Obituaries

Nathan C. Fatula, 28

Nathan C. Fatula, 28, of Ellwood City passed away unexpectedly at his residence Friday, May 17, 2019. Born March 6, 1991 in Anchorage, Alaska, he was the son of Charles M. Fatula of Ellwood City, and Kerry (Ron) Halter of Kodiak, Alaska. Nate was an avid and accomplished guitarist and bass player who enjoyed writing music. He was known for his kindness and generosity. In addition to his parents, survivors include three brothers, Paul F., Collin M., and Stephen M. Fatula all of Ellwood City; aunts, Louise (Wayne) Cobb, and Jeanne Harvey of Alaska; three uncles, James (Eliane) Harvey of…


Mrs. Zita (Cupac) Pesano, 96

Mrs. Zita (Cupac) Pesano, 96, of Ellwood City passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at her residence. Mrs. Pesano was born on October 26, 1922 in Ellwood City to the late John J. and Teressa (Sebecic) Cupac. She is a member of the Holy Redeemer Church, and the Lincoln High School class of 1940. She had worked as a waitress at Mike Isabella’s restaurant in New Castle, and Pee Wee’s Hot Dog Shop in Ellwood City. Zita also worked at Beverly’s Antique Shop in Ellwood City as a clerk. She enjoyed assisting with weddings at the Holy Redeemer Church,…


Robert L. Wymer, 87

Robert L.  Wymer, 87, of North Sewickley, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, May 15, 2019 at the Providence Care Center in Beaver Falls. He was born in Ellwood City on October 2, 1931 to the late Chester Wymer and the late Adella Dietrich. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1950, and served in the US Navy during the Korean War. He was employed at the former Babcock and Wilcox Tubular Products Co. in Beaver Falls as a millwright foreman. Bob was a member of Concord United Methodist Church, and was an avid hunter, golfer, and bowler. He was…


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Dorothy I. Munnell, 87

Dorothy I. Munnell, 87, of Ellwood City, passed away at her residence on Monday, May 13, 2019. Born in Beaver Falls on September 29, 1931, Dorothy was the daughter of the late Paul and Angelina Marosi Galli.  She is survived by her husband, Robert L. Munnell whom she married on October 2, 1954. Dorothy was an active member of Holy Redeemer Parish where she taught CCD and sang in the choir.  She was also a member of the Christian Mothers of the church.  She was a member of Golden Agers where she enjoyed playing cards.  She volunteered with Meals-on-Wheels and…


Christina R. Santillo, 95

Christina R. Santillo, 95, of Ellwood City, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 10, 2019, at the home of her son in Valencia following a courageous 18-month battle with cancer. She was born in Chewton on November 4, 1923, the daughter of the late Joseph and Jennie (D’Andrea) Maietta. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1941. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Michael L. Santillo, who died January 24, 1989. They were married August 1, 1942. A loving and compassionate Wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Christina will be remembered most…


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Roger R. McPheron, 85

Roger R. McPheron, 85, of Little Beaver Twp. passed away Saturday, May 11, 2019 at his residence following an extended illness. Born March 22, 1934 in Johnson Twp., Ohio, he was the son of the late Charles Ross and Ellen (Houk) McPheron. He was married to Alice Sheetz McPheron for 51 years when she passed away October 20, 2009. Roger retired from Y&N Railroad in Youngstown where he was a brakeman and conductor. He proudly served in the Marine Corp during the Korean War. He was an active member and former commander of the VFW Post# 8106 in New Galilee….


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Judith M. “Judi” Stoops, 74

Judith M. “Judi” Stoops, 74 of Wurtemburg passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at Heritage Valley Medical Center. Born in Beaver on March 16, 1945, Judi was the daughter of the late Daniel and Louise Murphy Weisz, Sr.  Judi is survived by her husband, Carl P. Stoops whom she married on December 6, 1963.  She was a co-owner of Ellwood Answering Service and later worked in the Administration Dept. at Geneva College but her favorite job was the 8 years as a granny nanny.  Judi was an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church where she was a past church…


Frances M. Evans, 76

Frances M. Evans, 76, of North Sewickley Twp., Ellwood City passed away Friday, May 10, 2019 at Vibra Hospital in Boardman, Ohio following a brief illness. Born February 25, 1943 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Wetzel and Gladys (Stoups) Murphy. Frances graduated from Lincoln High School and was a Notary Public from 1989 -2017. She had an amazing collection of porcelain dolls. Frances enjoyed flower gardening, especially roses. She loved time spent with family, especially with her grandchildren. Survivors include her husband of 57 years, Ralph R. Evans; two sons, Raymond Evans and George (Terry)…


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Mark E. Nagel, 88

Mark E. Nagel, 88 of Ellwood City passed away on Friday, May 10, 2019 at the Ellwood Medical Center. Born in Richwood, WV on February 8, 1931 Mark was the son of the late Daniel J. and Mary Baker Nagel.  Mark was preceded in death by his wife, the former Kathryn M. Brown who passed away on April 26, 2009.  They were married on October 10, 1964.  Mark had worked as a manager at G.C. Murphy Co. and later retired as an insurance agent with Met Life.  An active member of Holy Redeemer Parish, Mark was an usher, lector, Eucharistic…


Jeraldyne Ann Rambo, 71

Jeraldyne Ann Rambo, 71, of Tionesta passed away Thursday, May 9, 2019 at the home of her daughter in Wampum following a three year illness. Born January 15, 1948 in New Brighton, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Virginia Claire (Wolfe) Haswell. Jerry formerly worked as a Sales Associate at Wal-Mart in Chippewa. She had also previously worked at Life Management in Beaver Falls. She was affiliated with the Chippewa Alliance Church. Jerry loved to play bingo and cards. She also enjoyed taking trips to the casino. Her most cherished time was spent with family. She is…