Obituaries

Edward G. Gold, 94, of Freedom passed away on Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026 at the Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford.

Mr. Gold was born in New Sewickley Township on April 5th, 1932 to the late Robert and Mary E. (Whalin) Gold. He started his working career at Freedom Oil Works, then at Spang Shelving and for twenty years he was an over the road truck driver for CREST, who drove over a million miles. Ed enjoyed gardening, raising bee’s to make honey, riding his 1967 Triumph motorcycle until age 90, and was an avid Pittsburgh Steeler’s fan.

He is survived by his daughter Christine (Ray) Sowinsky of North Sewickley Township, sons Eddie (Sherri) Black of Florida, Greg Gold of Freedom, and Brian Gold of Canonsburg, grandchildren Ray (Laura) Sowinsky Jr., Renee (Matt) Mendicino, great-grandchildren Ellie and Avery Mendicino, Kayla and Kenzie Sowinsky, sister Alice Dietrich of New Sewickley Township, and sister-in-law Lorraine Hogue of Ellwood City.

Ed was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Nadine (Antinossi) Gold, sisters Mary Palmquist and Katherine McClellan, and brothers Robert Gold, David Gold, and William “Barney” Gold.

There will not be a public service. Interment will be at the Holy Redeemer Cemetery in Ellwood City. The final arrangements are entrusted to the Samuel Teolis Funeral Home and Crematory Inc..

Jeffrey K. Welsh, 70, of Ellwood City passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Monday, August 31, 2026 at Grove Manor in Grove City.

Born December 2, 1955 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Kenneth and Martha Madish Welsh.

Jeff graduated from Lincoln High School in 1973. He was a self-employed heavy equipment operator, specializing in the installation of water, gas, and sewer lines, and was also part owner of Uniglobe Allstar Travel. A union member, he belonged to Local #66 and the Local PA Heavy and Highway Union.

Through the years, Jeff was deeply involved with the Ellwood City Amateur Baseball Federation as a player, manager, coach, and league officer. He also served as Assistant to the Commissioner, Director of Field Maintenance, and was instrumental in the re-design and re-construction of both Freidhoff Field and Sanders Field. He cherished time with his family especially watching his children and grandchildren play sports.

Survivors include his beloved wife of 36 years, Doreen Ottavio Welsh, whom he married in 1990; daughter, Renee (Max) Brahler of Grove City; son, Brad Welsh of Ellwood City; eight grandchildren, Brady (Tayler) and Ryan Welsh, Lucas, Madison, and Nicholas Miller, and Luke, Mya, and Cruz Brahler; one great-granddaughter, Vivian Welsh; three sisters, Ruth (Bill) Evans of Ohio, Linda (Duane) Findling of Idaho, and Debi (Barry) Smigel of Idaho.

A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held on Wednesday September 2, 2026 from 5 -7 pm at the Ellport Community Center.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Ellwood City Amateur Baseball Federation.

Arrangements entrusted to the Marshall Funeral Home, Ellwood City.

Online condolences may be sent to marshallsfh.com

Brandon J. Fisher, 53 of Ellwood City died Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Quality Life Services of Grove City. He was the son of Joseph and Sidney (Gulentz) Fisher and was born August 30, 1972, in New Brighton.

He is survived by his daughter; Elyse Fisher, brothers; Paul Fisher and his wife Alison of Cranberry Twp, Elliot Fisher and his wife Alexis of Economy Borough, his nephew; Devin and Niece; Carys, his uncle; Robert Fisher and his wife Donna of Houston and his aunt; Robyn Webb and her husband Bruce of Houston. He enlisted in the US Army Reserves in 1991 and served eight years and was honorably discharged. Brandon was also and an active member of the J. Wilbur Randolph Post 157 of the American Legion. He was a full-time Civil Engineer working in the greater Pittsburgh area as well as Erie. He was an avid hockey fan, especially the Pittsburgh Penguins. Brandon enjoyed fishing, collecting hockey cards, building custom Lego structures, playing vintage pin ball machines and video games. He loved to bake and cook, most enjoying making chocolate chip cookies. He enjoyed music especially listening to Nine Inch Nails. Brandon was a loving father, son, and brother. He will be missed by so very many.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents; John and Julia Fisher and John Gulentz and Velma Kuhn.

The family will receive friends on Friday, September 4, 2026, from 4-7pm at Turner-Hyde Funeral Home of Ellwood City. Additional calling hours will be held on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at North Sewickley Presbyterian Church located at 106 Chapel Drive Ellwood City from 10-11am. Military Honors will be rendered by the Veteran’s Honor Guard immediately before the Funeral Service following at 11:00AM with Rev. Dr. Rebecca Collins, officiating.

Interment will be in North Sewickley Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting memorial donations be made in Brandon’s name to the J.Wilbur Randolph Post 157 of the American Legion at Post Office Box 569 Ellwood City, PA 16117

Arrangements entrusted to the Turner-Hyde Funeral & Cremation Services located at 6th and Park in Ellwood City.

