Obituaries

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Dolores “Dolly” Sansalone, 84

Mrs. Dolores “Dolly ” Reda Sansalone, 84, formerly of Ellwood City and Villa Maria, PA passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2017 at the Heritage in Findlay, Ohio. Mrs. Sansdalone was born on June 15, 1933 in Ellwood City to the late Louis and Elizabeth Frisk Reda. She had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1951. Dolly had worked at the National Plumbing and Fixtures Company in Ellwood City, the Brickyard in Eastvalle, and the Babcock & Wilcox Steel Mill in Beaver Falls as a clerk. For many years she taught CCD for St. James Catholic Church…


Olga M. Lemanski, 90

Olga M. Lemanski, 90, of Ellwood City, passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, November 4, 2017 at The Grove in Harmony. She was born in Ellwood City, on March 30, 1927 to the late George and Regina Koenig Miller, and was raised by the late Wilhelm and Anna Schuller. She was a graduate of Lincoln High School in Ellwood City. She shared 57 years of marriage with the late Sylvester “Sud” Lemanski, who passed away on October 29, 2004. Olga was a member of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Ellwood City Saxon Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed attending bingo…


Lillian M. Aromatorio, 86

Lillian M. Aromatorio, 86, of Allen Court, Wampum passed away peacefully on Friday, November 3, 2017 at UPMC Jameson Hospital following a brief illness. Born May 16, 1931 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the John and Rose George Saad. She married Angelo Aromatorio of Wampum on April 24, 1954 and was blessed with over 63 years of marriage. Lillian graduated from New Castle HIgh School in 1950. She was a member of the former St. Monica’s Church in Wampum and a current member of Holy Redeemer Church in Ellwood City.She worked for many years as a bookkeeper…


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Guy P. “Nootch” DeFonde, 95

Mr. Guy P. “Nootch” DeFonde, 95, of North Sewickley Twp. passed away on Monday, October 30, 2017 at the Butler Veterans Administration Hospital. Mr. DeFonde was born on May 30, 1922 in Ellwood City to the late Angelo and Mary Innocent DeFonde, Sr.. He had enlisted with the U.S. Army on October 31, 1942 and served with the 1st Base Air Depot 39th supply section with the rank of corporal  until his discharge on February 5, 1946.  He was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, American Campaign Medal, European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal, and the World War II Victory Medal.  Following…


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Rose Sberna, 88

Mrs. Rose Sberna, 88, of Ellwood City passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at her daughters residence. Mrs. Sberna was born on April 17, 1929 in Ellwood City to the late Joseph and Lucy Frisk Segretti. She had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1947 and from the Garfield Business School in Beaver Falls. Rose had worked at the Eastvalle Clay Products for 4 years as a bookkeeper. She later worked for the Ellwood City Area School District in the Business and Superintendents Office as a secretary for 23 years. She retired in 1996. Rose is…


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Betty Anne Rassman, 83

Betty Anne Rassman, 83, of Perry Township, passed away at her residence on Thursday, November 2, 2017. Born in Pittsburgh on October 11, 1934 Betty was the daughter of the late George F. and Emma A. Hein Asche.  After graduating from West View High School, Betty worked at the Federal Reserve Bank and later as an assembler for Adams Manufacturing.  Betty was a member of Unity Baptist Church of Harlansburg and the Beta Gradeles of Zelienople.  An avid bowler, Betty also enjoyed being a farmer and had a love for horses her entire life.  In her later years, Betty enjoyed…


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Michael Douglas Partridge, 42

Michael Douglas Partridge, 42, of East Pittsburgh, formerly of Ellwood City, passed away in his residence on Monday, October 30, 2017. Born in Ellwood City, Michael was the son of Brad and Barbara Stone Partridge.  A 1993 graduate of Lawrence County Vo-Tech, Michael was a member of the Boy Scouts in his youth.  He loved to draw, and he was a musician who could play just about any instrument he picked up.  He liked tie-dye and Michael was able to teach sign language to others. Michael is survived by his parents, Brad and Barbara Partridge of Edinburg, his daughter, Zoe…


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Verna Zukowski, 96

Verna Zukowski, 96, of Ellwood City, passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at Jameson Care Center in Neshannock Township. Born in Chewton on April 14, 1921, Verna was the daughter of the late Michael and Karoline Krrystinski Stabryla.  Her husband, Raymond J. Zukowski preceded her in death on May 16, 1995.  Verna worked at American Bridge during WWII.  She was a member of Holy Redeemer Parish and its Christian Mothers.  Verna enjoyed spending time with her family. Verna is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Karoline Zukowski and Burton Holt, of Ellwood City and four nieces Carol, Jan, Joy…


Robert J. Guy, 80

Robert J. Guy, 80, of Hardy Lane, Ellwood City (Franklin Twp.) passed away Saturday, October 28, 2017 at the VNA Hospice in Butler following a courageous seven month battle with cancer. Born June 11, 1937 in Jeannette, PA, he was the son of the late Thomas and Elsie Daugherty Guy. He was married for 54 years to Darlene Hoover Guy who survives. Robert retired from Honeywill in 2000 where he worked in the maintenance department. An outdoorsman, Robert enjoyed hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed golfing. In addition to his wife, Darlene, survivors include a son, Dr. Robert J. (Michelle)…


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George A. Kirkham, 88

George A. Kirkham, 88, of Ellwood City passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2017 at Butler Memorial Hospital. Born in Ellwood City on March 15, 1929, George was the son of the late Joseph and Hazel Main Kirkham.  He married the former Phyllis Fosnaught on June 30, 1951.  George retired from US Steel as a machinist.  He had also worked at American Bridge, the Aetna Standard and for the Borough of Ellwood City.  A US Army Veteran, George served in Germany and Switzerland.  He was Presbyterian by faith.  George had a passion for fishing. George is survived by his wife,…