OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries

Margaret R. Lobaugh

Margaret R. Lobaugh

Oct 28, 2025

Margaret R. Lobaugh, 93, of Highland View Road, in Union Township, died Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at the Haven Convalescent Home in New Castle. She was born on April 21, 1932, in New Castle, a daughter of the late Harry and Irene (Clark) Reeher. She was married to the late Harry L. Lobaugh, who died in October 1992. She enjoyed...

Kenny A. Kent

Kenny A. Kent

Oct 27, 2025

Kenneth A. Kent, 84, of Gardner Center Road, in Shenango Township, died Monday, October 27, 2025, at Northview Estates in Ellwood City. He was born on January 2, 1941, in Ellwood City, PA, a son of the late Donald Kent and the late Annabelle (Houk) Yarzebinski. He was also preceded in death by his adopted parents, Edward and Francis Sox....

Tammy S. Norco

Tammy S. Norco

Oct 25, 2025

Tammy S. Norco, 62, of Marie Avenue in Shenango Township, died Saturday, October 25, 2025, at UPMC Jameson Hospital in New Castle. She was born on April 29, 1963, in New Castle, a daughter of the late Ronald E. and Nancy J. (Glover) Reno. She was married to the late John E. Norco, who died May 19, 2024. Tammy worked...

Martha Jacobs

Martha Jacobs

Oct 24, 2025

Martha Jacobs, 98, formerly of Charles Drive in Union Township, died Friday, October 24, 2025, at Avalon Nursing Home in New Castle. She was born on February 26, 1927, in New Castle, daughter of the late Charles and Mary (Assad) Johns. She was married to the late Mike Jacobs, who died September 28, 2013. Mrs. Jacobs was a singer and...

Madeline K. Ickes

Madeline K. Ickes

Oct 22, 2025

Madeline K. Ickes, 78, of Court Street, died Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at UPMC Jameson Hospital in New Castle. She was born on July 20, 1947, in New Castle, a daughter of the late Paul and Angeline (Pallerino) Cubbal. Madeline married William K. Ickes, on May 1, 1976, he survives at home. She worked for Shenango Pottery and Universal Rundell....

Elvira M. Barbati

Elvira M. Barbati

Oct 21, 2025

Elvira M. Barbati, 90, of E. Friendship Avenue, died Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at Quality Life Services in New Castle. She was born on July 2, 1935, in New Castle, a daughter of the late Isadoor and Rose (Osso) Barbati. Elvira enjoyed shopping, and spending time with her family.

She is survived by one sister, Marjorie Coonfare of New Castle, and...

Chayse Annalise Nerti

Chayse Annalise Nerti

Oct 21, 2025

Chayse Annalise Nerti went to be with the Lord, October 21, 2025. She is a daughter of Vincent P. and Brianne A. (Keyser) Nerti. The excitement of her arrival brought special joy to her whole family. Her parents anticipate meeting her someday, somewhere over the rainbow.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by one sister, Carsyn Jo Nerti, grandparents,...

Linda M. Strayer

Linda M. Strayer

Oct 18, 2025

Linda M. Strayer, 68, of Bartram Avenue, died Saturday, October 18, 2025, at her residence in New Castle, PA. She was born in Chicago, IL, a daughter of the late Samuel and Audrey Jean (Bartelak) Boyer. Linda was married to the late George A. Strayer, Sr., who died September 15, 2018. She worked in housekeeping at Haven Convalescent Home. Mrs....

Ronald B. Kozuch

Ronald B. Kozuch

Oct 13, 2025

Ronald B. Kozuch, 82, of Jackson Avenue, died Monday, October 13, 2025, at his residence in New Castle. He was born in Berlin, Germany, on September 3, 1943, a son of the late Hans and Hildagard (Wurst) Kozuch. Ronald married Gina M. (Zarilla) Kozuch on July 23, 1988, she survives at home. He was a United States Marine Veteran serving...

Kenneth 'Kenny' Matthew Hayman

Kenneth 'Kenny' Matthew Hayman

Oct 12, 2025

Kenneth “Kenny” Matthew Hayman

August 9, 1992 – October 12, 2025

Kenneth “Kenny” Matthew Hayman, 33, of Liberty Borough, formerly of Elizabeth Forward, was tragically taken from this world on October 12, 2025. Born on August 9, 1992, in Pittsburgh, PA, Kenny’s vibrant spirit, loyal heart, and unforgettable smile left an indelible mark on everyone who knew him.

