Obituaries

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William H. “Silver Fox” Clemmer Sr., 91

Mr. William H. “Silver Fox” Clemmer Sr., 91 formerly of Wampum, passed away on March 13th, 1922 at the Heritage Valley Medical Center. Mr. Clemmer was born in Enon Valley, PA on June 12th, 1930 to the late Walter and Pearl Elizabeth (Kline) Clemmer. He was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps.. Mr. Clemmer was a truck driver at Lakeshore Motor Freight for 18 years and a general foreman at Procel Incorporated in East Palestine, Ohio. He was a member of the Trinity Full Gospel Church, where he enjoyed spending time and praying. Mr. Clemmer was a…


Joseph H. Rubino, 77

Joseph H. Rubino, 78, of Ellwood City passed on March 12th, 2022 while at home surrounded by his loved ones, Joe departed from his wife’s loving arms into the arms of his Lord and savior Jesus. He was the son of the late Stephen and Rose (Pegley) Rubino and was born April 2, 1944, in Ellwood City. In 1971, he married the love of his life and wife of fifty years; Linda Waligorski of Buffalo, NY. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter Stephanie Stotts and her husband Mark, and his three grandchildren; Joseph Wharrey and…


Marilyn Cortes, 70

Marilyn D. Cortes, 70, of Ellwood City passed away at her home, on March 12, 2022. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Jean (Hoffman) Cortes and was born December 11, 1951, in Ellwood City. She is survived by her sisters; Yvonne Cortes of Orange Park, FL, Susan DiTommaso and her husband Mike of Ellwood City, her nephews; Brian Oliastro and his wife Melanie of Middleburg, FL, Frank Oliastro of Orange Park, FL, Michael DiTommaso of Ellwood City, and two great-niece and nephews; Alicia and Aaron Oliastro of Middleburg, FL. She was a 1970 graduate of Lincoln High…


Kathleen J. “Kathy” Bucci, 75

Kathleen J. “Kathy” Bucci, 75, of Wampum passed away Saturday, March 12, 2022 at UPMC Passavant. Born August 25, 1946 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Harvey and Margeret Berger Smith. She was married to Carmen Bucci. Kathy was a graduate of Lincoln High School in Ellwood City. She was a member of the Holy Redeemer Parish in Ellwood City, and taught CCD in Koppel and Wampum for over 40 years. Her most cherished moments were spent with family, especially her grand and great grandchildren. Survivors include her husband of 50 years, Carmen; two daughters,…


Vicky Durbin Reynolds Jansto, 64

Vicky Durbin Reynolds Jansto, 64, of Wampum passed away Thursday, March 10, 2022 at UPMC Shadyside following a courageous battle with cancer. Born September 17, 1957 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late David and Eileen McCormick Durbin. She was married to Ralph “Butch” Reynolds and then to the late Michael Scott Jansto. Vicky was a graduate of New Castle High School. She enjoyed playing pool, and was on the Breaker’s Pool Team for many years. She loved moments spent with her grandchildren. Survivors include her ex husband Butch Reynolds; two daughters, Lisa (Andrew) Freet of Wampum…


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Olga M. (Dugan) Nardone, 94

Mrs. Olga M. (Dugan) Nardone, 94, of Koppel, passed away peacefully at Northview Estates Assisted Living on Friday, March 11th, 2022. Born October 23rd, 1927, in Beaver Falls, she was a daughter of the late David and Mildred (Perencevic) Dugan. Olga was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt. She was a devout Catholic and loved spending time in the kitchen creating delicious meals for her family and anyone that was hungry; all were welcome at her table. Her generosity was unparalleled and touched so many near and far. After graduating from Beaver Falls High School in 1945,…


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Terri L. Zikeli, 58

Ms. Terri L. Zikeli, 58, of Ellwood City passed away on Wednesday, March 9th, 2022 at the Quality Life Services in New Castle. Terri was born in Cherry Point, North Carolina on February 23rd, 1964 to the late Donald Brown, and Marion (Webber) Brown of Ellwood City. She was the owner and operator of Mop Head’s Cleaning Service. Terri is a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Ellwood City, and was very active with Alcoholics Anonymous. She enjoyed fishing with her sons when they where young and, traveling , camping, and hiking with her friends. She is survived by…


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Lester J. Miller, 83

TITUSVILLE, FL – Lester J Miller, 83, of Titusville, Florida, passed away on March 6, 2022, after a hard-fought battle with many health issues. He was born in Ellwood City on January 26, 1939, to the late Earl and Georgia (Himes) Miller. His mother passed when he was a young boy and he was raised by his father and his loving aunt/stepmother, the late Zella (Himes) Miller. He is survived by his devoted wife and best friend, Carol Lee (Laurain) Miller. They were married on March 26, 1960 and would have celebrated their 62nd anniversary this month. Their three children…


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Loretta G. Paganie, 102

Mrs. Loretta G. Paganie, 102, of Ellwood City passed away on Tuesday, March 8th, 2022 at the North Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center. Mrs. Paganie was born in Ellwood City on April 19th, 1919 to the late Pascal and Mary (Vitrale) Pastin. She had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1937. Loretta was a wonderful homemaker, and is a member of the Holy Redeemer Parish. She enjoyed playing bingo, cooking, and baking. She is survived by her sons, William (Susan) Paganie of Cranberry Twp. and John (Donna) Paganie of Bonita Springs, Florida, eight grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, and…


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William “Bill” Edward Soltes, 68

William “Bill” Edward Soltes, 68, of Bluff City TN, passed away on March 1, 2022 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville Tennessee. In addition to his wife Susan, William was preceded in death by his parents Francis and Ann Mozes Soltes. His survivors include, his daughter Rhegan Mink & husband Tyler of Knoxville, TN and grandson Houston; Son Hunter Soltes & wife Sarah Kelsey of Nashville, TN. Sisters Christina Soltes of Coconut Creek, FL, Dolores Soltes of Beaver Falls, Patricia Soltes of Monroeville, PA and Rita Guy of Rochester, PA. A celebration of life was held on Friday, March…