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Richard A. “Dick” MacMurdo of Franklin Twp. passed away May 6, 2026 at Good Samaritan House, Wexford PA, after a courageous battle with cancer. Dick was born in Ellwood City on September 9, 1947 to the late William T. and Ada Bernice (Laughlin) MacMurdo. He was a graduate of Lincoln High School’s class of 1966. Prior to retirement in 2022, he was employed by Wattick Ford, Ellwood City Iron & Wire, Herr Voss Corp., and most recently, McElwain Motor Car Co. Dick is survived by his wife of over 60 years, Linda A. (Bartley) MacMurdo, two sons, Rick MacMurdo (JP…

Andrea Marie Magnifico, 65, of Ellwood City passed away peacefully at home on May 1, 2026, after a courageous battle with metastatic colon cancer. She was surrounded by love in her final moments, with her dear friends, Kris Wheeler and Mary Ann Graziano, and her devoted sister, Beth Ann Magnifico, at her bedside. Born on January 29, 1961, Andrea was a beloved daughter of Dominick and Gerry Pertile Magnifico. A faithful Catholic, a dedicated athlete, a passionate teacher, a loyal friend, and a cherished sister. She lived her life with strength, grace, and compassion, touching the lives of all who…

Karen Ann Marino Williams, 78, of Ellwood City, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Washington, PA on May 3, 1947, Karen was the daughter of the late Albert R. and Frances Gibson Marino. She married Maxie F. Williams on July 4, 1981 and he preceded Karen in death on July 7, 2009. She graduated from Carlow College in 1969 with a major in English and a minor in education. Karen retired from the Ellwood City Area School District after thirty-five years as an English teacher. A member of Divine Grace Parish, Holy…

Karen Ann Marino Williams, 78, of Ellwood City, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Washington, PA on May 3, 1947, Karen was the daughter of the late Albert R. and Frances Gibson Marino. She married Maxie F. Williams on July 4, 1981 and he preceded Karen in death on July 7, 2009. She graduated from Carlow College in 1969 with a major in English and a minor in education. Karen retired from the Ellwood City Area School District after thirty-five years as an English teacher. A member of Divine Grace Parish, Holy…

Randy P. Mulhollen, 72, of Ellwood City, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Born in Beaver Falls on January 1, 1954, Randy was the son of the late Kenneth and Bernadette “Sie” Braniff Mulhollen. Randy had worked as a welder at American Bridge until they closed and later worked at Trader Horn in Ellwood City. He enjoyed playing pool, hunting and fishing. Randy was a 1973 Lincoln High School graduate. Surviving are Randy’s sister and 4 brothers, Bonnie and Richard Fields of Ellwood City, David and Joyce Mulhollen of Prospect, Harry “Pete” Mulhollen of Ellport, Tim…

Mary Kay Shirey, 70, of Franklin Township passed away at her residence on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Born in Rochester, on February 16, 1956, Mary Kay was the daughter of the late Robert L. and Catherine Zachodni Weihaus. She is survived by her husband, Floyd A. Shirey whom she married on December 3, 2016. Mary Kay was a 1974 graduate of Beaver High School. She received her BS degree from the University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown and her MS degree from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA. She worked as a purchasing agent for the Newport, Virginia school district. Mary Kay was…

Bonnilee McClymonds, 104, of Portersville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at Trinity Oaks Personal Care Center. Born in Muddy Creek Township, Butler County, on July 1, 1921, Bonnie was the daughter of the late Carl and Yetta Barkley Scheidemantle. She married Carl McClymonds on October 18, 1938 and he preceded her in death on August 2, 1992. Bonnie was a very active member of Mountville Presbyterian Church, where she served as a deacon in her younger years. She had a strong work ethic and was the quintessential farm wife. Bonnie was well known for her abundant garden…

Norma Jean Prengaman, 68, of Fombell, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026, at UPMC Presbyterian. Born in Ellwood City on October 16, 1957, Norma was the daughter of the late Norman Cearfoss, Sr. and Delpha Scheidemantle Cearfoss. Norma was a 1975 graduate of Riverside High School. She married Lee Prengaman on March 31, 1988, and they enjoyed thirty-six years together, until his passing in January of 2024. Together, Norma and Lee owned and operated Southern Comfort Trucking and spent the better part of thirty years traveling between Portersville and Key West, Florida. Norma enjoyed traveling and taking motorcycle trips…

Clarence “Barn” Kingston, 88, of Ellwood City, passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026 at UPMC Jameson in New Castle. Born in Ellwood City on July 14, 1937, Clarence was the son of the late John and Ida Belle Hogue Kingston.  Clarence was preceded in death by his wife, Carol L. Bable Kingston on May 14, 2023.  They were married on May 11, 1962.  Clarence was a veteran of the Army serving from 1961 until his discharge in 1964.  He was a 1955 graduate of Lincoln High School.  He enjoyed hunting and was a master of all trades, doing woodwork,…

Mary K. Carsele, 94, of Ellwood City passed away at her residence on Friday, January 30, 2026. Born in Ellwood City on June 5, 1931, Mary was the daughter of the late Frank and Filimena Monica Del Boverlando. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Carsele, Jr. on March 20, 2019. They were married on January 27, 1951. Mary was a member of Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer Church. She had worked at Shenango Pottery and later worked with her brother and sister-in-law at Ellwood Florist and later Jean’s Flower Shop. She enjoyed cooking and baking for her…