Obituaries

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LeRoy John Cortez, 62

LeRoy John Cortez, 62, of Ellwood City, beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2020 in his residence, surrounded by his family. He was born on January 4, 1958 in Ellwood City and attended Ellwood City Area School District. He was employed at Inmetco in industrial reclamation for 42 years, finishing his career as a supervisor. He served on the Ellwood City Area School Board for 17 years and was elected for five terms. LeRoy was a lifelong Ellwood resident and dedicated community member. He was a regular attendee at high school football games and numerous other…


Gustave “Hutch” Tetmire, 70

Gustave “Hutch” Tetmire, 70, of Ellwood City, Wayne Twp, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at Butler Memorial Hospital, although in ill health, death was unexpected. Born April 4, 1950 in Beaver Falls, he was the son of the late Gustave and Erma Michaels Tetmire Sr. He was married on May 30, 1987 to Connie Tetmire for 33 years, she survives. Hutch was a 1968 graduate of Riverside High School. Just after, he joined the U.S. Air Force, serving from 1968 to 1972. Hutch retired from Nalco as a guard. He enjoyed fishing and the outdoors. He loved building clocks…


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Daniel C. Dorman, 63

Daniel C. Dorman, 63, of Youngsville, PA formally of Ellwood City died on June 5, 2020 at the Rouse Warren County Home in Youngsville, PA. He was the son of the late Robert P. and Janice (Dick) Dorman and he was born in Limestone, ME on May 22, 1957. He is survived by his son Tom Dorman and his wife Jennifer of Carrollton, GA, stepson; Brandley Nuttall and his wife Jennifer of Tidioute, PA, stepdaughter; Jessica Nuttall of Tidioute, PA, 3 grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren, brother; Robert Dorman and his wife Debra of Youngsville, PA, sister; Cathy Bonzo and her significant…


Mary Grace Ierino, 90

Mrs. Mary Grace Ierino, 90, of Ellwood City passed away on Monday, June 8, 2020 at the Edison Manor in New Castle. Mrs. Ierino was born on February 7, 1930 in Ellwood City to the late Domenico and Mary (Riccardi) Dominelli. She had attended Lincoln High School and is a member of the Holy Redeemer Parish. Mary had worked at Dustproof in Ellport for 25 years, and Fotia Bros. Drapery for 5 years both as a seamstress. She is a former member of the Wayne Twp. V.F.D. Ladies Auxiliary. Mary enjoyed ceramics, sewing, gardening, and most of all cooking. She…


Joan E. Markey, 83

Joan E. Markey, 83, of Rochester, formerly of Patterson Township passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at the Rochester Manor following a lengthy illness. Born January 25, 1937 in Massillon, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late John M. and Edna (Schmidt) Young. She was married to the late James Ewing Markey who died January 24, 2012. Joan was a member of the First Reformed Presbyterian Church in Patterson Twp. She was also a member of the Christian Women’s Club of Beaver Valley. Survivors include a son, Bruce (Lori) Markey of Hudson Florida; daughter, Nancy (Joseph) Zurynski of Wampum…


James G. Wright, 77

James G. Wright, 77, of North Sewickley Township passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at Allegheny General Hospital. Born June 6, 1942 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Sharp B. and Frances “Birdy” (Knight) Wright. Jim was a co-owner of Wright’s Meat Packing in Fombell where he partnered with his brother since 1955. James was an avid coon hunter and loved to field trail his dogs. Surviving is a brother, William Wright of Fombell. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Barbara Jean Wright in infancy. Visiting hours will be held Saturday…


Carter J. Huzinec, 20

Carter J. Huzinec, 20, of Ellwood City passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at St. Elizabeth Hospital following complications of injuries sustained in an ATV accident. Carter was known for being the fun, playful, silly, kind hearted, helpful, hard working friend to all and was always able to put a smile on everyones face. He was a laborer at Universal Refractories in Wampum. He formerly worked at T & M Hardware. Carter graduated from Lawrence County Vo-Tech in 2018. He was a country boy, and enjoyed lifting heavy weights, camping, hiking, fishing, big trucks, and bonfires. Survivors include his mother…


Justin David Hart, 31

Justin David Hart, 31, of Ellwood City, PA, passed away at his home on Tuesday, June 2nd, 2020. He was the son of Kerry and LuAnne (Graber) Hart and was born March 19, 1989, in Silver Spring, MD. He is survived by his parents, along with his brothers; Jacob Lee Hart of Aliquippa, PA, Jordan Taylor Hart and his wife Malyn of New Castle, PA, and Jarod Allen Hart of Ellwood City, PA. He is also survived by his grandmothers; Cora Graber and Charlotte Hart, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Justin graduated with his MBA from Robert…


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Lorena L. Dombeck, 91

Lorena L. Dombeck, 91 of Ellwood City passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at Avalon Place in New Castle. Born in New Castle on November 19, 1928, Lorena was the daughter of the late Paul F. and Elizabeth Cummings Lehman.  Lorena was member of Holy Redeemer Parish and the Christian Mothers of the Church.  She enjoyed reading and her trips to Disney World.  She was also a longtime fan of TV Soap Operas.  Lorena had worked for Bossert Co. in New Castle and as a clerk for Burdines Department Store in Miami, she later worked as personnel secretary at…


Shirley A. Mathews, 74

Shirley Ann Mathews, 74, of New Castle, PA, departed this life for her heavenly home on Sunday, May 31, 2020 at Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA, after a brief illness. She was the daughter of the late Juan Razo and Phyllis (Saunders) Razo and was born November 29, 1945, in Ellwood City, PA. She leaves to cherish her memory by her daughter; Sonya Mathews Johnson, of New Castle, PA, sons; Andrew Mathews of New Caste, PA and Julius Carper of Ambridge, PA. granddaughter; Tatyana Johnson of Pittsburgh, PA and god son Samuel Razo, Jr. Shirley is also survived by one…