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Louise A. Ghinassi
Oct 20, 2024
Louise A. Ghinassi, a beloved mother, wife, nana, aunt, and friend, passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on January 20, 1930, in Monessen, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Rose DeLuca of 201 Reed Avenue. Louise enjoyed a remarkable and long life, during which she saw the end of the...
Mark David Masci
Oct 18, 2024
Mark David Masci, 64, of Monessen, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 18, 2024 at home. He was born on February 29, 1960 in North Charleroi, the son of the late Edmund A. Masci Sr. and Mildred (Tweardy) Masci. He was a member of Epiphany of Our Lord Church, a 1978 Graduate of Monessen High School where he played basketball....
Patricia Ann Fantauzzi
Sep 28, 2024
Patricia A Fantauzzi, 87, of Monessen, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024 in Mon Valley Care Center, with her loving family by her side. She was born on May 23, 1937 in North Charleroi, the daughter of the late John and Genevieve (Nicastro) Senitta. She was a member of Epiphany of our Lord Catholic Church, the former St. Leonard's...
John E. Persico
Sep 26, 2024
John E. Persico, 92, of Monessen, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, in Jefferson Hospital, with his loving family by his side. He was born on Jan. 12, 1932, in Monessen, the son of the late John B. and Helen Gush Persico. He was a member of Epiphany of our Lord Catholic Church, a life member of Monessen Volunteer...
Melvin Howard Cook Jr.
Sep 7, 2024
Melvin Howard Cook Jr., 90, of New Eagle, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024 at home, with his loving family by his side. He was born on July 20, 1934 in North Charleroi, the son of the late Melvin H. Cook Sr. and Mary (Groger) Cook. He was Catholic by Faith and a member of the former St. Anthony's...
Anthony M. "Chick" Trozzo
Aug 19, 2024
Anthony M. "Chick" Trozzo, 85, of Monessen, passed away on Monday, August 19, 2024 in UPMC Mercy. He was born on January 10, 1939 in Monessen, the son of the late Eugene and Josephine Trozzo. He was a member of Epiphany of our Lord Church, Italian Society of Mutual Aid and a 1957 Graduate of Monessen High School. Chick was...
Andrew M. Vitovic
Aug 8, 2024
Andrew M. Vitovic, 91, of Rostraver Twp, passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024. He was born on October 12, 1932 in Monessen, the son of the late Andrew J. and Zora M. (Gosdonovich) Vitovic. Andy was a member of Concord United Methodist Church, Lifetime member of the NRA, Pennsylvania Gun Collectors Association, American Legion Post 659, Monessen Croatian Club,...
Estey Jarvis Gaines
Aug 3, 2024
Estey Jarvis Gaines, 65, of Monessen, passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at home, with his loving family by his side. He was born on September 28, 1958 in Rochester, PA. He was the son of the late Lester (Jan) Gaines and Vivian (David) States. In addition to his parents, he was proceeded in death by a sister, Joanne...
Judith A. (Jannotta) Sevon
Aug 2, 2024
Judith Ann (Jannotta) Sevon, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister passed away peacefully on August 2, 2024, at the age of 82. She was born on April 29, 1942, to Adolph and Josephine Jannotta, who preceded her in death. Judith is survived by her devoted husband of 42 years, Edward Sevon; her two loving daughters, Paula Adams and...
Rocco Gene Malarbi
Jul 31, 2024
It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved father, Rocco Gene Malarbi, 83, of Monessen, on Wednesday July 31, 2024. Rocco was a 1959 graduate of Monessen High School. He received a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Education at California State Teachers College and Superintendent’s papers from the University of Pittsburgh (H2P). Mr. Malarbi, dedicated his...
Marie "Tootsie" Palma Dinio
Jul 29, 2024
Marie "Tootsie" Palma Dinio, 87, of Monessen, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024 in Donnell House, Washington with her loving family by her side. She was born on March 27, 1937 in Monessen, the daughter of the late John R. and Josephine (Palmintera) Pallini. She was Catholic by Faith and graduated from Monessen High School. She worked for many...
Franklin Louis Silko
Jul 22, 2024
Franklin L. (Buzz) Silko,91, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024. He was born on December 22, 1932 in New Eagle, PA, the son of the late Charles and Rose Furiga Silko. He graduated from Monongahela HS in 1950 and received a BS in Education from California State Teachers College (now PennWest University). He then served in the US Army...
Olga Irene Panarella
Jul 6, 2024
Olga Irene Panarella,101, of Monessen passed peacefully on Saturday July 6th in Mon Valley Care Center. Born in Pittsburgh on May 2, 1923 she was the daughter of the late Paul and Margaret (Kusner) Platko. Olga was a graduate of Monessen High School Class of 1941, she retired from Super Value Foods and was a member of St. Nicholas Ukrainian...
Dorian L. Mills
Jun 22, 2024
Dorian Lamar Mills, 37, of Uniontown, PA, formerly of Monessen, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 22nd, 2024. Born on September 9th, 1986, he was the son of Ricardo “Rick” and Donna (Turner) Mills of Monessen, PA. Dorian attended Monessen High School, and then became a chef, store manager, and in-home care specialist. His love of music led him...
John Richard Pallini Jr.
Jun 19, 2024
John Richard Pallini Jr. (89) of Monessen, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at home with his loving family right by his side. Born May 17, 1935 to the late John Sr. and Josephine (Palmintera) Pallini, John and his two sisters were raised in a vibrant Italian home. He attended Monessen High School, where he played Varsity football, served...
Robert "Robbie" J. Street
Jun 11, 2024
Robert "Robbie" Street 48, of Frenchville, passed away unexpectedly at home on June 11, 2024. He was born on February 26, 1976. Robbie grew up in Rostraver and was the son of Robert Street and Carole Johnson Street. He was a 1994 graduate of Belle Vernon Area High School. Robbie found great enjoyment exploring the outdoors and he loved documenting...
Mary "Angela" Minardi
Jun 7, 2024
Mary "Angela" Minardi, 65, of Monessen, passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024 unexpectedly at home. She was born on December 2, 1958 in North Charleroi, the daughter of the late Joe and Connie Minniti. She was a member of the former Our Lady of the Valley Church. She is survived by her, daughter, Breane (Mikey) Blainefield of Monessen; grandson,...
David D. Stein
May 27, 2024
David D. Stein, 70, of Monessen, passed away on Monday, May 27, 2024 at home, with his loving family by his side. He was born on February 15, 1954 in North Charleroi, the son of the late Raymond and Sarah (Lovus) Stein. He was Catholic by faith and a 1973 graduate of Monessen High School. He worked for 84 Mining...
Margaret L. "Margo" Hill
May 22, 2024
Margaret "Margo" L. Hill, 77, of Monessen, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 in Penn Highlands Mon Valley Hospital. She was born on January 21, 1947 in North Charleroi, the daughter of the late Charles D. and Gustie (Annonio) Mackey. She was an active member of Newness of Life Ministries. She worked for many years at TJ Maxx and...
Janet S. Hall
May 21, 2024
Janet S. Hall, 78, of Donora, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at home, with her loving family by her side. She was born on June 21, 1945 in North Charleroi, the daughter of the late Steve and Eleanore (Hardon) Morgan. Janet graduated magna cum laude from the University of Pittsburgh, leading to a distinguished career as a social...
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