Obituaries

Mr. Bruno D. “Toad” Suppa, age 93 of New Castle, formerly of Ellwood City, passed away on Thursday, February 12th, 2026 at the Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh. Bruno was born on February 18th, 1932 in Ellwood City to the late Gregorio and Anna (Pileggi) Suppa. He had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1950. A proud veteran, Bruno enlisted with the United States Army on September 5th, 1950 and served stateside during the Korean War as a radio communications officer, where he was proficient with Morse Code. He was honorably discharged on April 29th, 1952 with…

On the evening of February 11, 2026, Frank Joseph Losos III passed away peacefully with his son, David, by his side. He leaves behind a rich legacy of eleven grandchildren: nine through his only son, David Losos, (daughter in law, Andrea), of Portersville PA; Deanna, Darren, Damian, Adella, Dominic, Daniella, Desirae, Andrew, and Dustin. He also has two grandchildren, Zach and Reese, through his step-son, Ryan Madar (daughter in law, Jennifer) of Nashville TN. He is survived by his first wife, and David’s mother, Kathleen Losos of Pittsburgh PA, his sister Rose Marie (Jerome) Aschenbrener of Braidwood IL, his 3…

Pete Gamra, 76, of Aliquippa passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at his home. He was the son of the late Elias and Evelyn (David) Gamra and was born August 25, 1949 in Aliquippa. He was survived by his wife of 21 years; Fatiha Bounti, his daughter; Jayde Gamra of Aliquippa, and close friend; Sarah Millis of Aliquippa. Pete was born and raised in Aliquippa. He was employed as a skycap at Pittsburgh International Airport. He enjoyed working in his yard and keeping his grass cut and in pristine shape. He enjoyed his wives cooking, especially Arabic food. He…

Mrs. Dolores J. Majors, 88, formerly of Perry Township passed away on Wednesday, February 11th, 2026 at the Passavant Retirement Community in Zelienople. Mrs. Majors was born on June 13th, 1937 in Uniontown, Pa to the late John and Elizabeth (Balchak) Hidock. She had graduated from the South Union High School. Dolores worked for American Standard in Pittsburgh for six years as a secretary and later for Peffer Cleaning Company in Zelienople. She is a long time member of Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer Church. Dolores greatly enjoyed music, dancing, and gardening. She is survived by her sons, Mark (Kelly)…

Alan Wesley “Crab” Moyer, 79, of Wampum, Wayne Twp. passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at UPMC Shadyside Hospital following a short illness. Born November 20, 1946, in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Walter and Mary Pappas Moyer. Alan graduated from Lincoln High School in 1965. He served in the Army during Vietnam as a Military Policeman until receiving his honorable discharge. After his service, Crab worked as a truck driver for many years. He loved his horses, enjoyed hunting in Tionesta, and riding his motorcycle. Survivors include six sisters, Margaret Badger of Wampum, Jean Moyer…

Paula Arkwright, 74, of Ellwood City passed away on Friday, February 6th, 2026 at the UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh. Paula was born on February 11th, 1951 in Ellwood City to Antoinette (Tomeo) Pansera of Ellwood City and the late Paul D. Swesey. She graduated from the Lawrence County Vo-Tech with the class of 1969 and attended the Community College of Beaver County for nursing. She worked as a nail technician at various salons in the area and as a care giver for many years. She was a women of many talents, and enjoyed crafting and spending time with her…

Marie E. Baker, 64, of Wampum passed away Thursday, February 5, 2026, following a car accident on Union Valley Rd. Born September 21, 1961, in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Ethel Reno Annerelli. Marie was a devoted homemaker, Christian by faith, and loved all animals. Above all, she loved her family, especially caring for her grandchildren. Survivors include her beloved husband of 45 years, Mark R. Baker; son, Noah M. (Amanda) Baker of Wampum; daughter, Stephanie N. Baker of West Pittsburg; three grandsons, Tyler Baker, Rahmel Wise, Jr., and Andrew Baker; five granddaughters, Alexis…

Philip Michael Fabich, 76, of Shenango Twp. passed away Friday, February 6, 2026, at UPMC – Jameson Hospital. Although in ill health, death was unexpected. Born July 31, 1949, he was the son of the late Philip James and Pelagia Woloszyn Fabich. Philip graduated from Lincoln High School in Ellwood City in 1967. A proud Army veteran, he served his country until being honorably discharged. He retired after a long career with the Laborers Union. He was a member of Holy Spirit Parish in New Castle and of the VFW in Ellwood City. He cherished time spent with his family,…

Merle Dean Young, 60, of Shippenville passed away on Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026, at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh. He was the son of the late Bernard “Boots” and Delores June Rhodes Young and was born December 11, 1965, in Clarion. He is survived by his son Matthew Young his fiancé Kasey of Shippenville, another son; Cody Young and his fiancé Tristen Kovarik of Cantis, OH, his grandchildren; Chloe, Rosa, Maddox, Daimon, Asher, his sisters; Louella Neiswonger and her husband Randy and Brenda Hartman and her husband Jim. He was a graduate of Redbank High School in New Bethlehem. He…

Debbie Jane Majors, 65, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, February 5, 2026, in her home. Born in New Castle on April 6, 1960, she was the daughter of the late James Howard and Mary Jane Woods Wimer. Debbie was a 1978 graduate of Lawrence County Vo-Tech and had a continued love of learning as she was actively pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. Recently retired from Strayer University, Debbie enjoyed an active social life. She was a longtime member of the Chewton Polish White Eagles, where she could be found playing in the Women’s Pool league every Tuesday night. Debbie…