Obituaries

Richard James Duncan, 42, of Portersville (Perry Twp.) , died suddenly and accidently from injuries sustained in a car crash on US Route 422 Saturday morning, December 10 2016  near Prospect PA. He was born on June 9, 1974 in Grove City PA to Patricia Duncan of Portersville, and the late James C. Duncan. Richard graduated from Lincoln High School in Ellwood City, and was affiliated with Mountville Presbyterian Church. He was employed until recently in the construction trades. Rick enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing pool and darts, and was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan. In addition to his mother, Patricia…

Arlene M. Kennard, 60, of Ellwood City passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 6, 2016 in the Ellwood City Hospital. Arlene was born on September 17, 1956 in Ellwood City to the late Charles and Katheryn Santillo Kennard. She is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1975 and the Holy Redeemer Parish. Arlene had worked at the Ellwood City Hospital as a nurses aid, Kimmel’s Bakery as a clerk, and at Airway Industries from 1980 until 1984. She enjoyed all of her pets, sending people cards and having them enrolled in spiritual bouquets, along with giving people…

Luana Lordi, 68, of Ellwood City passed away on Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at The Grove of New Wilmington. Luana was born on October 8, 1948 in Ellwood City to the late Louis and Elizabeth Clager Lordi, Sr. She is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1966, and the Holy Redeemer Parish. Luana enjoyed listening to all types of music. She is survived by her brother, Louis, (Debbie) Lordi, Jr. of Beaufort, SC, her sister, Dolores (Michael) Kara of Canonsburg, Pa, and her nephews Jay Mariotti and Jeoffrey Lordi. Visitation will be held on Friday from 1:00…

Mrs. Betty L. Masotti, 80, of Hermitage passed away on Tuesday, December 6, 2014 in the Northview Estates. Mrs. Masotti was born on April 6, 1936 in McDonald, Pa to the late Arthur and Esther Wilson Blair. She had worked at the Ellwood City Hospital as a surgical Nurse for many years. Betty later worked as a manager at Sears Optical in Hermitage for several years. She is affiliated with the Notre Dame Catholic Church in Hermitage. Betty enjoyed playing tennis, cooking, and mainly spending time with her family. She is survived by her husband, Larry J. Masotti whom she…

Malinda M. Greene, 45, of Big Beaver Boro passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 4, 2016 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. She was born June 4, 1971 in New Brighton. Malinda was a waitress at many local restaurants. She attended Beaver Falls High School and was affiliated with the First Primitive Methodist Church. Malinda enjoyed crocheting. Survivors include her mother and step father, Diana J. Judy and Daniel M. Libicer; five children, Roxanne Rimer, Reigh and her husband, Dustin Johnson, Anthony Gaguzis, Autumn Parks, Paeton Parks; a sister, Elaine Daley; and five grandchildren, Peyton, Breighden, Karmelaina, Josilyn, and Addison. She was…

Mr. Thomas R. Tillia, 72, of Ellwood City passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2016 in the Ellwood City Hospital. Mr. Tillia was born on April 22, 1944 in Ellwood City to the late Clarence E. and Mary E. Shields Tillia. Tom is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1962 and had attended Slippery Rock University. He enjoyed traveling at home and abroad. Tom Tillia was a devoted and committed member of the Red Barn Players theater troupe for nearly 50 years. His contributions to the group are too numerous to list, but he was a driving…

Mrs. Ann Bucci, 86, of Ellwood City passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2016 in the Ellwood City Hospital. Mrs. Bucci was born on May 7, 1930 in Edinburg, Pa to the late John and Jennie Minutillo Fusco. She had attended Union High School. Ann is a member of the Holy Redeemer Parish and the Holy Redeemer Christin Mothers. She was a wonderful homemaker, a great cook, and enjoyed doing crafts. Mrs. Bucci is survived by her daughters, Carmella (Michael) Delph of Ellwood City, Tonni Ann (William) Mikler of Scottsdale, Az, and Gloria (Randy) Archer of Mesa, AZ, her grandchildren,…