Obituaries

Mr. William D. Foley, 79, of 111 Fourth St., Ellport, Ellwood City, passed away at 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018, at Butler Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his wife of 55 years, his six children, two granddaughters, nephews and son-in-law. He had also been in the company over the course of his monthlong stay in the hospital’s ICU by lifelong friends. William was born Oct. 25, 1939, in Beaver Falls, the son of William E. and Lois C. (Gorman) Foley. A 1958 graduate of Beaver Falls Area High School, William served honorably in U.S. Navy and married Rita A. Petro…

Donna J. Guy Shaffer, 86, of West Pittsburg passed away Monday, November 5, 2018 at Rhodes Estates following an illness. Born July 21, 1932 in Keeley, she was the daughter of the late Raphael and Essie Hairhoger Mahon. She was preceded in death by her husbands, David E. Guy in 1986 and James H. Shaffer in 2009 and a grandson, Aaron Guy. Donna graduated from Wampum High School in 1949. She was a member of the West Pittsburgh Methodist Church. Survivors include two sons, David J. (Cathy) Guy of South Beaver Twp., Dennis (Elaine) Guy of Warrensburg, Missouri; and siblings,…

Adam J. Zilka, 26, of Conway passed away on Saturday, November 3, 2018 as the result of an automobile accident. Adam was born on December 25, 1991 in Ellwood City to Elizabeth L. (Zilka) Jewel. He had graduated from Riverside High School with the class of 2010. Adam had worked at Matthews Wall Anchor in Beaver Falls for three years, and most recently for Pittsburgh Stage Inc. for two years. He is also a member of the Holy Redeemer Parish. Adam enjoyed racing his dirt bike, hunting, fishing, working on cars, and participating in demolition derby’s. He is survived by…

Elsie M. Moore, 92, of Portersville passed away peacefully at her residence on Friday, November 2, 2018. Born August 24, 1926 in Center Twp., Butler Co., she was the daughter of the late Roy W. and Velda Young Kerry. She was married for 51 years to Frank E. Moore who passed away December 18, 2002. A consummate mother and homemaker, Elsie was an excellent cook and enjoyed preparing meals, baking pies and having dinner parties for her family and friends. Elsie had an unwavering faith in God. She was a member of the First Church of God in Ellwood City. She…

Charles Carl Meeker Sr., 68, of Chewton passed away Thursday, November 1, 2018 at UPMC – Jameson Hospital following a courageous battle with cancer. Born November 21, 1949 in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Calvin and Elenor (Neal) Meeker. He was married to Lori Tillia Meeker for 24 years. She survives. Carl served with the 6th Battalion, 84th Artillery in the Army in Vietnam. He also served with the Philadelphia Army Reserves. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Chewton. Carl enjoyed historical medieval reenacting and riding his motorcycle. In addition to his wife,…

Keith E. Price, 94, formerly a Castlewood resident for 69 years, passed away Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at the Avalon Nursing Center. He was born January 13, 1924 in Ellwood City. He was married to Margaret L. Newton Price for 69 years when she passed away September 13, 2017. Keith retired from Youngstown Sheet and Tube Company following 37 years of service. He was a member and Deacon at the Center United Presbyterian Church. A Veteran of the Navy, Keith served during WWII. He coached the Castlewood Baseball Team in the North County League for 47 years. For his dedication…

Lynn L. “Pidge” Grinnen, 76, of Wampum passed away Tuesday, October 30, 2018 following an illness. Born November 18, 1941 in Wampum, he was the son of the late John and Elsie Cunningham Grinnen. Pidge graduated from Wampum High School where he played on the 1960 State Champion Basketball Team. He retired from Medusa Cement Company where he was an equipment mechanic for 31 years. He was a former member of the Chewton Polish Club where he played on the pool team. An expert carpenter, Pidge built his own log home. He enjoyed hunting with his brothers. His most cherished…

Mr. Robert Dale McCullough, 64, of New Brighton went to join his hunting partner in Heaven, his brother Dave, on Thursday, October 25, 2018. Robert was born on July 3, 1954 in Ellwood City to the late Robert D. and Elva C. (Wimer) McCullough. He had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1972 and was a letterman with the Lincoln High School Marching Blue Band where he played the baritone. Following high school, Bob served as a Boy Scouts of America Junior Scout Master with the Moraine Trails Council. Bob worked at the Michael Baker Engineering Co….

H. Gregory Strickland, Jr., 73 , of  Beaver Falls, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, October 24 2018 at his home. He was born in  Washington D.C.  on November 3,  1944, to the late Harold G. Strickland Sr., and the late Josephine Shaw Strickland  Freed. He was a veteran of the US Marine Corps in the 1960’s. He was a police officer   for the  City of Erie  Police Dept.   He spent 36 years on the force, beginning as a patrolman, and retiring as Deputy Chief.  He served in many positions, including K-9 Officer, Detective, Chief Inspector, and Chief of Internal…