Articles by Tomon Funeral Home

Richard H. Householder, 67, of Wurtemburg, passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2017 at the Ellwood City Hospital. Born on August 19, 1949 in Ellwood City, Richard was the son of the late Leroy and Betty Wilson Householder.  A graduate of Lincoln High School, Richard enjoyed fishing and hunting.  He was an avid Steeler fan.  He was Presbyterian by faith. Richard is survived by his companion of over 20 years, Cyndy Jeannette, a daughter, Tricia, and two brothers, Robert A. Householder of Zelienople and David R. Householder of Ellwood City. In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death…

William C. Pearsall, Sr., 80, of Woodside Avenue, Wayne Township, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at the Grove in New Wilmington.  Born on September 29, 1936 in New Castle, Bill was the son of the late Earl and Martha Thomas Pearsall.  At age 15, Bill left school and started his own business, working out of his parents’ garage on Croton Avenue.  Bill married the former Mildred Gallaher on February 24, 1956 and she preceded him in death on October 22, 2004.  “Cadillac Bill”, as he was known, owned and operated Pearsall’s Auto Body and the Auto Village…

Joan M. Nenadovich, 87, of Ambridge, PA, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 22, 2017 in the Villa, St. Joseph’s, Baden, Pa. Born March 16, 1930, in Rochester, a daughter to Frank William Colaizzi and Sabina Colaizzi-Caione of Midland. She was preceded in death by her husband Joe Nenadovich, ex-husband Charles E. Doyle, and son Kevin Doyle, brother Ronald Caione, sister Eileen Roman. A devoted, and deeply caring housewife, and mother, she loved cooking and was formerly the owner of Josie’s Corner, Midland, PA. She was a  1947 graduate of Midland High School. She was an active contributing member of…

Dawn M. Price, 80 of Martin Avenue, Ellport passed away at Edison Manor on Tuesday, May 23, 2017. Born in Ellwood City on March 15, 1937 Dawn was the daughter of the late William A. and Clara E. Young Hazen.  Dawn is survived by her husband, Edwin Price whom she married in 1953.  She had worked at the Ellwood Knitting Mill and was a member of First Christian Church in Ellwood City. Besides her husband Edwin, Dawn is survived by a son, William L. Price of Mercer and a step-sister, Susan Zona of Ellwood City. Dawn was preceded in death by…

Funeral services were held Saturday for Ellwood City native, Gene L. MacDonald, 85 of Zanesville, OH.  He passed away on May 17, 2017 at Genesis Hospital in Zanesville. The oldest of 10 children of Eugene A. and Isabell Means MacDonald, he was born on June 3, 1931.  He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1949 and worked at National Tube while attending Westminster College, graduating in 1953 with a degree in journalism.  He worked for the Ellwood City Ledger, New Caste News and Youngstown Vindicator and was active in Chamber of Commerce work in Clarion, Pottsville and Sharon before moving in…

Roma C. Philips, 81, of Shenango Township, passed away in the emergency room of UPMC Jameson Health System on Tuesday, May 2, 2017.   Born in Alvy, West Virginia on June 24, 1935, Roma was the daughter of the late James and Elizabeth Talkington.  She married Robert Philips on October 2, 1953 and he preceded her in death in 2003.  Roma owned and operated the Heavenly Drive-In on Route 422 in Shenango Township.  An avid yard-saler, Roma also loved spending time with her grandchildren.   Roma is survived by her children; Tracey (John) Tomon, of Wayne Twp., Rodger (Chris) Philips…

Daniel D. Pelloni, 91, of Mercer Road, Franklin Township, passed away on Saturday, April 15, 2017 at 3:15 AM at The Grove at Harmony. Born on December 10, 1925 in Ellwood City, Daniel was the son of the late John and Minnie Martino Pelloni. He married the former Lillian Jolley on April 10, 1947 and she preceded him in death on June 12, 2008. Daniel was a founding member of the Ellwood City Bolt Busters semi-pro football team, where he played center. He was a Veteran of the US Navy, serving aboard the USS Pelias During WWII. He was active…

Olga T. Port, 97 formerly of Division Avenue, Ellwood City passed away at the University Hospital, Bedford Ohio Medical Center on Thursday, April 13, 2017. Born in Ellwood City on November 14, 1919, Olga was the daughter of the late Pietro and Santina Nichanti Mariotti. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas D. Port on April 22, 2001. They were married in 1941. Olga was a member of Holy Redeemer Parish and the Christian Mothers of the Church. Olga is survived by two grandchildren, Ronald L. Port of Charlotte, NC and Stacey L. & Hoby Hanna of Pepper…

Earl L. McElwain, 86 of Wurtemburg Rd., Wayne Township passed away at the residence of his step-daughter, Carol Lee Gardner in Millersburg, Ohio on Thursday, April 13, 2017. Born in Ellwood City on January 7, 1931, Earl was the son of the late Clarence and Otis Kelty McElwain. Earl was preceded in death by his wife, the former Evelyn Johnson McElwain, who passed away on December 11, 2013. They were married on July 31, 1964. Earl had retired as a hammer operator at Pullman Standard in Butler. Earl is survived by three step daughters, Carol Lee and Doug Gardner of…

Robert S. Ierace, 85 of 6th Street, Ellwood City passed away at Allegheny General Hospital on Monday, April 3, 2017. Born in Ellwood City on October 11, 1931, Robert was the son of the late Domenico and Bertha Florio Ierace.  He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Mary Lou Falconie who passed away on April 6, 1980.  Robert had retired as a Machinist at Universal Valve Co and was a member of Holy Redeemer Parish.  Robert was a veteran of the Air Force serving as an aircraft mechanic from 1952 through 1956.  He was a member of…