Obituaries

“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths”. Proverbs 3:5,6 Kathryn A. “Kathy” Sloan born in Freeport, PA on July 11, 1940 was the only child of the late Fred L. and Margaret C. Blackburn Sloan. She graduated from Freeport Area School District, Freeport, PA. in 1958 and from Temple University School of Dental Hygiene, Philadelphia, PA. She began her career working for the Ellwood City School District, Ellwood City, Pa. and enjoyed so much being with children. After eighteen years…

Carol Anne Coulter, 70, of North Beaver Township passed away Sunday, September 22, 2024 at her residence. Born July 24, 1954 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late John and Anne Stolitca Midzie. Carol graduated from New Castle Vo-Tech and worked as a financial secretary and notary for North City Motors and Velocity Magnetics. She loved animals, especially horses and cats. Her most cherished time was with her family. She is survived by her best friend and companion, Leroy Emery with whom she resided, mother-in-law, Rosemary Coulter, and many in-laws, cousins, nieces, nephews, and good friends. She…

Ralph D. “Boogie” Bognoski, 80, of Chewton passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at his residence following a short illness. Born October 10, 1943 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Chester and Monica Powell Bognoski. He was married to Linda Rambo Bognoski. Boogie graduated from Lincoln in 1962. Following graduation, he served as a member of the National Guard. He worked as a machine operator for 22 years at B&W before continuing his career at Koppel Steel where he ultimately retired in 2006. Catholic by faith, he was a member of the Chewton Polish White Eagles,…

Michael Steven Martin was born on May 27, 1949 in the small town of Wampum, PA. He passed peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family in the early hours of September 15, 2024. He is predeceased by his parents Wilfred and Melda Martin, and his sister Lana Hudson. His living siblings include sisters Terrie Parish, Judy McDermott, and Janis Lybarger (Ed) and one brother Roger Martin. He is survived by his beloved wife Trina of 29 years, his children Kelly Pinkowski (Jeff) and grandson Ian Kelley, and Tara and Taylor Martin. Michael graduated from Ellwood City HS in 1967…

Ronald Lee Little Jr., 57, of Wampum passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 15, 2024 at his residence. Born June 25, 1967 in New Brighton, he was the son of Ronald Lee Sr. and Patricia Ann Juidice Little. Ronald was the owner and operator of Prestige Masonry Restoration. During his youth, he enjoyed karate. Ron was a veteran of the Navy, an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan, and loved riding motorcycles. Survivors include his parents Ronald and Patricia of Butler; daughter, Brittany (James Hall) Bates of Ambridge; son, Cameron Little of North Sewickley Township; sister, Patricia (Daniel) Hageman of Butler; half-brother,…

Darlene L. Wisbith, 77, of Dennis Lane, Beaver Falls passed away Sunday, September 15, 2024 surrounded by loved ones at her residence following a brief illness. Born October 6, 1946 in Fairmont, WV, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Betty Markley Sapp. She was married to her sweetheart Jerry Wisbith with whom they raised their 3 children in Chewton “on the Beach.” Darlene was a member of the Ellwood City Saxon Club, where she spent years shooting darts and playing pool. She enjoyed helping people, leading her to her former employment driving van for special needs children…

Violet Mae “Gigi” Kelly, 80, of Neshannock Township passed away Saturday, September 14, 2024. Born March 10, 1944 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Leroy W. Blashak and Elsie McClain Blashak Goodland. She was married to James F. Kelly when he passed away on July 21, 1993. Violet worked as a private duty nurse’s aide at the Golden Hill Nursing Home and St. Francis Hospital. She loved to bake, sew, craft, and listen to music. Her most cherished moments were with her family. Survivors include daughter, Roxane (Fiance William Ferguson) Kelly with whom she resided; son,…