Kenny was preceded in death...

James P. 'Jimmy' Medure

James P. 'Jimmy' Medure

Oct 8, 2025

James “Jimmy” Medure, 84, of Neshannock Township, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 27, 1940, the son of the late Peter and Adeline (Carbone) Medure. Jimmy was married to Rosemary (Juliano) Medure for 59 years. For over 30 years, Jimmy was the owner of a New Castle cornerstone, Medure’s...

Karen Lee Hildebrand

Karen Lee Hildebrand

Oct 6, 2025

Karen Lee Hildebrand, 69, of Fairground Road in Hickory Township, died Monday, October 6, 2025, at Haven Convalescent Home in New Castle. She was born on September 11, 1956, in New Castle, a daughter of the late Charles and Dorothy (Schweikert) Hardy. Karen married Mr. George L. Hildebrand on July 31, 2000, he survives at home. She worked at Golden...

Marion L. Mariacher

Marion L. Mariacher

Sep 28, 2025

Marion L. Mariacher, 87, of Bonzo Street, died Sunday, September 28, 2025, at her residence in New Castle. She was born in Butler, PA, on August 6, 1938, the daughter of the late Harry and Loretta (Stutz) Graham. She was married to the late Albert J. Mariacher, Sr., who died June 28, 2008. Mrs. Mariacher worked as a registered nurse...

Laura A. Hawthorne

Laura A. Hawthorne

Sep 27, 2025

Laura Ann Hawthorne, 94, of E. Friendship Street, died Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Quality Life Servies in New Castle. She was born on December 24, 1930, in New Castle, the daughter of the late James and Laura (Marshall) Welsh. There are no services at this time. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the William F. & Roger M. DeCarbo Funeral...

Andrew P. 'Bear' Senchak

Andrew P. 'Bear' Senchak

Sep 25, 2025

Andrew P. ‘Bear’ Senchak, 74, of 7th Street, West Pittsburg, died Thursday, September 25, 2025, after an extended battle with cancer, at UPMC Jameson Hospital in New Castle. He was born on April 24, 1951, in New Castle, the son of the late Andrew J. and Carmella (Arket) Senchak. Andrew married Marilyn Ann (Chill) Senchak on February 27, 1971, she...

Olive 'Joan' McCue

Olive 'Joan' McCue

Sep 21, 2025

Olive ‘Joan’ McCue, 86, of S. Ray Street, died Sunday, September 21, 2025, at UPMC Jameson Hospital in New Castle, PA. She was born on March 7, 1939, in Mercer, PA, the daughter of the late Carol King and Grace. She was married to the late Charles Lee McCue, who died May of 1981. Mrs. McCue worked at Golden Hill...

James T. Antonio

James T. Antonio

Sep 15, 2025

James T. Antonio, 98, formerly of East Washington Street, died Monday, September 15, 2025, at Haven Convalescent Home in New Castle. He was born on September 26, 1926, the son of the late Eugene and Caroline (Izzo) Giovannantonio. James was married to the late June E. (Isabella) Antonio, who died on December 25, 2014. He was a United States Navy...

Frederick J. Droeder, Sr.

Frederick J. Droeder, Sr.

Aug 26, 2025

Frederick J. Droeder, Sr., 93, of W. Wabash Avenue, died Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown, OH. He was born on October 22, 1931, in New Castle, PA, a son of the late Frederick and Helen (Krzos) Droeder. He was married to the late Rose M. (Lombardo) Droeder, who died February 2, 2025. Mr. Droeder was...

Jacalyn M Myers

Jacalyn M Myers

Aug 20, 2025

Mrs. Jacalyn “Jackie” Myers, 70, of New Castle, Pa passed away on August 20th, 2025 at the UPMC Jameson Hospital.

Jackie was born on April 17th, 1955 in New Castle to the late Alex and Rose (Gervase) Micco. She was a member of Saint Vitus Church. Jacalyn enjoyed taking beach vacations and Bingo. She was the center of  her family, they...

Dean M. Jones

Dean M. Jones

Aug 12, 2025

Dean M. Jones, 82, of Wynfield Lane in New Wilmington, PA, died Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at UPMC Jameson Hospital in New Castle, PA. He was born on May 17, 1943, in New Castle, PA, a son of the late Howard and Margaret (Gardner) Jones. Dean married Carol E. (Cavallo) Jones on January 2, 1964, she survives at home. Mr....