Obituaries
March 15, 2022

Beverly J. Williams – Long Branch

By obits

 

Beverly J. Williams, 63, of Long Branch, passed away on Saturday, March 12, 2022, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. A daughter of the late William and Beverly Williams Kalakewich, she was born in North Charleroi on Dec. 31, 1958. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend to many. Beverly had a love for being at the beach, enjoyed reading, word searches, puzzles and listening to Bob Seger, as well as shopping and especially getting her nails done. She retired in 2009 after 30 years at Corning Glass in Charleroi. In spite of all her setbacks, she always had a smile, joked around and persevered. She didn’t let anything “rain on her parade” and always had her “fun meter” on. Survivors include her husband of 32 years, Timmy L. Williams; one son, Ty Williams of Long Branch, a sister, Linda Carson; and a brother and sister-in-law, Bill and Valerie Kalakewich, all of Charleroi; three brothers-in-law, Rick Schantz of McKees Rocks, Michael Kisiday of Bentleyville and Matthew (Tracy) Kisiday of Greensburg; and her mother-in-law, Ginny Kisiday of Long Branch. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Jayne Schantz of McKees Rocks, in 2017. There will be no public visitation or services. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY INC., 700 Broad Ave., Belle Vernon, is handling arrangements, 724-929-5300, www.FergusonFuneralHomeandCrematory.com. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests you do an unexpected and unsolicited act of kindness in Beverly’s name. The world could use some extra goodness and it would make Beverly smile. Her family would also like to thank Penn Highlands Mon Valley’s ER staff and the nurses at UPMC Presbyterian for their great care and kindness.

Charleroi glassmaking memories buried in time capsule
Latest News, Main
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
December 2, 2025
Former Corelle workers were joined by public officials for an emotional ceremony in Charleroi. Charleroi stood in the cold Monday in Meadow Avenue Park to say goodbye to the plant that shaped its peop...
Kennel contract renewed despite public objections
Around The Valley, Latest News, Main
ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
December 2, 2025
The new agreement with Hoffman Kennels will run for one year. Elizabeth Township commissioners renewed a contract with Hoffman Kennels for one year for deer removal and dog control services despite so...
Season’s first big snowfall hits Mon Valley, western Pa.
Latest News, Main
By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
December 2, 2025
The worst part of the storm is forecast for today’s morning commute. The first big snowfall of the season hit Western Pennsylvania on Tuesday morning, coating the ground and roadways. Speed limits hav...
Elizabeth Twp. hydrant replaced after failing during fire
Latest News, Main
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
December 2, 2025
Pennsylvania American Water installed the new hydrant Monday and submitted the broken one to the manufacturer. Pennsylvania American Water has replaced a fire hydrant on Dillon Road in Elizabeth Towns...
Annual McKeesport Festival of Trees opens Thursday
Around The Valley, Latest News, Main
December 2, 2025
The long-running holiday celebration will feature dozens of decorated trees. By the MVI Renziehausen Park’s Jacob Woll Pavilion will be converted into a village of Christmas trees this week, which is ...
Two-vehicle crash in Charleroi
Around The Valley, Latest News, Main
December 2, 2025
Charleroi Fire Department responded Monday night to a collision involving two cars at Fifth and Washington Avenue in Charleroi. Charleroi FIre Department