Obituaries

Shirley Ann Grotzinger, 72, of Friendship Street, died Friday, July 23, 2021 at UPMC Montefiore Hospital in Pittsburgh. She was born in New Castle on March 26, 1949, a daughter of the late Ira and Gladys (Baxter) Watt. She was married to Stephen J. Grotzinger on July 18, 1970, he survives in New Castle.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Michael Scarazzo on the morning of January 22, 2021 at the age of 74. Bob was born in New Castle to the late Norman and Mary Scarazzo.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Rosemary Bruno on the morning of 07/20/2021, at the age of 78. Rosemary was born in New Castle to the late Michael and Jennie (Jane) Singer of Mahoningtown.

William J. ‘Billy’ Sperdute, 67, of New Castle Street, formerly of Mahoningtown, died Monday, July 19, 2021 at The Grove-New Wilmington. He was born on September 13, 1953 in New Castle a son of the late Frank and Rose (Leone) Sperdute.

“You have delighted us long enough,” said famed English novelist, Jane Austen. After 94 years of delighting us on Earth, God decided it was time to call Fonce home to be with Him. Alfonso Frank Angelucci, 94, passed away peacefully from our world into Heaven at 7:45am on May 17, 2021. Known as “Fonce” or “Foncie” to all who knew him well and loved him, his passing will bring some silence to bowling alleys, card games, auto body garages, family gatherings, sporting events and wedding receptions that he would attend.

Carolyn Ann Glorioso, 97, formerly of Shenango Township, passed away the evening of July 9, 2021 at Jameson Care Center. Born on May 28, 1924 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late George and Sadie Cialella Caffro. On July 19, 1947, Carolyn married her beloved husband, Joseph J. Glorioso. He preceded her in death on January 30, 2018.

John “Bananas” Ross, 91, of New Castle passed away the afternoon of July 7, 2021 at UPMC Jameson. Born on September 27, 1929 in New Castle, he was the son of the late Arsenio (George) and Lena Mosley Ross. He is survived by his beloved wife, the former Joanna Audia, who he married on June 27, 1959.

Mafalda "Muffie" Palumbo Bucci, passed away on July 6, 2021 after a brief illness. She was born January 20, 1927, in New Castle, Pennsylvania, to the late Alexander and Anna Palladini Palumbo. She married Michael Domenick Bucci on February 21, 1946. He preceded her in death on January 26, 2006.

William P. Grannis, Jr., 79, of South Jefferson Street, died Monday, July 5, 2021 at his residence in New Castle. He was born August 14, 1941 in New Castle, a son of the late William P. Grannis, Sr. and the late Mary (Frabotta) Grannis. He married Patricia J. (Ferro) Grannis on July 5, 1966, she survives in New Castle.

William D. "Billy" Richards Jr., 66, of New Castle passed away on July 4, 2021, at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh. William was born on Nov. 26, 1954, in New Castle, the son of the late William D. and Jane (Carr) Richards Sr. Billy married Antonetta (Laurenza) Richards in 1976 and she survives him at home.

Angelo L. Ferrazzano, 76, of New Castle died Saturday, July 3, 2021 at UPMC Jameson Hospital, New Castle. Mr. Ferrazzano was born in Naples, Italy on February 26, 1945, a son of the late Francesco and Maria (Giardullo) Ferrazzano. He married Janis L. Fontana on May 12, 1973, she survives in New Castle.

Joseph S. DeRicco, 59, of New Castle passed away the afternoon of July 1, 2021 at UPMC Jameson. Joe was born in New Castle on November 4, 1961. Joe was married for twenty-five years to his beloved wife, the former Rae Lynn Kloss. She survives at home.

Joseph R. Malley, age 98, of New Castle passed away peacefully on June 25, 2021 surrounded by his family. He was born March 8, 1923 in Italy, son of the late Gerardo and Elvira Malizia Malley. He was a US Army veteran, having served during World War II, and was a purple heart recipient.

Ann M. Wolanski, 87, of Union Township died peacefully in the afternoon of June 22, 2021, in UPMC Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh, following a short illness. Born August 22, 1933, in New Castle, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Helen (Mrozek) Maslyk. Ann married Thaddeus B. (Ted) Wolanski on August 21, 1954, and he preceded her in death on June 30, 2008.

Kathleen A. Devine-Lebby, of New Castle, passed away at Allegheny General Hospital on June 22, 2021. Kathy was born in Bellevue to Edward C. and Dolores (Knoerdel) Devine. She is survived by her husband of 30 years, Glenn S. Lebby, whom she married on Oct. 6, 1990.

Patsy Piscitella Sr., 64, of New Castle passed away early on Father’s Day, June 20, 2021, at Butler Memorial Hospital. He was born in New Castle on April 8,1957 to the late John “Nickie” Piscitella and Mary (Vastano) Piscitella.

Rose Marie Kwolek passed away peacefully on June 18, 2021, at the age of 92. She was born on Feb. 28, 1929, to the late Dominic and Mary (Robb) Polis. She married her beloved and wonderful husband, Peter T. Kwolek, on June 11, 1955. Peter passed away on June 12, 2007, after 52 years of a wonderful marriage.

Judith Ann Drebus, age 79 of Neshannock Twp., passed away the evening of June 16, 2021, at her residence. Born March 21, 1942, in Pittsburgh, PA, she was the daughter of the late William Otto and Juanita (Boehmer) Klein. On January 19, 1963, she married her beloved husband of 58 years, Dale Drebus. He survives at home.

Delores M. (Dee) Venturi, 90, of New Castle passed away the morning of June 16, 2021 at Quality Life Services of New Castle. Born on January 15, 1931 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late John A. and Rose M. Naples Fulena. On October 20, 1951, Dee married her beloved husband, Richard J. Venturi, Sr. He preceded her in death on September 22, 1990.

William G. Pfahles, 83, of New Castle passed away Wednesday afternoon, June 16, 2021, in UPMC Jameson Hospital. Mr. Pfahles was born October 5, 1937, in New Castle, a son of the late Andrew and Marie (McNamara). His wife, Alice A. (DeVasil) Pfahles, whom he married October 2, 1960, preceded him in death January 15, 1994.