Obituaries

Mrs. Myrtle L. Patton, 84, of North Sewickley Township passed away on Friday, April 17th, 2026 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Patton was born in Munhall, PA on August 30th, 1941 to the late Sumner and Myrtle (Bragg) Moody. She is a member of the Munhall High School class of 1959 and the Concord Church. Over the years Myrtle had worked at many places with her many focus on being a homemaker. Her greatest joy was time spent with her grandchildren and especially her great-grandchildren. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Shari and Ron…

Helen Caroline Boots, 84, of Perry Township passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026, at Butler Memorial Hospital in Butler. She was the daughter of the late William and Gertrude (Burr) Frishkorn and was born January 3, 1942, in Zelienople. She is survived by her husband of 62 years; Norman L. Boots Jr, her children; Norman L. Boots, III and his wife Theresa (Richard) of Perry Twp, A Surviving daughter in-law Julianne (Stoops) Boots of Perry Twp, Timothy J. Boots and his wife Nora (Beachem) of Perry Twp, Teresa L. (Boots) Sinclair and her husband Michael, Sr. of Perry Twp….

Ms. Coleen S. Myers, 69, of Ellwood City passed away on the morning of Monday, April 13th, 2026 with her loving family at her bedside at Northview Estates. Coleen was born in Ellwood City on February 9th, 1957 to the late William R. and Gertrude E. (Hamilton) Myers. She is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1975. She also graduated from Slippery Rock University in 1979 earning a Bachelors Degree in Environmental Science, University of North Texas with a Masters degree in Land Water Resource Management in 1983, Masters Degree in General Counseling in 1992, and in…

William “Bill” Shaffer, 78, of Frisco, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2026, at AHN Wexford Hospital, surrounded by his family. Bill was the beloved husband of 56 years to Charlene, and a devoted father and grandfather who cherished every moment spent with his family. He was a steady presence, a source of strength, and someone whose love and guidance will be deeply missed. Born December 15th, 1947 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Ada (Marziano) Smith and Theran Edward Shaffer. He dedicated many years of his life to working at Koppel Steel before retiring in…

William “Bill” Harley, 84, of Fombell passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at his home. He was the son of the late Clyde and Clara Jane (Mountain) Harley and was born July 6, 1941, in Sewickley. He is survived by the love of his life, Sara “Sally” Harley, his children; Warren Harley and his wife Stacy of Goodyear, AZ, Diane Lechner and her husband Gregg of Ellwood City, his grandchildren; Kim, Erin, and Mason Lechner, Alex Harley, his siblings; Shirley Springer, Betty Shafran, Dennis Harley and his wife Roseann. Bill was a 1959 graduate of Hopewell High School. Following…

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, and husband, William “Bill” Young, who was born on March 17, 1954, in Ellwood City. He was the devoted son of the late John Young and Alberta (Sabatini) Young. On May 22, 1976, he married the love of his life, Elaine Waterfield, with whom he shared a lifetime of memories, partnership, and unwavering love. He dedicated over four decades of hard work to Ellwood City Forge, where he built not only a career but a reputation for dedication and integrity before enjoying his…

Charles “Charlie” Mirante Jr., 79, of Franklin Township, passed away at the Northview Estates on Thursday, April 8th, 2026. Charlie was born on February 22nd, 1947 in New Castle to the late Charles A. and Jennie A. (Caruso) Mirante. He graduated Lincoln High School and served in the United States Army until his honorable discharge in November 15th, 1966. He worked for Babcock and Wilcox Steel Mill, and was the owner and operator of the Shelby Bar for over 30 years. He was a member of Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer Church, and the Sons of Italy #608 in Ellwood…

Carol L Miller, 85, of Titusville Florida passed away on April 8, 2026. She was born in Ellwood City on February 7, 1941, to the late Alvis and Zelda Walker Laurain. Aside from her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband and best friend, Lester J Miller. They were married on March 26, 1960, and he passed a few weeks before their 62nd anniversary in 2022. She was also preceded by her brother, Ronald Laurain and sister, Norma Weller. Her three children and their spouses are left to mourn her passing: Leslie and James Pacer of Granbury, TX;…

Our Precious Amyah M. Johnson born on August 7th, 2023 passed away on Tuesday, April 7th, 2026, she brought life into this world for 2 1/2 years. Before passing away bringing much giggles and joy to her family especially her mamam (momma) Holly Gatto who adored her. She had a special love for her puppies, drawing, learning and watching Peppa Pig She is survived by her loving brother Jae’ven and sister Serenity, and family members, Austin (Christine) Gatto, Hogan (Nicole) Sophia, Knox, Gabriel, and Ryder Gatto, Roni (Arion), Oliver and Peyton, Ashley, Sayje (Phoenix), Darion (Brooke), and Harper Gatto, Qiqi,…

Randall E. Miller, 78, of Butler passed away at the VA Butler Hospice Inpatient Care Center on April 6, 2026. He was the son of the late Raymond E and Connie (Bailey) Miller and was born June 17, 1947, in Pittsburgh. He is survived by his two sons; Ryan Miller and his wife Tammy of Prospect, Daniel Miller and his wife Heather of Butler, his grandchildren; Kalleigh Miller and her fiancé Caleb Abraham of Shenango, and Ryan Nagel of Prospect, his brothers; James R. Miller of Alexandria, VA, Michael Miller of Slippery Rock, Scott Miller and his wife Susie of…