Articles by Teolis Funeral Home

Mr. George J. “Jim” Haberman, 62, of Fombell passed away on Thursday, December 20, 2018 at his residence with his loving family at his bedside. Mr. Haberman was born on May 13, 1956 in Aspinwall, Pa to the late George “Junie” and Rose Marie (Kaminski) Haberman. He had graduated from the Fox Chapel High School with the class of 1972, and later from the University of Pittsburgh where he earned a Master Degree in Political Science and English. For many years, Jim worked as an investment banker and Senior Vice President for Mellon Bank in Pittsburgh. He served as the…

Mr. Eugene Angelucci, 87, of Ellwood City passed away on Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at the UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Mr. Angelucci was born on July 19, 1931 in Ellwood City to the late Dan and Mary A. (Ferrell) Angelucci, Sr.. He had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1949, and is a member of the Holy Redeemer Parish. Eugene enlisted with the U.S. Army on November 25, 1952 and served with the 298th Engineering Company until his discharge on September 29, 1954 with the rank of Corporal. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Korean Service…

Jacob A. Kaskalavich, 28, of Darlington passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 10, 2018. Jacob was born on August 11, 1990 in Beaver to Benjamin Kaskalavich and Shelly (Wade) Pander. He had attended Blackhawk High School. Jacob worked at Valley Waste in Beaver Falls and most recently for UPS in Freedom in the shipping and receiving department. He enjoyed riding dirt bikes and physical fitness. Jacob was known for having a big heart and being a kind soul to all he met. He is survived by his parents, his brother, Ben “B.J.” (Heather) Kaskalavich of Elkton, Ohio, his maternal grandparents,…

Thelma Louise Figurel of Ellwood City, surrounded by family, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, December 10, 2018, after a courageous battle with multiple myeloma. Born December 27, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine (Vollrath) Ferrese. Thelma was preceded in death by her husband Raymond T. Figurel, her son Charles (Chuck) L. Figurel, and her brother Robert Ferrese. She is survived by her daughters: Diane M. Linn of Ellwood City, Susan L. (Patrick) Byrne of Pittsburgh, Melissa A. Figurel of Ellwood City, and grandchildren: Taryn L. Byrne (fiancé Bill Hertzler) of Pittsburgh, Jocelyn…

Mr. Evan Nardone, 93, of Koppel passed away on Sunday, December 9, 2018 at the Canterbury Place Family Hospice in Pittsburgh. Mr. Nardone was born on January 4, 1925 in Bellaire, Ohio to the late Saverio Nardone and Theresa (DiPalma) Nardone Esoldo. He had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1942. He enlisted with the U.S. Navy on March 30, 1943 and served as a Motor Machinist’s Mate, Second Class until his discharge on February 27, 1946. Following his service with the Navy, Evan graduated from the State Teachers College in Edinboro, Pa with a B.S. Degree…

Mr. Edward S. Fray, 97, of Ellwood City passed away on Thursday, December 6, 2018 at the UPMC Jameson Hospital in New Castle following a brief illness. Mr. Fray was born on August 14, 1921 in Ellwood City to the late Martin and Mary (Krystynski) Fray. He had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1940 and is a member of the Holy Redeemer Parish. He enlisted with the U.S. Army on June 10, 1943 and served with the Headquarters Company 75th Infantry Division until his discharge on February 15, 1946 with the rank of Private First Class….

Brant E. “Bud” Buchanan, Jr. 48, of Wayne Township, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 27, 2018, at his residence. Bud was born on June 19, 1970 in Ellwood City to Brant E. and Dollie (McQuiston) Buchanan. He is a member of the Riverside High School class of 1988. After high school, Bud worked for the Laborers Local Union #964 and most recently was the owner and operator of Buchanan Excavating and Concrete. As an outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, turkey shoots, and spending time with his dog Piper and his ponies. Bud lived life to the fullest and always had…

Laura M. Stoyanoff, 58, of Ellport passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 23, 2018 at the Ellwood City Medical Center. Laura was born on June 21, 1960 in Ellwood City to James and Octavia (Conforti) Stoyanoff. She had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1978, and attended Clarion University where she studied Theater. Laura worked in the restaurant hospitality field for several years, and later as a Certified Nursing Assistant at various facilities in the Ellwood City Area. She is a member of the Holy Redeemer Parish. She enjoyed gardening and loved animals. She is survived by…

Mrs. Linda Lee Clemmer, 76, of Wampum passed away on Sunday, November 18, 2018 at the UPMC Magee’s Womens Hospital. Mrs. Clemmer was born on July 10, 1942 to the late Forrest W. and Ethel Rose. A homemaker, she enjoyed cooking, baking, and crafts. She is a member of the Trinity Full Gospel Church and Life-Lawrence County. She is survived by her husband William H. Clemmer whom she married on June 11, 1988, her daughters, Marie (Brent) Ruble and Tracy (Scott) Timms both of Ronco, Pa, her step-daughters, Linda Altenburg, Patti Lynch, Marion Wallace, Betty Davis, and Kathy Koppel, her…

Rudy Vetica, 90, of Ellwood City passed away on Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at the Good Samaritan Hospice. Mr. Vetica was born on December 25, 1927 to the late Querino and Pasqualina (Condi) Vetica. Rudy is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1945. After high school he worked for the Ellwood City Post Office for one year. He was drafted then enlisted with the U.S. Army in April of 1946 for 18 months till his discharge in October of 1947. He trained with the tank corp and ran the only Post office in Korea. A sergeant in…