Articles by Teolis Funeral Home

Nicholas “Nick” L. Genova, 75, of Ellwood City passed away on Friday, September, 25th, 2026 at the UPMC Passavant Hospital in McCandless Township. Nick was born on March 19th, 1951 in Ellwood City to the late Frank J. and Laura (Lagana) Genova. He had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1969 and from Slippery Rock University in 1973 with a Bachelors Degree in Education. In 2003 he earned his Masters Degree in Business Administration from Geneva College. Nick started his career working for Calgon ( later known as Nalco then Echo Lab) as a Lab Technician, then…

Mr. Fred Silvestri, 94, of Ellwood City, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 21st, 2026 at his residence. Mr. Silvestri was born on March 10th, 1932 in Ellwood City to the later Oddone and Gulia (Mariotti) Silvestri. He had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1950 and is a member of Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer Church. Fred enlisted with the United States Air Force on May 1st, 1951 and served until his honorable discharge on April 30th, 1955. He was awarded the Korean Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and the United Nations Service Medal. Following…

Patricia Ferguson passed away on Tuesday September 15th, 2026 at Greystone Country Estates in Fredonia, Pa. Born on February 7, 1942 to the late Charles and Juanita Watson Perine in Midland Pa. On April 20, 1963 she married Jack Ferguson. He preceded her in death on April 6, 2021. Patti graduated from Mohawk High School in 1960. After graduation she moved to California and was employed by Goodyear Tire Company. A few years later, Patti and Jack moved back to the area and over the next 60 years made their home in Ellwood City. Patti was employed by the Ellwood…

Mrs. Nancy R. Britton, 86, of Ellwood City passed away on Sunday, September 6th, 2026 at Quality Life Services in New Castle. Nancy was born on October 31st, 1939 in Ellwood City to the late Charles Lancet and Laura E. (Eicholtz) Kennedy. She is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1957.She had worked at Universal Rundle, Econo Wash Laundromat, Pee Wee’s Hot Dog Shop, Airway Luggage, and Joyce’s Café. Nancy enjoyed cooking and taking care of her family. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Edward “Buster” and Marilyn Wymer Sr. of Ellport, grandchildren Krystie, Katherine,…

Edward G. Gold, 94, of Freedom passed away on Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026 at the Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford. Mr. Gold was born in New Sewickley Township on April 5th, 1932 to the late Robert and Mary E. (Whalin) Gold. He started his working career at Freedom Oil Works, then at Spang Shelving and for twenty years he was an over the road truck driver for CREST, who drove over a million miles. Ed enjoyed gardening, raising bee’s to make honey, riding his 1967 Triumph motorcycle until age 90, and was an avid Pittsburgh Steeler’s fan. He is…

Steven A. Beck, 76, of Ellwood City passed away on Tuesday, August 25th, 2026 at the UPMC Jameson Hospital in New Castle. Steven was born in Butler, PA on January 12th, 1950 to the late Marcus and Eileen (Weser) Beck. He went to St. Peter’s Catholic School and graduated from Butler High School with the class of 1968. During his high school years he worked through hard work and dedication to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout along with his best friend Richard Graham of Butler. In 1970 Steve earned an associates degree from Penn State University. Steve then started…

Mrs. Marlene J. Ciampaglione, 80, of Beaver Falls passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 25th, 2026 at the AHN Beaver Hospital. Marlene was born in Ellwood City on January 13th, 1946 to the late Domenico J. and Mary R. (Ritorto) Ricciuti. She had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1963 and attended Clarion State College. Before getting married she briefly worked at Bankers Life Insurance Company. Marlene married the love of her life on October 12th, 1968. She is a member of Saint Monica’s Roman Catholic Parish in Chippewa Township. She loved cooking and taking care of…

Robert “Bob” Mazzant, 71, of North Sewickley Township passed away at AHN Wexford on August 24, 2026 after a courageous two year battle with cancer. Born August 12, 1955 in Ellwood City, Bob was the son of the late Anthony & Nellie Mazzant. Bob was a graduate of Riverside High School and the Community College of Beaver County. He was a retired Policeman for the City of Beaver Falls and ran his successful business, Mazzant Painting, for over 50 years. He was an avid antique collector and loved spending time at his house on Lake Erie with his family and…

Georgia Carol Fife, beloved mother, cherished friend, and beacon of love, passed away on this August 25th, 2026. She left this world leaving behind a legacy of kindness and compassion. Mrs. Georgia C. Fife, 78, born on November 5th, 1947 to the late Milo W,. and Gloria (Cover) Derrow. Georgia married Ron Fife on November 12, 1965 in East Liverpool, Ohio. She leaves behind her daughters, Karen (Andy) Jeannette, Bethann Nye (Fiancé, Bob) and son, Jeff Fife (Deanna). She loved her grandchildren, Donovan (Taylor) Nye, Natalie (Brandon) Aller, Kaitlyn (Blaise) Haynes, Adam Jeannette, Chloe and Jonathan Shirley. She had two…

Rosemary Rozzi, 89, of Ellwood City passed away on Saturday, July 11th, 2026 in Fort Worth, Texas. Rosemary was born in Ellwood City on December 7th, 1937 to the late Louis and Francis (Mingoine) Rozzi. She graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1955. She had worked at the Ellwood City Knitting Mill and later at Romar Textile. Rosemary is a life long member of Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer Church, and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates Fan. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Louis “Tubby” Rozzi Jr., niece, Deborah Shirley, and…