Articles by Tomon Funeral Home

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…

Edward E. Locke, 82 of Ellwood City passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at his residence. Born in Ellwood City on October 4, 1943, Edward was the son of the late Arthur and Melissa Gould Locke. He is survived by his wife, the former Patsey Stiles, whom he married on March 6, 1962. Edward was a member of Word Alive Church. He was a veteran of the US Army. Edward enjoyed woodworking, playing golf, fishing and spending time on his motorcycle. Besides his wife Patsey, Edward is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Vicky and Michael Dare of Harrisburg…

Carol M. Steilner, 85, of Ellwood City, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at her residence, surrounded by her family. Born in Ellwood City on May 22, 1940, Carol was the daughter of the late Leroy and Mary Houk Pifer.  She married John Steilner on June 27, 1957, and they enjoyed sixty-eight years together.  Carol retired from the Ellwood City Hospital where she worked as an operating room technician.  A member of the Berean Presbyterian Church in Ellwood City, Carol enjoyed card club and bowling.  Carol and John kept themselves busy attending all their grandchildren’s and great-grandchildren’s sporting events. …

James Klingensmith, 82, of Shenango Township, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford surrounded by his family. Born on November 10, 1943 in Ellwood City, James was the son of the late Cyrus and Doris Klingensmith and the late Elizabeth Sheals Worth. He married the former Carolyn S. Moore on June 25, 1964 and they enjoyed nearly sixty years together before her passing in February of 2024. James was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy serving on the USS Bache. For over 50 years, James and his wife were ham radio operators…

Harry R. Cunning, 72, of Enon Valley, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at UPMC Jameson. Born in New Galilee on November 1, 1953, Harry was the son of the late Wilfred and Lillian Moore Cunning.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Magnifico Cunning in 2012. Harry was a diesel mechanic and he loved spending time in the outdoors. He is survived by his girlfriend, Donna Willis of Enon Valley, three daughters and sons-in-law, Missy and Beau Baker of Darlington, Lisa and Kenny Hutchinson of New Castle, Rhonda and George Zaritski of Center Township, seven grandchildren;…

Marilyn Ann Ferrucci, 83, of Ellwood City, passed away peacefully at Avalon Care Center, surrounded by her family, on December 28, 2025. Born on August 11, 1942 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of Laura Price Parker Kulinski and Howard E. Parker. Maryiln was a 1960 graduate of Lincoln High School. Marilyn is survived by her daughter, Dana Ferrucci Stiger (Robert) of New Castle, a son, her grandchildren, Cassie Stiger and Jaymee Stiger, both of New Castle, a half-brother, Jon Kulinski (Mary Jo) and many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Marilyn will be deeply missed by her family, friends…

Joseph D. Lordi, 93, of Ellwood City passed away on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at UPMC Jameson Hospital. Born in Ellwood City on November 2, 1932, Joseph was the son of the late George E and Mary Rose Caminite Lordi.  Joseph is survived by his wife, the former JoAnne M. Black whom he married on August 21, 1957.  A retired Special Ed Teacher, Joseph taught at Beaver Valley Intermediate Unit, New Horizon and McGuire Home.  In his early years, he worked at Jake Oswald Men’s Store.  Joseph was an Army veteran.  He enjoyed fishing, hunting and target shooting. Besides his…