James N. Boyd, 89, of Ashberry Lane passed away the afternoon of September 16, 2013 at Jameson Memorial Hospital. Born in New Castle on May 19, 1924, James was the son of the late James E. and Margaret Ann Barckley Boyd. He is survived at home by his loving and devoted wife, the former Dorothy Henderson whom he married on May 20, 1950.

James was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during WWII. He was a member of Shenango Presbyterian Church. He retired from the New Castle Fire Department after twenty seven years as a city firefighter. James was a member of the Mahoning Lodge No. 243 and the New Castle Consistory No. 433. An avid bowler and golfer, James belonged to many leagues over the years. He was an accomplished musician, playing the trumpet and fiddle for the Lawrence County Community Band and the Roy Rubin Superstars.

In addition to his wife, James is survived by several nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Eileen Smolnik and Elma Marenkovic.

Visitation is Wednesday from 4PM to 7PM and Thursday from 10AM to 11AM at the Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory 3000 Wilmington Rd. A service will held on Thursday at the funeral home at 11AM officiated by Rev. Amy Na, pastor of Shenango Presbyterian Church. The New Castle Area Honor Guard will perform military honors at the funeral home.

Burial will take place at Castleview Memorial Gardens.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Shenango Presbyterian Church 3144 Wilmington Rd. New Castle, Pa. 16105.

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James E. Carmen, 62, of Beckford St. passed away the morning of September 16, 2013 at Jameson Hospital.

Born in Detroit, Michigan on November 15, 1950, James was the son of the late Willie and Anna Lee Simmons Thomas. Surviving at home is his wife, the former Delores Williams whom he married on August 13, 2005.

James attended Mitchell Hill College. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force serving two tours in Vietnam. James retired from the U.S. Postal Service where he worked as a letter carrier and was a board member of the Civil Service Commission. He was a member and trustee of St. Paul Baptist Church. James was also a member of the VFW Post 315, the United Way and the New Castle Personnel Board. He cherished the times he spent with his family and grandchildren.

In addition to his wife, James is survived by his four sons, Lamont Carmen of Columbus, OH; Jermaine Waters of New Castle; Carlos Akins of New Castle; and DeVon Carmen of New Castle; four step children, Joan Williams of Pittsburgh; Keonna Fuqua of New Castle; Daquon Fuqua of New Castle; and Jasiah Williams of New Castle; brother, Frederick W. Simmons and wife Lorana of Warren, OH; nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Visitation is Friday from 11AM to 12PM at the Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory 941 S. Mill St New Castle, PA. followed by a service at 12PM at the funeral home. Rev. Robert H. Mills of St. Paul Baptist Church will officiate. The New Castle Area Honor Guard will perform military honors at the funeral home.

Burial will take place at Graceland Cemetery.

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Audrey Louise Walsh, 87, of Overlook Medical Center, formerly of Wilmington Rd, passed away the afternoon of September 19, 2013 at Jameson Memorial Hospital. She was born on December 12, 1925 in Wheeling, WV to the late William Albert and Chloe Truex Dowdell. On July 17, 1959, she married Gerald E. Walsh. They were happily together for many years until he preceded her in death on October 26, 1994.

Audrey worked as a waitress for Troggio’s Restaurant. She also previously worked at Frengel’s Restaurant and Shenango China. A lover of flowers, one of her favorite activities was gardening. She also enjoyed canning. Always a pleasant and very giving woman, she loved helping her neighbors whenever she was needed.

Audrey is survived by her brother, David A. Dowdell of New Castle, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she is preceded in death by her infant daughter, Patricia Lynn Walsh, and brothers, Donald E. Dowdell and two infant brothers.

Visitation will be held on Monday from 4PM to 7PM at the Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory 3000 Wilmington Rd. Services will be held Tuesday at 11AM at the funeral home, officiated by Rev. Dennis Bupp.

Entombment will take place at Castleview Memorial Gardens.

Audrey loved animals and, in her memory, asks that donations be made to the Lawrence County Humane Society PO Box 62 New Castle, PA 16103.

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Anna E. Vitale, 94, of N. Cedar Street passed away the evening of September 19, 2013 in Golden Hill Nursing Home.

