All Obituaries

Dennis R. Swalin, 75, of Monessen, passed away on Friday, January 27, 2023 in Mon Valley Care Center. He was born on December 31, 1947 in Monessen, the son of the late Elfing and Yolanda (Dustolfo) Swalin. He was a member of Word of Life Church in Hempfield and a 1966 graduate of Monessen High School. Dennis was a United States Navy Veteran and served his country during Vietnam. He worked as a Engineer throughout the Nuclear Energy field. Surviving are his loving wife of 35 years,...

Dolores "Dolly" Seykoski, 90, of Monessen, passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023 in Woodhaven Care Center, Monroeville with her loving family by her side. She was born on February 7, 1932 in Monessen, the daughter of the late Peter and Irene (Stefansky) Sowko. She was a member of St. Mary Byzantine Catholic Church where she was also a former member of the St. Mary's Ladies. She worked at John G. Check Furniture, as a Administrative Assistant, and later on worked at the...

David  Sitkowski, 66, of Washington, PA, passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023 suddenly in Washington Hospital. He was born on May 7, 1956 in North Charleroi, the son of the late Victor and Minnie (Esola) Sitkowski. He was a 1974 graduate of Monessen High School. David worked as a chef at Union Grill and Tiffany Place. He volunteered his time at Washington City Mission helping people who were struggling with addiction. He is survived by a daughter, Erica Sitkowski of Monessen and...

John A. Imbrogno peacefully left this world and was promoted to glory on January 21, 2023. John was born on December 21, 1953 to John L."Midnite" and Irene E.(Pehonsky) Imbrogno.  He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Nancy. John's strong spirit and heart of gold enabled him to make a friend in everyone he met. John was an active member of the community as an Honorary Monessen Volunteer Fireman, ARCDD member and Eagle Scout. John was an avid bowler, golfer,...

James G. Nahas Jr., 88, of Carroll Township, passed away on Monday, January 2, 2023 at home. He was born on May 1, 1934 in Charleroi, the son of the late James and Victoria Nahas. He was a member of Epiphany of our Lord Church, The Charleroi-Monongahela Masons Lodge No. 337, and the YMCA. He was a 1952 Graduate of Charleroi High School and went on and graduated with his bachelors degree from California Teachers College. He was a retired teacher from Baldwin Whitehall High School where he ran...

Walter J. "Wawa" Freidhof Jr., 77, formerly of Long Branch and Monessen, passed away on January 2, 2023 at South Hills Rehabilitation and Wellness Center, in Canonsburg. He was born on April 8, 1945, son of the late Walter J. and Betty (Prati) Freidhof. Walter grew up in Monessen and was well known throughout the Mid Mon Valley. Walter traveled throughout much of the US with his late wife during their 31 year marriage. He is survived by his uncle Arthur J. Prati. And cousins...

Gene M. Yatchyshyn Sr., 74, of Monessen, passed away on Monday December 19, 2022 in Jefferson Hospital. He was born in New Eagle, on August 30, 1948, the son of the late Charles and Josephine Teslovich Yatchyshyn. Gene was a 1967 graduate of Monessen High School and attended the Electronics Institute. He later served his union internship with local 302/354. Gene owned and operated Reda Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning in Monessen for over 20 years. He was a member of Epiphany of Our...

Donna Jean Steck Thorpe, 77, of Monessen, went to be with the Lord peacefully on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 in Mount Macrina Manor, Uniontown. She was born on December 26, 1944 in South Huntingdon Twp., the daughter of the late Fred Steck and Phyllis (Denitti) Fall. Donna had been a resident of Monessen most of her adult life and a member of First Christian Church. She leaves behind to cherish her memory many family members and friends. Donna's request was to not be viewed, be buried in...

Rene (Comoglio) Moncini, 98, of Monessen, passed away on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 in Hallsworth House, Monessen. She was born on September 28, 1924 in Denbo, Centerville Boro, the daughter of the late John and Caroline (Visetti) Comoglio. Rene graduated from Centerville High School in 1942. She originally was a member of St. Leonard R. C. Church and later the Epiphany of Our Lord Church and its Epiphany Ladies, the former Catholic BPW, and the C.D.of A. where she was a member for over 60...

Angelo Ronald Pro, 89, of Monessen, passed away on Monday December 5, 2022 at his home. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA on April 22, 1933, the son of the late Giovanni and Mary DiBartolo Pro. Angelo was a member of Epiphany of Our Lord R. C. Church, American Legion Post 28, and the former Mon Valley Association of Retired Steelworkers (MARS). He had worked for American Chain and Cable, Page Division, Wheeling Pittsburgh Steel Allenport Plant, and Mon Valley Hospital in the Dietary Department....