Guy S. Masone, 80, of S. Mill Street, died Sunday, June 29, 2025, at his residence in New Castle, PA. He was born on April 6, 1945, in New Castle, the son of the late Victor ‘Mose’ and Eleanor (Coppola) Masone. He was a member of Holy Spirit Parish- St. Lucy Church. Mr. Masone retired from Rich & Freed Auto Parts after 25 years as a parts manager, and then was a manager for Albert Gabriel & Sons Scrap Yard for 20 years. He enjoyed fishing, Harness racing, riding his motorcycle, visiting Canda, and going to flea markets. He was everyone’s handyman, but above all, he loved being Papa Guy and was very proud of his grandchildren.
He is survived by one daughter, Rochelle M. Shaftic and her husband Jeff of New Castle, one stepson, Anthony ‘Tony’ Palladino, Jr., and his companion Lynn of New Castle, two grandchildren, Paige Shaftic and Jeffrey Michael Shaftic, one brother, Victor Masone, Jr., of Edinboro, PA, and one sister, Mary Ellen McConkey, of Cincinnati, OH.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his former spouse, Rosemarie (Spinelli) LaMont.
Visitation will be held Thursday, July 3, 2025, from 3 PM to 6 PM at the William F. & Roger M. DeCarbo Funeral Home, 926 Cunningham Avenue. Funeral Litegury Outside of Mass will be celebrated Thursday, July 3, 2025, at 6:00 PM, at the William F. DeCarbo Memorial Chapel. Deacon John Carran will officiate. Burial will be in St. Lucy Cemetery.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
926 Cunningham Avenue, New Castle, PA 16101

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more