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Renee Burnworth, 45, of Perry Township passed away Thursday, September 12, 2024 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born March 1, 1979 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late James K. “Hoopy” Burnworth and Ann Gillespie Nelson of Ellwood City. Renee worked as a secretary and in sales for Precision Cabinets. She enjoyed fishing and trips to the casino. Above all else, Renee cherished being a mother and loved her family deeply. Survivors include her mother, Ann; fiancé, Tim Stiles of Perry Township; sons, Joshua and Colten Stiles both of Perry Township; sister, Jaime (John) Meyer of Ellwood City;…

Josephine Shubert, 103, of Glendale California (formerly of Wampum) passed away peacefully on August 26, 2024. Born February 28, 1921 in Renton, PA, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Mary Jordano Mento. She was married to Frank Shubert when he passed away on July 27, 2000. Josephine worked at the Ellwood Knitting Mill for 24 years as a seamstress and was a member of the former Queen of Heaven St. Monica Church in Wampum. She is survived by many nieces and nephews. The last of her family, she was preceded in death by her parents, husband, six…

Crystal Wawrzynski, 37, of Ellwood City tragically passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024. Born October 11, 1986 in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of Randal Cunningham and Jean Diegdio and the stepdaughter of Diane Himes Cunningham. She married Jonathan Wawrzynski on September 19, 2009. Some of Crystal’s interests were reading, watching dramas, playing pool, and throwing darts. She loved cats and riding motorcycles. Above all, she cherished the moments shared and the memories made with her children, grandson, and her husband Jon. Survivors include her parents and stepmother, her beloved husband Jon who she spent 21 years of her…

Richard “Rich” Bofinger, age 87, passed away peacefully at his home on September 3, 2024. He spent his childhood in Punxsutawney with his father, Albert Bofinger. Richard always spoke fondly of several uncles, aunts and cousins who assisted in his upbringing. Following high school he served in the US Air Force for four years. He then attended Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics and became and aircraft mechanic. On May 19, 1961, he married Carol Marie Brinker of Brookville, PA. They were married for 58 years living first in New Jersey and then moving to Beaver County in 1976. They enjoyed gardening,…

Kay (Tarver) Panella, 74, passed away in her home with her family by her side on September 2, 2024 following an extended illness. She was born September 17, 1949. She is preceded in death by her parents, Donice Hughey and Alcus Tarver, her brothers John and Tom Tarver, and brother-in-law Jim Croston. Kay made the world a more beautiful place both figuratively and physically with the care she provided to those in need, the haircuts, color, and stylings she performed as a beautician for many years, and her remarkable ability to design, develop, and decorate any area she felt needed…

Letitia M. “Tish” Shick, 89, of Shenango Township passed away Monday, August 26, 2024 at Northview Estates Born April 11, 1935 in Possum Hollow, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Grace McKim Market. She was married to Joseph E. Shick for 29 years until he passed away on May 14, 1991. Tish graduated from Lincoln High School and was associated with the Highland Presbyterian Church in Slippery Rock. She spent her early years as a wife and mother and enjoyed taking care of her family. She had several jobs as her children got older, her favorites were…

Dale E. Shaw, 97, of New Castle (formerly Ellwood City), passed away peacefully on Friday, August 23, 2024, at home with his family. Born April 22, 1927, in New Castle, Dale was the son of the late Frank M. and Bertha M. (Patterson) Shaw. He married the late Donna M. (Neuman) Shaw on July 21, 1950. They were married for 64 years until Donna’s passing on January 24, 2015. Dale was a veteran of the Army, serving in Manila between 1946 -1947. Dale began his career at US Steel, then Kroger company for 15 years, and ultimately worked for State…

Connie M. Dwyer, 77, of New Beaver Borough passed away Monday, August 26, 2024 at her residence. Born May 26, 1947 in New Brighton, she was the daughter of the late William and Katheryn Barbara Irvine Dwyer. Connie had worked as a hairdresser at Bauman Beauty Academy, at the Beaver Valley Medical Center as a unit clerk, an office assistant at Pamela Corotto’s Beauty Salon in Rochester. The most memorable part of her life was living and working in Florida at the Gessler Clinic where she was employed as a medical secretary. Connie was Baptist by faith. Survivors include son,…

Guy Prestia, 102, of Ellwood City, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. He was a man of action whose service to his family, community, country, and faith radiated throughout his life. Born April 26, 1922 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Madeline (Violante) and Joseph Prestia. He married the late Patricia Prestia, his wife of 54 years, on June 29, 1957. Guy was a 1940 graduate of Lincoln High School. He served during WWII as a Sergeant in the 45th Infantry Division, 157th Infantry Regiment, E Company. His unit spent an…

John P. Novalesi, 90, of Ellwood City (formerly of Wampum) passed away Thursday, August 22, 2024 at Cambridge Falls following a brief illness. Born February 14, 1934 in Wampum, he was the son of the late Emilio and Emma Barrichini Novalesi. He was married to Marlene J. Karner Novalesi for 28 years when she passed in 1985. John graduated from Wampum High School 1953, where he was named as an All-State Basketball Player. He then went to St. Francis College in Loretto PA on a full basketball scholarship earning his bachelor’s degree. After graduating college, he taught US History at…