Obituaries

Marlene J. Ciampaglione, 80

Mrs. Marlene J. Ciampaglione, 80, of Beaver Falls passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 25th, 2026 at the AHN Beaver Hospital. Marlene was born in Ellwood City on January 13th, 1946 to the late Domenico J. and Mary R. (Ritorto) Ricciuti. She had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1963 and attended Clarion State College. Before getting married she briefly worked at Bankers Life Insurance Company. Marlene married the love of her life on October 12th, 1968. She is a member of Saint Monica’s Roman Catholic Parish in Chippewa Township. She loved cooking and taking care of…


Robert “Bob” Mazzant, 71

Robert “Bob” Mazzant, 71, of North Sewickley Township passed away at AHN Wexford on August 24, 2026 after a courageous two year battle with cancer. Born August 12, 1955 in Ellwood City, Bob was the son of the late Anthony & Nellie Mazzant. Bob was a graduate of Riverside High School and the Community College of Beaver County. He was a retired Policeman for the City of Beaver Falls and ran his successful business, Mazzant Painting, for over 50 years. He was an avid antique collector and loved spending time at his house on Lake Erie with his family and…


Georgia Carol Fife, 78

Georgia Carol Fife, beloved mother, cherished friend, and beacon of love, passed away on this August 25th, 2026. She left this world leaving behind a legacy of kindness and compassion. Mrs. Georgia C. Fife, 78, born on November 5th, 1947 to the late Milo W,. and Gloria (Cover) Derrow. Georgia married Ron Fife on November 12, 1965 in East Liverpool, Ohio. She leaves behind her daughters, Karen (Andy) Jeannette, Bethann Nye (Fiancé, Bob) and son, Jeff Fife (Deanna). She loved her grandchildren, Donovan (Taylor) Nye, Natalie (Brandon) Aller, Kaitlyn (Blaise) Haynes, Adam Jeannette, Chloe and Jonathan Shirley. She had two…


Ronald E. Wallace, 82

Ronald E. Wallace, 82, of Wampum passed away Thursday, August 20, 2026 at Quality Life Services New Castle following a short illness. Born January 11, 1944 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Clarence E. “Ed” and Mildred McQuiston Wallace. Ronnie graduated from Ellwood City High School and then proudly served in the Navy. He was a machinist by trade and first worked for Mesta Machine in New Castle. Following his time at Mesta Machine, Ronnie worked for McClean Trucking in West Middlesex until his retirement. He was Christian by faith. Survivors include two sons, Ronald Jr….


Dorothy M. Maley, 95

Updated memorial service announced – Summary of a beautiful life Dorothy Marie (Paul) Maley was born October 2, 1930, in Elwood City, PA to loving parents George and Katarina Paul. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1948, then attended secretarial school in Pittsburgh. On August 11, 1951, Dorothy married John Edward Maley. The couple moved to Rockville, MD. Dorothy was a devoted wife and mother of three sons. She served in several capacities at Rockville and Gaithersburg Presbyterian Churches and worked as a secretary for Montgomery County Public Schools. In retirement, the Maleys moved to Martinsburg, WV, where they…


Rose A. Kelly, 76

Rose Arlene Kelly passed on August 9, 2026, at the age of 76. Born on August 9, 1950, she spent much of her life in western Pennsylvania before moving to New River, Arizona. She married Phillip Edward Kelly Sr. in 1970, and they enjoyed 42 beautiful years together. Above all, Rose enjoyed spending time with her family and dogs. Taking care of her home, shopping, watching the Hallmark channel, and playing cards were other activities she greatly enjoyed. Later in life, she was known for spoiling her grandchildren and her dogs. Her love was felt by all who knew her,…


Gary L. Keck, 75

Gary L. Keck, 75, of Ellwood City passed away on August 20, 2026, at AHN Wexford Hospital. He was the son of the late Howard and Barbara (Beglin) Keck and was born December 10, 1950, in New Brighton. He is survived by his daughters; Brandi Darr of Beaver Falls, Casey Keck and her husband Ree Boyd of Galivants Ferry, SC, his grandchildren; Nash, Blanche, Lila, and Christopher Darr, Lily Boyd, Jonathon Thayer, Grayson Boyd, one sister; Elizabeth Wallace and her husband Dwight of Industry as well as his niece; Brooke Wallace and one Nephew; Jeffrey Wallace. He was a 1968…


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Thomas Bunney, Sr., 87

Thomas Bunney, Sr., 87, of Ellwood City, passed away on Monday, August 17, 2026 at the Beaver Valley Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. Born in Ellwood City on August 20, 1938, Tom was the son of the late George and Margaret Nye Bunney.  He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Josephine Pasquale, after sixty-six years of marriage.  Tom worked at Matthews Conveyor and also B&W. A Veteran of the US Navy, Tom enjoyed watching old westerns, cutting his grass and his daily morning coffee at McDonalds. Tom is survived by children; Thomas & Claudine Bunney, Jr. of Fombell,…


Rosemary Rozzi, 89

Rosemary Rozzi, 89, of Ellwood City passed away on Saturday, July 11th, 2026 in Fort Worth, Texas. Rosemary was born in Ellwood City on December 7th, 1937 to the late Louis and Francis (Mingoine) Rozzi. She graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1955. She had worked at the Ellwood City Knitting Mill and later at Romar Textile. Rosemary is a life long member of Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer Church, and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates Fan. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Louis “Tubby” Rozzi Jr., niece, Deborah Shirley, and…


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Timothy J. Bauder, 68

Timothy J. Bauder, 68, of Shenango Township passed away at his residence on Thursday, August 13, 2026. Born in Ellwood City on June 6,1958, Timothy was the son of the late Harry and Ila Chappelle Bauder. He was a graduate of the Pittsburgh Art Institute. Timothy enjoyed music and motorcycles. Timothy is survived by his son and daughter, Coltin Bauder of Pinehurst, NC and Jessica Bauder of New Castle. Besides his parents, Timothy was preceded in death by his brother, Harry W. Bauder. Private interment was in Slippery Rock Church Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Joseph A. Tomon,…