Obituaries

Louise Helen Welsh, 81

  Louise Helen Welsh, 81, of the Haven Convalescent Home, New Castle,  formerly of Ellwood City, passed away peacefully at the Haven on  Sunday morning,  June 3, 2018. She was born in New Brighton PA on May 24 1937 to the late Lewis H. and Ida Knight Welsh. She graduated from Lincoln High School, class of 1957.  She worked for many years as a companion and aide to many elderly people. Louise was a longtime member of the Park Alliance Church in Ellwood City. She was the last of her family, and is survived by one niece and several nephews….


Patricia Jean Maybray,74

Patricia Jean Maybray,74, of Ellwood City died peacefully in her sleep at Good Samaritan Hospice surrounded by her loving family on Monday, May 28, 2018 after a courageous, 4-year battle with cancer. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, niece, cousin and friend.  She was smart, strong and brave and fought hard through any adversity she faced through this thing called life.  Her sense of humor and wit were unmatched and enabled her to persevere.  Her compassion, kind heart, generosity and unconditional love were unwavering and will forever be missed by those she held dear.  She enjoyed spending time with…


Linda G. Moczan, 60

Linda G. Moczan, 60, It is with great sadness that the family of Linda Gene Moczan announces her passing after an extended illness, on Friday, May 25, 2018, at the age of 60 years. Linda was born on July 29, 1957 to Eugene and Mary Stiefel. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1975. Linda will be affectionately remembered by her husband of 41 years, Joe, and her children, Kevin Moczan, and Amy (Gary) DeBlasio. Linda “Mema” will also be lovingly remembered by her three grandchildren, Brooklyn and Mya DeBlasio and Matthew Moczan and her sisters, Karen (Shep) Stiefel Harrison…


Lois M. Jameson, 90

Lois M. Jameson, 90, formerly of New Castle passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 26, 2018 at the home of her daughter in Illinois. Born April 30, 1928 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Doelbor and Nora Hays Reno. Lois led a full and productive life, she graduated from New Castle High School, worked for Bell Telephone, JC Penney’s, and the City Rescue Mission. She married Carl M. Jameson and together they raised two daughters, Karen Jameson of New Castle and Marsha (Murray) Smith of Channahon, IL. They were married for 42 years when Carl passed…


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Cynthia L. “Cindy” Pertile, 68

Cynthia L. “Cindy” Pertile, 68 of Ellwood City is now singing with the angels after passing away on Friday, May 25, 2018.  A 1967 graduate of Lincoln High School, Cindy went on to earn her Bachelor of Science degree in Music Education from Geneva College and her Master’s degree in Music Education from Duquesne University.  For 33 years Cindy blessed the Ellwood City community by sharing her joy of teaching children through music.  As choir director at Lincoln High School, she took many choirs to Florida, New York City, Washington D.C. and Tennessee to perform and hosted several Pennsylvania Music…


Norma J. Kelly, 75

Norma J. Kelly, 75, of North Sewickley Twp. passed away Saturday, May 26, 2018 at the Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford following an illness. Born August 20, 1942 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late LaVerne and Helen Kissick Vinroe . She was married to Vernon T. Kelly who passed away August 3, 2008. Norma graduated from Lincoln High School in 1960. She was an active member of the Concord United Methodist Church where she was a member of the New Beginnings Sunday School Class and a member of the United Methodist Women. She was formerly…


Mr. Harry W. Tindall, 61

Mr. Harry W. Tindall, 61, formerly of Portersville passed away on Monday, May 21, 2018 at his residence in Titusville. Harry was born on December 15, 1956 in Butler to the late Harry and Grace (Cranz) Tindall. He had worked at Kerr Glass in Waxahachie, TX for 15 years, and most recently at Homerwood Hardwood Finishing Flooring in Titusville for 11 years. He is survived by his sister, Shirley (Tindall) Almany of Waxahachie, TX, and his step-son, Michael Spearman of Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Cheryl Diane (Goodwin) Tindall, his brothers, John, Robert, and…


Perry A. DuBois Sr., 29

Perry Alan DuBois Sr., 29, of Clover Ave., Ellwood City died as the result of injuries received from a motor vehicle accident on Route 18 on Tuesday, May 22, 2018. Born August 30, 1988 in New Castle, he was the son of Sherry Klingensmith of New Castle and the late Frank DuBois. He was married to Amy Romano DuBois for almost 10 years as they were married August 16, 2008. She survives. Perry worked for Frito Lay in Cranberry for the past 5 years. He was a member of Holy Redeemer Parish. Perry enjoyed sports, painting, and spending time with…


Mrs. Josephine M. Massine, 98

Mrs. Josephine M. Massine, 98, of Ellwood City passed away on Monday, May 21, 2018 at the Trinity Oaks Care Center. Mrs. Massine was born on September 3, 1919 in Ellwood City to the late Domenico and Bertha Florio (Flowers) Ierace. She had attended Lincoln High School, and is a member of the Holy Redeemer Parish. During World War II, Josephine worked at the U.S. Steel Tube Mill in Ellwood City. She is a member of the Golden Agers. and she enjoyed bingo, bowling and playing cards. Josephine especially enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren. Mrs. Massine is survived…


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Virginia A. “Ginie” Walters, 67

Virginia A. “Ginie” Walters, 67, of Perry Township, passed away on Monday, May 21, 2018 at St. John Specialty Care Center in Mars. Born on October 12, 1950 in Pittsburgh, PA Ginie was the daughter of the late Raymond and Regina Schneider Adams.  She graduated from Perry High School and later married David M. Walters on June 26, 1969.  Ginie and David enjoyed visiting Niagara Falls as often as they could.  She loved to read and watch movies, but Ginie’s family meant the world to her, especially her grandchildren. Genie is survived by her husband, David M. Walters, two sons,…