Obituaries

Lee Anne Moyer, 77, of Wayne Twp, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at her residence following a lengthy illness. Born May 19, 1947 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late John and Johanna Crowe Gaiser. Lee Anne was a current member of the Calvin Presbyterian Church in Ellwood City. She worked for a number of years at Johnny’s Pizza Shop. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, she cherished moments spent with her family, especially her granddaughter Selene, who lived with her. She is survived by her beloved husband of…

Linda L. Bognoski, 77, of Chewton passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at UPMC – Jameson Hospital following a brief illness. Born August 31, 1947 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late John and Nancy Huber Rambo. She married Ralph D.”Boogie” Bognoski in 1965. They shared 59 years of marriage until his passing on September 18, 2024. Linda graduated from Ellwood City High School in 1965. After graduation Linda owned and operated an answering service for 17 years. She finished her working career as an office manager at Geneva College. She loved trips to the beach and…

Daniel James Blank, 23, of Scott Twp passed away Monday, February 10, 2025. Born November 2, 2001 in Farrell, he was the son of Jacob R. and Nancy E. Blank. Daniel graduated from Laurel Jr/Sr High School with the class of 2020. He furthered his education at Westminster College where he earned his degree in Biology, and a minor in Business. He was a dedicated member of the Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity. A gifted athlete, Daniel excelled on the football and track and field teams at both the high school and collegiate levels. His mother was known in the stands…

Dann S. Zelic, 85, of Chewton passed away Friday, February 7, 2025 at Butler Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. Born November 21, 1939 in Wheeling, WV, he was the son of the late Mike and Eileen Hickman Zelic. He was married to Mary G. Jacquin Zelic. Dann first worked at Mike’s Bait Shop in Portersville, then B&W, and then he owned and operated Zelic’s Sewage and Drain. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed fishing and in his younger years hunting. A kindhearted man, he enjoyed helping people. Survivors include his wife of 33 years Mary; son, Dan (Lori) Zelic of…

Mrs. Frankie J. Paglia, 73, of Ellwood City passed away on Tuesday, February 11th, 2025 at her residence. Mrs. Paglia was the daughter of the late Howard and Rhoda (Miles) Ford Sr. born on May 24th, 1951 in Las Vegas, NV. She is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1969. She had worked for Peffer’s Cleaning Company, McGuire Memorial Home, and delivered newspapers for the Ellwood City Ledger. Frankie is survived by her daughter, Valerie Keul of East Palestine ,OH, son, Eric Paglia of Ellwood City, grandchildren, Deven Paglia, Timothy Keul, Kyleigh Paglia, Kelly Paglia, and Ambrose…

Joan Snyder, 89, of West Pittsburg passed away Sunday, February 9, 2025 at Haven Convalescent Nursing Home, New Castle, Pennsylvania. Born June 18, 1935 in West Pittsburg, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Julia Mae Valentine Schultz. She married Thomas E. Snyder on June 20, 1959. They were married for 56 years when he passed away on March 5, 2016. Joan was a member of the former Holy Cross Church, now Holy Spirit Parish. She was an employee of the Chamber of Commerce in Phoenix, AZ and upon her return to New Castle, Western Union, where she…

Mrs. Mary Ann Burgess, 83, of Ellwood City passed away on Sunday, February 9th, 2025 at the Avalon Care Center in New Castle. Mrs. Burgess was born in Ellwood City on September 16th, 1941 to the late Edward and Antanette (DeCaria) Cortez. For a little over ten years Mary Ann worked at Heraeus in Ellwood City. She is a member of the Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer Church. Mary Ann enjoyed crafting, doing yardwork, holiday decorating, and playing bingo. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, John and Lisa Marie Vincik of Ellwood City, brothers and sisters-in-law, Jimmy and…

Mrs. Cheryl A. Shirley, 69, of North Sewickley Township passed away at her residence on Thursday, February 6th, 2025 with her loving family at her bedside. Cheryl was born in Rochester, PA on March 16th, 1955 to the late Edward E. and Phillis (Holman) Britton. Over the years Cheryl worked as a waitress at various places in the area, many of those years at the Hazel Manor when it was owned by Reno Augostino. She later worked for 4 years at the Nalco North Plant in the housekeeping department. Known for her great voice, Cheryl sang with many different bands….

Mrs. June K. Locke, 84, of Franklin Township passed away on Friday, February 7th, 2025 at the Heritage Valley Medical Center. Mrs. Locke was born on March 21st, 1940 in Ellwood City to the late Frances and Mary (Murphy) Haswell. Over the years, June worked at the McGuire Memorial Home, Leeds & Northrup, Fotia Brothers, and Alsy Lighting. She loved doing yard work especially flower gardening and going to flea markets. She is survived by her daughter Dana Locke of New Castle, sons, Mark (Pam) Locke of Rochester and Shane Locke of Franklin Township, twelve grandchildren, and sixteen great-grandchildren. June…