Obituaries

Mar 11, 2025

William Edward Altman, Sr., 74, of New Castle, previously Sharon passed away Tuesday morning March 11, 2025, in his home.

Mr. Altman was born November 3, 1950, in New Castle, a son of the late Earl Altman and Della Grannis.

Bill earned an associate's degree in Electrical Technology from the New Castle School of Trades...

Mar 10, 2025

Dolores Roscoe, 97, of Hermitage, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025, in St. John XXIII Home.

Mrs. Roscoe was born on October 19, 1927, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Bertram C. and Marcella (Halter) Rogers, Sr. She was a graduate of the former Stoneboro High School.

A devout Catholic, Dolores was a...

Mar 8, 2025

William G. "Bill" Hvizdak, 78, of New Wilmington, PA, passed away following a lengthy illness.

Mr. Hvizdak was born in Youngstown, OH, a son of the late William C. and Concetta (LaVolpe) Hvizdak, and graduated from Mohawk High School in 1965. Bill served in the U.S. Marine Reserves.

His career of hard work culminated with...

Mar 7, 2025

Isabel Ortega Goeltz, 85, of Hermitage, passed away early Friday morning, March 7, 2025, in UPMC Passavant Hospital, McCandless, PA, following a period of declining health. Isabel was born January 16, 1940, in Youngstown, OH, a daughter of Frank and Isabel (Gago)Ortega. As a first generation American, Isabel was incredibly proud of her Spanish heritage.After graduating from Boardman High...

Mar 5, 2025

Dana Ann States, 65, of Hermitage, was born January 22, 1960, in Sharon, PA, to David and Mary Ann (Slattery) Germano, lived a life overflowing with love, faith, and vibrancy. On March 5, 2025, surrounded by family, Dana peacefully closed a chapter of her remarkable journey after a courageous battle with cancer.

Known for her infectious energy,...

Mar 5, 2025

Patricia Jean Haines, 80, of Mt. Vernon, OH, formerly of the Shenango Valley, passed away Wednesday evening, March 5, 2025, in Ohio State University Hospital, Columbus, OH.

Mrs. Haines was born on June 28, 1944, in Sharpsville, a daughter of the late John and Leona (Rader) Johnson, and was a graduate of Hickory High School.

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Mar 5, 2025

After an extended illness, William Steven Karol passed peacefully, surrounded by family, on March 5, 2025.

He was the only son born to Mary and William Karol on July 12, 1942, in Sharon. A 1960 Sharon alumnus, Bill promptly entered the Marine Corps upon graduating.

He began his civilian career at GATX in Masury, Ohio.  ...

Mar 3, 2025

Lawrence V. "Larry" Wauzzinski, 72, of Hermitage passed away peacefully early Monday morning, March 3, 2025, in UPMC Horizon Hospital, Farrell, following a brief illness.

Larry was born October 28, 1952, in Sharon, a son of the late Samuel (with whom he shared a birthday) and Helen (Ustik) Wauzzinski. He was a 1970 graduate of Kennedy Christian...

Mar 2, 2025

Mary Ann Coccia, of Sharon, passed away peacefully in her sleep Sunday morning, March 2, 2025, in her home. She was 103.

Mrs. Coccia was born April 6, 1921, in Ford City, PA, a daughter of the late Emil and Barbara (Vozarikova) Kahat, and graduated from Ford City High School in 1939.

In addition to...

Mar 2, 2025

Andrew J. Frank, 89, of Farrell, passed away peacefully Sunday evening, March 2, 2025, in St. John XXIII Home, Hermitage.

Mr. Frank was born October 18, 1935, in Sharon, a son of the late Steven and Mary (Janosko) Frank. After graduating from Farrell High School in 1954, he enrolled at DeVry Technical Institute in Chicago, IL.

Mar 2, 2025

Barbara A. "Barb" Butler, 76, of Masury, OH, passed away unexpectedly Sunday evening, March 2, 2025, in UPMC Horizon Hospital, Farrell.

Mrs. Butler was born on August 16, 1948, in New Castle, a daughter of Doris (McCurdy) Harrison. She attended New Castle and Sharon School Districts.

Her husband of nearly 58 years, Robert F. Butler,...

Mar 2, 2025

Harold "Tubby" Johnson, 78, of New Castle passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 02, 2025.

Mr. Johnson was born May 23, 1946, in New Castle, a son of the late Ned and Frances Emma (Boyd) Johnson. A lifelong area resident, he graduated from New Castle High School in 1964.

Tubby was a...

Mar 2, 2025

Cynthia Marie Alexander of Hermitage, PA, passed away Sunday, March 2, 2025. She was 75.  She was born July 2, 1949, in Sharon, a daughter of W. Dean Alexander and Florence (Parker) Alexander. Cynthia attended school in Sharpsville for grades 1 through 6 and in those early years she made many lifelong friends. She then transferred to the Hickory...

Mar 1, 2025

James A. Walker, Sr., 86, formerly a longtime resident of Sharon, passed away Saturday afternoon, March 1, 2025, at his home in Hubbard, OH.

Mr. Walker was born April 16, 1938, in Sharon, a son of the late Edward and Jeanette (Brown) Walker, and graduated from Sharon High School in 1958.

For 36 years, James...

Mar 1, 2025

Tanis Emerald Kennedy, a loving, caring wife and mom, difference maker to the world, passed away on March 1st, 2025, following a five month battle with cancer.

Born July 21st, 1964, in Washington State, she was raised primarily in the Franklin/Oil City area and graduated from Oil City High School in 1982.

Following further education,...

Feb 27, 2025

Pamela Lynn Park, 77, of New Castle, passed away February 27, 2025, in UPMC Montefiore Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA.

Pamela was born October 6, 1947, in Butler County, PA, a daughter of the late Robert and Willivene Downs.

She will be remembered for her friendly nature and kindness towards others.

Pam is survived by...

Feb 25, 2025

Kimberly Kuzel, 60, of Hermitage, passed away Tuesday afternoon, February 25, 2025, in UPMC Passavant Hospital- McCandless.

Kim was born on August 27, 1964, in Sharon, the daughter of the late Charles and Patricia (Mansell) Watson. She was a 1982 graduate of Hickory High School and proudly served her country in the U.S. Army.

She...

Feb 24, 2025

James T. McFarland, 51, of Sharon, passed away Monday, February 24, 2025, in his residence. He is survived by his father, Donald C. McFarland, Sr., of Sharon; two sisters, Jody Irwin, of Sharon and April Kato-Berry, of Florida; and a brother, Donald C. McFarland, Jr., of Sharon.

In keeping with James' wishes, there will be no calling...

Feb 23, 2025

Thomas R. Hancock, 95, of Hermitage, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025, in Quality Life Services, Mercer.

Mr. Hancock was born on July 13, 1929, in Jackson Center, a son of the late James and Myrtle (Schuller) Hancock. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving during WWII.

He is survived by...

Feb 23, 2025

Carol V. Kern, 85, formerly a longtime resident of Case Ave. in Sharon, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones late Sunday evening, February 23, 2025.

Mrs. Kern was born February 5, 1940, at the family home in Jackson Center, PA, a daughter of the late Abraham Lincoln and Mary Virgina (Ertel) Vredenburg. She was a...