Philomena Louise Womer
Feb 1, 2026
Philomena Louise Womer (née Fromm), affectionately known as Phyllis, passed away on February 1, 2026, in Round Rock, Texas, at the age of 100. She died peacefully during surgery to repair a broken hip, never awakening from anesthesia.
Born on April 19, 1925, in Sharpsville, Pennsylvania, Phyllis lived a long and faithful life.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold...
Calvin Corbin Wynn Jr.
May 27, 2026
Calvin Corbin Wynn, Jr., 73, of New Castle, passed away Wednesday evening, May 27, 2026, in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.Calvin was born April 14, 1953, in New Castle, a son of the late Calvin Wynn, Sr. and Shirley Mae (Atkinson) Wynn-Taylor. A lifelong area resident, he was a 1972 graduate of New Castle High School.He retired from Columbia Gas as a...
James R. Steiner
May 27, 2026
James R. “Jake” Steiner, 59, of Hermitage, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on Wednesday evening, May 27, 2026, in the emergency room of UPMC Shenango Valley, Farrell.
Jake was born August 28, 1966, in Sharon, a son of the late William J. Steiner, Sr. and Doris Ann (Griffin) Steiner, and graduated from Sharon High School in 1984.
For the last 26...
Donna Marie Greene
May 27, 2026
Donna Marie Whitmer Greene, 76, of Hermitage, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, following a brief illness.
She was married to the love of her life, Ray, for 31 years. She enjoyed traveling, exercising, boating, “having adventures,” and finding new restaurants with her hubby.
Donna is survived by her daughter, Melanie (Steve) Franz; a brother, Randy...
Sara K. Carpenter
May 25, 2026
Sara K. Carpenter, 60, of New Castle, passed away early Monday morning, May 25, 2026, following a courageous battle with a rare form of blood cancer.
Sara was born May 14, 1966, in New Castle, a daughter of Clarence Zook and Sandra (Williams) Zook.
Primarily a homemaker, she also worked as a cashier and salesclerk for several local convenience stores.
A talented baker,...
Kathryn Stefanowicz
May 23, 2026
Kathryn Stefanowicz, 92, of Oil City, PA, formerly of Hermitage, passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026, in Oakwood Heights Village, Oil City.
Born December 13, 1933, in Sharon, Pennsylvania, to Helen G. O’Brien Visnich and Miller Visnich. Attended Sharon Schools, graduating in 1952. Graduated from Saint Francis School of Nursing in New Castle in 1955 (Formally New Castle Hospital School...
Ruth I. Latsko
May 21, 2026
Ruth I. Latsko, 91, a lifelong resident of New Castle, passed away Thursday, May 21, 2026, in UPMC Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh.
Mrs. Latsko was born May 10, 1935, in New Castle, a daughter of the late Hubert and Ruth (Gillespie) Cummings. A 1953 graduate of New Castle High School, she also graduated from the St. Francis School of Nursing, Pittsburgh, PA, earning...
Elizabeth J. Sverchek
May 20, 2026
Elizabeth J. Sverchek, 92, of Hermitage, died peacefully with loved ones at her side on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, after a brief illness.
Born Oct 7, 1933, in Sharon, she was the daughter of John and Mary Sverchek.
Elizabeth spent her entire working career at Westinghouse Electric Corporation's local division, retiring as an executive secretary.
A 1951 graduate of Sharon High School, she...
Margaret A. Welch
May 19, 2026
Margaret A. Welch, 97, of Sharpsville, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Hermitage Nursing and Rehabilitation.
Ms. Welch was born on August 30, 1928, in Sharpsville, a daughter of the late Richard and Lillian (Wilson) Welch. A 1947 alumna of Sharpsville High School, she retired in November of 1983 after more than 37 years at Ohio Bell, Youngstown, OH,...
Maceo Elliot Hill, Sr.
May 16, 2026
Maceo Elliot Hill Sr. departed this life on Saturday. May 16, 2026. He was a devoted father, grandfather, husband, family man, and friend whose presence brought strength, wisdom, and laughter to those who knew him.
