Obituaries

Jennifer Lynn Jeffries, 37

Late in the night of January 2nd, Jenn went home to meet her heavenly Father and to be with her earthly father, Dale Jeffries. Jenn was preceded in death by her beloved cousin Michael and many loved Aunts and Uncles. Jenn is survived by her loving mother, Grace Jeffries; her second mother and father, Aunt Linda and Uncle Scott, whom she loved very much; the last love of her life, Travis Oshop; and many cousins, and dear friends. Jenn was a graduate of Mohawk High School and worked as a paralegal for 16 years at Michael Perry Attorney at Law….


Russell L. Clyde, 76

Russell L. Clyde, 76, of Ellwood City passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford surrounded by his loving family. Born October 23, 1945 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late John O. and Winifred Peluso Clyde.  He was married to Susan Petrak Clyde. Russell was a self employed excavator and contractor.  He was a member of the Lillyville Church of God.  Russell enjoyed farming, sports, and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife, Susan, of 56 years; two daughters, Beth (Tom) Palm and Teresa (Matt) Bishop, both of Ellwood City; six…


Helen June Bailey, 84

Helen June Bailey, 84, of Ellwood City passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at Good Samaritan Hospice in Beaver following a lengthy illness. Born June 7, 1937 in New Brighton, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Mary Alice Barnes Wolfe. She was married to Donald E. Bailey Sr. when he passed on March 10, 2008. Helen was first employed by the Providence Hospital and then by the Beaver Valley Medical Center where she ended her 24 years of service as a nurses aide. She was a member of the Living Manna Family Church in Darlington. Helen loved…


Daniel J. “Shorty” Senchak, 74

Daniel J. “Shorty” Senchak, 74, of Wampum passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at his residence. Born December 19, 1947 in New Castle, he was the son of the late Andrew and Carmella Arket Senchak. Shorty was formerly employed at the B&W where he worked as a bricklayer. He was a current member of the Croatian Club in West Pittsburg and the Polish White Eagles Club in Chewton. An outdoorsman, Shorty was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and visiting casinos. Shorty was talented with his hands and could build or repair anything. Survivors…


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Claudia Marie Perell, 46

Claudia Marie (Stoyanoff) Perell, 46, of Ellwood City passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at her residence. She was born on October 18th, 1975 in New Castle to Jeff and Helen Clydene (Hoffman) Stoyanoff of North Sewickley Twp.. Claudia was a 1994 graduate of Riverside High School. In her earlier years she worked at Romar Textile. Claudia’s greatest joy in life were her grandchildren. She had a true knack for plants and would help others in need. In addition to her parents she is survived by her daughter Stormie Perell of Ellwood City, grandchildren Bentley and Wyatt Cox…


Joseph DeLisio, 72

Joseph Domenic DeLisio passed away on January 4, 2022, after a lengthy illness. He was born September 18, 1949, and was 72 years old, at his passing. Joe was married to Dana (Beatrice) DeLisio for 40 years, she survives him. Also surviving is one daughter; Lyndi Jo DeLisio Young and her husband Ryan, one granddaughter; Sayla Capri, stepson; Ryan (Shannon) Wallace, grandchildren;  Greyson, Madison, and Rowen. He is also survived by one brother; Tony (Carol) DeLisio and four sisters; Rose Marie (Joe) Farney, Antoinette (Ted) Householder, Carmelia (Bill) Fury and DeeDee (Larry) Anthony along with many nieces and nephews. Joe…


Ernest F. Borroni, 84

Ernest F. Borroni, 84, of New Castle passed away Monday, January 3, 2022 at Quality Life Services in Grove City. Born June 9, 1937 in New Galilee, he was the son of the late Angelo and Margaret Colaizzi Borroni. Ernest was a retired steel worker who worked in the piercing mill. After his retirement, he was the beloved custodian at the Lawrence County Vo-Tech. He was a member of the LMBA of New Galilee. Survivors include his wife Dorothy Hall Borroni; daughter, Terri Arias; son, Ken Borroni; two granddaughters, Jamie Westbury and Mallory Mahoney and two great grandchildren Harper and…


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Frank “Cheech” B. Fotia, 83

Mr. Frank “Cheech” B. Fotia, 83, of Ellwood City passed away on January 3rd, 2022 at Jameson Hospital. Cheech was born on March 17th, 1938 in Ellwood City to the late, Ralph and Mary (DeMasse) Fotia. He attended Lincoln High School, and worked at the Babcock and Wilcox Companies for 20 years in yard shipping. For a short period, Cheech also was the owner and operator of Cheech’s Car Center on the corner of Fifth street and Wampum Avenue where 711 is today. A man of faith, Cheech was a member of Holy Redeemer Church, where he served as an…


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Aldena G. “Dena” Jinar, 88

Mrs. Aldena G. “Dena” Jinar, 88, of Ellwood City passed away on Sunday, January 2, 2022 at the Good Samaritan Hospice, Heritage Valley. Mrs. Jinar was born on November 9th, 1933 in Sanford, North Carolina to the late Arthur and Ruby (Brown) Griffin. She had graduated from the Jonesboro High School in North Carolina. For a brief period of time she worked at Benjamin’s Pharmacy in Ellwood City. Then from 1967 until her retirement in 2011, Dena worked for the Spoa family at Christy’s Market in Franklin Twp., Value King in Ellwood City, and Save-A-Lot also in Franklin Twp.. She…


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Shirley I. Gibson

Shirley I. Gibson went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday December 31, 2021.  She was currently residing in Camdenton MO with her daughter and family.  She was a long-time resident of Tionesta PA.  Shirley was born September 24th, 1934 in New Castle PA, the daughter of the late Earl H. Maxwell and Emma Schoder Maxwell. On November 14th, 1953 she married her husband of 56 years Theodore B. Gibson Sr.  Together they raised four children, Bonnie, Becky, Ted, and Linda. Shirley was an accomplished vocalist. In her youth she sang on the local radio…