Obituaries

John A. Kennedy, 65, of North Beaver Twp. passed away Friday, May 29, 2026 at his residence following an apparent heart attack. Born April 13, 1961, in Tonawanda, NY, he was the son of the late Alyce Innes Gibson and Wayne and Edna Innes Kennedy. John graduated from Mohawk High School in 1979. He proudly served in the Army until he was honorably discharged. After his military service, he started his career as a truck driver, primarily with JJ Kennedy and McClymonds Trucking, where he worked until his retirement. An avid outdoorsman, he loved spending time in the woods cutting…

Father Seraphim Moslener was born August 23, 1947 to Robert W. and Sarah B. Moslener in the West Penn Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA. He reposed on Monday, May 25th, 2026. Preceding him in death were his parents and first grandchild Micah (born to heaven), March 31, 2006. Surviving are his wife, Khouria Parasceva (Patricia) Moslener; children, Archie Whitehead (Deborah), Sara,PhD, Martha Leyda (Rev.Ian), Major Dr. Matthew Moslener (Kathryn), and Timothy (Dana); grandchildren Isabella, Jackson, Charles, Evelyn, Samuel, Megan, Margaret, Henry, and Charlotte; a God-son, Luis Radanovic, his sister, Ioanna and parents Milan and Nina; a brother, Rev Lawrence Moslener (Patricia), and…

Brian E. Stover, 55, of Erie passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Kadima Nursing and Rehab Center in New Wilmington. He was as the son of Robert Stover and the late Judith Stover and was born August 25, 1970, in Arizona. Brian is survived by his children; Brett Stover and his fiancé Jenna of Irwin, Justin Stover and for wife Angela of Jefferson, NC, Amber Stover and her wife Stephanie of Texas, grandchildren; Lyla Stover, Paisley Stover, his father; Robert Stover of Erie, and his brothers; Eric Stover and Brandon Stover. He was an avid golfer and he…

Anthony C. “Tony” D’Arrigo Jr., 69, of Wampum passed away Monday, May 25, 2026 at Kadima Rehab and Nursing following a lengthy illness. Born September 9, 1956, at Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, NC, he was the son of the late Anthony C. Sr. and Shirley Zimmerman D’Arrigo. He was married to Nancy E. Watkins D’Arrigo for 30 years when she passed on December 29, 2016. Tony was a proud veteran of the Air Force serving for six years. In 1989, he graduated from Pima Community College with a degree in It Computer Tech. He then worked as a network engineer…

Veda Mae Michaels, 96, of Ellwood City passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Townview Rehabilitation Center in Cannonsburg. She was the daughter of the late Ralph and Alice Mae (Dambaugh) Snyder and was born August 28, 1929, in Ellwood City. She is survived by her children; Gary Michaels of Ellwood City, Ronald Michaels and his wife Kim of Ellwood City, Bonnie Funari of Beaver Falls, her grandchildren; Amanda Funari of West Chester, PA, Seth Michaels and his wife Melissa of Ellwood City, great-grandchildren; Makenzie, Connor, and Austin Michaels, her sister; Virginia Snyder of Ellwood City, and two nieces;…

Mrs. Carolyn D. Craven, 85, of Perry Township passed away on Friday, May 22nd, 2026 at the UPMC Passavant Hospital in McCandless Township. Mrs. Craven is the daughter of the late George and Millie (Ungham) Boy born on February 8th, 1941 in Ellwood City. She had attended Lincoln High School and married the love of her life, Robert G. Craven, on August 15th, 1958. A home maker, Carolyn enjoyed gardening, cooking, and taking care of her family. She is survived by her grandchildren, Tarah (Jason) Hardie, Natasha (Lane) Brewster, Robert (Megan) Craven, Steven (Kristen) Hampton, and Bradley (Sam) Hampton, 11…

Rocco Jay Gatto Sr., 70, of Butler (formerly of Ellwood City) passed away Thursday, May 21, 2026 at UPMC Passavant. Although in ill health, death was unexpected. Born September 12, 1955, in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Angelo and Barbara Hall Gatto. He was married to Jennifer Cornelius Gatto when she passed away on May 4, 2013. Rocco graduated from New Castle School of Trades. He worked 38 years for Allegheny Steel Distributors, retiring as a maintenance manager. He was Christian by faith. He cherished time with family, especially his grandchildren. Survivors include three sons, Jeremy…

Mr. Richard A. Higgins, 98, formerly of Ellwood City passed away peacefully on Friday, May 22nd, 2026 at the Edison Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in New Castle. Richard was born on March 9th, 1928 in Ellwood City. His parents where the late Earl and Dorothy (Skewis) Higgins. He had worked at Lark Enterprises in Shenango Township where he refinished furniture and printed T-shirts having retired at the age of 80. Richard was an avid Pittsburgh Pirates and Steeler fan and enjoyed building puzzles, playing bingo, and being with people. He will be remembered by his friends at the nursing…

Mr. Brian D. Conti, 73, of Ellwood City passed away on Friday, May 22nd, 2026 at his residence. Brian was born in Ellwood City on September 24th, 1952 to the late James A. and Mary Frances (Babcock) Conti. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1970 and attended Point Park University and played on their baseball team. While in high school Brian was a multi sport athlete, excelling at baseball and basketball. He secured a tryout with the Pittsburgh Pirates and letters from major league scouts. He was a standout shortstop. His claim to fame was when…