Mary S. Mulligan
Jun 2, 2026
Mary S. (Bell) Frank Mulligan, 83, of Sharon, formerly of Meadville, PA, passed away Tuesday evening, June 2, 2026, in UPMC Magee Women’s Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA.
Mary was born February 4, 1943, in Sharon, a daughter of the late John F. and Christine E. (Wittenauer) Bell. She was a 1961 graduate of Hickory High School, Hermitage, and attended Youngstown State University....
Leslie J. Travis III
May 31, 2026
Leslie J. Travis, III, of Hermitage, passed away Sunday morning, May 31, 2026, in Hermitage Nursing and Rehab.
Mr. Travis was born September 10, 1950, in Youngstown, OH, a son of the late Leslie J. Travis, Jr. and Susanne Elizabeth (Babinchak) Travis.
A 1968 graduate of Wilson High School, Youngstown, OH, Leslie enlisted and served in the U.S. Air Force.
For many years,...
Anthony DeNoi
May 31, 2026
CMSgt Anthony G. DeNoi, 83, of Farrell, passed away following a brief illness on Sunday, May 31, 2026, in his home.
CMSgt DeNoi was born on December 31, 1942, in Barberton, OH, a son of the late Dominick Daniel and Margaret Elizabeth (Lauderman) DeNoi. He attended Farrell High School and enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. During his honorable 29-plus years...
Vicki L. Goda
May 30, 2026
Vicki L. Goda, 66, of Brookfield, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on Saturday morning, May 30, 2026, following a brief battle with cancer.
Vicki was born May 4, 1960, in Sharon, the youngest daughter of the late Michael J. and Joan L. (Templeton) Polkovitch, and graduated from Sharon High School in 1978.
For many years, Vicki worked as...
Roland L. Messett
May 30, 2026
Roland L. “Ron” Messett, 82, of Sharpsville, passed away surrounded by family on Saturday afternoon, May 30, 2026, in UPMC Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA.
Mr. Messett was born March 15, 1944, in Sharon, a son of the late Roland M. and Doris E. (McDowell) Messett, and graduated from Sharon High School in 1962.
Following graduation, Ron enlisted in the U.S. Navy and...
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...
Salim Basalat
May 26, 2026
Salim Basalat, 36, of Sharon, died unexpectedly early Tuesday morning, May 26, 2026, in St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, Youngstown, OH, after succumbing to fatal gunshot wounds.
Mr. Basalat was born June 21, 1989, in Berbice, Guyana, South America, and was the son of Shaheed Basalat and Shereen (Ali) Basalat of Saint Cloud, FL. He was raised and educated in Guyana, and emigrated...
Ronald James Copper
May 26, 2026
Ronald James Copper, 78, of New Castle, passed away Tuesday evening, May 26, 2026, in Masternick Memorial Health Care Center, New Middletown, OH, following a courageous battle with brain cancer.
Mr. Copper was born February 17, 1948, in New Castle, a son of the late Harry Barkley Copper and Dorothy Richeal Copper. After graduating from Laurel High School in 1966, he...
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...
Dr. K. Donald Stoudt
May 21, 2026
Dr. K. Donald Stoudt, 88, of Hermitage, passed away on Thursday afternoon, May 21, 2026.
Don was born on May 24, 1937, in Reading, PA, the only child of the late Karl I. and Gertrude Elizabeth (Simmons) Stoudt. He was a graduate of Muhlenberg High School, where he was a standout quarterback. Don attended the University of Colorado, Boulder, and earned...
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...
