Articles by Teolis Funeral Home

Mr. David Rockyvich, 78, of Ellport passed away on Tuesday, May 18th, 2021 at the UPMC Jameson Hospital in New Castle. Mr. Rockyvich was born to the late Charles and Kathryn (Pazsint) Rockyvich, Sr. on November 10, 1942 in Ellwood City. He is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1960, and the Holy Redeemer Parish. Dave enlisted with the U.S. Army on June 7, 1962 and served until his discharge on May 9, 1963 with the rank of Private First Class. Dave then worked at the Babcock & Wilcox Steel Mill in both Koppel and Beaver Falls,…

“You have delighted us long enough,” said famed English novelist, Jane Austen. After 94 years of delighting us on Earth, God decided it was time to call Fonce home to be with Him. Alfonso Frank Angelucci, 94, passed away peacefully from our world into Heaven at 7:45am on May 17, 2021. Known as “Fonce” or “Foncie” to all who knew him well and loved him, his passing will bring some silence to bowling alleys, card games, auto body garages, family gatherings, sporting events and wedding receptions that he would attend. Born December 28, 1926, Fonce grew up in the Rockdale…

William H. Grant, 65, of Perry Twp. passed away on Sunday, May 16th, 2021 at his residence. Bill was born in Michigan on August 9, 1955 to the late Charles W. “Bucky” and Genevieve R. (Rocco) Grant. For 40 years Bill worked at Lindy Paving as a teamster and truck driver. He is a member of the Holy Redeemer Church, Eagles Club, Hungarian Home, and the Saxons Club. An outdoorsman, Bill was a Harley Davidson Motorcycle enthusiast, and enjoyed tinkering in his garage, cutting wood, and his cats. He is survived by his wife, Cindy (Zollum) Grant whom he married…

Mrs. Evelyn C. Carrozza, 99, of Ellwood City passed away on Saturday, May 15th, 2021 at the Quality Life Services in New Castle. Mrs. Carrozza was born on December 10, 1921 in Ellwood City to the late Samuel and Marie (Rozzi) Pezzi. She had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1939. Evelyn was an active member of the Holy Redeemer Church, belonging to the Christian Mothers, Golden Agers, and volunteering for the annual church bazaar. She also is one of the “Original Pizza Ladies” and a long time volunteer at the Holy Redeemer School cafeteria and the…

It is with great sadness that the family of Mr. Donald J. McMichael, 90, of Franklin Township announces that he passed away on Monday, May 10, 2021 at the Butler Memorial Hospital. Mr. McMichael was born in Ellwood City on January 9, 1931 to the late Marion and Caroline (McCloskey) McMichael. He is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1949, and the Holy Redeemer Parish. On June 11, 1953 Don enlisted with the U.S. Army and served with the Company C 701st Military Police until his discharge on May 10, 1955. Following his service with the army…

Mr. Samuel B. “Sam” Crangi, 84, of Koppel, devoted and loving father passed away at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, May 2nd, 2021 at 7:05 am. Sam was born on November 6, 1936 in Ellwood City to the late Anna (Wittmer) and Philip Crangi. He graduated from Beaver Falls High School with the class of 1954, and was a member of the Holy Redeemer Parish. Sam and his deceased wife Patty (Barry) Crangi were the proud owners of Phil’s Inn in Koppel, PA from 1962 to 1999, a landmark at the corner of Rt. 18 and Arthur St…..

James W. “Jim” Buccelli Sr., 77, of North Sewickley Township passed away on April 30th, 2021 at his residence. Jim was born on February 2nd, 1944 in Ellwood City to the late Bruno and Mary (Pezzi) Buccelli. He graduated from the Lincoln High School with the class of 1962. Jim worked at Calgon for 30 years and was a proud member of its HAZMAT and Fire Brigade teams. He is also a member of the Holy Redeemer Church. He is survived by his partner of 28 years, Dorene McLaughlin of North Sewickley Twp., his son, James “Jim” (Lisa) Buccelli Jr….

Mrs. Joann R. DeCarbo, 87, of Ellwood City passed away on Tuesday, April 27th, 2021 at her residence with her loving family at her bedside. Mrs. DeCarbo was born on January 19, 1934 in Ellwood City to the late John and Rose A. (Colao) Pacella. She is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1952. Joann had worked at Eiselen Drug Store which was on Wampum Avenue in Ellwood City as a clerk, for Ray Hoffman and later WKST radio station both as a bookkeeper, and ESB Bank as a teller. She is a member of the Holy…

Mr. Dennis L. Patterson, Sr., 79, of Franklin Township passed away on Tuesday, April 27th, 2021 at his residence. Mr. Patterson was born in Bluffton, Ohio on December 23, 1941 to the late Lowell E. and Eunice M. (Chester) Patterson. He had graduated from high school in Finley, Ohio and then from the University of Phoenix with a degree in Engineering. For many years he worked as a drafting engineer. While living in Ohio he attended the Faith Family Church in Canton. He was an avid car enthusiast especially for Ford products, and Nascar fan. He will be remembered as…

Mr. Paul D.” Jiggs” Boots, Sr., 87 of Franklin Township passed away on Monday, April 26th, 2021 at the Allegheny General Hospital. Mr. Boots was born on February 1, 1934 in Ellwood City to the late Lester and Edna (Blum) Boots. He had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1951. In the 1950’s and 1960’s he played slow pitch softball and was always the leading hitter in the leagues. He played for several teams including Jolly’s Service Station, Fred’s Service Station, New Deal Bar, and Johnny Dan’s. After injuring his knee he switched to playing golf and…