Obituaries

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Darlene R. Burton, 84

Mrs. Darlene R. Burton, 84, of Ohioville passed away on Friday, February 4th, 2022 at the Concordia at Villa St. Joseph in Baden. Mrs. Burton was born on September 19th, 1937 in Jackson Center, Mercer County to the late Nelson and Emmy (Faulconbridge) McAnallen. She had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1955. For many years, Darlene worked as the Tax Collector for Ohioville, Pa, and was the co-owner/operator of John’s Lawn and Garden along with her husband John. A person that enjoyed watching sports, Darlene was as avid of a Pittsburgh Steeler’s fan that there ever…


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Marty R. Hall, Sr., 59

Marty R. Hall Sr., 59, of Ellport passed away on Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at the UPMC Jameson Hospital. Marty was born in New Brighton to the late Jack R. and Lillian S. (Bubb) Hall Sr.. He had worked for Steam-Pro which is based out of Virginia Beach, Virginia. He enjoyed working on cars and listening to music. He is survived by his daughter, Beck Zebley of New Castle, sons, Josh Hall and Marty R. Hall, Jr., both of Ellport, sisters, Barb (Joe) Falba of New Castle, Peggy Pearce of Danville, KY, Linda (Greg) Wright of Ellwood City, Cindy (Gary)…


Karen Rae Fleeson, 80

Karen Rae Fleeson, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend passed away at her home on February 2, 2022. She was 80 years old. Karen was born on July 5, 1941 to the late Raymond and Bette (White) McClintick. Karen was married to Richard Fleeson in 1957 and together they had six children. Karen dedicated her life to caring for others, in addition to raising her six children, she worked in the healthcare industry for over 30 years as a Nurse’s Aide. She loved spending time with her family, staying in the know with all that was new and…


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Howard M. Bentel, 79

Mr. Howard M. Bentel, 79, of North Sewickley Township passed away on Wednesday, February 2nd, 2022 at his residence. Howard was born on May 15th, 1942 in Ellwood City to the late Howard J. and Elois (Hoover) Bentel. He is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1961. Howard enlisted with the United States Air Force on January 18th, 1962 and served until his discharge on January 17th, 1968. He was awarded the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award, Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon, and Air Force Longevity Service Award. Howard worked at the Babcock & Wilcox Steel Mill…


Charles H. Werner, 79

Charles H. Werner, 79, of New Beaver Boro passed away following a brief illness on Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Born July 4, 1942 in New Castle, he was the son of the late Walter C and Ruth V. (Herold) Werner. Chuck owned and operated Werner Excavating and Trucking Company. He also worked and ran the family farm. Chuck was a member of the Moravia Presbyterian Church where he served as an Elder and a Trustee for a number of years. He graduated from Mohawk High School in 1960 and was a member…


Robert C. Leonhardt, 72

Robert C. Leonhardt, 72, of Wampum passed away Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at his home surrounded by his family after a long battle with cancer. Born February 26, 1949 in New Castle, he was the son of the late Clair and Laura (Glasser) Leonhardt. Bob retired from Cemex/Medusa after 37 years working as a repairman in the Maintenance Dept. In his earlier years he was a truck driver. Bob graduated from Laurel High School in 1967. He enjoyed farming and had the ability to fix most anything. Bob spent his summers at his camp along the Allegheny River, where you…


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Sharon M. Lewis, 65

Sharon M. Lewis, 65, of Ellport, passed away on Sunday, January 30, 2022 at UPMC Jameson. Born in Ellwood City on June 21, 1956, Sharon was the daughter of the late Floyd and Erma Twentier Wolfe.  She married Paul Lewis on May 1, 2005.  Sharon retired from McGuire Home, where she worked as a caregiver.  She loved the water, loved swimming and fishing, but most of all loved spending time with her grandchildren. Sharon is survived by her husband, Paul, of Ellport, her son, Todd C. Wolfe of Ellwood City, daughter and son-in-law, Marissa S. and Justin Bryden of Ellwood…


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Denine L. Rough, 72

Mrs. Denine L. Rough, 72, of North Sewickley Township passed away on Saturday, January 29th, 2022 at her residence. Mrs. Rough was born in Ellwood City on February 28th, 1949 to the late Jerome and Elnora “Peggy” (Woods) Jinar. She had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1967. Following high school Denine served with the United States Navy. She had worked at the McGuire Memorial Home as a nurses aid and later as a teachers aid at the Beaver Valley Intermediate Unit. She is a member of the St. Elias Romanian Orthodox Church. Denine also belonged to…


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Raymond G. Bollinger, 77

Mr. Raymond G. Bollinger, 77, of Franklin Township passed away on Friday, January 28th, 2022 at his residence. Mr. Bollinger was born in Slippery Rock on July 4th, 1944 to the late Carl M. and Marian R. (Clyde) Bollinger. Ray worked as a heavy equipment operator for various strip mining companies in the Ellwood City area. He enjoyed the outdoors and loved to laugh and have fun. His greatest joy was his family. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Raymond and Janey Bollinger of Wayne Twp., eleven grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, sisters, Nellie Miller of Evans City, Connie (Ed)…


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Ronald R. Bubb, 57

Ronald R. Bubb, 57, of Wayne Township passed away on Thursday, January 27th, 2022 at the Brighton Rehabilitation and Wellness Center. Ronald was born on March 15th, 1964 in Ellwood City to William A. and Phyllis J. (Richt) Bubb also of Wayne Twp.. Ron graduated from Lawrence County Vo-Tech where he learned the welding trade. He had worked at the Butler Auto Auction and Manheim Auto Auction. He is also a member of the Ellwood City Historical Society. Ron enjoyed working on cars and tractors, music, and loved all animals. He is survived by his parents, daughter, Sara Bubb and…