Obituaries

William C. Bodnar, 69, of Cochranton passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at his son’s residence surrounded by those he loved following a two-year illness. Born December 15, 1952, in Canonsburg, he was the son of the late William and Joyce Hopkins Bodnar. He was married to Karen Wagstaff Bodnar. William was a consultant for Bill’s Craning and Rigging Company. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed cooking. Survivors include his wife: Karen; son; William V. (Tiffany) Bodnar of Wampum; two stepsons, Jason and Chris Corbin both of Canonsburg; sister, Louann (David) DeJohn of…

Robert Lee Brown, 89, of North Sewickley Township passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on October 23, 2022 at his residence. Born December 22, 1932, in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Ira and Lottie Welsh Brown. He was married to the love of his life, Marilou Boots Brown for 65 years until her passing. Robert worked as a Steel Fabricator for Ellwood Iron & Wire and then as a Custodian at Riverside High School. He was a member of the Union Goodwill Church. His farm was his pride and joy and he was well…

Ashley Annarumo, 38, of Ellwood City passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 17, 2022 at her residence. Born November 29, 1983 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Loretta Kennedy Prestopine. Ashley graduated from Lincoln High School. She formerly worked at Christy’s and Burger King. Survivors include two children, Lillyonna and Stephen; two sisters, Pamela Wheeler and Brenda Ludley, both of Virginia; special niece, Emily; and a number of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. She was preceded in death by a brother, Web Kennedy. Friends will be received on Sunday October 23 from 5:00 pm…

Marianne Cilli Whipkey, 65, of New Galilee passed away Sunday, October 16, 2022 at UPMC – Jameson Hospital following a short illness. Born August 10, 1957 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Alfred G. Cilli and Mary A. Caimano Cilli. She was married to Scott Whipkey. Marianne had graduated from Mohawk High School and Geneva College, where she earned her BS Chemistry Degree. She was employed by Environmental Laboratory Services, where she served as a Lab Director for 35 years. An accomplished cook and baker, Marianne enjoyed her role as the family event coordinator. A loving,…

Richard A. “Dick” Brown, 76, of Ellwood City passed away Friday, October 14, 2022 at his residence following a lengthy illness. Born December 23, 1945 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Kenneth and Virginia Main Brown. Dick retired from the Ellwood City Fire Department following 25 years of service to the community. He served his country in the Navy during the Vietnam War (1966-1971). Following his retirement, Dick moved to Las Vegas for 15 years. He enjoyed working and gambling. Dick moved back to the area 12 years ago and enjoyed feeding the birds and squirrels…