Articles by Teolis Funeral Home

Mrs. Mary C. (Urgitus) Schaffer, 59, of Ellwood City passed away Sunday, October 27th, 2024 at her home. She was surrounded by her loving family. Born December 17th, 1964 in Beaver Falls, PA she was the daughter of the late Kenneth E. and Anna M. (Lindsay) Urgitus. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers Mark J. Urgitus and Robert T “Bobby U.” Urgitus and her stepsons Robert Schaffer and Frank A. Schaffer Jr.. She is survived by her husband Frank A. Schaffer, devoted son Tyler A. Schaffer of Ellwood City, daughter Jaclyn Urgitus of…

Paul E. Bubb, Jr., 49, of Utica, PA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024 at the Edison Manor in New Castle following a 6 month illness. Paul was born in Ellwood City on April 21st, 1975 to Paul E. Bubb, Sr. of Utica and the late Deborah A. (Tindall) Bubb. He is a member of the Laurel High School class of 1994. Following graduation Paul was hired by W.W. Williams Diesel Mechanic Shop where most recently he was working as a shop supervisor. An outdoorsman, Paul enjoyed hunting, fishing, ATV riding, and playing pool. He also is a…

Ms. Mary Ann Hilliard, 54, of New Castle passed away on Thursday, October 17th, 2024 at Edison Manor. Mary was born on October 18th, 1969 in Ellwood City to the late Russell W. and Theodora F. (Lutz) Hilliard Sr. She enjoyed being on social media such as instagram and tik-tok, watching various videos for entertainment. She is survived by her sister, Richelle Owens of Ellwood City, and brothers, Russell Hilliard Jr., and Mike (Janet) Hilliard of Arvada, CO. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Ronald and Terry Hilliard, sister-in-law, Teresa Hilliard and brother-in-law, John Owens. As per…

Ms. Helen G. Mantz, 98, of Ellwood City, passed away on October 14th, 2024 at her residence. Helen was born on November 11th, 1925 in Ellwood City to the late James and Mary (Minnocci) Mantz. She graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1941. Helen belonged to Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer Church, and was also a Christian Mother. She starting working for Shapiro’s Dress Shop in 1942, and eventually bought the business upon the previous owner’s retirement. Once hers, she renamed the business “Helen’s Dress Shop, Bridal and Formal” and remained in business until her retirement, at…

Mrs. Kathryn Jeanne Manzo, 75, of Ellwood City passed away on October 10th, 2024 at her residence. Kathryn was born on December 9th, 1948, in Beaver, to the late Michael and Elsie (McConnell) Landman. She was a graduate of Riverside High School. Kathryn worked as a cook at Cully’s Restaurant in Ellport, Fray’s Restaurant, and the Ellwood Hot Dog Shop, which later became, Breakfast and Burgers, all on Lawrence Avenue. Kathryn enjoyed reading, gardening, candy-making, and most of all, spending time with her family. She is survived by her husband, Nicholas Manzo of Ellwood City, whom she married on October…

Mr. Norman L. Giancola, Sr., 95, of New Wilmington, formerly of North Sewickley Township, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at the Avalon Care Center. Norman was born on October 28, 1928, in Ellwood City, to the late Clemente and Anna D.(Perrotta) Giancola. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1946 and from Geneva College with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. Norman is a veteran of the United States Air Force with the rank of Sergeant. He then joined the United States Air Force Reserves, where he retired as a Major from the 9-11th airlift wing,…

Mr. Darryl E. Ruby Sr., 85, of East Palestine, Ohio passed away on Sunday, September 29th,2024 at the Heritage Valley Medical Center in Beaver. Mr. Ruby was born in New Brighton on May 6th, 1939 to the late Norman and Cleora (Funkhouser) Ruby. Darryl graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1957. On December 10th, 1962 Darryl enlisted with the United States Army and served until his honorable discharge on June 17th, 1963 earning the rank of Private E2. He had worked as a retail bread salesman for Liberty Bakery, the Babcock & Wilcox steel mill in Beaver…

Ms. Pamela Creese, 63, of Fombell passed away on Sunday, September 29th, 2024 at AHN Wexford Hospital. Pam was born in Ellwood City on June 20th, 1961 to the late George H. and Dorothy M. (Hawke) Creese Jr.. She is a member of the Riverside High School class of 1979. For 25 years Pam worked at BNZ Materials Inc. in Zelienople as a fork lift operator. She enjoyed reading, traveling, camping, biking, and most of all spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her significant other of 45 years Jim Funkhouser, daughter Diane Creese (John Kremer) of Koppel,…

Ryan D. Russo, 43, formerly of Ellwood City passed away in St. Petersburgh, Florida, in a heroic effort he made to save his girlfriend’s life in 2018, after pushing her out of the way of an erratic driver, Ryan was left in a coma which later claimed his life on September 5th, 2024 . Ryan was born on October 8th, 1980 to Peter and Lorraine (Izzo) Russo-Fresca. He attended both Lincoln High School and the Lawrence County Vo-Technical School. In Florida Ryan worked as a handyman for various construction companies. He loved writing and listening to music. Ryan also enjoyed…