Karen D. Suite, 82

Karen D. Suite, 82, of North Sewickley Township passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023 at her residence after a lengthy illness.

Born November 26, 1940 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Dorothy Hinkle Bingle.

She worked for many years as a nurse at Passavant Health Care Center in Zelienople.

Survivors include two daughters, Susan (William) Meckling of Wycombe, PA and Sherry Funderburk of Alabama; two sons, James (Patty) DiMase of Ellwood City and Joe (Lucy) DiMase of Lakeland, FL; eight grandchildren, Leann, Lindsay, and David, Sharla Busser, Marly Ewing and Logan DiMase, Amber Lee Sanchez and Dillon DiMase; and seven great-grandchildren.

The last of her family, she was preceded in death by her siblings and her husband John Suite.

Per Karen’s wishes, no services will be held.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Beaver County Humane Society.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Marshall Funeral Home, 200 Fountain Ave. Ellwood City.

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Elaine Joyce Daley, 51

Elaine Joyce Daley, 51, of New Galilee passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 19, 2023 at her residence.

Born June 11, 1972 in New Brighton, she was the daughter of the late Robbie Eckenroad and Diana J. Judy Libicer of Big Beaver Township. She was married to Ehren Daley when he passed away in 2006.

Elaine graduated from Beaver Falls High School and then went on to earn a degree in dietary nutrition. She was an avid bodybuilder and was in training for an upcoming competition. An extremely talented artist, Elaine could draw anything and everything that she wanted.

Survivors include her mother and stepfather Diana (Daniel) Libicer of Big Beaver Township; two sons, Chad and Michael Daley both of Ohio; grandchildren Aiden and Evangeline White; two nieces, Reigh (Dustin) Johnson of Center Township and Roxanne Rimer; and Elaine’s boyfriend Ian Freed.

She was preceded in death by her father Robbie, her husband Ehren, and her sister Malinda Greene.

Visiting hours will be held on Saturday November 25, 2023 from 2:00 pm until the Funeral Service at 5:00 pm at the Marshall Funeral Home, 200 Fountain Ave. Ellwood City.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Funeral Home in care of the family.

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Naomi M. Yoder, 72

Naomi M. Yoder, 72, of Enon Valley passed away Friday, November 10, 2023 at UPMC – Jameson Hospital.

Born February 12, 1951 in Enon Valley, she was the daughter of the late Christie S. and Mary Hostettler Yoder.

She is survived by her sister, Anna R. Huston and two brothers, Yuri and Seth Huston all of Enon Valley.

Interment was held in the Vicksburg Mennonite Church Cemetery.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Marshall Funeral Home, 341 Main St. Wampum.

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Andrea R. Eversole, 40

Andrea R. Eversole, 40, of New Beaver Borough passed away unexpectedly Thursday, November 16, 2023 of natural causes at her home.

Born August 24, 1983 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Timothy and Kim M. Gaus Cody.

Andrea had graduated from Lawrence County Vo-Tech and then from Nursing School. She worked as a nurse for the Ellwood City School District and was Methodist by faith. Andrea was a devoted mother and her main focus and joy in life was her children and family.

She is survived by her husband of 10 years Shawn M. Eversole; three sons, Logan and Shawn E. Eversole, Jr, and Xander Wright; daughter, Sophie Wright; three sisters, Dannielle Cody, Jaclyn Cody Marling, and Zoe Simmons; two brothers, Josh and Elijah Simmons and many loving nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Kevin J. Simmons and her grandparents who raised her, Betty and Clarence Olinger.

Visiting hours will be held on Monday November 20, 2023 from 3:00 to 7:00 pm at the Marshall Funeral Home, 341 Main Street Wampum.

Funeral Services will be held at the Funeral Home, on Tuesday November 21, 2023 at 11:00 am with Pastor Dave Keppen officiating.

Interment will follow in Locust Grove Cemetery.

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Lloyd A. Myers Sr., 82

Lloyd A. Myers Sr., 82 of Franklin Township passed away on Wednesday November 15, 2023 at Concordia Hospice in Baden.

Lloyd was born September 30, 1941 in McKeesport, PA to the late John B. and Ann Katherine Walsh Myers.

He was preceded in death by his mother on March 27, 1943, and by his father in 1996, Lloyd was raised by Lee and Flora Zellefrow of Kittanning, PA.