Steven A. Beck, 76, of Ellwood City passed away on Tuesday, August 25th, 2026 at the UPMC Jameson Hospital in New Castle.

Steven was born in Butler, PA on January 12th, 1950 to the late Marcus and Eileen (Weser) Beck. He went to St. Peter’s Catholic School and graduated from Butler High School with the class of 1968. During his high school years he worked through hard work and dedication to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout along with his best friend Richard Graham of Butler. In 1970 Steve earned an associates degree from Penn State University. Steve then started to work for PennDOT in 1970. He started out as a construction inspector and worked his way up the ladder to Senior Engineering Technician. He was in charge of many road and bridge projects He worked on the Sewickley Bridge, Rochester-Monaca Bridge, the Fifth Street Bridge plus many others.

On December 18th, 1971 he married the former Paula Palumbo. They would have celebrated 55 years of marriage on December 18th of this year.

Steve had a passion for bridges and trains. The Brooklyn Bridge was his favorite, which he was able to walk across in 1983.

After retiring from PennDOT he started driving school bus for the Riverside Area School District then for the Ellwood City Area School District. He was a school bus driver for close to 17 years.

He had a love for dogs especially his Cocker Spaniel Reggie, and enjoyed golfing.

He is survived by his loving wife, daughter and son-in-law Stacie and Stanley Weckerly of North Sewickley Township, son and daughter-in-law Steven P. and Christina (Fidell) Beck of Ellport, grandchildren Benjamin Weckerly, Ryan Weckerly, Alexis Beck, and Jase Knight, they were his pride and joy. He is also survived by his sister-in-law Mary Ann Wiley and her husband Harold, his brother-in-law David Palumbo, and his good friend Paul Leisie.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his mother and father-in law Matilda (Melozzi) Palumbo and Paul Palumbo.

Although Steve is gone from this place he will live on in our hearts forever. We will always love you and miss you until we meet again.

Following Steve’s wishes there will not be a public service. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to the Samuel Teolis Funeral Home and Crematory Inc..

Memorial contributions in Mr. Beck’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Donnie Ray Frelin, 74, of Ellwood City passed away Thursday, August 27, 2026 at UPMC Jameson Hospital.

Born June 12, 1952 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Harry Sr. and Marion Pisani Frelin.

Donnie was a lifelong truck driver who was an Owner/Operator for many years. True old school, he could have been the poster child for an old school trucker. He was also an accomplished and respected musician who performed with many bands. He generously shared his talents at many charity events.

A jack of all trades, Donnie could fix just about anything. He previously coached Little League, loved hunting and fishing, and played in the Ellwood City Men’s Pool League for Breakers.

Above all, Donnie had a huge heart. He was always ready to help anyone in need whether he knew them or not.

Survivors include three sons, Michael (Stephanie) Foley of Florida, Donnie Ray “Bud” Frelin, II of Ellwood City, and Travis (Fiancee Mariah) Frelin of Grove City; daughter, Nikki Frelin of Ellwood City; 10 grandchildren, Nicholas, Joseph, Luke, Gracie, Kylie, Matthew, Danny, Westyn, Hudson, and Breccan; one great-granddaughter, Melodie ; two sisters, Anita Bauer of Michigan and Carol Pleiss of Harmony; two brothers, Ron (Debbie) Frelin of Wampum and Harry (Melissa) Frelin of Ellwood City, and his former wife, Mary Jo Malcolm Frelin of Ellwood City; . In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Bob and Ralph, sister, K.J. Frelin and his mother-in-law, Margaret Malcolm.

“Not sure if there’s a speed limit on the road to Heaven, but you’re looking good that way. So go ahead and drop it in the big hole and hammer down.”

A celebration of Donnie’s life will be held on Saturday September 19, 2026 from 1-5 pm at the New Beaver Borough VFD, 898 Wampum New Galilee Rd. New Galilee, PA 16141. Memorial Contributions may be made in Donnie’s name to Club Hope.

The family would like to thank everyone who donated their time and efforts to Donnie’s benefit held in May at the Moose club, your contributions and generosity were greatly appreciated

The family thanks Courtney from AHN Homecare for her kind and compassionate care.

Online condolences may be sent to marshallsfh.com

Mrs. Marlene J. Ciampaglione, 80, of Beaver Falls passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 25th, 2026 at the AHN Beaver Hospital.

Marlene was born in Ellwood City on January 13th, 1946 to the late Domenico J. and Mary R. (Ritorto) Ricciuti. She had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1963 and attended Clarion State College. Before getting married she briefly worked at Bankers Life Insurance Company. Marlene married the love of her life on October 12th, 1968. She is a member of Saint Monica’s Roman Catholic Parish in Chippewa Township. She loved cooking and taking care of her family and will be missed sadly by all.

