Obituaries

Elsie L. Macri, 80, of Mallory Rd., Wampum (North Beaver Twp.) passed away Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at Good Samaritan Hospice following a short illness. Born May 19, 1936 in Wampum, she was the daughter of the late Harvey G. and Pearl I. Kelly Yoho. She was married to Vincent A. “Sonny” Macri who passed away in 1986. Elsie was a longtime babysitter, with some families spanning the generations. She enjoyed time spent at the Clinton United Methodist Church. Her most cherished time was spent with her family. Survivors include two sons, Scott (Sharon) Macri of New Beaver Boro, Shawn Macri of…

Eric Alfred Miles, born on July 15, 1948, a lifelong resident of Wampum, passed away on February 19, 2017 at the age of 68. Eric was a member of the Wampum United Methodist Church. He served on the Board of Trustees, including the offices of Secretary and Treasurer. He was a member of the Wampum Historical Society, Sons of the American Legion and the Ellwood City Library Book Club. Eric graduated from Lincoln High School. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Geneva College and attended Westminster College for post-graduate study. Eric taught, primarily History, for 32 years at Lincoln High…

Mr. Richard L. Miles, Jr., 67, of Wampum passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 in the Friendship Ridge Nursing Center. Mr. Miles was born on September 7, 1949 in Erie, Pa to the late Richard L. and Edith L. Steele Miles, Sr.. He had attended Riverside High School.  Richard enlisted with the U.S. Marines on February 2, 1967  and served until his discharge on December 17, 1970 . He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Marksmanship Badge.  Following his service with the Marines, Richard worked at the Babcock & Wilcox Steel Mill in Beaver Falls for…

Dolores McCandless, 64, of Portersville Rd., Ellwood City passed away surrounded by her loving family on Monday, February 20, 2017 at UPMC Montefiore Hospital. Although she had been in ill health, death was unexpected. Born March 4, 1952 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Robert W. and Elsie A. Newton McCandlless Sr. Dolores enjoyed cooking and playing bingo. She also enjoyed playing pool and darts with the Ellwood City Women’s Leagues. Her most cherished time was spent with family and friends. Survivors include her husband, Alan Daufen; two daughters, Yvonne (Jayson) Loccisano of South Carolina, Gwendolyn…

Pamela J. Coburn, 52, of Franklin Twp. passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at UPMC Shadyside Hospital following a courageous battle with cancer. She was a devoted mother and grandmother. Born May 16, 1964 in New Brighton, Pam attended Riverside High School. Survivors include her parents, Richard and Jo Ann McDanel Coburn of New Brighton; two daughters, Tina (Justin) Miller, with whom she resided, Ashley N. (Mike) Hodak of East Palestine, Ohio; son, John A. (Gina) Wimer III of Ellwood City; two sisters, Diana (Jeff) Apotosh of Darlington, Joey (Roger) Rossi of New…

Daniel V. “Boone” Nonnemacher Jr., 30, of Mt. Jackson, PA passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 16, 2017 at his residence. Born August 20, 1986 in New Castle, Daniel was a beloved son, grandson, brother and friend. “Boone” graduated from Mohawk High School in 2004. He worked at the Tic Toc in Mt. Jackson. He was a poet, writer, and an avid Cleveland Sports Fan. Daniel was a genuine, honest, loving, and caring individual who will be missed by many. Survivors include his father, Daniel V. Nonnemacher Sr. with whom he resided, his mother and step father, Tracy Strayer (Curtis)…

David J. Falatko, known to his friends as ” OSO”, 61, of Taylor Township went home to be with his Lord and Savior on the morning of Thursday, February 16, 2017 at Greenville Memorial Hospital after a courageous battle against cancer. Born September 14, 1955 in New Castle, he was the son of John M. Falatko and Joyce K. Pavkovich Falatko. Surviving him is his beloved wife of 30 years, the former Miss Robin Hedlund, whom he married on May 29, 1987. David was a self employed contractor. He was affiliated with the Victory Christian Center. He earned his bachelor’s…