Articles by Teolis Funeral Home

Patricia Jean Maybray,74, of Ellwood City died peacefully in her sleep at Good Samaritan Hospice surrounded by her loving family on Monday, May 28, 2018 after a courageous, 4-year battle with cancer. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, niece, cousin and friend.  She was smart, strong and brave and fought hard through any adversity she faced through this thing called life.  Her sense of humor and wit were unmatched and enabled her to persevere.  Her compassion, kind heart, generosity and unconditional love were unwavering and will forever be missed by those she held dear.  She enjoyed spending time with…

Linda G. Moczan, 60, It is with great sadness that the family of Linda Gene Moczan announces her passing after an extended illness, on Friday, May 25, 2018, at the age of 60 years. Linda was born on July 29, 1957 to Eugene and Mary Stiefel. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1975. Linda will be affectionately remembered by her husband of 41 years, Joe, and her children, Kevin Moczan, and Amy (Gary) DeBlasio. Linda “Mema” will also be lovingly remembered by her three grandchildren, Brooklyn and Mya DeBlasio and Matthew Moczan and her sisters, Karen (Shep) Stiefel Harrison…

Mr. Harry W. Tindall, 61, formerly of Portersville passed away on Monday, May 21, 2018 at his residence in Titusville. Harry was born on December 15, 1956 in Butler to the late Harry and Grace (Cranz) Tindall. He had worked at Kerr Glass in Waxahachie, TX for 15 years, and most recently at Homerwood Hardwood Finishing Flooring in Titusville for 11 years. He is survived by his sister, Shirley (Tindall) Almany of Waxahachie, TX, and his step-son, Michael Spearman of Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Cheryl Diane (Goodwin) Tindall, his brothers, John, Robert, and…

Steven C. Palatka, 69, of Ellwood City, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at his residence. Born February 27, 1949, Steven was the son of the late Steve Z. and Pauline (Savu) Palatka. A 1967 graduate of Lincoln High School, Steven subsequently studied engineering technology at Point Park College, where he was a member of Lamda Chi Alpha fraternity. Upon culminating his education at Point Park College, Steven worked at U.S. Steel as an engineering technologist. With members from both side of his family having worked at U.S. Steel, Steven was a third generation U.S. Steel employee. Steven…

Nikki Ann Beachem, 33, of Fombell passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May, 17, 2018 at her residence. Nikki was born on November 16, 1984 in Ellwood City to Mark and Cathy (Wimer) Beachem, Sr.. She is a member of the Riverside High School class of 2003. Nikki had worked at the Walmart in Cranberry Twp. for several years. She enjoyed playing darts, and was a member of the Double Dealin’ Café dart team, going to Turkey shoots, and playing bingo. Nikki is survived by her parents, her son, Jake Cox and his father Charles Cox of Ellwood City, her brother, Mark (Amanda) Beachem…

Joseph A. Mazzei, Jr., 56, of Ellwood City passed away on Monday, May 14, 2018 at the Brighton Rehabilitation and Wellness Center. Joe was born on April 14, 1962 in Ellwood City to the late Joseph A. “Lucky” Mazzei, Sr. and Connie (DeBaise) Mazzei. He graduated from Lawrence County Vo-Tech in 1980 where he earned a diploma in Industrial Electricity. Joe enlisted with the U.S. Army on July 13, 1980 and served with the 6th Battery Battalion as a Weapons Support Radar Repairer at Fort Sill, OK with the rank of SP-4 until his discharge on July 12, 1986. Joe then served with…

Mrs. Christine G. Casciato, 93 of Ellwood City passed away on Friday, May 11, 2018 at the Avalon Nursing Center. Mrs. Casciato was born on July 19, 1924 in Ellwood City to the late Bernado and Damiana (Losacco) Sera. She had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1942. Christine worked at Silver Blatts as a sales clerk, and later at Lincoln High School as a cafeteria worker. She is a member of the Holy Redeemer Parish and the Holy Redeemer Christian Mothers. She cherished time spent with her family. Mrs. Casciato is survived by her daughter, Cindy Molfetto of…

Mr. Carl E. French, 77, of Ellwood City passed away on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at the Providence Care Center. Mr. French was born on April 8, 1941 in Ellwood City to the late Claire E. French, Sr. and Mary E. (Phillippi) French. Carl worked as a truck driver for Heron Trucking Co., GCIU Trucking, and the George K. Garrett Co.. He also was a bus driver for the Riverside High School and a charter bus driver for Abbott Busing. He was a member of the College Hill United Methodist Church. Carl also belonged to the MOOSE Lodge, V.F.W., Hungarian Home, Saxons…

Jennifer L. Orock, 50, of Ellport passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 30, 2018 at the UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh. Jennifer was born on July 14, 1967 in Ellwood City to Diana (Sera) Barton of Ellwood City and the late John L. Barton. She is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1985, and the Holy Redeemer Parish family.  Jen had worked at the Ellwood City Ledger in the circulation and advertising departments, and most recently at Blair Personnel Care Home. She loved gardening, watching the children from her neighborhood while they where growing up, and most of…

Mr. Ernest C. Mallary, 76, of Wayne Twp. passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at the UPMC Jameson Hospital. Mr. Mallary was born on January 10, 1942 in Ellwood City to the late William M. and Hannah (McWithey) Mallary. He is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1961, and the Wurtemburg United Presbyterian Church. He enlisted with the U.S. Army on June 2, 1961 and served with the 6th US Army signal missile support detachment at Fort Lawton, Washington until his discharge on June 1, 1964. Following his service with the Army, Ernie worked at…