Articles by Teolis Funeral Home

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…

Mr. Robert Lee Hawk, 66, of Ellwood City passed away on Sunday, April 18, 2021 at the UPMC Shadyside Hospital in Pittsburgh. Mr. Hawk was born on June 14, 1954 in Monaca, Pa to the late Bud and Nellie (Russell) Hawk. He was known to many as “Bob”, he enjoyed spending his time outdoors hunting, fishing, and gold-digging. He especially enjoyed these times with his brothers and teaching his grandchildren how to do different things. Bob was an extremely hard working man and always made time to help others in any way he could. He is survived by his wife,…

Mr. Frank W. Zona, 82, of Fombell passed away on Saturday, April 17th, 2021 at the UPMC Jameson Hospital. Mr. Zona was born in Ellwood City on July 6, 1938 to the late Harry and Elizabeth (LaCava) Zona. He is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1957, and the Holy Redeemer Parish. Frank had worked at Garrett’s for 15 years, the Babcock & Wilcox Steel Mill in Beaver Falls for 10 years, and for the Passavant Retirement Community in Zelienople for 24 years as a maintenance man. He also is a member of the Sons of Italy…

Mrs. Jennifer I. Martino, 64, of New Castle passed away on Friday, April 16th, 2021 at the UPMC Jameson Hospital. Mrs. Martino was born on April 1, 1957 in New Brighton to the late Howard and Ruth (Shaver) McDonald. She had graduated from New Brighton High School. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, she was a wonderful homemaker. She is survived by her husband, John Martino whom she married on April 23, 1982, her daughters, Sherry (Jesus) Rivera and Desiree Marie Martino both of New Castle, her grandchildren, Ethan Block, Bradon Block, Lexis Block, Mercedes Spalding, Lilly Stewart, and Vennesa…

Stephen J. Douglas, 57, of Ellwood City passed away on Thursday, April 15th, 2021 at the Heritage Valley Medical Center in Beaver, following a brief illness. Stephen was born on January 1st, 1964 in Lewisham, England to the late Robert and Jean Alice (Jones) Douglas. He graduated from High School in England. Stephen worked at the McGuire Memorial Home as a direct care worker for 20 years. He enjoyed golfing and gaming on his PlayStation. He is survived by his wife, Tawnia L. (LaPenta) Douglas, whom he married on September 20th, 2004, his daughters, Madison and Hanna Douglas all of…

Mr. Douglas J. Carsele, 91, of Ellwood City passed away on Monday, April 12, 2021 at the Carriage Manor Personal Care. Mr. Carsele was born on January 10, 1930 in Ellwood City to the late James and Esther (Barile) Carsele, Sr.. He had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1947. He enlisted with the U.S. Army on February 23, 1951 and served with the Company B 522nd Infantry out of Fort Sill, Oklahoma until his discharge on February 20, 1954. He was awarded the Purple Heart Medal, National Defense Service Medal, United Nation Service Medal, Korean Service…