Maceo proudly served his country in the United States Marines, carrying that sense of dedication and discipline throughout his life. After his military service, he worked...
Charles Bowers
May 16, 2026
Charles E. (Chuck) (Bossman) Bowers entered eternal rest Saturday, May 16, 2026, surrounded by family. He was born July 25, 1948, the oldest son of the late Charles Sr. and Mary Ellen (Donovan) Bowers. Upon graduation from Academy High School, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, where he served in Vietnam from 1966-1969. He married the love of...
Margaret Ann Calleja
May 14, 2026
Margaret Ann Karpinko Calleja, 93, of Sharpsville, was called home on May 14th, 2026, surrounded in love by her family and caregivers.
Marge was born on April 26, 1933, in Farrell, PA, to Demetrius and Mary (Branzovich) Karpinko. She was a member of St. Bartholomew Church in Sharpsville.
Marge and her husband, Pedro Calleja, were married on May 8, 1954, and blessed...
Gilbert Blom Sr.
May 13, 2026
Gilbert “Gibby” Blom, Sr., 70, of Masury, OH, passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, in UPMC Horizon Hospital, Farrell.
Mr. Blom was born on January 2, 1956, in Grove City, PA, a son of the late Frank and Marie (Trowbridge) Blom. He attended Grove City School District and honorably served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps.
He spent his career...
Theresa M. Brown
May 11, 2026
Theresa M. Brown, 50, formerly of 312 Centennial Lane, passed away the morning of May 11, 2026, in Edison Manor Nursing Home, following a courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis.
Theresa was born August 15, 1975, in New Castle, PA, a daughter of James H. Brown, Sr., and Iva May (Henry) Brown.
For many years, she worked as an operator at West Penn...
Gloria A. Nagy
May 11, 2026
Gloria A. Nagy, 84, a longtime resident of Griswold St., Sharon, passed away peacefully with family at her side on Monday evening, May 11, 2026.
Mrs. Nagy was born April 18, 1942, in Sharon, a daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Meszaros) Rakoci. A lifelong area resident, she attended St. Adalbert Parochial School and graduated from Farrell High School in...
Eugene Leonard
May 11, 2026
Eugene “Gene” Leonard, 89, of Sharpsville, went to be with his Heavenly Father on May 11, 2026. He was born on Christmas Eve, December 24, 1936, to Stanley and Mary (Virostick) Leonard in Farrell, PA. Gene’s life was centered around his family and friends. He married Angeline “Angie” Vicario on July 30, 1960. They had 65 wonderful years together.
Over the...
John J. List
May 10, 2026
John J. List, 75, of Masury, OH, passed away early Sunday afternoon, May 10, 2026, in the emergency room of Sharon Regional Medical Center.
Mr. List was born December 31, 1950, in Pittsburgh, PA, a son of William and Theresa (Panza) List. Following high school, John enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1968 and honorably served for three years during...
Joanne M. Titus
May 9, 2026
Joanne M. Titus, 62, of Transfer, PA, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, Saturday afternoon, May 9, 2026, in Select Specialty Care, Boardman, OH.
Joanne was born June 11, 1963, in Sharon, a daughter of the late Peter and Mary (Arcuri) Bonacci. After graduating from Farrell High School in 1981, she completed her cosmetology training at Wilmar Beauty School, Sharon.
After working...
Paul J. Estock
May 9, 2026
Paul Joseph Estock, 78, passed away at Shadyside Hospital on May 9, surrounded by love, after courageously fighting his last of many battles with cancer throughout his life.
Paul was born on April 27, 1948, in Sharon, a son of George and Dorothy (Harnadek) Estock. He graduated from Hickory High School in 1966, where he played football, and graduated from Penn...
Charles F. Jamison
May 9, 2026
Charles "Yami" Frederick Jamison, 83, of New Castle, formerly of Warren, OH, passed away surrounded by his family, Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Haven Convalescent Home.
Mr. Jamison was born December 2, 1942, in New Castle, a son of the late Charles N. and Anna (Callihan) Jamison and was a 1960 graduate of New Castle High School.
Charles worked as an order...
