Articles by Tomon Funeral Home

Donald R. Holfelder, 82 of Franklin Township, passed away at Providence Care Center in Beaver Falls on Wednesday, September 16, 2020. Born in Ellwood City on January 25, 1938, Donald was the son of the late Harry and Velma Bowers Holfelder.  Donald was preceded in death by his wife, the former Ernestine Takas on October 25, 2017.  They were married on October 4, 1958.  Don attended North Star School and Lincoln High School.  He had worked for American Planting in Zelienople and Veka in Fombell.  Don was a custodian at North Star School, Riverside School District and PNC Bank.  He…

George A. Tengeres, Jr., 62, of Ellwood City, passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at UPMC McCandless. Born in Windber, PA on May 12, 1958, George is the son of Jean Yocca Tengeres of Windber, PA and the late George A. Tengeres.  George married the former Patricia Smith on August 31, 1986.  He worked as both a mechanic and manager of Monro Auto Service in Butler.  George was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan and he enjoyed woodworking. In addition to his wife and his mother, George is survived by his son, Jonathan Tengeres of New Galilee, PA, a sister,…

Carol Ann Richards, 80, of Franklin Township, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 15, 2020.  She drifted peacefully having spent her final two days with her children by her side and surrounded by the loving voices of her grandchildren, who she loved more than anything in this world. Carol was born April 7, 1940 in New Brighton to the late Catherine and Charles Oliver.  She was well known for being a cashier at Murphy’s Mart in Ellwood City.  She also worked at Ames Department Store and as one of the most loving aides to…

James A. Tritt, 71, of Ellwood City, passed away due to COVID on Monday, September 7, 2020 at Providence Care Center in Beaver Falls. Born in Ellwood City on March 31, 1949, James was the son of the late Raymond F. and Mary B. Koach Tritt.  A 1967 graduate of Riverside High School, Jim attended Youngstown State University on a track scholarship.  He retired in 2015 as a project coordinator from Littell Steel Company in Fallston.  James was an avid golfer and he also enjoyed bowling and playing softball. James is survived by his children and their spouses, Mary (Brian)…

Charles C. Hedlund, 64 of Taylor Township passed away at his residence on Wednesday, September 2, 2020. Born in Taylor Township on October 19, 1955, Charles was the son of the late Charles V. and Charlotte Clark Hedlund.  He is survived by his wife, the former Lila Shutack, whom he married on July 10, 1978. Charles worked as delivery person for Butler Siding.  Charles was a veteran of the Army serving from September of 1973 through September of 1976.  He also served in the Army Reserves through 1979. Besides his wife Lila, Charles is survived by his two children, Charles…

Mollie R. Mazzanti, 90, formerly of Ellport passed away in Northview Estates on Thursday, August 27, 2020. Born in New Castle on November 27, 1929, Mollie was the daughter of the late Luigi and Virginia Pacella Nocera.  Mollie was preceded in death by her husband, Jacob “Jake” Mazzanti on October 27, 2015.  They were married on July 9, 1947.  Mollie was a member of Holy Redeemer Parish.  Mollie was a full time mother, she enjoyed time spent with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Surviving are her 7 children, Virginia “Ginger” Rodgers of Ellport, Jacob (Cynthia) Mazzant of Hermitage, Jeri…

Janette L. Mathas, 76, of Ellport, passed away on Thursday August 20, 2020 at Heritage Valley Beaver. Born in Germany on June 5, 1944, Janette was the daughter of the late Roman and Lydia Pilieve Szkudlarek.  She married Alexander Mathas on June 12, 1965 and he preceded her in death on May 18, 2012.  Janette attended Holy Redeemer Church. Surviving are her three grandchildren, Brooke Anthony, Tyler Anthony, and Nicole Anthony and one great-granddaughter, Olivia Anthony. In addition to her parents and her husband she was preceded in death by a son, Glenn Mathas. Arrangements were entrusted to the Joseph…

Donald J. Parker, 83 of Ellwood City passed away on Friday, July 24, 2020 at Quality of Life Services in New Castle, PA. Born in Ellwood City on November 19, 1936, Don was the son of the late George H. and Lillian Ketterer Parker.  Don is survived by his wife, the former Carol A. Behringer whom he married on August 22, 1970.  For over 65 years, Don owned and operated Parker’s Sweepers in Ellwood City and Beaver Falls.  Don was a very proud and active member of the Ellwood City Lions Club.  He joined the club on October 1, 1960…

DeAnn Shaffer, 56, of Alexandria, VA, formerly of Ellwood City, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2020 after a long battle with leukemia. Born in Spokane, WA on December 16, 1963, DeAnn was the daughter of David C. Shaffer of Ellwood City and the late Mary Ann Shaffer.  A graduate of Lincoln High School, Thiel College and George Mason University, where she earned her MBA, DeAnn formerly worked as the CFO of the National Osteoporosis Society. In addition to her father, DeAnn is survived by her brother, Christopher Shaffer of Boyers, PA and her aunts, Sheila Micklish of Koppel, Brenda…

John F. Shaffer, 90, of Perry Township, passed away at his residence on Friday, July 17, 2020. Born on March 1, 1930 in New Castle, Pennsylvania. John is the son of the late Samuel and Christina Dolter Shaffer. John is survived by his wife of over 70 years, Eleanor “Nellie” Smith, they were married on September 4, 1948. John was a truck driver for Montgomery Ward and after they closed, for FreyMiller. He was a member of Wurtemburg United Presbyterian Church. In his spare time, John enjoyed driving truck and riding his motorcycle. In addition to his wife, Nellie, John…