Obituaries

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…

Mrs. Ann Angeline Tammaro, 95, of Ellwood City, PA, passed away on February 2, 2020, at UPMC Passavant Hospital. Ann was born on August 2, 1924, in Ellwood City, PA, to the late Joseph DeTullio and Emilia Mancinelli DeTullio. Ann was a graduate of Lincoln High School. Ann worked as a Bell Telephone operator during World War II and held numerous other occupations throughout her lifetime including the former knitting mill, Johnny’s Pizza Shop, and the coffee shop at the Ellwood City Hospital, and also at Lincoln High School. Also of note was the memory of her beloved father, Joseph,…

Ernest “Ernie” S. Demeter, 93, of Ellwood City passed away peacefully into eternal rest on February 2, 2020, at Heritage Valley Beaver Medical Center. He was the son of the late Stephen and Anna Marie (Chatlos) Demeter and was born February 5, 1926. He was a graduate of Lincoln High School, in 1944, and married the love of his life Norma on October 2, 1948. Ernie was a US Army Air Corps Veteran, serving in the Pacific Theater, during World War II. Ernie worked for Aetna Standard and retired after 38 years of service. He also drove a school bus…

Frank L. Goff III, 83, of Ellwood City went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, January 31, 2020 at the Good Samaritan Hospice following a brief illness. Born October 30, 1936 in New Castle, he was the son of the late Frank and Mary (Martin) Goff Jr. Frank was a graduate of Slippery Rock University, Westminster, Grove City College, and the University of Pittsburgh. He retired from Seneca Valley School District where he taught 4th Grade for 27 years. He attended several churches in the area. Frank enjoyed reading, watching the Steelers and working in his…

Joseph Varga, 90, of Ellwood City, PA, passed away January 30, 2020, at his home. He was the son of the late Pap and Crepolcy (Vemes) Varga and was born September 7, 1929 in Hungary. He was a steel mill worker, working in Pennsylvania and eventually in California before relocating back to Ellwood City. He was a loving husband and father. He is survived by his son, Joseph Varga, Jr of Ellwood City, PA. He was predeceased by his wife, Janice McCullough Arrangements entrusted to THE TURNER FUNERAL HOME-ELLWOOD CITY

Deborah Shirley, 59, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2020, at the Brighton Rehabilitation and Wellness Center following a battle with MS. Deborah was born on April 6, 1960, in McKeesport, PA to the late Darlene (Hamm) Allison and Robert H. Shirley of Ellwood City. She had attended Lincoln High School. Deborah had worked as a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) at Hillview Manor, and later for Angels Cleaning Service. Deborah is survived by three daughters, twins, Dawn Lamenza of New Castle and Dana (Coleman) Ratliff of Freedom, and Beth (John) Peterson of Morristown, IN, her twelve grandchildren, her siblings, Ronald…