A 1959 graduate of Kittanning High School, he was married on September 18, 1961, to Sandra (Foster) Myers, of Rural Valley, PA. They were married for 55 years when she passed away on May 8, 2017. They have six children: Terri (Shannon) Delong, Lloyd Jr. (Heidi), Sherri, Susan, Jason (Wendy), and Adam (Kelly), He is also survived by 13 grandchildren Heather Pitrelli, John (Emily), Mario, Giovanna and Nino Greco; Natalie and Erika Holzer; Jackson and Beck Myers; Morgan, Drake, Winston, and Emily Myers. As well as 2 great grandchildren, Maxton and Loretta.

An avid hunter, Lloyd hunted throughout the United States and in numerous foreign countries. He maintained homes in Ellwood City PA, Kittanning, PA and in Key West FL, where he enjoyed fishing and boating. He owned and operated many businesses over the years, including Myers Sanitary Service (1965), Myers Chemical Transport (1984), Myers Sport Shop (1969), and most recently (1968) Dear John, Inc. Now operated by his sons, Lloyd Jr and Adam. Lloyd was of the Protestant faith. He was a life member of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, the Ellwood Wampum Rod & Gun Club, the Masonic Order, Syria Shrine, Valley of New Castle Consistory, the Ellwood City Rotary Club, where he served as Director and President, and the Ellwood City Jaycees, where he held a variety of offices and was also selected as the Jaycees “Young Man of the Year” in 1968. While in business with Myers Chemical Transport and Myers Sanitary Service, Lloyd held the position of President of the Pennsylvania Liquid Waste Haulers Association. He loved to buy and sell land, and did so, throughout the state of Pennsylvania. He also enjoyed gardening, his many dogs and cats, as well as raising cattle on his farm, which he bought from Ira Brown in 1968. It was there, in North Sewickley Township, Ellwood City, PA, that he and his wife (Sandy) built their homestead, and raised their children.

Visiting hours will be held on Sunday November 19, 2023 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Marshall Funeral Home, 200 Fountain Ave. Ellwood City. A Masonic Service will be held at 4:00 pm. Funeral Services will be on Monday November 20 at 11:00 am at the Funeral Home. Pastor Nathaniel Wilson will conduct the services. Interment will follow in Kittanning Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Ellwood City or Franklin Twp Fire Depts.

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Ron P. Kraynak, 82

Ron P. Kraynak, 82, of Ellwood City passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at the Golden Hill Nursing Home.

Born December 24, 1940 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Paul and Mary Kotuba Kraynak. He was married to Joyce M. Newton Kraynak when she passed away on September 29, 2020.

Ron graduated from Lincoln in 1959. After graduation, he served in the U.S. Army from 1959-1962. Along with his wife Joyce, Ron was the owner and operator of the Homestead Bar in Ellwood City for 10 years. He was a member of the Union Goodwill Community Church in Ellwood City. An avid outdoorsman, Ron enjoyed hunting, fishing, and working in his garden. Above all, his most cherished moments were spent with his family.

Survivors include three sons, Robert (Jody) and Richard Lumley, and Ronnie Kraynak; two daughters, Ronaile and Linda Kraynak all of Ellwood City; 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; sister, Judy (Robert) Garvin of Ellwood City; brother, Robert (Tania) Kraynak of Ellwood City and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son Daniel Lumley and his great-granddaughter Alydia Rose.

Visiting hours will be held on Tuesday November 21, 2023 from 3:00 pm until the time of the Funeral Service at 7:00 pm at the Marshall Funeral Home, 200 Fountain Ave. Ellwood City. Pastor Paul Moore will officiate.

Interment will be in Slippery Rock Church Cemetery.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Union Goodwill Community Church, 950 East St. Ellwood City, 16117.

Online condolences may be sent to marshallsfh.com

Mary M. Krchmar, 76

Mary M. Krchmar, 76, of Koppel passed away Monday, November 6, 2023 at Brighton Rehab & Wellness Center.

Born December 9, 1946 in Beaver Falls, she was the daughter of the late Fred D. and Violet Arvada Dixon Leksell.

Mary had graduated from culinary school and worked as a cook for many years in a number of restaurants in the area including the McDowell Hotel in Koppel. She loved cooking and especially loved to cook holiday dinners. She enjoyed making Christmas cookies and giving them to her friends and loved ones. Mary was a Presbyterian by faith. “An angel in every room” was one of her favorite sayings and everyone who knew her knew that she had never wavering faith in God and a love for angels. Mary worked hard for many years to provide and take care of her children. She loved helping people and would give anything that she could to someone in need.

