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William J. “Bill” Lutz, 70, of Wampum passed away Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Covington Place East Palestine following a one-year illness. Born January 10, 1956, in New Castle, he was the son of the late William D. and Alberta J. Moore Lutz. He was married to Connie J. McKinney Lutz for 45 years when she passed away on March 3, 2021. Bill retired from Cemex in 2020 following an over 30-year career in maintenance. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and long walks with his dog Tucker. His most cherished moments were spent with his family. Survivors include…

Mary K. Palinski, 85, of Fombell passed away Friday, March 6, 2026, at her residence. Born September 2, 1940, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Elizabeth Murphy. She was married to John E. “Buddy” Palinski for 57 years when he passed away on April 10, 2016. Mary retired from the Riverside High School Cafeteria. She was Catholic by faith. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, traveling, and going camping in Tionesta. Survivors include her daughter, Theresa (Jim) Calhoun of New Castle; two grandsons, Jonathon (Kaitlyn) Palinski of Butler and James Calhoun of Ellwood City; two granddaughters, Victoria…

Alene “Jean” Alleman, 92, formerly of Ellwood City passed away Friday, March 6, 2026 at the Franciscan Manor in Beaver Falls. Born February 18, 1934 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Clyde and Jemima Elizabeth Main Reed. She was married to Raymond Alleman on June 14, 1958. They were married for 50 years when he passed away January19, 2009. Jean graduated from Shenango High School and received her Nursing Degree from Jameson School of Nursing. Jean devoted her life to caring for her family. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church and attended…

Paul Douglas Eonta, 68, of Ellport passed away peacefully Thursday, March 5, 2026 at his residence. Born February 9, 1958 in New Castle, he was the son of the late Paul Eonta, who passed away March 6, 2004 and Mary Lou Koach Eonta of Ellport . He was married to the late Michelle Brewer Eonta. Doug graduated from Riverside High School in 1976. He enjoyed traveling, site-seeing and playing chess with his grandson. An outdoorsman, Doug enjoyed hunting, fishing and going to sportsman’s shows. His most cherished time was spent teaching life lessons with his pride and joy, his best…

Gerald Richard “JR” Horinka, 35, of Wayne Twp. passed away unexpectedly Friday, February 27, 2026. Born July 22, 1990 in Clarion, he was the son of Gerald L and Connie L. (Hazen) Horinka of Wayne Twp. He was married to Samantha (Krimm) Horinka. JR was a Sergeant at the SCI Mercer State Prison. He was a 10 year Veteran of the Army, having served in Afghanistan. He was affiliated with the Slippery Rock Presbyterian Church. Survivors include his parents, wife, Samantha, and two children, Emilia and Ronald Horinka. Private Funeral Services were held and interment followed at Slippery Rock Presbyterian…

Donna L Freed, 65, of North Sewickley Twp. Ellwood City passed away Saturday, February 28, 2026 at the Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford following an illness. Born February 10, 1961 in Beaver Falls, she was the daughter of the late Donald Walter and Lillian Kline Blinn. Donna worked for Patriots Home Health Care in Beaver Falls. She attended Riverside HIgh School. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially gardening. She also had fun playing Bingo and going to the casino. Survivors include her husband of 45 years, Robert L Freed Sr. two sons, Robert L. Freed Jr. of Ellwood City, Christofer…

Donald R. Aiken, 95, of Ellwood City passed away Friday, February 27, 2026 at Heritage Valley Hospital in Beaver. Born October 23, 1930 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Oliver C and Mildred (Smith) Aiken . He was married to Esther Jean Aiken for 64 years when she passed away on March 2 2017. Donald retired from the Ellwood City Iron and Wire where he was a layout man. A Navy Veteran, he served as a Seabee during the Korean War. Donald was a member of the North Sewickley Presbyterian Church. He enjoyed hunting, bowling, and…

David Louis “Buck” White, 59, beloved son and brother, passed away on February 23, 2026, surrounded by his family. Buck lived in Wampum all his life with his loving parents and brother. For over 20 years, he worked at Lark Enterprises helping assemble various products. In his later years he enjoyed participating in activities at the Lawrence County Adult Training Facility in New Castle. Buck had a strong spirit; he faced several medical crises during his life but never complained. Buck loved watching Don Knotts as Deputy Barney Fife in the Andy Griffith Show. He was also fan of Hogan’s…

Glenda L. Kelly, 82, of West Pittsburg, PA passed away on February 22, 2026, at her residence after a 2-year battle with cancer. Glenda was born on March 15, 1943, to the late Glenn B. and Bernice (Yoho) Hennon of Chewton. She married Dale G. Kelly on December 2, 1961. She was raised in Chewton, attending Chewton Elementary School to 8th grade and graduated from Lincoln High School Ellwood City, PA with the class of 1961. She attended Chewton Christian Church, where she later sang in the choir and served as the song leader. After marriage, Glenda was a member…

James Clayton Conner, 79, of New Castle passed away Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Quality Life Services following an extended illness. Born April 12, 1946, in New Castle, he was the son of the late Charles Clayton and Irene Forrest Conner. James attended Union High School and then worked at Lark Enterprises as a furniture refinisher. Protestant by faith, he loved everything “Godzilla” and watching Westerns. Survivors include sister, Cheryl (Robert) Hackett of Wampum; brother, Randy (Heather) Conner of Edinburg; many nieces and nephews, and his special friend and roommate, Randy Adams. Per his wishes, no services will be held….