She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law Michele and Shane Baumgardner of Sandusky, Ohio and Melissa and Tony Boutwell of Powell, Ohio, sons and daughters-in-law Michael and Christi Ciampaglione of Midland, VA and Matthew and Jessica Ciampaglione of Monaca, grandchildren Angela (Matthew) Kissel, Garrett (Morgan) Baumgardner, Talia Boutwell, Mia Boutwell, Nicolas Ciampaglione, Casey Ciampaglione, Luca Ciampaglione, and Dominic Ciampaglione, and her great-grandchildren Rome, Capri, Hayes, Beck, and Quinn.

Preceding her in death were her parents, her husband Michael, and her brother James Ricciuti.

A private service will be held at the Holy Redeemer Cemetery, St. Peter’s Mausoleum.

The funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Samuel Teolis Funeral Home and Crematory Inc..

Robert “Bob” Mazzant, 71, of North Sewickley Township passed away at AHN Wexford on August 24, 2026 after a courageous two year battle with cancer. Born August 12, 1955 in Ellwood City, Bob was the son of the late Anthony & Nellie Mazzant.

Bob was a graduate of Riverside High School and the Community College of Beaver County. He was a retired Policeman for the City of Beaver Falls and ran his successful business, Mazzant Painting, for over 50 years. He was an avid antique collector and loved spending time at his house on Lake Erie with his family and friends.

Above all, Bob loved his family most and worked his entire life to provide for them. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his two sisters Gloria Mazzant and Connie Markovich. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Patsy Mazzant, his older brother Anthony (Bud) Mazzant, his three daughters Shannon (Bill) West, Julie (Todd) Smith, and Erin DiMauro; grandchildren, Noah & Ava West, Lyla & Grace Smith, and Gia & Bella DiMauro. He is also survived by his nieces, nephews, sister-in-law, brother-in-law and many cousins.

Family and friends will be received on Monday, August 31st, 2026 from 3:00 pm until the time that memories will be shared at 7:00 pm at the Samuel Teolis Funeral Home and Crematory Inc..

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude, stjude.org

Georgia Carol Fife, beloved mother, cherished friend, and beacon of love, passed away on this August 25th, 2026. She left this world leaving behind a legacy of kindness and compassion.

Mrs. Georgia C. Fife, 78, born on November 5th, 1947 to the late Milo W,. and Gloria (Cover) Derrow. Georgia married Ron Fife on November 12, 1965 in East Liverpool, Ohio. She leaves behind her daughters, Karen (Andy) Jeannette, Bethann Nye (Fiancé, Bob) and son, Jeff Fife (Deanna). She loved her grandchildren, Donovan (Taylor) Nye, Natalie (Brandon) Aller, Kaitlyn (Blaise) Haynes, Adam Jeannette, Chloe and Jonathan Shirley. She had two great grandchildren, Maverick and Laiken Haynes, and she is also survived by her sister Vallie (Chuck) George, and brother, Milo W. (Diane) Derrow Jr.

Georgia was a radiant presence from the very beginning, filling the lives of all who knew her with joy and light. Throughout her life, she embodied the true essence of selflessness, always putting the needs of others before her own. As a mother, she was unparalleled in her love and care. Her children and grandchildren were the center of her universe, and she dedicated herself wholeheartedly to their happiness and well-being. Her nurturing spirit created a home filled with laughter, comfort, and endless love, a sanctuary where her family or anyone in need always found solace and support. Beyond her role as a mother, Georgia was a cherished friend to many. Her compassionate heart and empathetic nature endeared her to all who had the privilege of knowing her. She possessed a rare ability to uplift and inspire those around her, offering a listening ear and unconditional love to anyone in need.

For 19 years, Georgia worked as a deli manager, a career she enjoyed and excelled in. Her love for the job was evident in every smile she shared with her customers. After retiring, she was a volunteer at Central Elementary school for 16 plus years. She worked side by side with her daughter and touched the lives of so many children with acts of kindness she extended, and every journey she embarked upon. At Central Elementary, the staff, students and parents knew her as Grandma Georgia. Georgia loved helping and taking care of people.

Georgia was a beacon of kindness, thoughtful and giving, she made an impression on many lives. She had the biggest heart and a smile for everyone she met. She was a quiet person, incredibly compassionate and she loved and worshiped God more than anything.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Ronald A. Fife who passed away on January 21st, 2018, and her sisters Susan Taylor and Mabel “Betty” Shafran.

Visitation will be held on Thursday from 3-7 p.m. and on Friday from 10:00 am until the time of service at 11;00 with Pastor Zach Fry officiating at the Samuel Teolis Funeral Home and Crematory Inc.. Interment will be at the Grandview Cemetery.

Although Georgia is gone from this place, she will live in our hearts forever. We will always love you and miss you until we can meet again.