Obituaries

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, Christian, athlete, educator, coach, mentor, and friend, Donald J. “Ducky” Costa, of Frankin Township,  passed peacefully to his eternal reward on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Donald was born February 17th, 1937, in Ellwood City, the son of the late Patsy and Clara (Statti) Costa. Donald was a longtime Principal and English teacher.  His passion was coaching football which he did at a number of High Schools and Colleges with a career spanning 60 years. He was especially proud of his quarterbacks who became like family members for a while.  He was…

Douglas Arthur Hazen, 58, of Wampum passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at his residence. Douglas was born November 9, 1965 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Ellwood L. “Woody” Hazen who passed away in 2012 and Beverly A. Ferrante Hazen of Ellwood City. He had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1983. He then graduated from the Technical Training School in Pittsburgh. He worked as an outstanding Carpenter for many years throughout many states. Doug was also an avid hunter. He loved to draw animals and nature scenes. His artistic ability…

Roberta Brown, 73, of Ellwood City passed away Monday, November 27, 2023, at UPMC Jameson Hospital in New Castle. She was the daughter of the late Robert and Ruth (Smith) Gillespie and was born November 27, 1950, in Ellwood City. Roberta is survived by her daughters; Patricia Brown of Ellwood City and Laurie Hoover and her husband Craig of Baden, grandchildren; Rogan Bonner, Warren Jones, Ruth-Anne Bonner, Winter, Luke Hoover, Logan Hoover, and Laken Hoover; great-grandchildren; David Jones, Keegan Jones, one sister; Amy Ferrese and her husband Joe of Myrtle Beach, SC, one brother-in-law; Tim Kelly, along with many nieces…

Mrs. Mary Jo Cioffi, 82, of Ellwood City passed away on Sunday, November 26th, 2023 at the Haven Convalescent Home in New Castle. Mrs. Cioffi was born the daughter of the late Lorenzo and Maria (Zampini) Fazioli in Ellwood City on August 9th, 1941. She had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1959 and is a member of the Divine Grace Parish, Holy Redeemer Church. Over the years, Mary Jo had worked for several local law firms as a Legal Secretary. A great homemaker Mary Jo enjoyed flower gardening, landscaping, loved to cook and was known for…

Mrs. Deborah A. “Debbie” Williamson, 62, of Ellwood City passed away on Thursday, November 24th, 2023 at her residence following an extensive illness. Debbie was born on May 5th, 1960 in Beaver Falls to the late Merve and Judy (Ellison) Davidson. She attended Riverside High School. Debbie worked at the Big Beaver Restaurant on route 18, Kotuby’s Shop’n Save, and most recently, at B and B Express on Lawrence Avenue in Ellwood City as a Cook. She served on the Little Wolverine’s Boosters for many years while her sons played football. Debbie enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with her…

Donald George Ries, 91, of Ellwood City passed away, Saturday, November 25, 2023, at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh. He was the son of the late George and Izetta (McMillan) Ries and was born November 29, 1931, in Pittsburgh. Don is survived by his loving wife, of 10 years, Karen. He is survived by his children; Donna Rose Ries and Jon of Denver, CO, Douglas Donald Ries and his wife Lori of Ellwood City, Diane Ries and her husband Keith of Dallas, two stepsons; Rich and Barb Wilson of Ellwood City, Randy and Mindy Wilson of Ellwood, 4 grandchildren, 5…

James A. “Jimmy” Mantz, 68, of Ellwood City passed away on Tuesday, November 21st, 2023 at AHN in Wexford. James was born in New Castle on July 6th, 1955 to Helen Mantz of Ellwood City. He had graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1974. Jimmy then graduated from Aeronomy School in Lake City, Florida where he studied golf course management and aeronomy. Over the years he had worked at numerous golf courses and for the past 25 years at Olde Stonewall Golf Club as the golf course manager. He is a member of Divine Grace Parish, Holy…

Marita Kelosky, 75, of Ellwood City passed away Monday, November 20, 2023, at her home. She was the daughter of the late Wasily “Willy” and Margaret (Mueller) Galkow and was born October 3, 1948, in Rothenstadt-Wieden Germany. She is survived by her children; Dan and his wife Dana of Fombell, Paul Kelosky and his wife Dianna of Renfrew, Lori Emert and her husband Ron of Butler, Ray Kelosky and his wife Tracy of Beaver Falls, Lida Napier of Ellwood City, twelve grandchildren, twenty great-grandchildren; her sister; Margie Kelly of Evans City, along with a host of nieces, nephews and many…

Karen D. Suite, 82, of North Sewickley Township passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023 at her residence after a lengthy illness. Born November 26, 1940 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Dorothy Hinkle Bingle. She worked for many years as a nurse at Passavant Health Care Center in Zelienople. Survivors include two daughters, Susan (William) Meckling of Wycombe, PA and Sherry Funderburk of Alabama; two sons, James (Patty) DiMase of Ellwood City and Joe (Lucy) DiMase of Lakeland, FL; eight grandchildren, Leann, Lindsay, and David, Sharla Busser, Marly Ewing and Logan DiMase, Amber Lee…

Elaine Joyce Daley, 51, of New Galilee passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 19, 2023 at her residence. Born June 11, 1972 in New Brighton, she was the daughter of the late Robbie Eckenroad and Diana J. Judy Libicer of Big Beaver Township. She was married to Ehren Daley when he passed away in 2006. Elaine graduated from Beaver Falls High School and then went on to earn a degree in dietary nutrition. She was an avid bodybuilder and was in training for an upcoming competition. An extremely talented artist, Elaine could draw anything and everything that she wanted. Survivors…