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Faramarz “Fred” Sahim passed away on July 1, 2026, at the age of 76, leaving behind a legacy of innovation, laughter, friendship, and love. After immigrating to the United States as a young man, Fred built a life defined by perseverance, curiosity, and an unwavering drive to make the world around him better. He spent his teenage years and much of his adult life in New York, where he was a member of the first graduating class in Computer Science at Queens College—a field that perfectly matched his endlessly inquisitive mind. Fred dedicated his career to Siemens, where he served…

Stephanie Eileen Dixon, of Bowie, MD completed her earthly journey on Monday, June 8, 2026, at home. She was 60 years old. Born in Harrisburg, PA, she was the beloved daughter of Portia (Kirklin) Dixon and Bernard Dixon, Jr. She was the sister of Valerie of NC and her brothers Geoffrey of WV, and Rodney (sister-in-law Kim) of Crofton, MD. Stephanie grew up attending Prince George’s County public schools including Pointer Ridge Elementary and Thomas G. Pullen Junior High. She attended Largo High School before enrolling at Elizabeth Seton High School, from which she graduated. She went on to earn…

Fabio A. Arevalo, of New Brighton and formerly of Queens, New York passed on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at UPMC Shadyside Hospital, in Pittsburgh, after a long battle with cancer. His exposure the toxins at the World Trade Center Site became a direct causation of Fabio’s cancer that he contracted at the World Trade Center Site, on September 11, 2001, and the 7 months following, working alongside fellow NYPD brothers Jonathan and Carlton, who were called the Ground Zero Trio. Fabio is the son of Blanca (Martinez) Arevalo and the late Pedro Arevalo. Fabio was born February 23, 1968, in…

James Foster, 60, of Ellwood City passed away on June 24, 2026, at UPCM Jameson. In New Castle. He was born August 29, 1965, in Waynesburg, Ohio. Hi survived by his former wife; Ashley Foster, their children; James, Elijah and Natalie, His two sisters; Debbie Adkison and Marie Ledbetter. Jim enjoyed camping and fishing. He enjoyed collecting, just about anything. He also enjoyed the paranormal, including watching Ghost Adventures or just about anything related to the paranormal. Cremation Arrangements entrusted to the Turner-Hyde Funeral & Cremation Services located at 6th and Park in Ellwood City.

Laura Gravatt, a long-time resident of Franklin Park, passed away following a well-fought battle against illness on June 14, 2026, at UPMC McGee Hospital in Pittsburgh. She is predeceased by her father Harry M, mother Mona L, brother Harry, and two aunts. She is survived by her life partner of 33 years Rick Steranko, and her many cherished horses, Mastiffs, and Parson Russell Terriers. Laura worked 43 years as an engineering assistant, first with Westinghouse and later Emerson.Twice educated, first in retail management and later in computer programming at Allegheny Community College, just shy of a four-year degree. Laura worked…

Troy A. Follett, 56, of Frisco passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at UPMC Hamot, in Erie. He is the son of Connie (Barton) Follett and the late Larry J. Follett and was born July 31, 1969, in Ellwood City. He is survived by his wife, of 15 years, and the love of his life, Kris Follett, one step-daughter; Ashley Bishop and her husband Ben of Tiffin, OH, two grandchildren; Bailey and Braxton Bishop, his siblings; Lori Ziegler and her husband Bill of Mercer, Jennifer Miloszewski and her husband Mike of Darlington, his sister-in-law; Cheryl Barnhart and her husband…

Dorothy “Dot” Buquo, 92, of North Sewickley Twp passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at her home and in her family’s presence. She was born June 3, 1934, in Mamaroneck, New York to the late Robert and Dorothy (Dinkler) Primrose. She is survived by her daughters; Bonnie Pratt and her husband Timothy of Ellwood City, Deborah Moffatt of North Sewickley, Karen Cordi and her husband Sam of Whitefish, MT, her grandchildren; Casey Cordi and his wife Alexis of Bishop, CA, Lisa Cordi of Jackson, WY, Joshua Pratt and his wife Jamie of Ellwood City, Abigail Elliott and her husband…

Daniel M. “Danny” Sanko ,79, of East Palestine, OH and, formerly of Aliquippa, passed away to the Field of Dreams on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was the son of the late Michael and Mary (Fedor) Sanko and was born January 16, 1947, in Sewickley. He is survived by his wife, of 54 years, Sharyn Sanko, one daughter: Sunny Dillon and her husband Donald, grandchildren; Faith Elizabeth and Dominic Edward Dillon, Xander Ian and Ivy Kathryn Stokes, Sierra Neville and her husband Aaron, Caleb Burks and his wife Kayla, great-grandchildren; Ezekiel and Kimberly Rose Neville, Forrest,…

Gregory Rogers, 70, of Ellwood City passed away on June 3, 2026, at UPMC Jameson in New Castle. He was the son of the late Gordon and Dorothy Rogers and was born September 15, 1955, in Rochester, PA. He is survived by his wife; Evonne Rogers, their son; Michael Rogers and his wife Christina of Industry, one granddaughter; Riley Fox, his sister-in-law; Cheryl Lambert of Castle Shannon, his brother and sister-in-law; Ernest and Mary Lambert of Indiana Land, SC along with one additional sister-in-law; Eve Green of Dickinson, TX and one cousin; Fred Blair of Ellwood City. Greg met and…

Richard M. Jugovich, 70, of New Galilee passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at his home. He is the son of Pauline (Benko) Jugovich and the late John Jugovich and was born September 11, 1955, in Pittsburgh. He is survived by his sons; Joshua and his wife Meredith of Cecil, Michael Jugovich and his wife Jacklyn of Pittsburgh, his grandchildren; Elliott Jugovich, Ingrid Jugovich, Parker Jugovich, Morgan Jugovich, Zoey Jugovich, his brother; John Jugovich and one sister; Paula Jugovich Bejster, along with numerous nieces and nephews and his beloved dogs; Mr. Dink and Homer. He was a 1973 graduate…