She was born January 13, 1919 in New Castle. She was preceded in death by her parents; her father, Michael Masters and her step-mother, Mary Masters. She married her husband, the late James Vitale on February 3, 1940. He preceded her in death October 26, 1998.

Mrs. Vitale worked as a decorator for 37 years for Shenango China. Anna enjoyed playing bingo and going to the casino’s. She was a loving wife, mother, sister and grandmother who loved spending time with her family. She also loved listening to her grandson sing. She was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Parish.

Anna is survived by a daughter, Louise Long and husband Emil of New Castle; two brothers, Nick Mastrantuoni and Mike Masters both of New Castle; six grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Patsy Vitale; two sisters, Florence Russo and Mary Domenick and a brother, John Masters.

Visitation will be Monday from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM at the Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 941 S. Mill Street. A blessing service will be held Monday at 6:00 PM at the funeral home. Father Nicholas Vaskov of St. Vincent de Paul Parish will officiate. Interment will be in St. Lucy Cemetery.

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Agnes Russo Cossentino, 92, of Golden Hill Nursing Home, New Castle passed away the afternoon of September 21, 2013 in Golden Hill Nursing Home.

Born August 4, 1921 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late John and Philomena DeMauro Rossi. Preceding her in death was her first husband, the late Alfred F. Russo, Sr. who passed away August 29, 1969. She later married her second husband, the late John J. Cossentino, Jr. on July 26, 1972. He preceded her in death March 2, 1996.

In earlier years, Agnes worked for Strouss’ Department Store as a sales clerk. She retired from St. Francis Hospital where she worked as a nurse’s aide. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, crocheting and bowling. She was a loving wife, mother, sister and grandmother who will be missed by those who knew her. Agnes was a member of Christ King Parish.

She is survived by her children, John Russo and wife Sandra of Sarasota, FL, Beverly Majocka and husband Stanley of Pittsburgh and Alfred Russo, Jr. and wife Sharon of New Castle; daughter-in-law, Judith Russo of New Castle; brothers, Paul Rossi of Apex, NC, John Rossi of New Castle and Anthony Rossi of Ellwood City; sisters, Rose Fusetti of Oregon and Theresa DeCaro of Ellwood City; seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and husbands, Agnes was preceded in death by a son, Angelo A. Russo, Sr.; sisters, Mary Russo and Caroline Lonnett and brothers, Domenick Rossi and Peter Rossi.

Visitation will be Tuesday from 4:00PM – 8:00PM at the Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 3000 Wilmington Road, New Castle. A blessing service will be held Wednesday at 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Interment will be in St. Lucy Cemetery.

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Donna L. Davitt, 65, of Cleveland passed away Sept. 19, 2013, in Boardman, Ohio.

Born on September 7, 1948 in Cleveland, Ohio she was the daughter of the late Earl A. and Iris J. Parkhurst Fulmer.

Donna had been the owner and operator of the Reeds Longbranch Tavern in Cleveland and then the Dales Lounge, also in Cleveland, Ohio. She was an avid fan of wrestling. Donna loved spending time with her family and cherished the times she spent with her grandchildren.

She is survived by her daughter, Delta Dawn (Dee Dee) Walther Lynch of New Castle; and three grandchildren, Dalton Naramore, Alora Lynch and Jamee Lynch.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her companion of twenty five years, Chuck Summerson.

There are no calling hours or services. Arrangements are by the Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory 941 S. Mill St.

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Darlene Williamson, 69, of Edinburg, Pa. passed away the morning of November 4, 2013 at Jameson Hospital.

Born in New Castle on August 7, 1944, Darlene was the daughter of the late Herman and Violet Mielke. Surviving at home is her husband, Ernest Williamson, Sr. whom she married on July 3, 1965.

Darlene enjoyed being a homemaker who took pride in raising her family and cherished spending time with her husband, children and grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, Darlene is survived by her four children, Brenda Lee Douglas of West Middlesex; Sue Ann McLaren of Edinburg; Valerie Bonadio of Edinburg; Ernest Williamson, Jr. of Edinburg; three sisters, Donna Kordish of New Castle; Anna Mae Woods of New Castle; Delores Sayers of Beaver Falls; ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, Herman Mielke, Louie Mielke and her sisters, Mary Jane Kordish, Bertha Mielke, Louella Gilson, Loretta Alden and Evelyn Wojciechowski and Pauline Mielke.

