Obituaries

Gladys M. Thornton, 73, of New Castle passed away on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at AHN Allegheny Hospital in Wexford. She was the daughter of the late Archie and Eulalia (Crouch) Gawlik and she was born on September 23, 1951 in Duncan, Oklahoma. Gladys is survived by her husband of 53 years, David E. Thornton, her daughters; Ashley Tedrow and her husband Jason of Darlington, Amanda Thornton of Seven Fields, her grandchildren; Hailey Tedrow and Mason Tedrow, of Darlington, one sister; Joann Stegall of Cranberry Twp She was a 1969 graduate of Allegheny High School. She met and married the…

Amelie Umurerwa, 24, of Pittsburgh and formerly of Kigali City, Rwanda died on August 12, 2025, in Pittsburgh. She was the daughter of Christophe Uwiringiyimana and Sylvie Mujawayezu and was born September 27, 2000, in Kigali, Rwanda in Africa. Amelie moved to Pittsburgh in 2020 to study nursing and she was currently in nursing school. She was also employed as a Nurse’s Assistant in Pittsburgh. Amelie was a loving and caring person who loved her family and friends deeply. She was a dedicated student and looked forward to being a Registered Nurse, upon her graduation. She was predeceased by all…

Denise L. Corwin, 63, of Ellwood City passed away on Wednesday, August 20th, 2025 at the Grove at New Wilmington. Denise was born on September 11th, 1961 in New Castle to Darl John “Jack” Allen of Perry Township and the late Dorothy Jane (Galbreath) Fernandez. She had worked at the Wolverine Restaurant and most recently at the Sons of Italy #608 in Ellwood City as a bartender. Denise loved the outdoors and enjoyed crafts and going to flea markets. She is survived by her father, son, Tom Corwin of Ellwood City,  her brothers and sisters-in-law, Jason and Taina Fernandez of…

Richard B. Fec, 63, of Wayne Township passed away on Monday, August 18th, 2025 at the AHN Wexford Hospital. Richard was born in Ambridge on April 21st, 1962 to Zvonimire “Bella” (Krog) Fec and the late Berislav Fec. He had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1980 and later from Penn State University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Rich had worked as a project manager for various construction company’s and most recently for John Maielli Painting. He is a member of Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer Church where he taught baptism classes and was the Alter…

Mrs. Norma L. Zingaro, 97, passed away on Sunday, August 17th, 2025. Norma was born on February 20th, 1928 in Ellwood City to Pierina (Martucci) and Patsy Rossi. Norma was married to the late Patsy Zingaro, son of Jessie and Joseph Zingaro. She is predeceased by her brothers, Pat Rossi and Bob Rossi, her sister, Mary Ann Agostinelli and her son, John Zingaro. Norma is survived by her children, Bonnie (Dr. David) Seaburn, Dr. Joseph (Judy) Zingaro, Dr. Marian Zingaro, James (Elaine) Zingaro, grandchildren, Rachel (Tony) Pignagrande, Emily (Matthew) Legas, Dr. Patrick (Stacey) Zingaro, Erika (Maki) Bates, Maya and David…

Mrs. Shirley Marie Rozzo, 81, formerly of Ellwood City, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 17th, 2025, while under the care of Lutheran Senior Life, Passavant Retirement Community in Zelienople. Born on January 19th, 1944 in Conway, PA, she was the only daughter of the late Bert and Alice (Happ) Young. On January 23, 1963 she married the love of her life , Robert E. Rozzo. They shared 50 years of marriage until his passing on January 25th, 2013. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Albert, Walter, and Richard Young. Shirley…

Linda Stoner, 81, of Kittanning and formerly of New Castle passed away on August 13, 2025, at the Kittanning Health and Rehab Center. She was the daughter of the late Angelo and Mary Ella (Kenehan) Cimini and was born August 6, 1944, in New Castle. She is survived by her brother, James Cimini and his wife Karin of Hanover Pennsylvania, a niece, Stacy and two nephews, Rick & Ben. She was a 1962 graduate of Union High School and a 1966 graduate of Youngstown University where she earned her bachelor’s degree in education She was preceded in death by her…

Judith Ellen Brooks (née Serene), of Ellwood City, passed away peacefully at her home on the morning of August 15, 2025, surrounded by her extensive and ever-growing family. She was born on January 14, 1939, in Cadogan, PA, to the late James and Alda Serene. Raised in Kittanning, PA, Judy attended the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing. On August 17, 1957, she married the love of her life, Dr. Jack C.W. Brooks. For more than 30 years, Judy was Jack’s “Girl Friday” at their medical practice on 26 Pittsburgh Circle in Ellwood City, where they worked side-by-side as a…

Mikel A. Benson, 64, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at his residence. Born January 12, 1961 in New Castle, he was the son of the late Paul and Olive Hall Freed and grew up in Wampum. Mikel worked at Graceland Cemetery. He loved his motorcycle and enjoyed fishing and cooking on the grill. Survivors include fiance, Kathleen Stuck of New Castle; two daughters, Melissa Johnson and Amanda Benson; son, Mikel A. Benson, Jr. all of New Castle; two grandchildren, and two sisters, Hilda (Lee) Mitchell of New Galilee and Pauline (Larry) Hollencamp of Ellwood City. Per…

Dawn MacKay, 89, passed away peacefully on August 2nd, in her apartment with her lifelong friend Sandy Easton by her side. Dawn is survived by her son David and his wife Rachel LaRitz. She was a cherished grandmother to their two daughters, Rebecca and Tina LaRitz. Dawn married Gene LaRitz in Ellwood and after their divorce moved to South Florida where Dawn worked as a secretary in an investment firm for many years. A proud home owner, Dawn enjoyed hosting visiting family and friends in the winter and was known for the best Grasshopper at her many parties. Always just…