Articles by Teolis Funeral Home

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Kenneth Burgess, 82

Kenneth Burgess, 82, of Ellwood City, passed away on Tuesday, May 17th, 2022 at the Butler Memorial Hospital. Ken was born on December 20th, 1939 in Zelienople to the late Ammon Burgess and Mamme (Sharp) Burgess-Dyke. In his younger years, Ken worked odd jobs as a carpenter, roofer and handyman until he began working for the Pentex Mill in New Castle as a general laborer. In 2002 he retired from UPMC Passavant Hospital in Zelienople as a coordinator. He was a member of St. Gregory’s Catholic Church. Ken was an avid gardener who enjoyed planting flowers and taking care of…


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Rose Marie (Marazzi) Rossi, 85

Mrs. Rose Marie (Marazzi) Rossi, 85, of Ellwood City passed away on Thursday, May 12th, 2022 at the Allegheny General Hospital. Mrs. Rossi was born on April 8th, 1937 in Darlington, PA, to the late Philip and Antonetta (Zalli) Marazzi. Rose Marie was a graduate of Darlington High School, class of 1955. After graduation she worked in the sales office of the Babcock & Wilcox Company, and later for the Ellwood City Area Public Library. Rose Marie was a member of the Holy Redeemer Parish. She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. Rose Marie was married on September…


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Todd A. Kelosky, 58

Todd A. Kelosky, 58, of Ellport passed away on Sunday, May 8th, 2022 at the UPMC Jameson Hospital. Todd was born on October 28th, 1963 in Ellwood City to Thomas and Anne Mae (Bellian) Kelsoky. He had attended Riverside High School and served with the United States Marine Corp.. For many years Todd worked in construction. Todd was an avid motorcycle enthusiast, enjoyed hunting in his younger years, and loved his dog Tiny. He is survived by his father, Thomas (Kay) Kelosky of Fombell, daughter, Katlyn Kelosky of Ellwood City, son, Matthew (Jamie) Kelosky of North Sewickley Twp., and grandchildren,…


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Donna M. Reeher, 67

Ms. Donna M. Reeher, 67, of Ellwood City passed away suddenly on Wednesday, May 4th, 2022 at her residence. Donna was born on June 24th 1954 in Ellwood City to the late, Clyde E. Reeher Sr. and Delores “Dolly” (Krantz) Gardner. She graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1972. After high School, Donna moved to Florida where she attended school to become a Dental Technician. She ended up staying in Florida working as a Dental Technician for many years until returning back home to Ellwood City. She is survived by her sisters, Debra Sensabaugh of Florida, Linda…


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Warren Heinrich, 86

Mr. Warren Heinrich, 86, of North Sewickley Township passed away on Monday, May 2nd, 2022 at the Good Samaritan Hospice in Beaver. Warren was born on July 11th, 1935 in Beaver Falls to the late Louis Heinrich and Lilly Lindsbaugh. He attended both Beaver and Rochester High Schools. Warren was the owner and operator of Heinrich Auto Body. He worked at the Babcock and Wilcox Steel Mill, Floor Daniel, LTV Steel, and most recently at the Manheim Pittsburgh Auto Auction as an equipment maintenance coordinator which he retired from in 2008. Warren was also a big supporter of the Republican…


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Howard E. Ford, 60

Howard E. Ford, 60, of Franklin Township passed away on Sunday, May 1st, 2022 at the Blair Personal Care Home. Howard was born in Ellwood City on August 14th, 1961 to the late Howard E. Ford, Sr. and Rhoda (Smail) Miles. He had graduated from Riverside High School with the class of 1979. Over the years, Howard worked at Dambaugh Nursery in Fombell, House of Paneling and Ziebart in Wexford. Howard enjoyed hunting and working on cars. He is survived by his sisters, Frankie Paglia of Ellwood City and Cathy (Richard) Lutz of Beaver Falls, girl friend, Rose Blackledge of…


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Howard P. “Pat” Campbell, 76

Howard P. “Pat” Campbell, 76 of Ellwood City passed away on Thursday, April 28th, 2022 at the Beaver Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Howard was born on November 21st, 1945 in Ellwood City to the late Lemont and Elizabeth (Burr) Campbell. He worked for Ellwood City Poultry as a butcher, the Babcock & Wilcox Steel Mill as a janitor, and most recently as a dishwasher at the Holiday Inn. He was a member of the Park Gate Baptist Church. An avid sports fan, Howard enjoyed playing slow pitch softball, he played for the B & W team and in the…


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August J. “Jim” Morella, 80

August J. “Jim” Morella, 80, of Ellport passed away on Saturday, April 23rd, 2022 at the Edison Manor in New Castle. August was born in Ellwood City on February 9, 1942 to the late August and Pauline A. (Ferrucci) Morella. He had graduated from Lincoln High School. Jim worked at the Connoquenessing Country Club, Holiday Inn, and Morella’s Diner which was located in Ellport as a food manager. He enjoyed cooking and drag races. He is survived his son, Stephen Beyers of Ellport, and grandson, Garrett Beyers. He was preceded min death by his parents and his brother, John Morella….


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Isabella Costa, 101

Mrs. Isabella Costa, 101, of Wayne Township passed away on Saturday, April 23rd, 2022 at Quality of Life in New Castle. Mrs. Costa was born on July 25th, 1921 in Perry Twp. to the late Frank and Lizana (Innocent) D’Ambrosia, Sr.. She had worked at the U.S. Steel Plant in Ellwood City during World War II. She is a member of the Holy Redeemer Parish and the Holy Redeemer Christian Mothers. She loved the Blessed Mother, her children, grandchildren, cooking amazing Italian Sunday dinners, and loved her beautiful garden which she maintained for 100 years. She will be dearly missed…


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Teresa A. Hilliard, 55

Mrs. Teresa A. Hilliard, 55, of Ellwood City went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, April 19th, 2022 at the West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh. Teresa was born in Clarion, Pa on December 30th, 1966 to Robert Reisinger and the late Sandra (Elder) Reisinger. She had graduated from Lawrence County Vo-Tech where she studied to be a nurses aide. She had worked at the Providence Care Center in Beaver Falls. Teresa was an avid animal lover and enjoyed crafting. She also attended the Word Alive Church in Franklin Twp.. Teresa will be greatly missed by all. She…