Visitation is Wednesday from 1PM to 4PM at the Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory 941 S. Mill St. followed by a service at 4PM officiated by Rev. Bill Beck.

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Serenity Ann Duncan, 3 months of N. Ray St. passed away November 3, 2013 at Jameson Memorial Hospital. Born on July 23, 2013 in New Castle, Serenity is the daughter of Orville R. Duncan, IV and Annessa Mike.

She is survived by her sister, Rachel Clements of New Castle; her maternal grandparents, Lisa Rennee Campbell of New Castle; Anthony Mike of Greene County, PA; paternal grandparents, Orville R. Duncan, III and his wife Katrina of New Castle; paternal great-grandparents, Mini Jo Lutz and her husband Ronnie of Ellwood City; maternal great-grandparents, Dolores Mike and her husband Donald of Greene County, PA; and her aunts, uncles and cousins.

She is preceded in death by her maternal great grandparents, Linda Ann and her husband David B. Woods, paternal great-grandparents, Calvin and his wife Linda Shay Runnyan and her great-uncle, Donald Mike, Jr.

Calling hours and services are private. Burial will take place at Parkside Cemetery.

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Audrey L. Blackwell, 71, of Home St, passed away the afternoon of November 5, 2013 at Kindred Hospital. She was born on November 6, 1941 in New Castle. On October 26, 1963, she married Rev. James Blackwell, Sr., and they spent many happy years together until he preceded her in death on June 27, 2010.

Audrey was a homemaker and a devout member and church mother of Prayer Chapel-Church of God in Christ. She enjoyed attending church and participating in many different church activities.

Audrey is survived by her children, Janice Blackwell of Norcross, GA, Jeryl Blackwell of Flint, MI, Joyce Blackwell of Jacksonville, FL, James O. Blackwell III of New Castle, Mark Blackwell of Jacksonville, FL, and Brian Blackwell of Killeen, TX; sister, Eileen Robinson of New Castle; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Jacquelyn Blackwell, and son, Trevor Blackwell.

Family will receive friends on Sunday from 10AM to 11AM at Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory 941 S Mill St. A memorial service will be held at 11AM on Sunday at the funeral home, officiated by Pastor Ivan Scott.

Interment will take place at Parkside Cemetery.

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Lucy P. Nard, 94, of New Castle passed away the morning of November 9, 2013 at Jameson Hospital. Born in Brent, Pa. on March 31, 1919, Lucy is preceded in death by her parents, Nick Rico and Rose Bucci Rico. She was also preceded in death by her step-father, Albert Rico. She is survived by her husband, Michael Nard, whom she married on June 14, 1941.

Lucy was a member of St. Vitus Church. She was the owner and operator of Lou’s Beauty Shop for over twenty five years. She enjoyed needlework and reading. Lucy was also known as a wonderful cook and baker. Above all, Lucy cherished the times she spent with her family.

She is survived by her husband, her children, Bonnie Nard of New Castle; John Nard and his wife LeeAnne of New Castle; her brother, Sam Rico, Sr. of New Castle; her sister, Ann Johns of Grove City; two grandchildren and one great-grandchild. In addition to her parents and step father, Lucy is preceded in death by two brothers, Henry Rico and Tony Rico, and four sisters, Maria Rossi, Elizabeth Houston Smith, Nellie Iatonna and Jennie Grego.

There were no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Vitus Church officiated by Father Nicholas Vaskov.

Interment is at St. Vitus Cemetery.

The family requests memorial contributions be mailed to Personal Touch Home Health Services 15 W. Grant St. New Castle, Pa. 16101.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory 941 S. Mill St.

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Joseph T. Zumpella, 97, of W. Cherry St, passed away the afternoon of November 9, 2013 at Jameson Hospital.

Born in New Castle on April 23, 1916, he was the son of the late Vincenzo and Pasqualina Cea Zumpella. On July 21, 1938, he married the former Mary Frank, and the two spent many happy years together until she preceded him in death on January 30, 1997.

