Articles by Teolis Funeral Home

Cindy M. Hogue, 68, of Ellwood City entered eternal rest on Sunday, March 23rd, 2025. Born in Ellwood City on October 6th, 1956 Cindy was the daughter of the late Charles and Alice (Hover) Rogan. Cindy is survived by her daughter, Michele Zimmer, siblings; Patrick Rogan of New Port News Virginia, Michael Rogan of Ellport, Margie Barshow of Portersville, and Terry Rogan of Spartansburgh, PA, and grandchildren; Brittney Bacon, Riley Charles, Braedon Sammartino, Cameron Houk, Mason Bacon, and Liam Miller. Cindy was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Sandra Lutz, her husband, Richard Hogue whom she married on May…

Mrs. Shirley M. Smith, 96, of Shenango Township passed away on Sunday, March 23rd, 2025 at her residence. Mrs. Smith was born in Wayne Township on April 15th, 1928 to the late Ralph E. and Edith P. (Moore) McMunn. A homemaker, she enjoyed playing cards and games, bowling, needlework, working on puzzles and camping, and most of all spending time with family and friends. She was an active member of the Corner Stone Community Church in New Castle, and belonged to a camping club and a travel club. She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law; Judie and Don Minteer…

Mrs. Shirley Jean (King) Larry, 89, of Ellwood City passed away on Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 at her residence. Shirley was born on December 31st, 1935 to Richard and Frances (Holler) King in New Galilee (Wampum, PA). Some of her favorite activities were painting and crafting, which she enjoyed with her dear friend Betty Phillippi. She also enjoyed playing cards and spending time with her family. Shirley enjoyed her flower gardens, listening to Tom Jones, and reading James Patterson novels. She is survived by her children: Sharon McCullough, Toni (Dan) Lutz, Sam (Renee) Larry, Jeffrey (Janice) Larry, and Jeffrey McCullough….

Mr. S. Dale Benedum, 69, of  Zelienople passed away on Saturday, March 15th, 2025 at UPMC Passavant-McCandless Hospital in McCandless Township. Dale was born on July 22nd, 1955 in Ellwood City. He was the son of the late Glenn and Marium (Floss) Benedum. He had graduated from Riverside High School and later from the University of Pittsburgh earning a Doctorate Degree in Business. Dale was affiliated with the Ellwood City Children’s Center and Rochester Alloy. He also is a member of Divine Grace Parish. Dale enjoyed motorcycles in his younger days, and presently going to car shows and was an…

Mrs. Irmtraud “Judy” Reidy, 86, of New Brighton passed away on Sunday, March 16th, 2025 at Concordia at Villa St. Joseph in Baden. Mrs. Reidy was born in Weisbaden, Germany on May 12th, 1938 to the late Elizabeth Teutsch. She had graduated from high school in Germany and later from Nursing School as a Registered Nurse. She had worked at the New Brighton Hospital and at various other hospitals while she was living in Virginia. Judy loved everything about Christmas, ceramics, and watching detective shows. She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Susanna and Donald DiFrischia of Scott Township…

Mr. Robert E. Neal, 68, of Wayne Township, passed away on Friday, March 14th, 2025 at the UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Robert was born on November 9th, 1956 in Bellvue to Robert Anderson and Jacqueline (McConnell) Neal. He attended Freedom High School and worked for Armstrong World Industries in Beaver Falls as a Fork Truck Operator. An outdoorsman, Robert liked to hunt and fish, but most of all, it was time with his grandchildren that he really cherished. He will be deeply missed. He is survived by his loving daughter, Caitlin (Colton) Gardner, grandchildren, Madeline, Parker and Nova Gardner, life-long friend,…

Mrs. Judith Ann Simon, 78, of Ellwood City, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on Friday, February 28, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by her family. She was born on August 4th, 1946, to Randall and Eunice Williams in Youngstown Ohio. Judith graduated from Hubbard High School in 1964 and after various jobs she began her career in nursing. She graduated with a degree in Nursing from CCBC in 1981. She was a devoted nurse and found her passion in caring for patients and families. Judith later served as a Nursing Supervisor for the Skilled Nursing Unit of Ellwood City Hospital. Judith…

Stephan LeRoy Matlack, 59, lovingly known as Steve, passed away the morning of February 18th, 2025. He was a beloved son, father, brother, grandfather, and friend who touched the lives of all who knew him. He had graduated from Coronado High School in El Paso, Texas with the class of 1983. Over the years Steve worked as  security and response officer and property and maintenance technician/security guard. Steve was preceded in death by his mother, Marti Matlack. He is survived by his wife, Katherine Matlack; his father, Terry Matlack, and his wife, Sally Eastwood; sister, Michelle Kolfenbach, his brothers, Marc…