Obituaries

Mr. Jerry M. Spencer, 95, of Shenango Township passed away on Wednesday, October 1st, 2025 at The Addison of Clen-Moore Place in New Castle. Mr. Spencer was born the son of the late Samuel and Christine (Cangey) Spencer on September 11th, 1930 in Mahoning Town. Jerry had graduated from New Castle High School. He enlisted with the United States Navy on February 21st, 1952 and served on the USS Maloy until his honorable discharge on February 15th, 1956, and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. He had worked briefly for the United States Postal Service, and later for the…

Robert L. Stunkard, 70, of New Galilee passed away Saturday, September 27, 2025, at his residence following a lengthy illness. Born January 6, 1955, in New Castle, he was the son of the late Robert H. and Irene Fay Dexter Stunkard. Robert was the owner and operator of Robert Stunkard Construction and previously worked at the Ellwood City Forge. He was Christian by faith. An avid tennis player, he also enjoyed fishing at French Creek, riding his motorcycle, gardening, and taking care of his property. He is survived by his son, Dan J. Stunkard with whom he resided; three grandsons,…

Scott A. Mohr, 70, of Chewton, PA, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2025. Born on March 30, 1955, Scott was the beloved son of Agnes “Toots” Mohr and the late Ralph “Red” Mohr. He shared 47 wonderful years of marriage with his devoted wife, Debra Mohr. Together they built a loving family, raising their children Scott Mohr II (Katie) and Diana McClure (Joshua), and finding great joy in their four grandsons-Hoyt and Chase Mohr, and Bryce and Caiden McClure. He was also a cherished godfather to Brock Taylor. Scott worked for many years at B & W and Koppel…

Donald Leroy Boots, Sr. of Country Club Drive, Ellwood City transitioned to his eternal life in Heaven on September 27, 2025, surrounded by his family. Son of Theron (“Sam”) and Myrtle Boots, Don was born August 6, 1933. After serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean conflict, he married Dona Louise Wilson, also of Ellwood City, with whom he recently celebrated 69 years of marriage. Don is survived by his Children: Don Boots, Jr. of Ellwood City, Carrie (Gary) Havranek of Beaver Falls, David (Michelle) Boots of Lincoln City, OR, and Christie (Ed) McDonough of Evans City. He is…

Iris G. Revetti, 78, of Wampum passed away Thursday, September 25, 2025, at UPMC Passavant following a brief illness. Born May 9, 1947, in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Wendell J. and Marjorie M. Knight Buchanan. She married Gary L. Revetti on September 18, 1965. Iris graduated from Mohawk in 1965 and worked as a cashier at Sears for 16 years until her retirement. She served her community as Judge of Elections and as an active member of the Wampum Women’s Club, where she co-chaired the Veteran’s Flag Project. A woman of strong Christian Faith, she…

Randolph “Randy” J. Watenpool, 63, of Gibsonia passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at the Brighton Health and Rehab Center in Beaver. He was the son of the late Clyde and Dorothy (Loskoch) Watenpool and was born May 18, 1962, in Pittsburgh. Randy is survived by his daughter; Katie Watenpool of Esplen, PA his grandchildren; Cathyana Capp and Raegan Capp and one brother; Rick Watenpool and his wife Amy of Gibsonia, and two nephews; Cory Watenpool and Richard Watenpool. He was a 1980 graduate of Hampton High School. He also attended Rosedale Tech in Pittsburgh where he received his…

Mrs. Rita V. Bartolomeo, 84, of Northview Estates Ellwood City, formerly Ellport, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025 surrounded by family at the Butler Memorial Hospital. Rita is preceded in death by her husband Daniel E. Bartolomeo Sr. who passed away on March 31st, 2014. Rita was born on June 11th, 1941 to the late James and Yolanda (Ricci) Carrozza. She grew up in Ellwood City and was a graduate of Lincoln High School class of 1959. Rita was a volunteer at the Ellwood City Hospital Auxiliary and the former Holy Redeemer Bazaar. She is a member of…

Lawrence “Larry” Stinson, 57, of Wayne Twp. passed away Monday, September 22, 2025, at Allegheny General Hospital following a long battle with heart disease. Born June 23, 1968, in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Lawrence and Dorothy Wallace Stinson. Larry attended Lincoln High School. He was the proud owner and operator of Stinson Lawn Care for almost 30 years. Skillful with his hands, some of his hobbies were building cabins, repairing and restoring cars, and riding his motorcycle. An outdoorsman, he enjoyed hiking, feeding birds, growing flowers, hunting, and watching the Koi in his pond. He…

Patricia A. Beitsch, 72, of Ellwood City passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at Jameson Care Center following a long courageous battle with cancer. Born February 25, 1953, in Beaver Falls, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Irene Shoaf Gahagan. She was married to Robert C. Beitsch for 46 years when he passed away on May 28, 2017. Patty graduated from Beaver Falls High School. Along with being a devoted homemaker, she worked at Rite-Aid for 27 years. She enjoyed cooking and gardening. More than anything, she cherished time with her family and treasured attending all of…