Articles by Teolis Funeral Home

Justin R. Lively, 23, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 19, 2016. Justin was born on Nov. 5, 1992 in Beaver to Rick Lively of Aliquippa and Deborah Berline Lively of Monaca. He had attended the Central Valley High School. Justin is survived by his parents, his maternal grandmother, Shirley Berline of New Brighton, his sisters, Heather (Brian) Anderson of Rogers, Ohio, Ashley Vankirk of Beaver Falls, and Brittany Lively of Koppel, and several aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Eleanor and James Lively, and his maternal grandfather, Charles Berline. Visitation will be held…

Alfred N. Sberna, 91, of Ellwood City passed away on Sunday, April 17, 2016. He was born on Oct. 24, 1924 in Ellwood City to the late Virgilio and Lisena Foiani Sberna. Alfred is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1942. On June 21, 1943 he enlisted with the U.S. Army and served with the 75th Bomb Squadron until his discharge on March 12, 1946 with the rank of Staff Sergeant. He was awarded the American Service Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Philippines Liberation Ribbon and the World War II Victory Medal. Following his service…

Ann A. Kovach, 101, of Ellwood City passed away on Friday, April 15, 2016 in the Northview Estates. Ann was born on July 17, 1914 in Ellwood City to the late Pavel and Constance Crych Voitowich. She is a member of the Holy Redeemer Parish. A home maker, Ann was a devoted and supportive wife to her husband Martin. She was a knowledgeable cook, and enjoyed traveling to California to visit with her family. She is survived by her daughter, Constance (Richard) Mank of El Cerrito, Calif., her son, Edward (Kathleen) Kovach of Chevy Chase, Md., her grandchildren, Nancy Mank,…

Anthony “Nanu” Franz, 78, of Koppel passed away on Tuesday, April 12, 2016 in the UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Tony was born on Nov. 16, 1937 in Serra San Bruna, Italy to the late Frank and Carmella Valenti Semi. Anthony came to America in 1954. He worked for the Frank Ceriani Construction Co. in Beaver Falls until he retired in 1997. He is a member of the Holy Redeemer Parish and the Holy Name Society of the Holy Redeemer Parish. He also is a member of the Labor Union #833 in New Brighton. Tony had built two homes for his wife…

Joan M. Fotia, 87, of Ellwood City passed away on Wednesday, April 13, 2016 in her residence with her loving family at her side. Joan was born on Dec. 4, 1928 in Ellwood City to the late Cecil (Cesare) and Loretta Vita Berry Giardine. Joan is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1946, and the Holy Redeemer Parish. She had worked at the Manos Theater and National Plumbing as a secretary for several years. She later worked as a seamstress for Fotia Bros. for numerous years. A loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Joan enjoyed sewing, decorating and…

Thomas C. Remler, 76, of North Sewickley Twp. passed away on Tuesday, April 12, 2016 in the Ellwood City Hospital. Tom was born on Sept. 23, 1939 in Ellwood City to the late Charles W. Remler and Ellen Rice Remler of North Sewickley Twp. Tom had worked at the Babcock & Wilcox steel mill in Beaver Falls from 1959 until 1986. He then worked for Angels Cleaning Service from 1989 until his retirement in 2010. He enjoyed sunbathing, going to flea markets and especially being with his grandchildren. He is survived by his daughter, Christi Venglass and her husband Bob…

Dolores “Dolly” Gardner, 84, of Ellwood City passed away on Saturday, April 9, 2016 in the Golden Hills Nursing Home. Dolly was born on July 16, 1931 in Ellwood City to the late Stanley and Mary Sienkiewicz Krantz. She is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1952. Dolly had worked at the V.F.W. Club in Ellwood City as a bartender for over 20 years. She served as the Memorial Day Parade Committee chairperson for many years. Dolly was a member of the V.F.W. post #252 ladies auxiliary, the Eagles Club ladies auxiliary, the Ellport Boosters Club, past…