Obituaries

Thomas D. Langhel, 85, of Koppel (formerly of Patterson Heights) passed away Sunday, December 20, 2020 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital following a year long health struggle. Born July 16, 1935 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Trian and Jeannette Moldovan Langhel. He was married to Agnes “Cookie” Aldrich Langhel on November 15, 1958. She survives. Thomas previously worked as a foreman at Arco Chemical. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, and all sports. He was an accomplished singer who provided musical enjoyment for seniors. Thomas loved moments spent with his grand and great grandchildren. Survivors include two daughters,…

Alice Simmons, 81, of Ellwood City, passed away on Friday, December 18, 2020 at Heritage Valley Beaver Medical Center. She was the daughter of the late Ernest and Arlene Kennard and was born on January 10, 1939. She is survived by her daughters; Deborah Simmons (Mansfield Washington), of Ellwood City, Julie Simmons (Joe Grzelka) of Ellwood City, grandchildren; Angela Warner Smith (Joseph Gradwell), of Beaver, Jason Wright, of New Castle, Elizabeth Santillo (Christopher Santillo), of Ellwood City, Joshua Simmons (Olivia Ehko), of New Castle, Elijah Simmons, of Ellwood City, Zoe-enna Simmons (Cory Quel), of Aliquippa. She is also survived by…

Roger Pritts, 80, of North Sewickley Township passed away Sunday, December 20, 2020 at Heritage Valley Beaver. Born November 4, 1940 in Garrett, PA, he was the son of the late Charles and Irma Brown Pritts. He was married to Janet Shirey Pritts. She passed on October 20, 2008. Roger was a veteran of the United States Army, serving from 1961-1965. He retired after 27 years in 2002 from the Zinc Corporation of America, where he was a sand blaster. He was an avid hunter. Roger especially loved attending his granddaughters softball games. Survivors include son, Glenn (Joette) Pritts of…

William Edward (Bill) Shuttleworth, 87, of Wampum died on December 17, 2020 at Heritage Valley Beaver after a brief illness. Bill was born in Philadelphia on July 27,1933, the son of the late, William T Shuttleworth and Ruth Clara Shuttleworth. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a son-in-law, William J. Fleck. Bill married the love of his life, Catherine T. Klemenz, on October 22, 1955 at St. Matthews Catholic Church in Philadelphia. They celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary this year. She survives. Bill is also survived by 7 children; William J (Regina) Shuttleworth of Sarasota, FL, Kathleen…

Cindy Lee Hairhoger, 63, of New Beaver Borough passed away Thursday, December 17, 2020 unexpectedly at the Jameson Hospital. Born February 25, 1957 in Ellwood City, she was the son of the late Robert J. and Phylis Brommer McConahy. She was married to Eugene Hairhoger for 46 years, who survives. Cindy loved camping at Cook’s Forest. Her most cherished moments were spent with her grandchildren. Survivors include her husband Eugene, two sons, Eugene D. (Missy) Hairhoger of New Castle, Robert C. (girlfriend Alexis Kidd) Hairhoger of Mt. Jackson; step-mother, Nancy McConahy; two sisters, Sandy Moyer, Dusty (Bill Hill) McConahy; two…