All Obituaries

Larry Surrena, 65, of Harrisville passed away February 1, 2023 at Health Specialty Hospital at Heritage Valley, Beaver PA. Larry was born May 2, 1957 in Grove City.  He was the son of the late Oatis Surrena Jr and Anna Elizabeth Roxberry Surrena. Larry attended  Grove City High School.  He married Darlene Coon on July 12, 1975.  Together the couple had 3 children, Larry Jr, Clinton and  Joy Anna. Larry had previously worked at Mercer Forge, doing anything that was...

Leroy Clark, 77, of Polk passed away peacefully at home January 29, 2023. Leroy was born February 25, 1945 to the late late Irene Clark. Leroy graduated from Sharon High School.  He was married to Esther MacKey on September 21, 1966, she survives. Leroy proudly served his country, enlisting in the United States Army.  Leroy spent three years in Germany and was Discharged February 28, 1969.  He worked for Sharon Steel for many years and also owned and operated Clarks...

Dana L. Marlowe, 33, of Clarion formerly of Kennerdell, passed away January 11, 2023. Dana was born March 2, 1989 in Franklin, she was daughter of Kenneth “Kenny” and Margo McMillen Marlowe. Dana graduated from Franklin High School. Dana enjoyed spending time with her son, family and friends. She enjoyed arts and crafts, movies and music. Survived by her mother Margo Marlowe of Kennerdell, her son Caleb Edward, her sister Megan J. Marlowe, her brothers Daniel K. and Donald...

Cody James Donaldson, 28 of Harrisville, passed away unexpectedly due to an automobile accident January 5, 2023. Cody was born June 2, 1994 in Franklin PA to Michele and Rusty (Zeke) Donaldson of Harrisville. He is survived by his son Finnegan Donaldson who is 15 months, his parents Michele and Zeke, also his sisters Grace (Landon) Yoder and Emily Donaldson all of Harrisville.  He is also survived by a maternal grandfather Richard Chambers of Emlenton, his paternal grandmother Jeannie...

Sarita L. Trojanowski, 73 of Clintonville, passed away peacefully, December 28, 2022 at Hamot Medical Center in Erie. Sarita was born August 31, 1949 in Phillipsburg Pa.  She was the daughter of the late Andy and Louise E. Huber Harsomchuck.  Sarita’s father proudly served his country and was in the Navy.  She was named after the United States Navy Ship the USS Sarita AKA 39.    Sarita graduated from Moshannon Valley High School. She was married to Dennis...

Jody Shipton, 56 of Shippenville formerly of the Clintonville passed away at home December 23, 2022. Jody was born January 28, 1966 in Grove City, he was the son of the late Norman and Gladys Shipton.  Jody graduated from Mercer High School.  He was currently employed at Clarion Bathware as a truck driver.  Jody had previously worked for Tri-County in Grove City for a number of years.  He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers, Pirates and Penguin fan.  He and his family...

Lillian Schultz, 73, of Greenville passed away December 21, 2022 at Jameson Hospital. Lillian was born April 4, 1949 in Victory Township, Butler County. She was the daughter of the late Oatie and Bessie Collingwood Surrena. Lillian was married to Frederic Schultz who has preceded her in death. Lillian was a devoted housewife, mother and grandmother.  Lillian is survived by her sister Mary (Surrena) Brown, 3 sons; Frederic and wife Tina Schultz, Lonnie Schultz, and...

A Celebration of Life for Tyler Trapano, who passed away December 20, 2022, has been planned for Sunday, January 22, 2023.  Family will welcome friends at the Franklin VFW (411 9th Street, Franklin, Pa 16323) from 2-6pm. 

It is with great sorrow to announce the passing of Tyler V. Trapano, 27, on Tuesday, December 20, 2022. Tyler was born in Franklin, on September 15, 1995, beloved son of Linda and the late Mark Trapano. Tyler was a Union Painter traveling within the state of Pa. Most recently, he was working for a local construction company. Tyler loved the outdoors and fishing. You could always find him working on his car or rebuilding something. Tyler could fix anything he put his mind to. His greatest...

Philip O. Womer, 82, of Oil City, passed away November 30, 2022 at Transitions Healthcare Autumn Grove, Harrisville. Philip was born May 28, 1940 in Philipsburg, PA. He was the son of the late Orion and Josephine (Miller) Womer. Philip graduated from Oil City High School. He most recently worked for Northpointe Automotive in Seneca for over 20 year as a car salesman. Philip was an active member of Grace United Methodist Church in Oil City. He was active in the Oil City Baseball League for...