Obituaries

Theodore Ciccozzi, 94

Mr. Theodore Ciccozzi, 94, of Ellwood City passed away on Wednesday, February 5th, 2025 at the Heritage Valley Medical Center. Mr. Ciccozzi was born on August 12th,1930 in Monaca, PA to the late Pasquale and Maria (Luciani) Ciccozzi. He had graduated from Monaca High School with the class of 1950. Following high school, Ted worked briefly for Koppers in Shippingport and then enlisted with the United States Navy on June 1st, 1951. He served with the Navy during the Korean War on the USS Coral Sea until his honorable discharge on May 20th, 1955, and was awarded the Good Conduct…


Cynthia Lee Patrick, 74

Cynthia Lee Patrick, 74, of Harmony passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at Butler Memorial Hospital. Born December 28, 1950 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Bernice J. Shuster Platt. She was married to Jim Patrick when he passed away on August 1, 2007. Cynthia graduated from Riverside in 1968. For several years she was employed as a bus driver for Ellwood City Public Schools. She was a long-time member of the Breakers Pool Team and enjoyed crocheting. She cherished moments with her family, especially her grand and great-grandchildren, who were the…


Donald P. Frum, 51

Donald P. Frum, 51, of Beaver Falls (formerly of Wampum) was received into the loving arms of his Savior on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at UPMC Passavant following a lengthy illness. Born December 30, 1973 in New Brighton, he was the son of the late Donald P. Frum Sr. and Sandra Shaner Kirkwood of Wampum. Donald graduated from West Mayfield Christian School and had worked as a self-employed contractor. He was an active member of the Mayfield Bible Baptist Church of Beaver Falls. Some of his hobbies were playing cards, fishing, and singing. Skilled with his hands, Don found joy…


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Richard Lee Ammon, 66

Richard Lee Ammon, 66, of Ellwood City, passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025 at UPMC Presbyterian. Richard was born on December 13, 1958 in Industry, PA to the late Charles and Goldie Leport Ammon.  He was an avid hunter and fisherman in his early days.  Richard worked at Hall China in East Liverpool and later at ALSY in Ellwood City. Richard is survived by two brothers, Joe and Kenny Ammon, a sister, Eva Frazinni, numerous cousins, nephews, nieces, his furever friend, Tiddy Tat and his companion, Helen Mihalko with whom he resided for many years. In addition to his…


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Ila L. Bauder Matsook, 90

Ila L. Bauder Matsook, 90, of Ellwood City passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at Quality Life New Castle. Born in Ellwood City on May 2, 1934, Ila was the daughter of the late Joseph and Anne Shuster Chappelle. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Harry M. Bauder and her second husband, Eugene Matsook. She had worked at the Market Place on Main in Ellwood City. She was a member of Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer Church. Ila is survived by her son, Timothy J. Bauder of Castlewood, 3 grandchildren, Coltin Bauder, Zeb Bartley and Jessica…


Robert Hartman, 83

Robert Hartman, 83, of Wampum passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at his residence. Born May 29, 1941 in Freedom, he was the son of the late Lester and Althea Hartman. For many years Bob owned and operated Hartman Silkscreen in Wampum. Survivors include his son, Robert Hartman, II of Michigan and his daughter, Amy Hartman of Washington. Per his wishes, no services will be held. He will be interred in Clinton Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Marshall Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to marshallsfh.com


Amy Lynn Cisco, 51

Ms. Amy Lynn Cisco, 51, of Wampum passed away on Sunday, February 2nd, 2025 at the Butler Memorial Hospital. Amy was born in New Castle on January 5th, 1974 to Sarah (Kloos) Dudash of Harmony and the late Alan Dudash. She is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1992. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her mother, her life partner of 24 years Ron Davis of Wampum, daughter, Brooke Cisco of New Castle, sons, Joseph Cisco of Harmony and Cameron Davis of New Castle, grandchildren, Lavada Corbin, Ryker…


Kathleen M. Leasure, 71

Kathleen M. Leasure, 71, of Wayne Township passed away on Saturday, February 1st, 2025 at the UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh. Kathleen was born in Ellwood City on October 20th, 1953 the daughter of the late Jacob Figurel. For many years she worked at Ohio Carpenters Benefits in the claims department. Kathy was also a participant in the UPMC Jameson Hospital, Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program in New Castle. She is survived by her daughters, Lisa Timblin of Point Marion, PA and Erin (Doug) Palmer of Wayne Township, grandchildren, Christopher (Nikita) Johnson, Andrew Palmer, Lucy Palmer, and Holly Palmer, her sister, Elaina…


Bradley Gibbons, 47

Bradley Gibbons, 47, of North Sewickley Twp, passed away on February 1, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was the son of Charles and Belinda (Wymer) Gibbons and was born April 30, 1977, in Ellwood City. He is survived by his wife, of 23 years, Lisa Gibbons of Ellwood City, his children; Eric Gibbons and Alyssa Gibbons of Ellwood City, his brothers; Chuck Gibbons and his wife Jen of Chippewa, Christopher Gibbons of Ellwood City, his grandmother; Marjorie Wymer of Ellwood City, his mother and father-in-law; Patricia and Bruce Scheidemantle along with numerous nieces and nephews. He was a 1995…


Jack R. Turner, 69

Jack R. Turner, 69, of Ellwood City and formerly of New Castle passed away at UPMC Passavant McCandless Hospital in Pittsburgh, on February 1, 2025. He was the son of the late Kenneth C. and E. Regina (Wimer) Turner and was born August 17, 1955, in Ellwood City. He is survived by his wife, of 46 years, Gretchen (Lemke) Turner, two sons; Brett Turner of Clarion, Ian Turner and his wife Andrea of New Haven, CT, one daughter; Keelan Turner-Jones and her husband Mark of Houston, PA, one grandson; Callum Turner, one brother; Kenneth C. Turner and his wife Pam…