Articles by Teolis Funeral Home

Mrs. Dorothy Nada Spoa, 86, of North Sewickley Twp. passed away on Saturday, December 11th, 2021 at the Good Samaritan Hospice, Heritage Valley. Dorothy Nada Spoa was born in Gary, Indiana on August 16, 1935. She moved at a young age to Fort Wayne, lN. She attended a Luthern Church School through 7th grade then attended South Side High School, graduating with Honors. She spent many summers in Ellwood City working at the European Bakery owned by her uncle in the west End. Upon graduation from high school, Dorothy was employed by Lincoln Life Insurance Company in Fort Wayne. She…

Mr. James Raymond Hill, 80, of Franklin Twp. passed away on Saturday, December 11th, 2021 at his residence. Mr. Hill was born in Ivanho, Virginia, on February 18th, 1941 to the late Edgar R. Hill and Wilma (Brown Hill) Kerry. He had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1958. Jim worked at the Babcock & Wilcox Steel Mill in both Ambridge and Beaver Falls until it closed. Following the mill closing, Jim worked as a truck driver for Lloyd Myers and Youngblood Paving. He is a member of the Lillyville Church of God. An avid outdoorsman, he…

Margaret Leggiero, 73, of Ellwood City passed away on Thursday, December 9th, 2021 at The Grove at Harmony. Margaret was born on April 28, 1948 in Ellwood City to the late John A. and Louise (Desanzo) Leggiero. She had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1964 and later from Beauty School. In her earlier years she worked as a beautician in Ellwood City. She also was a member of the Holy Redeemer parish. She is survived by her brother, Lawrence E. (Barbara) Leggiero of North Sewickley Twp., nephews, Jeffrey Leggiero of Erie, PA and Michael Leggiero of…

Paulette A. Myers, 74, 74, of Ellwood City passed away on Tuesday, December 7th, 2021 at the UPMC Jameson Hospital in New Castle. Paulette was born on November 13th, 1947 in Ellwood City to Charles and Dorothy (Zduniak) Myers. She had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1965. Her joy in life was being with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is survived by her mother, Dorothy Myers of Ellwood City, daughters, Kimberly (Bill) Manross of Ellwood City and Dotti Myers and her companion Damon Hayes of New Castle, sons, Michael (Peg) Myers and T.J. Myers both of…

Mr. Paul R. Arensberg Jr., 78, of Portersville is at peace now after a brave battle against cancer. Paul was born in Pittsburgh on April 14th, 1943 to the late Paul R. and Audrey (Luff) Arensberg. He worked in roofing for many years, was a talented carpenter, and retired from his maintenance position at the Station Square Sheraton Hotel after 29 years of service. Paul was reserved, thoughtful, and funny. He loved his family more than they could have known. He enjoyed going on long drives, watching old westerns, fishing, and playing video and computer games. He taught his grandchildren…

Curtis C. Fitzgerald, 66, of Beaver Falls passed away on Tuesday, November 30, 2021. Curt was born in Ellwood City on May 7, 1955 to the late Earnest and Mary (Crespo) Fitzgerald. He had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1973. He had worked at the Babcock & Wilcox Steel Mill in Beaver Falls, Castellani Construction with his father-in-law Sam Castellani, Heateck, and Inmetco. Curt was an avid bodybuilder since the age of 14, and enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, and going to the beach. He is survived by his wife, Pam (Castellani) Fitzgerald whom he married on August…

Christine E. Costello, 61, of Conneaut Lake passed away at her residence on Saturday, November 20th, 2021. Christine was born in Wndber, PA to the late Leonard Stefanick and Nancy L. (Berkebile) Stefanick on July 6, 1960. She had graduated from Mentor High School. Christine served with the United States Airforce. She worked for the U.S. Postal Service at the Beaver Falls and Coraopolis Post Offices. She is a member of the Watson Run Women’s Club in Meadville. She enjoyed crafts, gardening, and cooking. Christine will be remembered as a woman with a strong Christian faith. She is survived by…

A true Ellwoodian and American Patriot, Mr. Samuel Teolis, 95, of Ellwood City passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 25th, 2021 at the Northview Estates surrounded by his family. Mr. Teolis was born on a farm in Shenango Twp. to the late Domenic and Flora (Innocent) Teolis. He is a graduate of Lincoln High School with the class of 1944. Sam enlisted with the U.S., Army on November 20th, 1944 and served with the 101st Infantry Replacement Company in the 3rd Army and received a bronze star for the battle of Central Europe. He then reenlisted with the Army for…

Geraldine H. Lutz, 57, of Perry Township passed away on Tuesday, November 23rd, 2021 at the UPMC Passavant Hospital in McCandless Twp.. Geraldine was born on January 17th, 1964 at the Landstuhl Military Base in Germany to the late Gerald H. and Hazel J. Aikman. She had graduated from Union High School with the class of 1982. She had worked at Loccisano’s Grocery Store in the hot foods department, and most recently for First Student as a school bus driver in the Riverside School District. She is a member of the Holy Redeemer Parish. Geraldine enjoyed shopping, going to Starbucks,…