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May 30, 2017

Joseph R. Butera Jr., 77

Joseph F. Butera Jr., 77, of HIckory Twp., New Castle, formerly of Wampum, passed away Monday, May 29, 2017 at UPMC – Greenville Hospital following an extended illness. Born August 30, 1939 in West Pittsburg, he was the son of the late Joseph F. Butera Sr. and Margaret Woods Butera of West Pittsburg. He was married for 57 years to Anna Louise Pacielle Butera who survives. Joe retired from B & W Steel Co. after 29 years of service. He then worked at Koppel Steel until 1998. Joe graduated from New Castle High School and served in the US Army…

May 28, 2017

Robert C. Beitsch, 65

Robert C. Beitsch, 65, of Clover Ave., Ellwood City passed away Sunday, May 28, 2017 at the VNA Hospice in Butler following a courageous battle with cancer. Born December 1, 1951 in New Brighton, he was the son of the late Job C. Beitsch and Mildred Virginia Long. He was married for 46 years to Patty A. Gahagan Beitsch who survives. Bob retired from Norfolk Southern Railroad after 42 years of service as a machinist. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, yard work, and riding his motorcycle. His most cherished time was spent with his family especially his grandchildren. In addition to…

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May 26, 2017

Bradley Neil Beachem, 46

Bradley Neil Beachem, 46, of New Castle died unexpectedly May 23, 2017 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born October 20, 1970 in Ellwood City to the late James D. and Susan L. Gallaher-Beachem. He attended Lincoln High School in Ellwood City. He graduated from Butler Beauty Academy in 1992. Brad was a top notch Hairstylist. He had many talents, loved to cook, and dabble in interior decorating, gardening, and bird watching. Everyone loved his witty sense of humor and his kind, generous, caring soul. He truly was a loving son, brother, nephew, cousin, uncle, life partner, and friend. Bradley Neil, you…

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May 26, 2017

Rose G. Nocera, 85

Mrs. Rose G. Nocera, 85, of North Sewickley Twp. passed away on Wednesday, May 24, 2017 in the UPMC Passavant Hospital. Mrs. Nocera was born on August 12, 1931 in Ellwood City to the late Joseph L. and Mary Strobel Petrak. She is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1949, and the Holy Redeemer Parish. A homemaker, Rose enjoyed working on her family’s farm, and watching sports. Rose is survived by her daughters Ann (John) Clendening of Drexelhill, Pa, Christina (Regis) Winniewicz of Ross Twp., and Noelle Nocera of West Chester, Pa, her sons, Anthony (Laurie) Nocera…

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May 25, 2017

William C. Pearsall, Sr., 80

William C. Pearsall, Sr., 80, of Woodside Avenue, Wayne Township, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at the Grove in New Wilmington.  Born on September 29, 1936 in New Castle, Bill was the son of the late Earl and Martha Thomas Pearsall.  At age 15, Bill left school and started his own business, working out of his parents’ garage on Croton Avenue.  Bill married the former Mildred Gallaher on February 24, 1956 and she preceded him in death on October 22, 2004.  “Cadillac Bill”, as he was known, owned and operated Pearsall’s Auto Body and the Auto Village…

May 24, 2017

Janice McKeough Kellner Zikeli, 87

Janice McKeough Kellner Zikeli, 87, of Sunset Blvd, Ellwood City, and most recently at Elmcroft of Chippewa and Providence Care Center, Beaver Falls, passed away in the arms of her family on Tuesday, May 23, 2017. Janice was born on January 2, 1930, in Ellwood City. She was the daughter of the late John McKeough and Clarinda Cole McKeough, and had the honor to be the first baby of the New Year in 1930. Janice is survived by her current husband, Edward P. Zikeli, who she married on May 20, 2000. They had a happy love story and took care…

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May 23, 2017

Joan M. Nenadovich, 87

Joan M. Nenadovich, 87, of Ambridge, PA, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 22, 2017 in the Villa, St. Joseph’s, Baden, Pa. Born March 16, 1930, in Rochester, a daughter to Frank William Colaizzi and Sabina Colaizzi-Caione of Midland. She was preceded in death by her husband Joe Nenadovich, ex-husband Charles E. Doyle, and son Kevin Doyle, brother Ronald Caione, sister Eileen Roman. A devoted, and deeply caring housewife, and mother, she loved cooking and was formerly the owner of Josie’s Corner, Midland, PA. She was a  1947 graduate of Midland High School. She was an active contributing member of…

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May 23, 2017

Dawn M. Price, 80

Dawn M. Price, 80 of Martin Avenue, Ellport passed away at Edison Manor on Tuesday, May 23, 2017. Born in Ellwood City on March 15, 1937 Dawn was the daughter of the late William A. and Clara E. Young Hazen.  Dawn is survived by her husband, Edwin Price whom she married in 1953.  She had worked at the Ellwood Knitting Mill and was a member of First Christian Church in Ellwood City. Besides her husband Edwin, Dawn is survived by a son, William L. Price of Mercer and a step-sister, Susan Zona of Ellwood City. Dawn was preceded in death by…

May 23, 2017

Jordan T. Bobin, 17

Jordan T. Bobin, 17, of New Beaver Boro, Wampum passed away Monday, May 22, 2017 at the UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh. He died from injuries received after being struck by an automobile while bicycling. Born June 14, 1999 in Ellwood City, he was the son of Jon M. and Cindy Wise Bobin. Jordan was a Senior at Mohawk High School where he was a member of the National Honor Society and Spanish Club. He attended Edgewood Baptist Church. Jordan enjoyed camping, kayaking, and bicycling. He was selfless and always enjoyed helping people. In addition to his parents, survivors include…

May 21, 2017

Ruth L. Johnson, 93

Ruth  L.   Johnson,  93, of Ellwood City, passed  away  peacefully on  Saturday, May 20 2017 at  NorthView Estates in Ellwood City. She was born in North Sewickley Township   on June 19 1923 to the late Frank  and   Eva  Boots  Gallaher. Ruth graduated from Lincoln High School in Ellwood City. She worked at the former Ellwood Works of US Steel   Corp. as a typist in the offices. Ruth was a longtime member of the First Christian Church of Ellwood City. She  enjoyed  music and reading. Ruth was preceded in death by her loving husband of  65 years,  Raymond M. Johnson,…