Obituaries

John E. Palinski II, 63, of North Sewickley Township passed away on Sunday, December 25th, 2022 at the UPMC Shadyside Hospital. John was born in Biloxi, MS on November 25th, 1959 to the late John E. Palinski and MaryKay (Murphy) Palinski of Fombell. He had graduated from Bedford High School in Massachusetts. On May 25th, 1977 John enlisted with the United States Air Force and served until his honorable discharge on July 27th 1983 as a jet engine mechanic with the rank of E4. He was awarded the Air Force Training Ribbon, Air Force Overseas Service Long Tour Ribbon, Air…

Mrs. Vivian M. Rue, 82, of Franklin Township passed away on Sunday, December 25th, 2022 at the Heritage Valley Medical Center in Beaver with her loving family at her bed side. Mrs. Rue was born in Ellwood City on May 1st, 1940 to the late James and Hazel (Palm) Flesher. She had worked at the J & T Custard Stand, Ellwood City Knitting Mill, and Fotia Bros.. She was Christian by faith, and enjoyed crossword puzzles, crocheting, and traveling. Her greatest joy in life was her family especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her daughters Karen Cooper…

James F. Gillespie, 86, of Perry Township passed away at his residence on Friday, December 23, 2022. Born in Ellwood City on November 2, 1936, James was the son of the late Harold I. and Margaret Richards Gillespie.  James was preceded in death by his wife, the former Nancy Dombeck on May 1, 2006.  They were married on April 27, 1954.  He had retired from the Ambridge B & W where he worked as a turn foreman.  James was an active member of Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer Church where he was an usher and a Eucharist minister.  He was…

John N. Shiderly , “Jack”, 74, of Ellwood City passed away, Sunday, December 18, 2022 at his home. He was the son of the late John and Ruth (Stubbel) Shiderly and was born February 2, 1948 in Pittsburgh.He was survived by his wife; Judy (Danver) Shiderly of Ellwood City, his daughter; Dana Shiderly of Brighton Twp, his son; John Shiderly of Franklin Twp, his sisters; Darlene Applegate, Delores Maleski, Lenora Danver, and multiple nieces and nephews. He was a graduate of Riverside High School. He met and married, the love of his life, Judy Danver, in 1977. He was an…

Amy D. Boy, 88, formerly of Ellport, passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2022 at the Good Samaritan Hospice Beaver. Born on June 6, 1934 in New Castle, Amy was the daughter of the late John and Margaret Gilbert Contos.  She was preceded in death by her husband, William Boy, who died on September 3, 2018.  They were married on July 27, 1952.  Amy attended Christ Presbyterian Church and was a member of the Ellport Boosters and the Ellwood City Municipal Women’s Club.  Amy enjoyed entertaining and cooking for her friends and family.  She truly loved the time she spent…

David Kineston, Jr., 45, of Shenango Township, passed away on Friday, December 16, 2022 in the Emergency Room at UPMC Jameson. Born in Ellwood City on February 16, 1977, David was the son of David Kineston of Shenango Township and the late Rose Jones Kineston.  David is survived by his wife, Anna Hargenrader Kineston.  A self-employed auctioneer, David was Catholic by faith and enjoyed hunting, fishing and auto racing.  He loved the time he had with his family especially with his children and grandchildren. Besides his father and wife, David is survived by his 3 children, Dillon Kineston, Madison Kineston…

Cecelia (Teets) Oliver passed away on December 16, 2022, at her home at the age of 86. She lived most of her life in North Sewickley Township. Preceding her in death were her parents, Theodore and Dorothea (Thompson) Teets; her daughter, Loretta; her sister and brother-in-law, Myrna and Bill Howman; her sister, Patty (Joe) Woloszyn; and her stepmother, Ruthene Kocher Teets. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, James Oliver. God blessed her with a wonderful family. She cherished all of them. Survivors include her children and spouses: Richard and Mary Jo Oliver, James and Amy Oliver, and…