Obituaries

Mrs. Edith (Rocco) Pacella, 95, of Ellwood City, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 18, 2021, at Jameson Health Center in New Castle where she had been admitted three days earlier. Born in Ellwood City on Sept. 19, 1925, to the late Samuel and Elizabeth (Arena) Rocco, Edith was a lifelong member of Holy Redeemer Roman Catholic Parish. She was married for 54 years to Arthur B. Pacella prior to his death on May 9th, 2001. Edith loved to cook and bake and spent many years volunteering for various activities and fundraisers at Holy Redeemer Parish. She also volunteered to…

Frank Shultz Jr., 74, of West Pittsburg passed away Monday, February 15, 2021 at UPMC – Jameson Hospital following a short illness. Born July 1, 1946 in New Castle, he was the son of the late Frank and Mary Broznich Shultz. Frank graduated from New Castle High School in 1964. He was a self employed house painter. Frank was a lifelong member of the Croatian Club in West Pittsburg. Survivors include his sister, Helen Guy of West Pittsburgh; and numerous nieces and nephews and their families. He was preceded in death by two sisters; Frances Rice and Margaret Shultz in…

New Middletown – William J. Barber 69, passed away at his residence on Sunday morning February 14, 2021. He was born December 2, 1951 in Ellwood City, PA, a son of William G. and Mary K. Grekon Barber. William came to New Middletown twenty years ago and retired from G.M. Lordstown plant after working 30 years as an assembler William married the former Angela M. Bonace on January 9, 1971. Besides his wife, he leaves his mother Mary of Wampum, PA; two sons William J. Barber, Jr. of Fort Wayne, IN and Christopher P. Barber of New Middletown; three sisters,…

William “Lucky” Loccisano, 74, of Ellwood City, passed away at his residence on Sunday, February 14, 2021. Born in Ellwood City on January 9, 1947, Lucky was the son of the late James Loccisano and Stella Cartacio Loccisano.  A graduate of Lincoln High School, Lucky formerly owned Tri-State Webs.  He was a Veteran of the US Navy and a member of both the Hungarian Club and the Sons of Italy.  Lucky coached football for many years, including the Ellwood City Packers, Ellwood City Little Wolverines, Lincoln High School and Grove City High School.  He also coached baseball for many years…

Scott E. Hays, 27, of Ellwood City passed away at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital on Sunday, February 14, 2021. Born in Brighton Township on March 2, 1993, Scott was the son of Michelle Johnston Houk of Ellwood City and the late Paul (Scooter) Hays.  Also surviving is his wife, the former Chelsea Oslick, whom he married on February 9, 2019.  Scott had worked as an assistant manager at L.L. Flooring in Cranberry Township.  Scott enjoyed bikes, fast cars and Jeeps and spending time with his sidekicks (dogs), Landon Michael, Briea, Yama and Chunk. Besides his wife Chelsea and mother, Michelle (Rodney)…

Erwin M. Tondt, 78, of Ellwood City, passed away on Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at UPMC McCandless. Born in Poland on August 29, 1942, Erwin was the son of the late Otto and Berta Pekrul Tondt.  After Otto passed away unexpectedly, Erwin was raised by his step-father, Fred Class.  Erwin retired from INMETCO where he worked as a supervisor.  He married the former Norma Follett on August 26, 2006 and they both enjoyed playing pool when they were able.  He was also a member of the Hungarian Home. Erwin is survived by his wife, Norma, a son and daughter-n-law, Jeff…