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Betty C. Owoc, 87, of Union Township passed away the afternoon of Nov. 19, 2022, at Avalon Place. Born on Dec. 10, 1934, in New Castle, Betty was born the daughter of the late Michael and Katherine Cwynar Cwiakala. On Aug. 30, 1958, Betty married her beloved husband, Marion W. Owoc. He preceded her in death on Aug. 31, 2014.

Patricia A. Rossi, 84, of New Castle passed away the morning of Nov. 16, 2022, at her residence. Born on March 27, 1938, in New Castle, Patty was the daughter of the late Walter and Nellie Krupa Wacikowski. On Sept. 10, 1960, Patty married her beloved husband, John W. Rossi. He preceded her in death on May 21, 2002.

William J. Dess, age 92, of Union Township, passed away the evening of November 12, 2022, at his residence. Born Nov. 1, 1930, in New Castle, he was the son of Joseph and Mary (Duff) Dess. He was preceded in death on January 2, 1995, by his wife of 40 years, Helen (Cobler) Dess, whom he married on January 15, 1955.

Bessemer, David C. Lysiak, 36, passed away Nov. 11, 2022, at UPMC Jameson. David was born Jan. 14, 1986, in Beaver, Pennsylvania.

David Eugene Zarella, 81, of Hillsville, Pennsylvania, who everyone always knew as "Papa," passed away the morning of Nov. 10, 2022, at Good Samaritan Hospice in Beaver, Pennsylvania. Born in New Castle on Oct. 26, 1941, Eugene was the son of the late Felix and Anna Macri Zarella. Eugene is survived by his beloved wife, the former Susan Betz.

Donald J. Pilch of New Castle, Pennsylvania, passed away on Nov. 8, 2022, after being surrounded by his loved ones. Born Aug. 15, 1941, Don was a cherished "Pa" to his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchild and the best husband, brother, uncle, and friend to countless others.

Carmella Colatruglio, 92, of Shenango Township, passed away November 8, 2022 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 21, 1930 in San Bartolomeo in Galdo Benevento, Italy, Carmella was the daughter of the late Michael and Maria Valeza Fiorilli. Preceding her in death on October 22, 1993 was her beloved husband of over forty-three years, Pietrangelo Colatruglio, whom she married on April 17, 1950.

Connie A. Bloise, 91, passed away November 7, 2022 at Haven Convalescent Home.

Francis J. Klamut, 71, of New Castle passed away the afternoon of Nov. 6, 2022, at Quality Life Service of New Castle. Born on March 22, 1951, in New Castle, Francis was the son of the late Ted and Clara Melcer Klamut.

Cameron J. Vandevort, 38, of Harmony, PA, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes early Saturday morning, November 5, 2022, at his home. Cam was born December 20, 1983, in New Castle, a son of Dale and Maureen (Van Eman) Vandevort.

Jean M. Buzinski Calvert passed away on October 20, 2022. She was born October 21, 1953 in Mt. Clements, MI to Marion “Mike” Buzinski and “Polka Annie” Szymanek Buzinski. Jean married Robert “Bobby” Calvert on June 27, 2001 who survives at home.

A huge thank you to everyone who participated in From Our Hearts to Your Soles service to the poor in our community. Working with Dr. Stephen Conti and Red Wing Boots, we were able to provide 196 boots/shoes to those in need. 34 of our middle school students helped in a variety of ways – from greeting people as they came into the doors, helping to size boots. We also had available coats, gloves, scarves and hygiene items. This is what it means to be an active Catholic Christian. We have to strive daily to put our faith into action. This act of discipleship begins with prayer and a grateful and tenacious spirit that is open to service and evangelization.

Lucille M. Scarnati, 76, of New Castle, passed away the morning of Oct. 24, 2022, at UPMC Jameson Hospital. Born Dec. 15, 1945, in New Castle, Lucille was the daughter of the late Emedio and Phyllis Mae Orlando Gennock. On Feb. 2, 1967, Lucille married her beloved husband, Albert J. Scarnati. He preceded her in death on Nov. 2, 2020.

Thomas James DeStefano, 81, of Meadowview Blvd. died Saturday, October 22, 2022 at Haven Convalescent Home in New Castle. He was born on November 28, 1940 in New Castle, a son of the late Samuel and Maria (Ambroselli) DeStefano. Mr. DeStefano married Dianne M. (Mateja) DeStefano on September 21, 1963, she survives in New Castle.

Romeo David Zarlenga, 93, of Youngstown, Ohio, formerly of Croton Avenue, passed away the evening of Oct. 18, 2022, at Hospice House in Poland, Ohio. Born Dec. 6, 1928, in New Castle, Romeo was the son of the late Liberato and Clara DePinto Zarlenga. On May 28, 1955, Romeo married his beloved wife, the former Nellie Rand. She preceded him in death on March 10, 2012.

Antonette Frank, 91, formerly of Mahoningtown passed away the morning of October 13, 2022 at Jameson Care Center. Born on November 11, 1930 in Hillsville, PA, Antonette was the daughter of the late Peter and Cecila Pezzuolo Merolillo. On August 21, 1948, Antonette married her beloved husband, Nick Frank. He preceded her in death on April 19, 2005.

Robert P. Mrozek, 77, of 101 Angela Lane passed away the evening of Oct. 11, 2022, at his home. Robert was born on April 6, 1945, in New Castle. He was the son of the late Alex and Catherine (Nasal) Mrozek. Robert was married to Laurel SulAlivan. She survives at home.

Josephine L. Lobazo, 96, of Neshannock Township passed away the morning of Oct. 12, 2022, at UPMC Avalon Nursing Home. Josephine was born on March 19, 1926, in Plain Grove Township. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Anna (Hynal) Rzicznek. She was married to the late Harry P. Lobazo. He preceded her in death on Oct. 26, 2005. They were married for 59 years.

Julia Russo, 93, of New Castle passed away the morning of October 5, 2022 at her residence. Born in Aliquippa on March 5, 1929, Julia was the daughter of the late Carmen and Grace Sacripanti Scarazzo. On July 9, 1949 Julia married her beloved husband, Francis N. “Hawky” Russo. He preceded her in death on May 14, 1996.

Edward Pagley, 68, passed away the evening of October 4, 2022 at UPMC Shadyside Hospital. Born on September 25, 1954 in New Castle, Eddie was the son of the late James Pagley, Sr. and Viola Scopio Pagley. On September 2, 1978 Eddie married his beloved wife, the former Denise L. Scrim. She survives at home.