Obituaries

Frank A. Schaffer, 51, of New Galilee passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at the UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh. Frank was born on August 4, 1969 in Ellwood City to Frank A. Schaffer, Sr. and the late Fawnia (Eagan) Schaffer. He had attended Lincoln High School. Frank had worked for FCIS as a lineman and most recently was preparing to go and work with hurricane relief efforts in recent storm struck areas. Frank was a Harley Davidson enthusiast, and enjoyed working on cars, fishing, and spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his father and step-mother,…

Emilia Kardasz Carcaise, 90, of Ellwood City, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2020 at the Lutheran Senior Life Passavant Community in Zelienople, PA. Born in Freedom, PA on May 15, 1930, Emilia was the daughter of the late Peter and Pazia Fedyn Kardasz.  Upon graduation from Freedom High School and later Duff’s Business College in Pittsburgh, she moved to Washington, D.C. where she worked as an administrative assistant for the Secretary of State.  Emilia was a charter member of the Ellwood City Lioness Club and was a member of Holy Redeemer Parish.   Emilia married Dr. Michael A. Carcaise on…

Mary T. Bartolomeo, 62 of Ellwood City passed away at her residence on Friday, September 18, 2020. Born in Ellwood City on November 8, 1957, Mary was the daughter of Joseph and Joann Black Lordi of Ellwood City.  She is survived by her husband, Orlando E. Bartolomeo whom she married on June 16, 1984.  Mary worked as a baker at Kimmel’s Bakery and was a member of Holy Redeemer Parish.  In her earlier years Mary worked as a nail tech and hairdresser.  She enjoyed arts and crafts but mostly enjoyed her time with her grandchildren. Besides her parents and husband,…

Donald R. Holfelder, 82 of Franklin Township, passed away at Providence Care Center in Beaver Falls on Wednesday, September 16, 2020. Born in Ellwood City on January 25, 1938, Donald was the son of the late Harry and Velma Bowers Holfelder.  Donald was preceded in death by his wife, the former Ernestine Takas on October 25, 2017.  They were married on October 4, 1958.  Don attended North Star School and Lincoln High School.  He had worked for American Planting in Zelienople and Veka in Fombell.  Don was a custodian at North Star School, Riverside School District and PNC Bank.  He…

George A. Tengeres, Jr., 62, of Ellwood City, passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at UPMC McCandless. Born in Windber, PA on May 12, 1958, George is the son of Jean Yocca Tengeres of Windber, PA and the late George A. Tengeres.  George married the former Patricia Smith on August 31, 1986.  He worked as both a mechanic and manager of Monro Auto Service in Butler.  George was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan and he enjoyed woodworking. In addition to his wife and his mother, George is survived by his son, Jonathan Tengeres of New Galilee, PA, a sister,…

Carol Ann Richards, 80, of Franklin Township, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 15, 2020.  She drifted peacefully having spent her final two days with her children by her side and surrounded by the loving voices of her grandchildren, who she loved more than anything in this world. Carol was born April 7, 1940 in New Brighton to the late Catherine and Charles Oliver.  She was well known for being a cashier at Murphy’s Mart in Ellwood City.  She also worked at Ames Department Store and as one of the most loving aides to…