Articles by Teolis Funeral Home

John fell asleep in Christ on April 19, 2025. Holy Saturday at the age of 91. John was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada on September 6, 1933. John attended Forest Hill Collegiate in Toronto and McGill University in Montreal. At the age of 38, in a time of deep despair and brokenness he was brought into a life changing relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ and his life became an exciting adventure from that moment. In 1977, he was called to the USA to serve under the Anglican bishop of Pittsburgh in a street and bar ministry in the…

Mr. William S. Montgomery, Sr., 86, of Fombell passed away on Thursday, April 17th, 2025 at his residence with his loving family at his bedside. Mr. Montgomery was born in Tarentum, PA on March 23rd, 1939 to the late William and Eleanor Lucille (Hilty) Montgomery. Bill had graduated from Scott Township High School and the Pittsburgh Technical Institute where he learned the trade of welding. He enlisted with the United States Marine Corps on May 29th, 1959 and served with the Company B 8th Engineering Battalion until his honorable discharge on April 12th, 1963 with the rank of Corporal (E-4)….

With our hearts heavy, full of sadness and sorrow, we announce the passing of Kiera “Kiki” Marie Mayville who passed away unexpectedly on April 12th, 2025 at the age of 20. She was born on December 14th, 2004 in Youngstown, OH. Kiera was a beautiful, vibrant soul, who was always the life of the party and would shine like a bright star in the night sky everywhere she would go. Her beautiful smile would light up a whole room as soon as she would walk in. She enjoyed singing and dancing and would do it no matter where she was…

Mrs. Antoinette “Toni” (Ferrante) Main, 88, of Ellport passed away on Sunday, April 6th, 2025 at Quality Life Services New Castle. Mrs. Main was born on July 21st, 1936 in Ellwood City to the late Flem “Babe” and Jennie (Mascia) Ferrante. She is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1955. Over the years Antoinette had worked at Greenshear Bakery, Leeds & Northrup, Romar Textile, and was co-owner and operator of Main’s Texaco Service Station which was located on Route 18 in Wampum. She had served as a member and leader for the Girl Scouts of America for…

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,…