Obituaries
July 4, 2019

Joyce B. Boros Hamilton – New Eagle

By obits

 

Funeral services were held for Joyce B. Boros Hamilton, 73 of New Eagle, who died suddenly Wednesday, July 3, 2019, in her home. Born Dec. 22, 1945, in New Eagle, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Phyllis Baxter Boros. Joyce worked for over 40 years as a unit clerk for West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh until her retirement in 2003. A 1963 graduate of the former Mon-Valley Catholic High School, she was a member of St. Damien of Molokai Parish (Transfiguration Church) in Monongahela. She was also a member of the Finleyville Moose, the Finleyville American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. She is survived by her sister, Carol Caseber of Monongahela; a niece and nephew, Sheri, who was also her caregiver and husband David Lane of New Eagle, and nephew, Daniel Caseber of Monongahela; two great-nephews; five great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews; and Joyce’s faithful companions, Benji and Barney. Preceding her in death was her loving husband, Ben Hamilton, who died April 11, 2014. Memorial contributions can be made in Joyce’s name to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. Interment was held in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Carroll Township. The MARSHALL MARRA FUNERAL HOME, 216 Chess St., Monongahela, 724-258-6767, was in charge of the arrangements. Condolences can be made online at marshallmarrafuneralhome.com.

Christians mark Ash Wednesday
Latest News, Main
February 19, 2026
Many Christians headed to church yesterday for Ash Wednesday services. It also marks the beginning of Lent —the 40-day period of abstinence and self restraint leading up to Easter. Ashes are placed on...
Veterans working to resurrect VFW post in Charleroi
Latest News, Main
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
February 19, 2026
The former Charleroi VFW Arden Calvert Post closed its doors Dec. 31, 2013, but local veterans got approval to start a new Veterans of Foreign Wars charter. More than a decade after Charleroi lost its...
It’s ‘offishially’ fish fry season in the Mon Valley
Latest News, Main
By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
February 19, 2026
Churches, fire departments and community organizations across the Valley heated up the fryers for the Ash Wednesday kickoff to the Lenten fish fry season. Ash Wednesday, which also signifies the start...
Elizabeth Forward to seek appraisals for elementary school properties
Latest News, Main
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
February 19, 2026
The school board is also moving forward with a local tax abatement program. Several motions were added to Elizabeth Forward School Board’s regular meeting agenda following the workshop meeting last we...
Rivers remain below flood levels despite snowmelt
Around The Valley, Latest News, Main
February 19, 2026
Allegheny County Emergency Services officials are closely watching ice movement along the Yough. By the MVI Valley emergency providers and public safety officials are keeping a close watch on river le...
City Mission to host annual Sweet Sunday Event with a savory twist
Around The Valley, Features
February 19, 2026
The 32nd annual event is set for Sunday at Hilton Garden Inn at Southpointe. For the MVI City Mission will host its biggest — and sweetest — fundraiser on Sunday. The 32nd annual Sweet and Savory Sund...