Obituaries

Sandra L. “Sandy” Huffman, 75

Sandra L. “Sandy” Huffman, 75, of Chewton passed away Friday, November 12, 2021 at Beaver Valley Nursing and Rehab Center following a brief illness. Born July 1, 1946 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Robert G. Sr. and Betty Lutz Huffman. Sandy graduated from Lincoln High School in 1964. She had worked for Liberty Mutual Insurance for 30 years and for the Lawrence County Courthouse for 20 years in domestic relations. She was a life long member of the Chewton Christian Church. She is survived by her brother, Robert G. (Cindy) Huffman Jr. of Beaver Falls…


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Linda (Mercado) Boots, 53

Linda (Mercado) Boots, 53, of New Brighton passed away Thursday, November 11th, 2021 surrounded by her family, at her residence. Linda was born on November 24th, 1967 in Ellwood City to the late Leon and Nancy (Wright) Mercado. She attended Riverside High School. Linda worked at Wendy’s in Cranberry Township as a cashier and then at W.J. Service in Ohio. She was a member of the Ellwood City Women’s pool league for many years and enjoyed playing bingo. Most of all, Linda adored her large family and loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She is survived by her…


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William H. “Bonie” Timblin, 79

William H. “Bonie” Timblin, 79, of Ellwood City passed away Saturday, November 6, 2021 at Heritage Valley Sewickley. Born September 7, 1942 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Hugh V. and Margaret Jean Wimer Timlin. He was married to Bonnie K. Bair Timblin when she passed away in 2020. Bonie was employed by Mathews Conveyor. Survivors include brother in law, Kenneth H. Kemp of Beaver Falls. Per his wishes, no services will be held. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Marshall Funeral Home, Ellwood City. Online condolences may be sent to marshallsfh.com.


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Sanford L. “Sandy” Wallace, 60

Sanford L. “Sandy” Wallace, 60, of Hickory Township passed away November 9th, 2021 at his residence. Sandy was born on August 17th, 1961 to the late Winnie (Couts) Catron. He graduated from Beaver Falls High School with the class of 1979. Sandy worked at Envirotrol Inc., in Darlington as a manager for several years. He was an avid NASCAR and Pittsburgh Steelers Fan, who also enjoyed Native American heritage and culture. Sandy was known for lending a helping hand to veterans in need around the area. He was a devoted family man, attending all of the family events. He is…


Margaret K. “Peggy” Cosgrove, 91

Margaret K. “Peggy” Cosgrove, 91, of New Galilee passed away Sunday, November 7, 2021 at Edison Manor. Born April 19, 1930 in Beaver Falls, she was the daughter of the late Edward “Ebby” and Dorothy E. Miller Howarth. Peggy enjoyed a full life at her home in New Galilee where she loved to garden, sew, read, and play with her little dog Buddy. She loved to visit her daughter and family in Boise Idaho, where she enjoyed many fun family activities. She had worked as a secretary for Moltrup Steel in Beaver Falls. She was a member of the Galilean…


Shirley A. Gisondi, 87

Shirley A. Gisondi, 87, of Ellwood City, passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2021 at Rochester Manor Nursing Home in Rochester. Born February 11, 1934 in Big Beaver Borough, she was the daughter of the late Robert E. (Nick) Straley and Josephine Lechner Straley. Shirley graduated from Lincoln High School class of 1951. She was also runner up in the Mrs. Body Beautiful pageant of which her sister placed first. After raising her children she went back to school and graduated with a nursing degree in 1978 which was her life-long dream. She would only work in nursing homes where…


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Brenda L. (Jones) Neupauer, 62

Brenda L. (Jones) Neupauer, 62, of Ellport passed away on Saturday, November 6th, 2021 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Brenda was born in Ellwood City on July 16th, 1959 to the late Elvery “Wally” and Catherine (DeBlasio) Jones. A home maker, she was a devoted mother, nanna, and aunt, family meant everything to her. She will be remembered for her daily inspirational facebook posts. Brenda very much enjoyed sitting on her porch swing and decorating for Christmas both inside and outside of her house. She is survived by her daughter, Jessica (Keith) Hoffmeier of Ellwood City, sons,…


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Kathy J. Berthold, 66

Kathy J. Berthold, 66, formerly of Portersville, passed away at The Grove at New Wilmington on Saturday, November 6, 2021. Born in Ellwood City on July 5, 1955, Kathy was the daughter of the late William C. and Anna Koenig Berthold.  She enjoyed visiting Moraine and McConnells Mill State Parks and also enjoyed crocheting. Kathy is survived by a sister, several nieces and nephews and several great-nieces and great-nephews. In addition to her parents, Kathy was preceded in death by three sisters. In accordance with Kathy’s wishes, there were no services.  Memorial contributions can be made in Kathy’s name to…


Giorgina Sbarro, 73

At approximately 6:30 am, Thursday morning November 4, 2021, at UPMC Passavant Hospital, Giorgina’s Guardian Angel swept away her spirit and soul into heaven to be reunited into the loving bosom of her family members, who preceded her in death; Mother Violet Tomeo, Father Anthony Tomeo and younger Brother Carmine Tomeo. She was married to her husband Louis for almost 50 years, and they resided in Ellwood City. Giorgina was born on February 3, 1948 in Ellwood City and at the time of her death was 73 years old. She touched the lives of many people with her generosity, kindness…


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Patricia J. Emilko, 89

Patricia J. Emilko, 89, of Ontario, California passed away in Whittier, California on September 8, 2021. Patty was born in Ellwood City on February 28, 1932 to the late Martin and Mary (Powol) Emilko.  Before moving to California, Patty worked at the Ellwood City Knitting Mill.  Patricia attended St. George Roman Catholic Church near her home in Ontario, California where she served as a Eucharistic Minister.  She was employed by Verizon (formerly GTE) before her retirement.  Patty participated in and taught knitting at the Women’s Knitting Club near her home. Patty is survived by four nephews, Bob (Rita) Lindgren of…