Obituaries

Elizabeth Lucille Gleghorn Huston, 98, passed away Monday, February 10, 2020 at her home in Enon Valley. She was born October 11, 1921 in Mt.Jackson to the late John A. and Esther (Reed) Gleghorn. She was married to Wayne E. Huston who preceded her in death. Lucille, also known as Libby Lou, was a graduate of North Beaver High School in Mt. Jackson and a 1943 graduate of Jameson Hospital School of Nursing in New Castle, working many years as a Registered Nurse. She was an active member of the Edinburg Christian Church and enjoyed writing letters, sewing, gardening, and…

Frederick R. Hartwell, 84, of New Castle passed away unexpectedly Thursday, February 6, 2020 at his residence. Born September 29, 1935 in Greenfield, MA, he was the son of the late Harry D. and Elizabeth C. (Bridges) Hartwell. Fred was formerly employed at Harvey Aluminum and Martin Metals and Alloys. He served in the Marines during the Korean War. Fred enjoyed being with friends and playing pool. He was generous in life and enjoyed taking care of family and friends. Survivors include a son, Danny (Sendy) Hartwell and two grandchildren, Danny Jr. and Krista R. Hartwell, all of Malibu, California….

Florence Marshall Hazen, 93, formerly of Ellwood City passed away Sunday, February 9, 2020 at Jameson Care Center following a lengthy illness. Born September 11, 1926 in Portersville, she was the daughter of the late William and Alta Vivian Rosser. Florence graduated from Portersville High School and Geneva College. She taught at Wayne Twp. Elementary School until the birth of her first child. Florence enjoyed camping and the outdoors. In Florida, she lived at the American Outdoors RV Park where she taught water exercising for 25 years. She loved being at the beach and ski-doo riding. Survivors include three sons,…

Mrs. Camilla Fellner, 89, died at Heritage Valley Beaver, Beaver PA on February 9, 2020, following a two-week illness. Camilla was born in Ellwood City on July 22, 1930, to the late Domenick DeCampli and Adeline (Trivilino) DeCampli. She had graduated from Lincoln High School, and received a Bachelors Degree from Mercyhurst College in Education. After receiving her degree, she taught at BVM elementary school, until the birth of her first child. After raising her children, she later began substitute teaching at Lincoln Junior-Senior High School, in the Ellwood City School District. She was a member of Holy Redeemer Church….

Gale Arthur Tillia, 86, of Shenango Twp., New Castle passed away Thursday, February 6, 2020 at the Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford following a lengthy illness. He was born December 11, 1933 in his home in Shenango Twp. Gale was the son of the late Eugene and Hazel (Reno) Tillia. Gale worked for 20 years at Babcock and Wilcox as a crane operator. He then worked as a dragline operator for various strip mining companies in the area. Gale served as a PA Forest Fire Warden and was a life member of the Shenango Twp. Volunteer Fire Department. He…

Dennis L. Graham, 72, of Shenango Twp, New Castle passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at UPMC Jameson Hospital following a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. Born January 6, 1948 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Loron and Lillian (Reynolds) Graham. Denny was a graduate of Lincoln High School. Following graduation he joined the Army and served during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the Faith Country Chapel Church. A retired Postal Carrier, Denny enjoyed exercising and was always selflessly looking out for others. He also never met a cookie he didn’t like….

Dr. Lawrence Fazioli, a board-certified physician in Family Medicine, who practiced in Lawrence Country for 30 years with his friend and partner, Dr. David Shober, died suddenly at home on Tuesday, February 4, 2020. Dr. Fazioli was widely recognized for his skill and compassion as a physician, and the great number of his former and current patients will consider his passing a great loss. Born on March 9, 1957, in Ellwood City to Felix “Fuzzy” and Joan (Nocera) Fazioli, who preceded him in death, Dr. Fazioli was a proud member of the 1975 graduating class of Lincoln High School. He…

Mr. Silas H. Patton, 81, of Ellwood City (North Sewickley Twp.) passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2020, at his residence. Mr. Patton was born on January 18, 1939 in West Homestead, Pa to the late Herbert F. and Minnie L. (Miracle) Patton. He had enlisted with the U.S. Army on February 5, 1957 and served with the Headquarter Battery 17th Field Artillery Regiment at Fort Sill in Oklahoma until his discharge on October 21, 1957. Silas worked for Calgon now known as Nalco for 28 years. He enjoyed woodworking, hunting, and most of all spending time with his grandchildren…

Patricia A. Geer, 89, of Portersville passed away late afternoon Monday, February 3, 2020 at Allegheny General Hospital following a sudden illness. Born November 15, 1930 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Leila Smith Moser. She was married to Richard A. Geer Sr. for 64 years until his death in 2016. Patricia was raised in the Riverview and Hardyville area. She was a longtime member of the First Church of God. A loving mother and homemaker, she enjoyed gardening, yard sales, scenic drives, and spending time with her family. She also loved dogs. Survivors…