Joseph retired as car inspector for Baltimore and Ohio Railroad and Chesapeake and Ohio Railway. He was a member of St. Vincent dePaul Parish and the Holy Name Society of the Church. Joseph belonged to the Knights of Columbus Council #512. He was also a member and officer of the former Christopher Columbus Society. An avid golfer, he was the treasurer for the Mohawk Senior Golf League for 25 years. Joseph also loved gardening.

Joseph is survived by his son, Clement Zumpella and wife Denise of Struthers, OH; sister, Connie Maiorano of New Castle; grandchildren, Lisa Jordan and husband John and Joseph Zumpella and wife Danielle; and great-grandson, Alexander Joseph Zumpella. In addition to his parents and wife, he is preceded in death by his brothers, Clement, Michael, Frank, and Ernest Zumpella; and sister, Jennie Cenname.

Visitation will be held Monday from 4PM to 7PM at Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory 941 S Mill St. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10AM on Tuesday at St. Vincent dePaul Church, officiated by Fr. William Siple.

A procession will leave the funeral home at 9:30AM.

Entombment will take place at Castleview Memorial Gardens.

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Andrew A. Esposito, Sr., 97, of New Castle passed away the evening of November 8, 2013 at Jameson Hospital.

Born in New Castle on November 4, 1916, Andrew was the son of the late Ralph and Angelina Divarista Esposito. Preceding him in death on June 23, 2013 is his loving wife of 71 years, the former Viola A. Naples.

Andrew was a member of St. Vitus Church. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during WWII. Andrew retired from Castle Brand Meat Packing where he worked as a laborer. Prior to that, he had worked for twenty five years for the Pittsburgh and Lake Erie Railroad. Andrew was a avid fan of golf, playing for most of his life and achieving his first hole in one at the age of 80 and his second at the age of 81. He enjoyed gardening and attending music concerts with his wife, Viola. Andrew was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather who cherished the times with his family.

Survivors include his three children all of New Castle, Andrew Esposito, Jr. and wife JoAnn; Ronald Esposito, Sr. and wife Karen; Richard Esposito and wife Karen; two brothers Dom (Mick) Esposito and Nunzio Esposito, both of New Castle; four grandchildren, Brad Esposito, Brian Esposito, Jennifer Fedrizzi, Ronald Esposito, Jr. and four great-grandchildren, Sarah, Nicholas, Aliana and Sasha.

In addition to his parents and wife, Andrew is preceded in death by his brothers, Charles Esposito, Stanley Esposito and Sam Esposito and his sister, Effie Kroysin.

Visitation is Tuesday from 10AM to 11AM at St. Vitus Church followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11AM officiated by his nephew, Rev. Father Sam Esposito. Entombment will take place at Castleview Memorial Gardens.

The family requests memorial donations may be mailed to Par For The Cure 913 Dushane St. New Castle, Pa. 16101 or by visiting Joann@parforthecure.com.

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Anthony Pacillo, 82, of New Castle passed away the morning of November 12, 2013 in Hillsville, Pa.

Born in Hillsville, Pa. on August 10,1931, Anthony was the son of the late Venanzio and Jeanette Calebrese Pacillo. Preceding him in death on July 30,2009 is his wife, the former Barbara Vandergrift. Anthony was a veteran of the U.S. Navy.

He worked in the family fishing marina business in Florida and retired from the Inmar Machine Company in Jacksonville, Florida where he worked as a office manager for fourteen years. He lived in Texas, Jacksonville, Florida and returned to Pennsylvania after his retirement. Anthony loved carpentry and built his own house in Florida. He enjoyed making homemade wine for which he won many blue ribbons at wine tasting contests. Anthony also enjoyed gardening, especially picking figs off his fig tree. Anthony was a member of the Mahoning Sportsman Club and the Johnson Club of Hillsville. He loved family gatherings they hosted at their home every year and will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Anthony is survived by his brother, Robert (Philco) Pacillo of Hillsville; sisters, Nataline Wyza and husband William, Sr. of Hillsville; Lucille Sallmen and husband Fred of New Castle; Donna Hartle and husband Bernard of New Castle; brother-in-law, Don Merrill, sister-in-law, Lois Pacillo and his nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents and wife, Anthony is preceded in death by his daughter, Jeanette Marie Pacillo, brother, John Pacillo and sister, Anna Marie Merrill.

