Obituaries

Shirley “Jean” Hogue, 88, of Lynnwood Drive, Fombell passed away Friday, July 4, 2025, at Quality Life Services following a brief illness. Born June 21, 1937, in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Everitt and Mae Gross McCracken. She was married to Ellis R. Hogue. They shared 51 years of marriage until his passing on September 27, 2009. Jean was a dedicated member of the Calvin Presbyterian Church, where she worked as a custodian along with her husband Ellis, and also a member of the Eastern Star #212 where she held multiple offices. Throughout her life, she…

Arthur R. “Butch” Newton, 80, of New Beaver Boro passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday July 1, 2025, at Sunnyview Nursing and Rehab. Born December 6, 1944, in New Brighton, he was the son of the late Wilbur Russell “Jim” and Mary Nulph Newton. He was married to Betty Jean Funkhouser Newton for 44 years until she passed away on May 21, 2011. Butch worked as a millwright at B&W in Beaver Falls and later at Koppel until his retirement. Following his retirement, he founded Newton’s Guns, which he operated for 20 years. He was affiliated with the Wampum Presbyterian Church…

Rosetta A. (West) Herbert-Colao, born in Crider’s Corners (Cranberry Township, PA) on her family’s farm on February 3, 1937, died, Saturday, June 28, 2025, after a lengthy illness. She was born to the late Abraham and Dorothy West. Mrs. Herbert-Colao was married to Nicholas V. Colao of Ellwood City, PA who survives on September 3, 2016. She was married to the late Robert W. Herbert of Ellwood City, PA for 42 years. Rosetta was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Ellwood City, PA. She was a long-serving member of the church choir, a Sunday School teacher, church council, Women’s…

Nancy Boyer LeRoy 64, of Kennerdell, PA. Went to be with the Lord on July 1, 2025, shortly after sunrise, in her beautiful home on the Allegheny River with her family and dog by her side. Nancy was born February 11, 1961, in Ellwood City, PA to the late Glen and Annie Boyer of Wampum, PA. She attended the Kennerdell Church of God. Nancy graduated from Mohawk High School in 1979. Nancy was recognized statewide for being the only student in Mohawks history to be in Honors Chorus for four consecutive years. Nancy worked as a photographer, waitress, and her…

George R. “Butch” Kotuby, 78 on North Sewickley Township passed away on June 26th, 2025 at the Pam Hospital at Heritage Valley in Beaver. George was born on November 19th, 1946 in Ellwood City to the late George and Lola (Scheidemantle) Kotuby. He graduated from Riverside High School with the class of 1964, Throughout his entire life, George was a proud meat cutter. His first job was at his father’s store, “George’s Market” located in Ellwood City’s West End. He then continued on to Shop and Save which later became Foodland and remained there until its closing in 2005. Upon…

Richard C. Kiselka, 73, of Ellwood City passed away Thursday, June 26, 2025 at his residence following a courageous battle with cancer. Born December 16, 1951, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Norma Marie Kiselka-Finke. Richard graduated from Franklin High School, attended the School of Veterinary Medicine, and is a member of the Lillyville Church of God. An Army Veteran, Richard served during the Vietnam War in Korea with Company A 728th Military Police Battalion. He spent over 18 years working in production and maintenance for the Herion Corporation. He is survived by his sister, Linda L….

Following a brief illness David J. Koach, 77, of Portland Oregon, died June 23, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his family. Born in Ellwood City PA, he was the son of the late Glenn and Helenann (Tallon) Koach. Although moving to Portland in 1972, Dave always considered Ellwood City to be his home town. He came back often to visit family, neighbors, and friends by the score. Class reunions were a favorite along with a round or two of golf and stopping for pizza and a chili dog. A special time was equally enjoyed at the family camp on…