Articles by Teolis Funeral Home

Charlotte L. Miller, 86, of Ellwood City, passed away on Sunday, April 23rd, 2023 at her residence. Charlotte was born on July 8th, 1935 in Pittsburgh to the late Michael and Ella (Magella) Sproch. She graduated from Schenley High School with the class of 1952. Charlotte was a former member of the Silver Sneakers club in Ellwood City, and belonged to Victory Church in Cranberry Township. She was a “Pittsburgher” who loved cheering on the Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates. Charlotte enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and attending their various sporting events. She will be deeply missed. She is survived…

Mrs. Mary A. Truby, 89, of Franklin Twp., Ellwood City, Pennsylvania joined her husband Charles A. Truby in Heaven on Tuesday, April 11th, 2023. Mary was born to the late Frank and Martha C. (Milnes) Sobczak in Ellwood City on September 29th, 1933. Mary enjoyed traveling. She traveled many times throughout the United States to visit family. Even as she became older, she thought nothing of it to board a Greyhound bus to visit loved ones. She was an avid reader and could finish most books within a few hours. Throughout the years she had crocheted many blankets for children…

Adrienne L. (McGinnis) Haegg, of Ellwood City went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, April 5th, 2023 surrounded by her family. Adrienne was born in Philadelphia, PA to the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Lynch) McGinnis and was raised in her beloved “Bucks County”. She attended Edinboro University with an Art Major and met the late Paul Dodds Johnson Sr. whom she married and later had seven children. In 1991 she married Vernon Haegg and added more members to her beloved family. She is survived by her children Gailyn (Mark) Matscherz of Zelienople, PA, Alison (Jeff) Scott of Ellwood City, PA,…

Mr. Vincent J. Bellissimo III, 74, of Ellwood City went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, April 4th, 2023 after a lengthy illness. Vince was born in Ellwood City on July 22nd, 1948 to the late Vincent J. and Lillian F. (Pezzi) Bellissimo. He is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1967, and Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer Church. Vince enlisted with the United States Army on April 24th 1968 and served with the Fourth U.S. Army until his discharge on April 23rd, 1971 with the rank of Sergeant. He was awarded the National Defense Medal,…

Cheryl D. Gallagher, 75 of Ellwood City, passed away on Sunday, April 2nd, 2023 at the UPMC Passavant Hospital in McCandless Township. Cheryl was born on August 18th, 1947 in Ellwood City to the late, Lawrence “Larry” and Mary M. (LaPenta) DeBlaso Sr.. She graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1965. Cheryl worked for Loccisano’s as a clerk for 15 years, Walmart in the receiving department, and most recently, at Disney World as part of their retail cast, where she was awarded the Walt Disney Legacy Award. She is a member of Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer…

David Eugene Singer, 52, of Ellwood City passed away on Monday morning, March 27th, 2023 at his residence. David was born on November 16th, 1970 in Ellwood City, PA, a son to Carolyn (Malutich) Forsythe and Gene Singer. We are all devastated by this huge loss. He was born with an adventurous soul and was always the life of the party. He never met a stranger. Everyone he met was considered his friend. He loved his family fiercely and his boys were his purpose on earth. He will be forever missed. David was a graduate of Lincoln High School class…

Michael D. Freed, 45, of North Sewickley Township passed away on Monday, March 27th, 2023 at the Heritage Valley Medical Center. Michael was born in Ellwood City on January 20th, 1978 to David and Mary Lou (Rambo) Freed. Mike had graduated from Riverside High School with the class of 1996. He had worked at the Passavant Retirement Community in Zelienople in the dietary department, and most recently for the Verland Foundation in Sewickley as a manager in the dietary department. Mike is a member of the Riverview Country Chapel in North Sewickley Twp.. Mike was a music enthusiast who had…

Christopher Anthony DoVidio, 50, of Ellwood City, passed away on Thursday, March 23rd. Born on August 5th, 1972, Chris was the son of Gloria Nativio and the late Francis A. DoVidio. Chris graduated from Lincoln High School in 1990. Chris worked for Cooper’s Auto for almost 30 years, starting out from the bottom and eventually becoming the owner/operator. Chris enjoyed going to his camp, working on cars, hunting, and playing with his dog. Chris was an avid NY Mets fan. Chris is survived by his mother Gloria Nativio of Ellwood City7, his sister Nikki Losada of Angier, NC, his nephews…