Articles by Tomon Funeral Home

Sara K. Mullin, 89, of Dover Lane, Ellwood City, passed away in the Ellwood City Hospital on Monday, July 31, 2017. Born in Ellwood City on July 30, 1928 Sara was the daughter of the late Matt and Sarah Manchen Kast.  Sara graduated from Lincoln High School in 1946 and worked in clerical offices at US Steel.  She then married Samuel Mullin, Jr. on November 24, 1956 and together they raised four children.  When they were grown, Sara went to Slippery Rock University and graduated in 1973 with her teaching certificate.  She worked as a substitute for many years in…

Barbara Jean Fusco, 64, of 602 Palo Alto Drive, Perry Township passed away in her residence on Tuesday, July 25, 2017 after her battle with cancer. Born in Beaver Falls, Barbara was the daughter of the late John and Boneda Cox Searfoss.  She married Jim G. Fusco, Jr. on August 12, 1995.  Barb was a 1970 graduate of Beaver Falls High School and she retired from Loccisano’s Golden Dawn where she was a deli manager.  Barb was active with the Girl Scouts during the 1980’s.  She was an avid reader and she loved yard sales, but most of all, she…

Richard E. Rodgers, 71 of State St., Ellport passed away at his residence on Monday, June 26, 2017 following a lengthy illness. Born in Ellwood City on February 24, 1946, Richard was the son of the late Thomas and Katherine Miller Rodgers.  Richard was married to the former Virginia “Ginger” Mazzant on August 2, 1969.  He had retired from Koppel Steel where he worked as a crane operator.  He previously worked at Matthews Conveyor and B & W.  Richard was a member of Holy Redeemer Parish and a 1964 graduate of Lincoln High School.  He was also a veteran of…

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…