Obituaries

Jul 26, 2025

Wayne E. McCormick, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather and great-grandfather, faithful servant of Christ, and beloved patriarch, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on the morning of July 26, 2025, at the age of 89. Known for his gentle heart and steadfast love, Wayne was a rock for his family and a shining example...

Jul 24, 2025

Paul E. Ritchie, age 61, of New Castle, passed away the late afternoon of July 24, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.

Born July 7, 1964, in Ellwood City, PA, he was the son of the late Franklin and Doris (Kennedy) Ritchie, Sr.

On Feb. 12, 1993, he married his beloved wife, Kimberly (McCormick) Ritchie....

Jul 23, 2025

Harriet E. Smith was many things to many people in her life but, at the foundation of it all, she nurtured, and she tended. A mom to three, a wife of 49 years, a lifelong friend, a longtime nurse, a committed volunteer -- her life was enriched by the deep and lasting relationships that she tended and nurtured. In...

Jul 18, 2025

Lois Jean Milliron, age 91, of New Castle, PA, passed away on the evening of July 18th, 2025, at UPMC Jameson Care and Rehab.

Born December 10, 1933, in New Castle, Lois was the daughter of the late Thomas and Letitia (Fletcher) Perry.

Following her graduation from Mt. Jackson High School, Lois was employed as...

Jul 17, 2025

Marvin S. Lebby, age 93, lifetime resident of New Castle, passed away the morning of July 17, 2025, at UPMC Jameson Hospital.

Born October 18, 1931, in New Castle, he was the son of Jack and Bea (Edelestein) Lebby. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Geraldine "Gerry" Kaye (Ginsburg) Lebby on June 20, 2018....

Jul 16, 2025

Stephanne Martin, age 87 of New Castle, passed away the morning of July 16, 2025, at QLS – New Castle.

Born July 29, 1937, in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Stephen and Katherine (Stickel) Dudash.

On Dec. 22, 1955, she married her beloved husband, John F. Martin. He preceded her in...

Jul 16, 2025

Shirley J. Coxson, age 94, of Farrell, PA, passed away July 16, 2025, at Jameson Nursing and Rehab in New Castle.

Born May 29, 1931, in New Castle, she was the daughter of Richard and Mildred (Park) Watters.

Shirley is survived by her husband of 70 years, Delbert Leroy Coxson, whom she married on August...

Jul 16, 2025

After a year and a half struggle to get well and regain strength, Robert Eugene Blews lost his fight on July 16, 2025.

He was born on April 18, 1948, to Melvin (Gene) and Ann (Hanna) Blews in Warren, Ohio.

Robert graduated from New Castle High School in 1966.

He married Patricia (Jordan)...

Jul 14, 2025

William F. "Rick" Cox, Jr., age 74, of Edinburg, passed away July 14, 2025, at his residence.

Born November 2, 1950, in New Castle, he was the son of William F. Cox, Sr. and Patricia (Mack) Cox.

After his 1968 graduation from Mohawk High School, he attended Geneva College, graduating in 1972.

Rick...

Jul 12, 2025

Glorie A. Geisel, age 88 of New Wilmington, passed away peacefully the afternoon of July 12th, 2025, at UPMC Jameson Hospital.

Born Feb. 10, 1937, In St. Peter, KS, she was the daughter of the late Adolph and Sally (Rome) Rohr.

She was married to Raymond Fothergill for several years until his death. Subsequently, she...

Jul 12, 2025

Didina Atena Fiul, age 83, of Hermitage PA, passed away the evening of July 12, 2025, at UPMC Jameson Hospital.

Born September 28, 1941, in Bacau, Romania, she was the daughter of the late John and Raveica Suceava.

Didina earned a bachelor's degree in nursing and had a rewarding career working as a nurse at...

Jul 10, 2025

Dennis Arthur "Denny" Zilla, age 73, of Hickory Township, passed away the morning of July 10, 2025, at his residence.

Born March 21, 1952, in New Kensington, PA, he was the son of Joseph E. Zilla, Sr. and Helen B. (Zywan) Zilla.

Dennis was preceded in death on July 27, 2016, by his wife of...

Jul 9, 2025

Grace Adele Lutz, 94, passed into the presence of her Lord and Savior on July 9, at the Haven Convalescent Nursing Home. Born December 6, 1930, in New Castle, PA, she was the daughter of the late W. Montgomery and Frances (Fombelle) Rodgers. She married her beloved husband, Robert G. Lutz, on September 4, 1951. He preceded her in...

Jul 7, 2025

Nancy Bintliff Whisler, 81, of Poland, OH, formerly of Edinburg and Petrolia, Pa, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ while surrounded by family on Monday, July 7, 2025.

Nancy is survived by her daughter Beverly Lankitus (Dan), son David Whisler (Lorri), grandchildren Sarah Amstutz (Zach), Jed Lankitus (Meryem), David Lankitus (Abbie), Luke...

Jul 7, 2025

Barbara Ann Emery passed away at the age of 77 on July 7, 2025, surrounded by loved ones at Magee Hospital.

She was born April 3rd, 1948. She was the daughter of the late Robert J Stillwagon Sr. and Anna Mae (Diamond) Stillwagon. She graduated from Ne-Ca-Hi class of 1966 and was employed in the office of...

Jul 4, 2025

Ronald F. Green, 75, of New Castle, went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 4, 2025, after a two-year battle with cancer.

Born May 22, 1950, in New Castle, PA he was the son of Kenneth and Esther (Pence) Green.

Ron married Kathy (Tomon) Green on August 22, 1970. They welcomed three...

Jul 4, 2025

Marilyn Kay Bauman, age 71, of Graceland Road passed away peacefully in her home on July 4, 2025.

Born August 15, 1953, Marilyn was the third of four daughters of the late Richard (Dick) and Marie (Riley) Mann. She attended New Castle High School, graduating in 1971. After graduation, she immediately went to work for Liberty Mutual...

Jul 3, 2025

Susan A. McConahy, age 72, of New Castle, PA, passed away the morning of July 3, 2025.

Born Jan. 20, 1953, in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Russell and Martha (Myers) McConahy.

Susan was a dedicated employee of Penn Power, where she worked for several years, in the accounting and line...

Jul 3, 2025

Nancy L. Watson McCaskey, age 94, of New Castle, passed away the morning of July 3, 2025, at Jameson Nursing and Rehab.

Born Oct. 17, 1930, in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Theodore and Ruth (Lytle) Watson.

On June 1, 1950, she married her beloved husband, Charles Shaw McCaskey, Jr., who...

Jul 1, 2025

Thomas F. Wellman, age 77, of New Castle, passed away July 1, 2025, at UPMC Jameson Hospital.

Born February 19, 1948, he was the son of Samuel and Lorraine (Settle) Wellman. He was preceded in death earlier this year on January 30, 2025, by his wife of 54 years, Judith A. (Fetterman) Wellman, whom he married March...