Obituaries

Jun 17, 2025

Edward Donley, 82, of Ellwood City, passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at UPMC Jameson.

Born in Ellwood City on January 4, 1943, Ed was the son of the late Herbert and Susie Dillon Donley, Sr. He married the former Charlene Morris on November 10, 1962. Ed retired from B&W in 1986 where he worked as...

Jun 10, 2025

Michelle “Mickey” Piecuch, 63 of Ellport, passed away at home on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, after a year plus battle with pancreatic cancer. Dozens of family, friends and neighbors visited in her final days. She was a beloved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and a cherished friend to everyone that knew her.

Born in New Castle...

Jun 2, 2025

Carrie E. Chapman, 73, of Leeper, PA, formerly of Ellwood City, passed away at UPMC Hamot in Erie on Monday, June 2, 2025.

Born in Ellwood City on May 22, 1952, Carrie was the daughter of the late Wallace and Sophie Krestel Eppihimer.  She is survived by her husband, David A. Chapman whom she married on July...

May 31, 2025

Mary Anne Caputo (Corrigan), 82, of North Sewickley, PA passed away peacefully at Good Samaritan Hospice in Wexford on Saturday, May 31, 2025 after an extended illness. She was born in Ellwood City, Pa. on October 22, 1942; the daughter of the late Edward and Mary ("Lena") Corrigan.

After graduating from Lincoln High School in 1959, she...

May 13, 2025

Thomas L. Lockrouit, 84, formerly of Ellport, passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at Celebration Villa of Chippewa. Born in Ellwood City on May 12, 1941, Thomas was the son of the late Arther and Isabell Willson Lockrouit. Tom was a mechanic in the U.S. Navy where he served from 1959 to 1974. After his service, Tom worked for...

May 7, 2025

Andrew D. “Andy” Lutz, 86, of Hermitage passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at Quality Life Services of Mercer.

Born in Sharon on September 1, 1938, Andy was the son of Alexander and Magdalene Popp Lutz.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Billie J. Tinsley Lutz.  She passed away on April...

May 6, 2025

James Michlich, a proud veteran and devoted family man, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025 at the age of 88.

Born on November 22, 1936, James served his country with honor, beginning his military career in the United States Air Force and later joining the United States Navy in 1953. Following his service, he briefly lived...

May 4, 2025

Henry C. Rohrmann, 94, of Ellwood City, formerly of Darlington, went to be with the Lord on May 4, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Darlington on November 29, 1930, to the late Edward R. and Cynthia Rager Rohrmann.  Henry is survived by his wife of sixty-one years, Lela, his two sons, Richard...

Apr 13, 2025

Louis John Ippolito, 75, formerly of Ellport, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025 at the Grove at New Wilmington. Born in Ellwood City, Louis was the son of the late Louis John and Catherine Pishioneri Ippolito. Louis retired from the Youngstown City School District where he worked as a custodian. He was a former member of St. Vincent DePaul...

Apr 4, 2025

Billie J. Lutz, 87, of Hermitage passed away on Friday, April 4, 2025 at Quality Life Services Mercer.

Born in Panama City, Florida, on September 22, 1937, Billie was the daughter of the late Belle Tinsley.  Billie is survived by her husband of 68 years, Andrew D. Lutz.  She was a member of St. John’s Orthodox Church.  ...

Mar 26, 2025

Virginia Lee Duncan Catale passed away peacefully on the 26th of March 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Virginia was born and raised in Ellwood City, PA on May 29th, 1931. She loved living in and around Ellwood City and some of her favorite memories are growing up on the Duncan Family Farm. While attending Lincoln High School she met...

Mar 19, 2025

Dr. Vasudevan Rajasenan, 85, of Ellwood City, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2025, surrounded by his loving family after a lengthy illness.

Born in India, Dr. Rajasenan embarked on a remarkable journey that led him to the United States following his marriage. He completed his medical residency and cardiology fellowship in Philadelphia before establishing a distinguished...

Mar 12, 2025

Karolina Gaul, 90, of Ellwood City, passed away on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Concordia at Wexford.

Born in Germany on July 24, 1934, Karolina was the daughter of the late Karl and Elizabeth Platzer.  She married Eugene “Gene” Gaul on January 29, 1957, and spent sixty-five years together until he preceded her in death in 2022.  ...

Mar 9, 2025

Frank J. Swetlech, 78, of Shenango Township passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025. Born in Sharon on September 3, 1946, Frank was the son of the late Frank and Madeline Baumgartner Swetlech. He was preceded in death on December 21, 2019 by is wife, the former, Donna Fecik. They were married on June 3, 1972. Frank retired after 30...

Mar 5, 2025

Shirley Sosnoski, 72, of Ellwood City, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at UPMC Passavant McCandless.

Born in Ellwood City on December 31, 1952, Shirley was the daughter of the late Jay and Faye Maine Newton.  A 1971 graduate of Lincoln High School, Shirley retired from WalMart where she worked as an optician for many years.  ...

Feb 11, 2025

Mary Lou Fillinger, 88, of Beaver Falls, formerly of Ellwood City passed away at Heritage Valley, Beaver on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. Born in Koppel on April 3, 1936, Mary Lou was the daughter of the late Louis and Nellie Holsac Ferrigno. Mary Lou is survived by her husband, Paul L. Fillinger, whom she married on April 1, 1967. She...

Feb 4, 2025

Ila L. Bauder Matsook, 90, of Ellwood City passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at Quality Life New Castle. Born in Ellwood City on May 2, 1934, Ila was the daughter of the late Joseph and Anne Shuster Chappelle. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Harry M. Bauder and her second husband, Eugene Matsook. She had...

Jan 15, 2025

Catherine J. Castor, 87, of Ellwood City passed away at her residence on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.

Born in Chambersville, PA on September 3, 1937, Catherine was the daughter of the late Walter and Catherine Rose Buggey Ednie.  She was a member of Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer Church.  Catherine was an active member of the Church...

Jan 13, 2025

Gareth M. Blyth "Gary", age 72, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on January 13, 2025, after a nearly 20-year battle with Multiple Sclerosis. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on March 14, 1952, Gareth was the beloved son of the late William J. and Dolores E. Powell Blyth. He was preceded in death by his dearest sister, Carol Rose....

Jan 9, 2025

Richard Lee Ammon, 66, of Ellwood City, passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025 at UPMC Presbyterian. Richard was born on December 13, 1958 in Industry, PA to the late Charles and Goldie Leport Ammon. He was an avid hunter and fisherman in his early days. Richard worked at Hall China in East Liverpool and later at ALSY in Ellwood...