Articles by Tomon Funeral Home

Rosemary Prestopine, 78, of Ellwood City, passed away at her residence on Monday, August 31st, surrounded by her family. Born in Ellwood City on May 12, 1948, Rosemary was the daughter of the late William and Rose May Nardone Sheeler. She married Natale “Natty” Prestopine on April 9, 1967. Rosemary worked for many years at the Ellwood City Hospital, where she was Chief Radiological Technician, and later retired from Dr. Madder’s office in Beaver. An avid sports fan, Rosemary loved to watch the Pirates and the Steelers. She also loved to decorate for her two favorite holidays, Halloween and Christmas….

Thomas Bunney, Sr., 87, of Ellwood City, passed away on Monday, August 17, 2026 at the Beaver Valley Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. Born in Ellwood City on August 20, 1938, Tom was the son of the late George and Margaret Nye Bunney.  He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Josephine Pasquale, after sixty-six years of marriage.  Tom worked at Matthews Conveyor and also B&W. A Veteran of the US Navy, Tom enjoyed watching old westerns, cutting his grass and his daily morning coffee at McDonalds. Tom is survived by children; Thomas & Claudine Bunney, Jr. of Fombell,…

Timothy J. Bauder, 68, of Shenango Township passed away at his residence on Thursday, August 13, 2026. Born in Ellwood City on June 6,1958, Timothy was the son of the late Harry and Ila Chappelle Bauder. He was a graduate of the Pittsburgh Art Institute. Timothy enjoyed music and motorcycles. Timothy is survived by his son and daughter, Coltin Bauder of Pinehurst, NC and Jessica Bauder of New Castle. Besides his parents, Timothy was preceded in death by his brother, Harry W. Bauder. Private interment was in Slippery Rock Church Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Joseph A. Tomon,…

Patricia K. Denniston, 75, of Muddy Creek Township passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026 in the Butler Memorial Hospital. Born in Aledo, Illinois on November 10, 1950, Patricia was the daughter of the late Herman D. and Darlene Gaylor Finch.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles H. Denniston on July 14, 2025.  They were married on June 28, 1969.  Patricia had worked in packaging at Traco. She was a member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.  In her early days, she was a volunteer Girl Scout Leader and a member of…

Eileen M. Hazen, 91, of North Sewickley Township passed away at Providence Health and Rehab Center in Beaver Falls on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. Born on December 23, 1934 in Ellwood City, Eileen was the daughter of the late Walter C. and Margaret G. Lessic Feerst.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Dale Hazen on July 13, 2004.  They were married on August 23, 1958.  Eileen had worked a as private secretary/clerk at the Ellwood Works of U.S. Steel from 1953 until 1959.  From 1966 and for over 50 years she worked as secretary at Holy Redeemer…

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert R. Witherow, 74, of North Sewickley Township at his home on July 4, 2026 after a courageous five year battle with cancer. Robert was born in Ellwood City on June 18, 1952 to the late Raymond C. and Jeannette Witherow. He graduated from Riverside High School in 1970. Robert worked at LTV Steel, Aliquippa Works for over 28 years until it closed in 1999. He later worked at DCI and DaVita Kidney Care as a dialysis technician until his retirement. Robert also lived a life devoted to Christ…

Irene Brown, 84, of Ellwood City, formerly of Burnstown, passed away at her residence on Thursday, July 2, 2026. Born in Ellwood City on July 11, 1941, Irene was the daughter of the late Joseph and Anna Farkas Yhelka. She was preceded in death by her husband, George E. Brown on August 15, 1987. She had worked as decorator at Elsy Lighting in Ellwood City. She was Catholic by Faith and enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Irene is survived by her 3 daughters and their spouses, Beth and Robert Miller of West Pittsburg, Kimberly and Paul…

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…