Obituaries

Fred Harding, 70, of Ellwood City passed peacefully in his home on Sunday, March 24, 2024. He was born in Ellwood City, Pennsylvania on February 11,1954 to Fred and Harriet (Frazier) Harding. Fred worked as a Laborer at First Energy until he happily retired with his late significant other Michele Harding who passed away on December 1st, 2023. He loved football, the outdoors, hunting, and fishing. Most of all, he loved his family, especially his grandchildren. He always had a story to tell or a joke to crack. lt never failed that he also had a saying or phrase for…

Marilyn A. Connors, 83, of Ellwood City passed away Friday, March 22, 2024 at Providence Care Center. Born April 5, 1940 in Boston, MA, she was the daughter of the late Joseph W. and Mary T. McElhivly Johnson. A devoted homemaker, Marilyn was a member of the Holy Redeemer Church in Ellwood City, and cherished time spent with her family. Survivors include daughter, Ann Layciak of Darlington; granddaughter, Mandy Layciak; grandson, Christopher Layciak; two great-granddaughters, Belinda and Anastasia Bailes. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Crescent Place Community Room in Ellwood City on her birthday Friday April…

Diana (Nocera) Massaro, 93, of Ellwood City went to be with her Lord on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Avalon Place in New Castle. She was the daughter of the late Pasquale and Maddelena (Colella) Nocera and was born January 30, 1931, in Ellwood City. She is survived by her son; Joseph Massaro, III and his wife Julie E. of Ellwood City, her daughter; Sharon L. Kelly and her husband Timothy of Wilmington Twp, five grandchildren; Jenna E. Massaro of Pittsburgh, Kristin Forsberg and Dan of Hermitage, Alissa Kelly and Ian of Hermitage, Jeremy Kelly and Emily of New Wilmington…

Dorothy H. Walters, 102, of Grove City passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2024, in Denver, NC. at the home of her daughter. Dorothy was the daughter of the late Thomas and Gertrude (Palm) Reno and was born November 6, 1921, in Ellwood City. She is survived by her two children: Paula Hartman of Denver, NC and Robert “Bob” Walters and his wife Molly of Mableton, GA; grandchildren, Luke Walters (Jennifer) and Kathryn Lowell (Mike); great-grandchildren: Ashlynne and Isabelle “Izzy” Walters and Haley and Olivia Lowell. Dorothy was born and raised in Ellwood City and a graduate of Lincoln High School….

On March 19, 1945 Minnie’s husband Sam was a survivor of the attack on the USS Franklin during World War II that killed over 700 men. On that day Sam always took off work as it was his “Lucky Day”. His lucky day still exists as his beloved wife Minnie went to join him for eternity as she passed away on his Lucky Day at Northview Estates. Mrs. Ferrante was born in Midway, PA on October 27th, 1928 to the late Domenic Gobcio and Mary (DeMarco) Chiolo. She had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1947. Minnie…

H. John Breuer, Jr., 81, of Ellwood City passed away on Monday, March 18, 2024, at WellBrooke of Avon in Indianapolis, IN. He was the son of the late Harold J. and Edna M. (Bloomer) Breuer and was born April 20, 1942, in North Sewickley Twp. He is survived by his daughter; Jane Holt and her husband John of Fairview Heights, IL, his sons; Keith E. Breuer and his wife Rhonda of New Galilee, Eric J. Breuer of New Castle, and his grandchildren; Sofia, Isabella, Grace, Benjamin, Aaron and Mila Breuer, along with a host of nieces and nephews and…

Mrs. Sharlene L. Veres, 83, formerly of Franklin Township, passed away on Monday, March 18th, 2024 at the Celebration Villa in Chippewa Township. Sharlene was born on September 18th, 1940 in Ellwood City to the late Edward M. and Louise E. (Venezie) Mitchell. She graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1958. She worked for United States Steel, Commercial Machine Works, and lastly at Emess Design Group/Alsy Lighting until her retirement in 2005. Sharlene was a member of Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer Church and the Town & Country Garden Club. She is survived by her son, Michael…

Mr. Edward L. Annarumo, 68, of Norwalk, Ohio passed away on Sunday, March 17th, 2024 at the Cleveland Metro Health Medical Center. Edward was born in Ellwood City on December 20th, 1955 to the late Anthony Annarumo and Eleanor (Greco) Lively. He had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1974. Following high School, Ed enlisted with the United States Marine Corp. on July 15th, 1974 and honorably served until his discharge on November 16th, 1976 with the rank of Corporal. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and Rifle Expert Badge. After serving…

Edna Ellen Blake, 81, Darlington Township, formerly of Big Beaver, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 16, 2024. Born November 14, 1942 in Burns, OR, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Olive Parsons Pierce. Edna worked in housekeeping and laundry for 33 years at the Holiday Inn. Edna was a talented and accomplished seamstress. She loved going on road trips, watching the Top Gun Movies and also enjoyed watching WWII movies. Survivors include her husband William L. Blake of Big Beaver; two daughters, Chris (Mike) McManus of Darlington with whom she resided, Wendy Fisher of Koppel; son,…