aunts, Cheryl Solomon and Leslie Solomon.

Ayende is survived by his loving children, Naliyah Solomon, Josiah Alford and Za’Ryah Solomon; parents, Wanda Solomon and Anthony Disouza; siblings, Khaliah Solomon, Jelani Solomon, Imani Solomon, Akeil Solomon, Saquan Crawford, Sherif Crawford and Derrick Brown; nieces and nephew, Ayana Akins, Cadee Akins, Yomi Solomon, Jelani Solomon Sr., Chinuah Solomon, Jasiri Solomon and Kameron Williford; uncles, Lester Solomon and Rodney Kevin Solomon; cousins, Rodney Solomon, Keyva Solomon, Lia Wiley, Kenneth Soloman, Cherise Solomon and Shira Solomon; blessed and loyal friends, Daron Choice and Brian Cox; Godmother, Claudettle Rodney (whom he adored) and host of other relatives and friends.

Service to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 from 5 to 8 p.m. at WASHINGTON FUNERAL HOME CREMATIONS, 1411 6th Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA, followed by a family only Homegoing Celebration Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at 11 a.m. at Light of Salvation Church 3301 6th Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA with Pastor Bobby Wilson officiating.

Barbara Brown, 54 of Beaver Falls, PA passed away Sunday,October 18, 2020 unexpectedly in the Heritage Valley Beaver Medical Center. Barbara was born September 24, 1966 in Atmore,Alabama to the late Cleveland and Edna Mae Boggan Jones.

Barbara was a member of the Mt. Shiloh Baptist Church, Atmore, Alabama. Barbara loved to sing Gospel Music and was an avid Hunter and did her own butchering. She worked as a Nurse’s Aide for many years; and was very passionate about the care and well-being of others. She was a family woman who enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family and friends. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

Barbara is preceded in death by her parents. Sisters: Shirley Melissa Jones, Sue Lee Freeman, Rosa Curry Clarke and Brenda Jones. Brothers: Frazier Jones, Jimmy Neil Jones, Ozell Jones, Jesse Jones, Willie Jones, Jeno Jones and two stillborn brothers. Nephews: Joseph “Dennis” Jones and Keyona Freeman.

Barbara is survived by her son Clevon Jones Jr. (Jazzman Mason) Fiancée. Grandchildren: Clevon Jatrey Jr. and Jazalyn Gatrey. Fiancée: Norris Chapman. Sisters: Janice Carolyn (David) Johnson, Patricia (Clyde) Boatwright, Betty Jean (Claude) Brown, and Hattie (Butch) Howard. brothers: Calvin E. (Annette) Jones and Kaywood Jones Sr. Aunts: Edwina (Charlie Will) Durant, Dempsey (Clyde) Boggan and Helen Boggan. Uncles: Mercy Boggan, Jimmy Boggan, Joseph (Emma) Boggan, John William and Jerry Boggan and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.

Services to be held on Monday, October 26, 2020 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm followed by a Homegoing Celebration at Washington Funeral Home & Cremations 1411 6th Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA. Pastor Bernard Tench officiating. Live Stream the service at 1: 00 pm on Washington Funeral Home & Cremations facebook

Jon Pierre Caracter, 54 of Beaver Falls passed away Saturday, October 17, 2020 in his home, after a long battle with cancer. Jon was born December 27, 1965 in Beaver Falls to the late Robert and Barbara Stoner’ Caracter.

Jon was a graduate of Beaver Falls High School, after graduating he join the United States Marine Corps. He was a kind and gentle person, who loved his family and friends. Jon will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Jon is survived by his loving and devoted daughter, Sophia C. Caracter. Grandchildren Jessie, Nathan, and Nasi all of Beaver Falls, PA. Sisters: Dawn White, Hopewell, VA; Monique Caracter, Beaver Falls, PA; Jamie (Roland) Bailey, Aliquippa, PA. Brother: George J. Caracter, Beaver Falls, PA. Aunts: Joyce Walker, Columbus, OH; Martha Johnson, Woodbridge, VA; Laura Paige, Pittsburgh, PA; Uncle: Robert Walker, Columbus, OH. Devoted Companion: Kimberly Howard and host of, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Jon’s wishes are as follows: internment in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville, PA and a Memorial service to be held on Saturday, October 24, 2020 family and friends will be received from 11am – 1:00 pm followed by a Homegoing Celebration at Washington Funeral Home & Cremations 1411 6th Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA. Pastor Bobbie Wilson officiating.

Alfred Joseph Scrutchins Sr. (“Joe”), 76, of Beaver Falls, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2020, at Heritage Valley.

Joe was born on July 8, 1944 in Aliquippa, PA. He graduated from Aliquippa High School and received a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Geneva College. Joe was also ordained as an Elder by The Church of God in Christ.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Mattie Scrutchins, his sister, Louise (Scrutchins) Jones, and an infant grandson (Judah Young Scrutchins).

He leaves to cherish his memories his three children, Alfred Joseph Scrutchins Jr., Pittsburgh, Joan (Milano) Harden MD, Atlanta, GA, and Marla Faith Scrutchins, Columbus, OH; two brothers, Arthur “Buck” Scrutchins, Aliquippa, Edward (Geraldine) Scrutchins, Toledo, OH; 7 grandchildren, and a host of beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins

Service Entrusted to Washington Funeral Home & Cremations, 1411 6th Ave Beaver Falls PA., Regina Washington Supervisor.

