Obituaries

Stanley R. Sobona Sr., 76, of New Brighton passed away Friday, May 1, 2020 at his residence following a courageous battle with cancer. Born October 11, 1943 in Beaver Falls, he was the son of the late Joseph T.and Nellie M. (Golmont) Sobona . Stanley retired in 1986 from Babcock and Wilcox following 24 years of service. He then worked at the former Koppel Steel now known as IPSCO Tubular. Stanley attended the Chippewa United Methodist Church. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steeler and Penguin fan. Stanley enjoyed auto racing and camping. Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Noreen…

Daniel M. Maloney, 59, of Wampum died unexpectedly Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at his residence. Born June 17, 1960 in Washington, PA, he was the son of the late John “Jack” Martin and Mary Louise (Ries) Maloney. Dan worked as a Transportation Security Officer for the Department of Homeland Security at the Pittsburgh Airport. He enjoyed camping, landscaping, and woodworking. His most cherished time was spent with family. Survivors include his wife, Jolene Kirkwood Morgan, step-daughter, Mackenzie Morgan, siblings, Patrick M. Maloney and Susan M (Scott) Ward, both of Washington: sister in law, Judy Maloney of South Dakota; nephew, Anthony…

Claudia Marie Ialongo, 66,of Ellwood City, PA passed away on April 30, 2020 at UPMC Jameson, in New Castle, PA. She was the daughter of Glaudino and Marie (Nocera) Ialongo and was born on February 11, 1954, in Ellwood City, PA. She is survived by two brothers; Vic (Janice) Ialongo and Dave (Lydia) Ialongo, and one sister; Patrice (Craig) Luchansky, nieces; Cara (Ben) Huth, Marisa (Steve) Mandel, Sara (Kevin) Huber, Nicole Luchansky, nephews; Matthew (Anna) Luchanksy, Jonathan (Rheena) Luchansky, great-nieces and great-nephews; Vanessa Huth, Giovanna Huth, Aden Huth, Jordyn Mandel, Levi Mandel, Ryann Mandel, Ellie Huber, Hugh Luchansky, Vivian Luchansky,…

Angelo J. “Mo” Iannantuono, 91, of Ellwood City passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2020 at Quality Life Services in New Castle following an extended illness. Born May 26, 1928 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Ciro and Mary (Turko) Iannantuono. He was married to the late Virginia H. Houk who died February 29, 2012. Angelo worked at the B&W in Koppel as a craneman. He was a member of the Bell Memorial Church. He enjoyed playing golf and dining at Christy’s Restaurant. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family. Survivors include a niece, Lucille Iannantuono…

James W. Walker, 39, of Ellwood City passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2020. Jim was born on September 14, 1980 in Ellwood City to the late James Walker and Peggy (Grant) Spare. He had graduated from Lincoln High School and is a member of the Holy Redeemer Parish. For many years he worked as a heavy equipment operator. An outdoors man, Jim enjoyed fishing, hunting, hiking, and spending quality time with his children. He is survived by his mother and step-father, Peggy and Joseph Spare, his wife, Heather (Dunn) Walker whom he married on May 27, 2011, his daughter,…

Cosmo Conforti, 94, peacefully passed away at his home surrounded by family Monday, April 27, 2020. Cosmo was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He was the perfect example of a strong patriarch for his family, a pillar of his community, and man of God. Born July 31, 1925 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Angelo and Maria Josephine Figliomeni Conforti. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Lena Silvestri, siblings Gloria Kalbfleisch, Beatrice Miller, Ralph Conforti, Lucy Harden, Peggy Shea, Edward Conforti, Alba Miller, son-in-law Ron…

Ralph R. Evans, 82, of North Sewickley Twp., Ellwood City passed away Friday, April 24, 2020 at his residence. Born September 23, 1937 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Raymond Ross and Florence Mae (Wemer) Evans. He was married to Frances (Murphy) Evans for 57 years when she passed away May 10, 2019. Ralph was an excellent mechanic and operated a motorcycle repair shop at his home in the 70-80’s. He enjoyed raising cows and goats. Ralph enjoyed going to auctions especially at the Butler Auto Auction and Rogers Equipment Auction. Survivors include two sons, Raymond…

Alice M. Graham, of Franklin Twp. , PA passed away , surrounded by her family , at Her home. She was the daughter of the late Ira and Leona Hardy Peffer and was Born on April 25 , 1931 in New Castle , PA.   She is survived by her daughters ; Ruth McClintick of Ellwood City , PA , Deborah Dikum of Ellwood City , PA , grandchildren ; John Natcher , Jr and his wife Crystal of Ellwood City , PA , Amy Burr and her husband Daniel of Elwood City , PA , Cody McClintick and his…

Jim Thompson, wonderful husband, father, and Pap-Pap died unexpectedly Saturday, 4-25-2020 at his residence. Jim was born October 22, 1945 in New Brighton, PA. He was the only child of Bob and Jane (Wycoff) Thompson, but he grew up with close cousins, Jack, Judy, and Jill who filled his childhood with laughter. Jim met the love of his life, Paige Porter, when they were in Junior High. Paige and Jim married while he was attending Slippery Rock as an education major. Jim would tell you that he took his bride to Europe for a year, compliments of the U.S. Army….

Jean G. Bush, 77 of Ellwood City, passed away April 23, 2020 at her home following a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. Born June 10, 1942 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter to the late Roy and Janice (Graham) Bash. Jean graduated from Lincoln High School. Following graduation she worked at the knitting mill before raising her family. Jean enjoyed keeping in touch with friends and neighbors, sending cards for special occasions and spending time with her granddaughter. Jean was a beautiful light who touched so many lives. She loved life and helping people in anyway possible. Survivors include…