Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation LLC

12/25/2025

Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas, filled with love, laughter, and blessings. 🎄❤️💚

12/25/2025

Tonight, as a tradition we are lighting a candle in our funeral home in remembrance of your loved ones that are not with us this Christmas 🕯️

12/20/2025

Laraine Nawrocki-Fardo, 84, of Economy Borough, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of the late Harry Sr. and Eleanor Nawrocki. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John B. Fardo.

Surviving is her children, John Fardo and Amy (Brian) Padgett; her brothers, Harry Jr. and Russell Nawrocki; her grandchildren, Madison Patsey-Padgett, Elise Fardo, and Baylee Padgett; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, in-laws, cousins, and friends.

Laraine was a proud graduate of Ambridge Area High School and went on to attend Slippery Rock University and the University of Pittsburgh. She dedicated her life to education, beginning a long and fulfilling teaching career with the Ambridge Area School District, from which she later retired. Laraine cherished family trips to Florida and spending time with her grandchildren. She enjoyed playing the slot machines at the casino and was known as an excellent cook. Above all, she was deeply involved in and devoted to her family and all of their activities.

Visitation will be held on Monday, December 22, 2025, from 2–4 p.m. and 5–7 p.m. at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at Saint Luke the Evangelist Church/Good Samaritan, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge. Burial will follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery, Hopewell.

12/15/2025

William H. Gross, affectionately known as “Uncle Bill,” age 97, of Economy Borough, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2025. He was born to the late Harry and Katherine Gross. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 63 years, Dolores (Grguras) Gross; his brothers, Paul, Louis, Donald, James, and Joe Gross; his sisters, Mary Kress and Pearl Krupski; and his nephews, Paul “Cookie” Gross and Robert Gross.

William is survived by his loving children, Kathy (Jeffrey) Andrews, Bill (Mary Cay) Gross, Karen Hayes, and Kevin (Maryann) Gross; 10 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and many cherished nieces, nephews, and friends.

A graduate of Ambridge High School, Class of 1947, William proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. He went on to dedicate more than 30 years of service to Duquesne Light, from which he retired. A lifelong resident of Economy Borough, William was a devoted Catholic who attended Our Lady of Peace Church and then later switched to Good Samaritan/Saint Luke the Evangelist Church.

William enjoyed his work at Duquesne Light and was an active member of the Redshaw senior softball team. He found great joy in gardening, cutting trees down, and fixing just about anything—always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. A devoted family man, he especially loved spending time with children, dogs, and feeding the birds at his house. William had an incredible memory and a gift for connecting with people; he truly never met a stranger.

Family and friends will be received on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at 10:30 AM at Good Samaritan/Saint Luke the Evangelist Church, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge. Burial will follow at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park.

12/13/2025

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12/13/2025

12/13/2025

We hosted our second annual remembrance program for those that can no longer be with us this Christmas season 🕊️

12/05/2025

Carol A. Franc, 86, of McCandless, passed away on December 4, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Carl and Zelma Farrell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 58 years, Victor G. Franc, and her brother, Richard Farrell.

She is survived by her seven children: Bryan (Angie) Franc, Christopher (Sue) Franc, Kevin (Ambur Murphy) Franc, Terri (Jerome) Fancsali-Franc, Marlene Pena, Ashley (Jamie) Palkovic, and Karen Franc; 11 grandchildren; and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Carol was a graduate of Mount Pleasant High School and continued her education at Seton Hill University, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in music. She went on to teach music and English in the Connellsville School District. Carol and her husband, Victor, shared a remarkable legacy of love and compassion, proudly fostering 21 children throughout their life together.

She adored her cats, cherished classical music—especially the works of her favorite composer, Sergei Rachmaninoff—and enjoyed taking spontaneous weekend road trips with her husband, never needing a final destination. Above all, she treasured every moment spent with her family and was devote in her Catholic faith.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 10:15 AM at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 AM at Saint Luke the Evangelist Church (formerly Good Samaritan), 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge. Interment will take place at Holy Savior Cemetery, Gibsonia following the mass.

12/03/2025

Shelton “S***t/S***ter J” was born on April 19, 1948, in Aliquippa, PA, and passed on to Glory on November 20, 2025, at Friendship Ridge Rehabilitation and Wellness Center, where he had resided for almost two years.

S***t, known affectionately by his family, was an adventurous and carefree person who never met a stranger, no matter where he traveled. Following his matriculation in the Aliquippa School District, Shelton joined the Armed Forces. Upon his return, he went on to marry and father several children: Narvette Alise “Lisa” Gibbs, Lanette Hopes, Shon Owens (deceased), Shelton Cottrill, James R. Hopes, Kevin Jones, Taleisha Jackson, Travis Jackson, Shane McGee, and Mish’ellay Nakoa. He also assisted in parenting Tia Jackson and Jasmine Jacobs. He is also survived by his life partner, Enessa Jacobs; special nephew, Omarr Jones; and niece, Louise Jacobs-Johnson.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Elbert and Louise (Jacobs) Jones; sisters Janice, Lillian, and Alfreda; and brothers Elbert, Taylor, Darryl, Calvin, Anthony, and Kevin.

Shelton leaves to cherish his memories his brothers Dexter (Mary), Ivan, and Oren; sister-in-law Bonnie Jones (Anthony, deceased); as well as a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends.

The family would like to thank everyone for their cards, calls, food, and prayers.

A memorial visitation will be held on Sunday, December 7, 2025 from 1:00 PM until time of funeral service at 3:00 PM at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC 547 8th Street, Ambridge.

11/27/2025

Samir Elsabee, 92, of Moon Township, passed away on November 26, 2025.

He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Victoria Elsabee; his daughter, Miranda Gabriel; his sister, May Elias; and his grandsons, Andrew and Christopher Gabriel. He was preceded in death by his brother, Nabil Elsabee.

Born on January 1, 1933, in Cairo, Egypt, Samir devoted his life to his greatest passion: art. A professional artist, he continued creating until his final days. His work lives on in the beautiful pieces displayed in museums around the world. Samir also loved dining out, spending time in nature, and sharing meaningful moments with his family.

He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

A Mass will be held at 12:00 PM on Friday, November 28, 2025, at St. Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church, 995 Melrose Ave, Ambridge, PA 15003. Burial will follow at Resurrection Cemetery in Moon Township.

11/27/2025