Ed & Don DeCarbo Funeral Home & Crematory

05/26/2026

MEET OUR TEAM — Lindsey DiGia-Vatter joined Ed & Don DeCarbo Funeral Home, Inc. full-time in March 2025. Lindsey graduated in January 2026 from the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science and has successfully passed her National Board Exam and PA State Board Exams. She currently works as an Intern Funeral Director. Her calling to Funeral Service is a second career for Lindsey, and she believes the culmination of her life experiences will allow her to compassionately help families navigate loss. She hopes to advance deathcare education in the community and offer families unique ways to honor their loved one.

Lindsey is a life-long resident of Neshannock Township. She graduated from Neshannock High School in 2003, Grove City College with a B.S. in Entrepreneurship in 2007, then in 2010, earned her MBA from Indiana Wesleyan University. In 2024, she completed the Certified Crematory Operator Certification (CCO) through the NFDA. Lindsey has two sons, Matthew and Caden. She often volunteers for their school activities and supports their involvement at the New Castle Playhouse. Lindsey previously served two terms as Board President for Neshannock Elementary PTO. She is active in Neshannock School District, including two years as Treasurer for the Stevenson Scholarship committee, NTEF Festival of Trees volunteer, and eight years of coaching.

In her free time, Lindsey enjoys spending time outdoors, reading, and above all, being with her sons.

We are lucky to have Lindsey on our team ❤️

Call us at Ed & Don DeCarbo Funeral Home & Crematory to begin your planning: 724-658-4711

Visit our website: https://www.decarbofh.com/about/staff

05/19/2026

Pre-planning isn’t just about preparation—it’s about making thoughtful choices that reflect your values and wishes. We’re here to help every step of the way.

Give us a call at Ed & Don DeCarbo Funeral Home & Crematory to begin your planning: 724-658-4711

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05/05/2026

MEET OUR TEAM — Vince is a lifelong resident of New Castle, PA and currently resides in Union Township with his wife, the former Carletta Lombardo and their son Vincent, a student at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Drexel University.

Vince has been a Licensed Funeral Director for over thirty years, and is presently the Supervisor of the Wilmington Road location. A graduate of the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science, he also earned a B.A. in Political Science from Gannon University.

Vince has been committed to serving families and the local community for over three decades. He is a member of Holy Spirit Parish – St. Vitus Church where he serves as a lector, member of the Finance Council, and was past President of the Holy Name Society and Parish Council. He has been honored as “Man of the Year” by the St. Vitus Holy Name Society. Vince is a former Lawrence County Deputy Coroner. He has formerly been a member of many local Executive Boards including the Board of the American Red Cross, the Villa Maria Education Center, and the GNC Community Federal Credit Union. He has also served as part of The New Castle Hospital Authority, The Redevelopment Authority of Lawrence County, The Lawrence County Land Bank, and was formerly a Union Township Auditor.

Currently, Vince is an elected Supervisor of Union Township, a member of the Union Township Athletic Boosters, and the Union Township Lions Club. He is an Honorary Member of the New Castle Area Honor Guard and a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #512, 3rd Degree.

He is a member of the National Funeral Directors Association, Pennsylvania Funeral Directors Association, and the Beaver-Lawrence County Funeral Directors Association.

We are lucky to have Vince on our team ❤️

Call us at Ed & Don DeCarbo Funeral Home & Crematory to begin your planning: 724-658-4711

Visit our website: https://www.decarbofh.com/about/staff

04/14/2026

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04/14/2026

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03/22/2026

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01/24/2026

Everyone grieves differently. Some days feel manageable; others feel overwhelming. On this day of awareness, we honor the personal and evolving nature of grief and remind you: there is no timeline for healing.

01/19/2026

Dr. King once said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” On this day of reflection, we remember his message and the power of serving with dignity and empathy.

01/14/2026

Pets have a special way of offering comfort through all of life’s moments. On Dress Up Your Pet Day, we celebrate the joy and companionship they bring—sometimes in a bowtie or a cozy sweater.

01/12/2026

The winter months can bring more than cold weather—they can weigh heavily on the heart. If you’re feeling the effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder, know that it’s okay to slow down and seek warmth in small moments of care.