Survivors include her husband Jack Krchmar Sr of Koppel; two daughters, Arvada (Jeffrey) Morrissey of Missouri and Jodi (Tom) Bobin of Koppel; two sons, Jason of Pittsburgh and Justin (Amber) Gasper of West Virginia; eight grandchildren, John (Samantha), Alexandros, and Zachary Vassilaros, Angelyka (Steven) Hunter, Theo Gasper, and Lily and Miles Basalik; four great-grandchildren, Sawyer and Harlow Hunter and Lilah and John Vassilaros; and sister-in-law, Shanna Leksell.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers Fred and Donald J. Leksell.

Per her wishes there will be no services.

Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery.

Sympathy cards may be addressed to Jack Krchmar at PO Box 584, Koppel PA, 16136.

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Donald E. Fisher Sr., 84

Donald Eugene Fisher Sr., 84, of North Sewickley passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 7, 2023.

Born March 29, 1939 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late William D. Sr. and Ida Thompson Fisher. He was married to Betty J. Chiez Fisher for over 52 years when she passed away in 2011.

Donald had retired in 1985 from the U.S. Steel Ellwood Works for B&W Tubular Products Company after 25 years or service. A member of the Park Gate Baptist Church, he was also a member of the Odd Fellows, Masons, and Shriners. He served in the Pennsylvania National Guard 229th Battery headquartered in New Castle. Some of his interests were traveling, motorcycles, horses, and hunting.

Survivors include son, Donald E. (Carolyn) Fisher Jr. of Ellwood City and daughter, Tammy S. (Robert) Fisher-Grzelka of Ellwood City; five grandchildren; Ashley and Donald (Cheyenne) Fisher III and Henry Jr., Mandy, and Brandon (Nikki) Krupa; five great-grandchildren; Sydney Fisher and Bentley, Aurora, William, and Hope Krupa; three sisters, Marie Bain of Binghamton, NY, Mary (Tomas) Moran of Eagle, PA, and Delores Smith of Ellwood City; brother, Harry Fisher of Ellwood City.

In addition to his parents and wife Betty, Donald was preceded in death by his great-grandson Henry Eugene Krupa who passed away in 2018 and three sisters; Helen Seiler, Edna Hall, and Violet Arkwright.

Visiting hours will be held on Friday November 10, 2023 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Marshall Funeral Home, 200 Fountain Ave. Ellwood City.

Funeral Services will be held Saturday at the Funeral Home, on November 11, 2023 at 11:00 am. Masonic Services will be held.

Interment will follow in Slippery Rock Church Cemetery Mausoleum.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Shriners Hospital.

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John R. Coulter, 61

John R. Coulter, 61, of Ellwood City passed away unexpectedly Sunday, November 5, 2023 at his residence.

Born September 8, 1962 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Laird and Frances Cook Coulter.

John graduated from Lincoln in 1981. He was a self-employed handyman and enjoyed drawing and painting.

Survivors include his wife of 38 years Kerry Gardner Coulter; son, Josh (Heather) Coulter of Ellwood City; daughter, Kaylee (Dalton) Stewart of Ellwood City; sister, Linda (Paul) Cook York of West Chester; brother, Don (Patty) Coulter of North Sewickley, and two grandchildren Scarlett and Amelia.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers Larry and Jim Coulter and his father-in-law Charles Gardner.

Per John’s wishes no services will be held.

Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Arrangements entrusted to the Marshall Funeral Home, Ellwood City.

Online condolences may be sent to marshallsfh.com

Louella A. Bookamer, 85

Louella A. Bookamer, 85, of Ellwood City passed away Monday, November 6, 2023 at UPMC Jameson Hospital.

Born November 5, 1938 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Christopher A. and Kiturah J. Wineman McLaughlin.

Louella graduated from Lincoln High School in 1958. She had retired in 2011 after 43 years of working in the Dietary Department at the Ellwood City Hospital. She attended Park Gate Baptist. Louella loved cooking and also enjoyed playing Bingo, watching the Hallmark Channel, and spending time with her dog Rosie. Above all else, her most cherished moments were the times she was able to spend with her great-granddaughter Christina.

Survivors include her sister, Rachel Hoover of North Carolina; brother, Robert McLaughlin of Ellwood City; granddaughter, Samantha (Andrew) Zimmerman and great-granddaughter, Christina Lane.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sons, Glenn “George” and Keith Bookamer; daughter, Tracey Briner; two brothers, Clark and David McLaughlin, and one sister, Sara Campbell.

Visiting hours will be held on Thursday November 9, 2023 from 3:00 pm until the time of the Funeral Service at 6:00 pm at the Marshall Funeral Home, 200 Fountain Ave. Ellwood City.

Interment will follow in Grandview Cemetery.

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