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Paula Eileen Skoczylas, 80, of Chewton, went to be with her Lord and personal Saviour Jesus Christ October 4, 2023 surrounded by family in her home. Born June 21, 1943, in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Virginia Stevens. Paula graduated from Lincoln High School in 1961 and went on to work as a baker at a local store. She married her beloved husband Jim Skoczylas on August 12, 1967 and they celebrated 56 beautiful years of marriage together. Paula was an active member at Park Gate Baptist Church, where she was a part of…

Randy Lee “Spider” “Happy” Swogger, 65, of South Beaver Township passed away peacefully on Friday, September 22, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his loving family following a lengthy illness. Born January 25, 1958 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late LaVerne D. “Weasel” Swogger who passed away on February 26, 2008 and Evelyn Hackett Swogger of Wampum. Randy had graduated from Mohawk High School. For most of his working life, he worked at the Darlington Brick Yard as a Production Foreman. After the Brick Yard ceased operations, he worked as a Supervisor until his retirement from…

Larry D. Gaiser, 74, of Ellport passed away Thursday, September 21, 2023 at Cambridge Falls following a three-year battle with Alzheimer’s. Born November 3, 1948 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late John and Johanna Crowe Gaiser. He married Jill Young Gaiser on September 21, 1968 in the Calvin Presbyterian Church, where they are both members. Larry had graduated from Lincoln High School in 1966 along with his wife Jill. He joined the Army Reserves in 1967. Larry started washing cars at McElwain’s when he was in high school, advanced to a mechanic, and ultimately held the…

Joshua P. Lease, 36, of Wampum passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at UPMC – Jameson Hospital following a short illness. Born May 3, 1987 in Beaver, PA, he was the son of the late Jeffrey P. Lease and Patsy McKinney Stoops of Wampum. Josh had graduated from New Castle School of Trades and worked as an HVAC Technician for Maier’s in Rochester. He enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, and pets. In addition to his mother, Patsy; survivors include his fiancée, Desiree McQuiston of Wampum; daughter, Louise K. Lease at home; step-son, Kaden McQuiston of Fombell; mother-in-law, Darlene…

Richard Michael Cini, 88, of Monroeville and formerly Wampum, died on September 12, 2023, after a short battle with cancer. The deceased was born on November 1, 1934, in Chewton to Stella Sobczak Cini and Joseph Cini. During the depression, Richard and his brother were raised by his single mother with help from her siblings. Richard graduated from Wampum High School in 1952. He enlisted in the U.S. Army for two years, graduating Signal School in Fort Gordon, Georgia, and then serving in the reserves. His military records were destroyed in a fire at the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC)…

Kenneth L. Jenkins, 89, of New Galilee passed away unexpectedly Sunday, September 10, 2023 at his residence, the house where he was born. Born March 23, 1934, he was the son of the late Frank W. and Sylvia F. Russell Jenkins. He was married to Olga A. Franchi Jenkins for 65 years until her passing on January 13, 2020. Kenneth was a Veteran of the Army serving from 1955 until his honorable discharge in 1957. He was a group leader at Westinghouse until his retirement. He was a member of the Galilean Presbyterian Church where he served as a former…

Shari E. Kennedy, 63 of Ellwood City, went home to her Lord and Savior on September 6, 2023 following a valiant fight against Alzheimer’s. She is survived by her husband, James, her father William R. Marshall, her sister Patricia (Jay) Petrak, and many in-laws, uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, and beloved friends. A graduate of Lincoln High and Slippery Rock University, she crafted a successful executive career at Nationwide Mutual in Butler, Pittsburgh, Annapolis, and Columbus. She was a lifetime member of Wurtemburg Presbyterian Church and served as an Elder. She was preceded in death by her mom E. Harriet Foster…

Rev. David Alleman, 63, of Ellwood City passed away Monday, September 4, 2023 at Heritage Valley – Beaver following a brief illness. Born September 26, 1959 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Raymond Alleman who passed away in 2009 and Jean Reed Alleman of Ellwood City. Rev. David had graduated from Riverside High School, then attended Geneva College, Point Park, and Robert Morris University where he earned his Master’s Degree. He then attended the Trinity Episcopal School for Ministry, after which he became ordained as a Reverend. He served as a chaplain for the Beaver Falls…

Karl R. Dicks, 63, of Oil City passed away Monday, August 21, 2023 at his mother’s residence in Ellwood City following a short battle with cancer. Born November 13, 1959 in Grove City, he was the son of the late Raymond W. and Martha Griffin Dicks. Karl had graduated from Lawrence County Vo-Tech in 1977. For many years, he worked as a fabricator for Clarion Bath Ware. He was an avid Elvis fan and enjoyed singing, riding horses, and working on cars. Survivors include his mother, Martha; forever friend Deb Rhoades; daughter, Sherrie (Jason) Schliffka of Fombell; son, Raymond W….