Visitation is Friday from 5PM to 8PM at the Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory 3000 Wilmington Rd.

A Blessing Service will be held at the funeral home on Saturday at 11AM officiated by Rev. Father James Downs of Christ the King Parish. Burial will take place at St. Lawrence Cemetery.

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Clementine George, 93, of Overlook Medical Clinic, formerly of Cascade St. passed away the morning of November 12, 2013.

Born in Ellwood City, Pa. on June 17, 1920, Clementine was the daughter of the late Dominick and Rose Fresa Carusone. Preceding her in death on November 24, 1980, is her husband, Mike George whom she married on July 17, 1952.

She was a member of St. Elias Orthodox Church. Surviving are her sons, Richard Lewis and Gerald Lewis, both of New Castle; her sister, Florence Vernino of New Castle; twelve grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and husband, Clementine is preceded in death by her daughter, Donna Librandi and her brothers, Albert Carusone, Joseph Zona and her grandson, James Librandi. There are no calling hours.

Arrangements are by the Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory 941 S. Mill St. Burial will take place at Castleview Memorial Gardens.

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Josephine Schotsch, 84, of Nesbit Rd, passed away the afternoon of November 12, 2013 at her residence. Born on March 15, 1929 in Hilgartsberg, Germany, she was the daughter of the late Max and Therese Hautzenberger Rimboeck. She was preceded in death by her late husband, Michael Schotsch, who passed away on November 21, 1991.

Josephine was a homemaker and volunteered as a seamstress for Jameson Hospital. She was a member of Christ Lutheran Church and the Eintracht Singing Society. Josephine loved sewing and baking.

Josephine is survived by her daughter, Josephine Andres of New Castle, and sisters, Berta Girdham of England and Therese Fischer of Germany. In addition to her parents and husband, she is preceded in death by her son, Michael G. Schotsch; brothers, Hans, Max, and Alfons Rimboeck; and sisters, Anna Rauch and Maria Eisele.

Visitation will take place on Saturday from 10:30AM to 12Noon at Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory 941 S Mill St. Services will be held at the funeral home on Saturday at 12Noon, officiated by Rev. Sean Walters, pastor of Christ Lutheran Church.

Interment will take place at Oak Park Cemetery.

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Gwendoyln Herb, 72, of West Pittsburg, passed away the morning of November 16, 2013 at Golden Hill Nursing Home. She was born on July 25, 1941 to the late Earl and Gwendolyn Nelson Hiler. On May 5, 1961, she married her loving husband, Chester W. Herb, Sr. He survives at home.

Gwendolyn loved playing bingo and cards. Her greatest joy came from spending time with her family. She was always proud of her six sons and her grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, Gwendolyn is survived by her sons, Chester W. Herb, Jr. and wife Tammy of New Castle, Brian Herb and wife Autumn of Seven Fields, PA, Leslie Herb and wife Brenda of New Castle, Scott Herb and wife Kim of New Castle, Eric Herb and wife Melodi of New Castle, and Bradley Herb and wife Taralee of New Castle. She is also survived by her brothers, Harold Hiler and Harry Hiler, both of New Castle, and her thirteen grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, Gwendolyn is preceded in death by her brothers, Earl, William, and James Hiler, and sisters, Harriet Evans, Dorothy Pagley, her twin sister Jacqueline Polansky, and Bonnie Lou Kaufman.

Private calling hours and services will be held.

Burial will be held at Parkside Cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory 941 S Mill St.

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Chong S. (Ruby) Wigley, 71, of Quarry Rd. passed away the afternoon of November 18, 2013. Arrangements are being handled by the Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. 941 S. Mill St. A full obituary will be in Thursday’s edition of the New Castle News.

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Mariah Jai Anderson, 22, of W. Washington St. passed away the evening of November 17, 2013 in New Castle.

Born in New Castle on February 2, 1991, Mariah is survived by her mother, Lyvonnus Prowell of New Castle and is preceded in death by her father, Joseph Anderson. She was devoted member of St. Paul Baptist Church where she had been baptized.

