Somesh C. Bose, 84, of Moon Township passed away on December 25, 2024. He was born in Patna, India on July 23, 1940, son of the late Amaresh Bose and Renuka (née Sen) Bose. He had a long and successful career as a civil and structural engineer. He earned a Bachelor’s degree from the Bengal College of Engineering and Technology (B.E. College) in West Bengal, India. He left India as a young man to pursue higher education in the U.K.,…
Raymond C. Lenz, 92, of Moon Twp. passed comfortably at his home on January 7, 2025. He was born in Pittsburgh on September 11, 1932, the son of the late Carl Lenz & Katherine “Dolly” (Moore) Lenz. He served his country with honor in the US Army during the Korean War. Ray graduated from Langley Highschool in Pittsburgh, PA and after an Honorable Discharge from the Army he completed his career with Bell Atlantic Telecommunications as a Systems Analyst in…
June M. (Jacob) Scherer, 95, of Moon Twp., died on December 25, 2024, in her home. She was born in Pittsburgh on June 17, 1929, the daughter of the late John & Margaret (Wadas) Jacob. With a deep devotion to the Blessed Mother, June bestowed the gift of faith on her entire family, always encouraging them, no matter the challenge, to “put it in God’s hands.” Her abundant love was shown in many ways, but especially when spoiling her family…
Margaret Alice “Peg” (Platts) Porada, of Robinson Twp., died on November 27, 2024 in Tapestry Senior Living, Moon Twp. She was born in Pittsburgh on May 24, 1938 the daughter of the late John & Katherine (Skiles) Platts. Graduate of Langley high School Peg is survived by her son, David Frank Porada Jr. (Kim), Coraopolis and daughter, Beth Schogren (Tim) Pittsburgh. Seven Grandchildren, Cassady K. Adams, Maddy E. DeAngelis & Kristina R. Soltez, Timothy D. Jr. & Heather Schogren, Daughter…
Jane Erdene (Hainley) Schuliger of Moon Township passed away and her soul went to heaven on Saturday, November 16, 2024. She was born on May 15, 1933 in Marsteller, PA to the late George John and Emma Lowell (Hysong) Hainley. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers Robert, Donald, and Gary Hainley. Jane was a 1951 graduate of Ebensburg High School. Following graduation, she moved to Washington, D.C., where she became the secretary to…
Rita L. Napoli entered eternal life with our Lord on October 20, 2024 joining her husband Joseph who passed away on January 2, 2013. She is survived by her children, Maria (Mike) Altrudo of Saint Louis, Missouri, Joe (Sandy) Napoli of Phoenix, Arizona and Jim (Karen) Napoli of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania along with her seven grandchildren, Michael, Christina, Laura, Jonathan, Rachel, Tim and Becca. She had fourteen great grandchildren. Born Rita Louise Sylvester in Monaca, Pennsylvania on August 23, 1924, she…
Donato J. “Dino” Mazreku, 79, of Moon Twp. , passed away on October 17, 2024 at home with his wife by his side. He was born in Monopoli, Italy on March 10, 1945. Dino retired from USAirways after 34 years. He was a veteran of the US Navy. Dino was preceded in death by his parents, brother, and sister. He is survived by his wife of nearly 56 years, Peggy Mazreku. A son, Matthew Mazreku (Glenna) Moon Twp. Daughter in…
Ronald F. Rokicki Sr., 59, of Moon Twp., died on October 13, 2024. He was born in Sewickley on April 30, 1965 the son of the late Walter & Marie (Martin) Rokicki. Ron enjoyed time on his boat, quality pizza, and watching the Steelers on Sundays. Most of all, he treasured time with those he loved, sparking contagious joy with his boisterous laughter that could likely be heard from across the street. He was passionate about music, and could find…
Kirk Robert Jenkins, 50 of Moon Township died on September 20, 2024 in his home. He was born in Sewickley on August 25, 1974 the son of Barbara Johnson Jenkins and the late Edward Jenkins. Kirk, a graduate of Moon High School and Robert Morris University, was a talented and star athlete in his prime. Kirk was kind and was willing to help anyone anytime they needed it. He spent his final years helping his mom and caring for his…
Elizabeth A. (Kehoe) Tesla, 98, of Moon Twp., died on September 6, 2024 in Good Samaritan Hospice House, Wexford. She was born in Johnstown, PA on March 4, 1926 the daughter of the late Edgar & Agnes (Sloan) Kehoe. Elizabeth (Betty) graduated from St. Veronica’s high school, Ambridge. She worked as a USAir reservation agent and enjoyed traveling. Betty enjoyed Sunday family dinners in her home as well as the flowers and wild birds in her garden. Betty is survived…