John Edward Eady, 66 was called home unexpectedly to rest in his Heavenly Father’s House on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at his residence in Rochester, PA. John was born on January 6, 1954 to Shirley Ann Johnston Eady and the late John Eady.

John worked and retired from the Gaithersburg, Maryland Port Authority. He was a loving campion, father, grandfather and friend. He enjoyed spending time with his family and was the life of family gatherings. He will be truly missed by all who knew him.

John is proceed in death by his wife Betty Lucille Parham’Eady and father John Eady.

John is survived by Son: Ian Todd (Joy) Collins. Daughters: Brianne Eady and Lauren (Aron) Jackson. Grandchildren: Xaiver Collins, Ian Collins Jr, Eva Collins, Logan Collins, Brielle Eady, Halo Jackson, Hayven Jackson, and Honor Jackson. Mother: Shirley Ann Johnston’ Eady. Siblings: Terry Eady, Karen Eady’ Lockett and Scott Eady, Lionell Jones. Devoted Loving Companion: Dorothy Tillman. Nephews: Landon Lockett, Antwan Brown, Scotty Eady, William Eady, and Terrence Eady. Nieces: Aubrey Holsinger, Alexis Eady, Ayanna Eady and Ava Eady. Great Aunts: Jancie Smith and Charmaine Johnston and a host of other Relatives and Friends.

A viewing will be held Wednesday, October 14, 2020 from 5 pm to 7 pm. A Home-Going Service will be held on Thursday, October 15th at 12 Noon; (Family only) at Washington Funeral Home & Cremation 1411 6th Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA. Regina Washington, Supervisor.

Joyce Ann Tatum, 67, made her transition to be with The
Lord, in her home surrounded by loved ones on Saturday, October
3, 2020.

She was a loving and attentive daughter, mother, ama, gram, and
sweetie. She humbly spoiled her family with the gift of unconditional
love. Joyce enjoyed reading her Bible, cooking for her family, and
shopping. Her family describes her as…

     An Angel Among Us
Nothing less than a manifestation of all that God made
beautiful. The personification of love and the stories we could share
– anyone else might call fictional because, well who would believe
we saw an angel with our own eyes, or touched her by our own
hands, or believe we had an angel among us.

We’ve always been told they lived in the sky, but God gave us one
of our own. Her heart sculpted out of the purest of love and
understanding; a graceful appearance, and presence demanding.
However, from God we come, and to him we must return so, it’s only
right he called his angel back – a reality that burned. We can only
smile because it is not (only) us who took the loss.
We feel for those who never got to be graced with her smile, or
embraced by her charm, or never held in her arms, but we did! So
(for that) we rejoice and give praise, and say thank you Lord for
sending your Angel our way.

Joyce is preceded in death by her sisters, Mary “Mae Mae”
Yates and Dawn Jackson.

She leaves to cherish her memories, life partner of 16 years,
Darryl Williams; son, Cameron Tatum; daughter, Michelle Tatum and
Derrick Ross, of Rochester, PA; granddaughters, Syra, Daysha,
Dymond, Sarasia and Katherine; grandsons, Amir and Amar'ee;
great grandson, Rico; mother, Mary Jackson; brothers, Julian and
Peter Jackson; sisters, Deborah Brown, Vivian Ricks, Iris, Christine,
and Nadine Jackson, and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews,
cousins, and friends.
Due to COVID 19 restrictions MASKS are required. The viewing will
be on Saturday, October 10, 2020 from 10am – 12noon followed by
a homegoing celebration. Immediate family only for the service at
Washington Funeral Home & Cremations 1411 6th Avenue, Beaver
Falls, PA Regina Washington. Supervisor.

Michael Wayne Bobbitt, 58 passed away from complications of diabetes Saturday, October 3, 2020 in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA. Born January 21, 1962 in Durham, North Carolina to Margaret Simmons and the late Nathan E. Coleman (Step-father).

Mike enjoyed LIFE! He loved cooking; he was truly passionate about his barbecue sauce and cooking on the grill. He loved many things – among the things he loved were playing pool (joking while winning) shopping for clothes, (he could coordinate hats, shoes, and suits). He enjoyed football and basketball, dancing and listening to music.
Mike was a generous man and had a heart of gold. He enjoyed his family and friends and he loved entertaining them.
Mike was educated in the Warren School District and graduated from Warren Western Reserve High School. He retired from Susquehanna school district in 2003 Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and then relocated to Beaver Falls, PA where he retired from ATI Precision Finishing in Rochester, PA. He will be truly missed by all whom knew him!

Preceded in death, Wendy Faye Bobbittm, Nathan Coleman III and Nefew Marcus Bobbitt.

Mike is leaving behind his loving and devoted wife Jodie Thomas-Bobbitt of 17 years. Children: Kiane Honeywood (Warren,Ohio), Shayla Bobbitt (Alexandria VA), R A Bobbitt (Warren,Ohio). Step children, Todd Thomas (Lindsey) (Pittsburgh, PA) and Zion Brown (Beaver Falls, PA).
Siblings: James Bobbitt (Lisa) (Harrisburg, PA), Jason Coleman (Warren, OH), Denise Coleman (Warren,OH). Devoted friends: Gary McElroy, Kevin Brackett, Charles Curry, Gus Apostolis, Darian Cole, Roscoe Hodge, Keith Lowe, and James Livingston and a host of family and friends that loved him dearly.

Mike wishes “no services” Due to Covid19.
Service entrusted to Washington Funeral Home & Cremations 1411 6th Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA 15010