She was a 2009 graduate of New Castle High School. Mariah worked at Walmart in the Deli department. Mariah had a wonderful personality and was known as a happy, friendly and caring person. She enjoyed going for walks with her dog. Above all, Mariah adored her children and loved the times she spent with them and her family. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

In addition to her mother, surviving are her children, Pilaar Anderson, Melinda “Mimi” and Carvale, all at home, her maternal grandmother, Ethel Prowell of New Castle; her brothers, Jay Prowell, Derek Caraway, Lee Plotts, Richard Anderson, Lefaughn Prowell, all of New Castle; her sisters, Tirisha Prowell and Levaughn Prowell, both of New Castle; her godmother, Mesha Hogan of Virginia and a host of family and friends.

In addition to her father, Mariah is preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Waddell Prowell.

Visitation is Thursday from 5PM to 7PM at the Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory 941 S. Mill St.

A Homegoing Service will be held at the funeral home on Friday at 11AM officiated by Pastor Robert H. Mills, Sr., of St. Paul Baptist Church.

Burial will take place at Parkside Cemetery and Mausoleum.

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Lifelong Edinburg resident, Paul F. Kuhn, 84, was called home to eternal rest on November 20, 2013 at 2:25 AM after a long illness. Paul was surrounded by his loving family during his passing.

Paul was born April 23, 1929 in Edinburg, the son of the late George V. and Ethel (Leeper) Kuhn. On August 13, 1955 he married his wife, the former Virginia (Genie) Pfahles who preceded him in death on December 2, 2011.

Paul was raised on the family farm; learning about working from an early age. He would deliver eggs and milk to customers in a horse drawn wagon to New Castle, take care of the family livestock, and till and plant the fields. Paul was always helpful and a worker. He would always say “do you need some help” even through his sickness. He was also best known for the wonderful hugs he would give.

He was a United States Army veteran. He retired after 45 years as a millwright working for local union #1871. Mr. Kuhn was a member of St. James the Apostle Church and an active member of the St. James Mens group.

Paul is survived by two daughters, Maureen Kuhn of Edinburg and Brenda Trombitas of Edinburg; two sons, Roger Kuhn of New Wilmington and Brian Kuhn of Edinburg; stepbrother, Joseph Campbell and wife Beverly of Ohio; sister-in-law, Rhea Belle Kuhn of New Castle and two grandchildren, Ann Kuhn and Garrett Kuhn.

In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Marian L. Spellick and Emma Grace Kuhn and one brother, Franklin L. Kuhn.

Visitation will be Friday from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM at the Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 3000 Wilmington Road, New Castle. The New Castle Area Honor Guard will conduct military rites on Saturday at 9:30 AM at the funeral home. A procession will leave the funeral home at 9:45 AM on Saturday for a mass of christian burial to be celebrated at 10:30 AM at St. James the Apostle Church. Father James Downs will officiate. Interment will be in St. James Cemetery.

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Esther D. Janacone, 81, of S. Scott St, passed away the afternoon of November 20, 2013 at her residence. Born on September 26, 1932 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Augustine and Tarsilla Bucci Giancola. On October 20, 1956, she married her loving husband of 57 years, Richard Janacone. He survives at home.

Esther worked in the Accounts Receivable department for Sparmon Fischler. She was a member of St. Vitus Church and a 1950 graduate of New Castle High School. She enjoyed travelling to Cape Hatteras with her family, seeing Broadway plays, and was a huge Pirates fan. Esther’s greatest joy, though, was feeding her friends and family. She was well known for her Pizza Saturdays at her summer home in Kennerdell. Her family will surely miss her loud laugh and beautiful smile.

In addition to her husband, Esther is survived by her children, David Janacone and wife Carol, Dyanne Janacone, and Debbie Miles and husband Ed, all of New Castle; and grandchildren, Michael, Janine, Jordan, and Zayna. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers, Bernard, Augustine, and Orest Giancola; and sisters, Ann and Yolanda Giancola.

Visitation will be held on Friday from 4pm to 7pm at Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory 941 S Mill St. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday at 10am at St. Vitus Church with a procession leaving the funeral home at 9:30am, officiated by Rev. Frank Almade.

Burial will take place at Parkside Cemetery.

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