Articles by Teolis Funeral Home

Mrs. Joanne C. Best, 83, of Fombell passed away peacefully at her residence on Monday, September 26th, 2022 with her loving family at her side. Mrs. Best was born in Franklin Twp. on February 8th, 1939 to the late Joseph and Dorthea (Kirkwood) Wright. Joann was a homemaker and enjoyed camping and spending time with her family members. She is survived by her husband Paige Best whom she married on May 26th, 1978, her three girls Robin (Rob) Cancelliere, Beth Charlier (Jason Nye), and Paige (Bill) Fichter all of Fombell, grandchildren, Amiyah, Cash, and Ophelia, brothers Robert (Liz) Wright of…

Michaela Minnocci, 34, beloved daughter of Karen Lucchesi, passed away on Monday September 12th, 2022 at the Allegheny Valley Hospital following a brief illness. Michaela graduated with the Lincoln High School class of 2006 and went on to earn a medical assistant degree from Bradford Business School. She is survived by her mother Karen, daughter Amari Minnocci, two brothers John Lucchesi and Dominic Lucchesi, her grandfather Marty Minnocci, her partner Brittany Clark and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. She is preceded in death by her grandmother Marilyn “Dusty” Minnocci, great-grandparents Alma and Sam Minnocci. There will be a celebration of…

Mrs. Bette Baney DeLoia, 85, of Ellwood City passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 15th, 2022 at Northview Estates. Bette was born in Ellwood City on September 11th, 1937 to the late Stephen and Edna (Rice) Baney. Bette graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1955 and was a member of the Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer Church. Since September of 1955 she was the well known owner and operator of the Bette Baney’s Dance Studio with locations in Ellwood City, Beaver Falls, Chippewa Twp. and Cranberry Twp. She also was the owner and operator of the Gymnastics…

Michael G. Baxter, 50, of Ellwood City passed away on Thursday, September 8th, 2022 at his residence. Michael was born In Ellwood City on October 7th, 1971 to Alvin “Jerry” Baxter and Pam (Oliastro) Braumbeck. He had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1989. He had worked as a cook at Eppinger’s in Portersville, Harmony Inn in Harmony, Marty Suburban in Cranberry Twp., and most recently for Breaking Bread and 2nd Ward Sanctuary in Ellwood City. Michael enjoyed cooking, kayaking, fishing, and cats. He is survived by his mother and step father Pam and Wesley Braunbeck of…

Mrs. Ann B. Tillia, 92, of Ellwood City passed away on Thursday, September 8th, 2022 at the Lakeview Personal Care Home in Darlington. Mrs. Tillia was born on September 28th, 1929 in Ellwood City to the late John and Girolama (Frazzini) Buzzelli. Ann is a graduate of Lincoln High School. She had worked at European Bakery and later at Leeds & Northrup as a machine operator. Ann is survived by her daughter Suzanne (John) Santillo of Beverly Hills, Florida, granddaughter Jamie Lynn Santillo of Wesley Chapel, Florida, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents,…

Michael J. Funari, 51, of Beaver Falls passed away on Wednesday, September 7th, 2022 at his residence. Michael was born in New Brighton on January 28th, 1971 to Ernest and Theresa (Veitz) Funari of Koppel. He had graduated from Beaver Falls High School with the class of 1989. For over 10 years Michael worked at the United States Postal Service at the Warrendale Bulk Mail Center. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins fan and enjoyed music and watching scary movies. He is survived by his parents, daughters Mia Funari and Talia Cavallo both of Beaver Falls, son Michael…

Mrs. Rose M. Venditti, 98, of Ellwood City passed away at the Providence Care Center in Beaver Falls on Sunday, September 4th, 2022 surrounded by her loving family. Rose was born in Ellwood City on January 30th, 1924 the daughter of the late Samuel and Elizabeth (Arena) Rocco. She had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1942. Rose worked at Kwall’s Clothing Store, Ellwood City Knitting Mill, and the Ellwood City Newsstand. She is a member of the Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer Church. Rose enjoyed playing bingo, watching the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates, and game shows….

Todd A. Heinz, 82, of Ellwood City passed away on Tuesday, August 30th, 2022 at Good Samaritan Hospice in Beaver, Surrounded by his loved ones. Born April 7th, 1940 in Ellwood City, Todd was the son of the late Andrew and Esther (Ritter) Hienz. He is survived by his children Todd (Autumn) Heinz, Jr., daughter Tammy (Sam) Burton, stepson Ken Gacesa, step daughter Rabecca Gacesa, and their mother Donna, brother Mark (Kim) Hienz, sisters Sue Reese, Marcy (Robert) Jubach and Andrea Fox. Todd is also survived by grandchildren; Austen, Elizabeth (Andrew) Samuel, Joshua, Natalia, Delaunay, Devon, Darian, and Amber, 2…

Patricia L. “Patti” Rossi, 85, formerly of Myrtle Beach, passed away on Saturday, August 27th, 2022 at the Quality of Life Services in New Castle. Patti was born on October 23rd, 1936 in Ellwood City to the late Henry and Mary (Reed) Slevin. She graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1954 and was a former member of the St. Agatha Church. Patti enjoyed traveling and reading and was a dog lover at heart. She is survived by her nieces, Kim (Steve) Kimmel of Ellwood City, and Jodie (Michael) Cirelli of Ellwood City, nephew, Marc (Lynn) Rossi of…

Joann E. McCullough, 83, formerly of Ellwood City, passed away on August 28th, 2022 at Cranberry Place. Joann was born on July 9th, 1939 in Kittanning to the late John and Effie Perry Sr. She graduated from Kittanning Highschool with the class of 1957. Joann was known for keeping to herself, playing bingo, and spending time with her family. She is survived by her son, Jim (Debbie) McCullough of Ellwood City, grandchildren, Jonathan (Jessica) McCullough of New Brighton and Brittany (Kelvin) Molina of Pittsburgh, and great-grandchild Jayden Molina. She was preceded in death by her parents, son, Leonard J. McCullough,…