Obituaries

Carl E. Leight, 71, of New Castle, died peacefully Saturday, January 15, 2022, at Grove City Hospital with his son and daughter by his side following a brave, decade’s long battle with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Born May 2, 1950, in New Castle, Carl was the son of the late John and Isabelle (Ramsey) Leight. He graduated from Shenango High School in 1968, and, after briefly managing multiple Winky’s restaurants, began working for Sears, Roebuck and Co. on January 26, 1970. Carl would go on to provide 45 years of loyal service to Sears until his retirement on his 65th…

Frances Stewart, 93, of Ellwood City passed away Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at UPMC Passavant McCandless. Born April 14, 1928 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Mary Mable Strohecker Partridge. She was married to Gilbert “Windy” Stewart when he passed in 1983. Frances was an active lifelong member of the 1st Christian Church in Ellwood City. Frances enjoyed playing bingo, camping, and animals. She always had beautiful flower gardens. Survivors include sister in law, Betty Hardy; dear friend, Kay Edinger both of Ellwood City and several cousins. Visiting hours will be held on Saturday…

Ben D. Tanchuk, 79, of Patterson Township passed away Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at Heritage Valley – Beaver following a short illness. Born February 2, 1942 in New Brighton, he was the son of the late Joe and Virginia Wiltrout Tanchuk. He was married to Judy Elliott Tanchuk when she passed in November 2015. Ben was the owner and operator of Falcon Gas Stations and then worked in Shippingport on barges. He enjoyed doing yard work and maintaining properties. Ben was an avid Pittsburgh Steeler and Pirate fan. Survivors include son, Ben D. (Cheryl) Tanchuk Jr. of Brighton Township; two…

Anna Marie Colavincenzo, 89, of Ellwood City, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 12, 2022. Born November 20, 1932 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Vincenzo and Antoinette Cosentino Bellissimo. She was the beloved wife for 49 years to Herbert G. Colavincenzo when he passed on April 26, 2006. The loving mother to son Martin (Valerie) Colavincenzo and daughter Linda (Tim) Krings both of Pittsburgh. She was the best grandma to Dan, Kelly, and Christa Colavincenzo as well as Ben and Ella Krings. Anna is survived by sister-in-law Joan Bellissimo of Hershey, brother-in-law Raymond Colavincenzo of…

Linda L. Pollyblank, 73, of New Beaver Borough passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 10, 2022 at her residence. Born December 3, 1948 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late James and June Emery Pollyblank. Linda was a graduate of Mohawk High School. She was a member of the Wampum Methodist Church. Some of Linda’s interests were crafting, baking, and playing cards with her family and friends. Survivors include sister, Patricia Huffman of Wampum, brother, James J. Pollyblank of California and many loving nieces and nephews and their families. She was preceded in death by her sister,…

God saw that you were tired, a cure was not to be, so he wrapped his arms around you and whispered come with me. Sara Jean Jenkins, 42, of Beaver Falls, born August 29, 1979 passed away Friday, January 7, 2022 surrounded by loved ones at her father Fred Jenkins home with the help of Hospice. She leaves behind her love through her father Fred and her two daughters, Gabrielle Lynn Tassone and Rosa Marie Pardini. She was preceded in death by her mother Patti Lynn Rukas Shee. Sara cherished special moments with her children, her family, and many close…