Obituaries

Thomas O. Rice, 88, of the Village at  St. Barnabas, Gibsonia, formerly of Ellwood City, passed away peacefully on Friday morning, May 24 2019. He was born in Ellwood City  on December 10 1930 to the late Oran V. and Ethel K. McKelvey  Rice. Tom graduated from Lincoln High School in 1948, and Geneva College in Beaver Falls in 1973.  He later  attained his  master’s degree from Westminster College in New Wilmington. He worked first at the former A & P Supermarket in Ellwood City, and after obtaining his teaching degree, he taught for 20 years at South Side Beaver…

Glenn Leroy Armstrong, 81, of Chippewa passed away Monday, May 20, 2019 at Good Samaritan Hospice in Heritage Valley Hospital. Born September 21, 1937 in Butler, he was the son of the late Edwin P. and Mary A. (Deal) Armstrong. He was married to Toyoko Nishida Armstrong for 54 years when she passed away November 9, 2011. Glenn retired in 1974, following 20 years of service in the United States Air Force. He enjoyed metal detecting, going to casinos, fishing, and working on his Jeep CJ5. H e also enjoyed playing and listening to country music. His most cherished time…

Timothy W. Burns, 72, of Perry Twp. passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2019, at the Good Samaritan Hospice in Wexford. Mr. Burns was born on June 24, 1946, in New Castle to the late James and Pauline (Sizer) Burns. He had graduated from Laurel High School with the class of 1964 and attended both Slippery Rock College and Penn State University. Tim had worked as a welder, farmer, truck driver, and most recently at YDC in New Castle as a security officer. An outdoorsman, he enjoyed fly fishing, hiking, hunting, bird watching, and reading. He is survived by his…

Rosemary A. Cooper, 87, of North Beaver Township passed away Sunday, May 19, 2019 at her residence. Born April 11, 1932 in Wampum, she was the daughter of the late James T. and Mary E. (Pecore) Murphey. She was married to Willis A. “Bill” Cooper for 62 years when he passed away November 29, 2012. Rosemary graduated from Mt. Jackson High School and the New Castle Beauty Academy. She owned and operated her own Beauty Shop for over 50 years. She was an active member of the Moravia Presbyterian Church, where she served as the Church Treasurer, Elder, and member…

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, 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, 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…

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…