Obituaries

Rita L. Napoli

Rita L. Napoli

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…

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Norma J. Orlowski

Norma J. Orlowski

Norma J. Orlowski, 89 of Baden, passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024 in Good Samaritan Hospice House Wexford. She was born on August 8, 1935 a daughter of the late John and Alice Shannon.  She was a long time member of Baden United Methodist Church.  Norma was an amazing mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.  Her entire life was caring for her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Stanley C. Orlowski in…

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Donato J. “Dino” Mazreku

Donato J. “Dino” Mazreku

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…

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Ann J. Green

Ann J. Green

Ann J. Green, 88, of Aliquippa passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 in Lakeview Personal Care Home in Darlington.  She was born in Cecil Twp., PA on June 29, 1936 a daughter of the late Frances and Wilbur Koonse.  She was a retired first grade school teacher, teaching at St. James Elementary School in Sewickley. She enjoyed drawing, especially with chalk and pencil.  Ann also loved flowers and gardening.  She was a member of Mary Queen of Saints Parish,…

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Ronald F. Rokicki Sr.

Ronald F. Rokicki Sr.

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…

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Benjamin L. Balog

Benjamin L. Balog

Benjamin L. Balog, 59,  a longtime resident of Moon Twp., passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2024 in his home.  He was born in Watertown, New York on August 13, 1965 the son of the late Thomas and Romaine Balog. Ben was a huge Pittsburgh Steeler fan, supporting them through thick and thin.  He previously worked at Hyeholde as a chef.    Ben is survived by his brother Timothy Balog, his Aunt, Barbara McKenna, and numerous other loving family members.  All…

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Linda J. Smith “Mikki”

Linda J. Smith “Mikki”

Linda J. Smith “Mikki”, 77 was called home on Thursday, October 10th, 2024 at Providence Care Center.  She was born in Rochester on May 13, 1946 a daughter of the late Percy Alford Sr. and Susie (Crews) Smith.  Linda worked for the Ford Motor Company in Detroit Michigan for more than 25 years.  She enjoyed spending her days with her life time partner, Dorothy, Deasha, and their dog Crystal.  Linda was the loudest Steeler fan in any room and loved…

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Andrew Joseph Mihalik

Andrew Joseph Mihalik

Andrew Joseph Mihalik, 93 of Raccoon Twp., passed away on October 7, 2024 in his home with his family by his side.  He was born in Aliquippa on September 23, 1931 a son of the late Andrew and Teressa Mihalik. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Mihalik, son and daughter-in-law: Rick & Joyce Mihalik and a son Andrew (AJ) Mihalik; a brother and sister-in-law: Joseph and Kay Mihalik, and a sister and…

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John L. Pander

John L. Pander

John L. Pander, 94, of New Sewickley, passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2024 in Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford. He was born in Ellwood City on March 30, 1930 a son of the late Ed and Bertha Pander.  He was a graduate of Lincoln High School in Ellwood City and the Barber School of Pittsburgh.  He was a retired from Westinghouse and was barber for many years, working at Schlosher’s Barber Shop in Beaver.  He was a veteran,…

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Mary Jane Browning

Mary Jane Browning

Mary Jane Browning, 77, of Hopewell Twp., passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024 in her home.  She was born in Uniontown, Pennsylvania on August 8, 1947 the daughter of the late Eugene and Betty Dowling.  She was a 1969 graduate of California University with a degree in Psychology. She was a lifelong member of the ZTA Sorority. Mary worked as a substitute elementary teacher for both Aliquippa and Hopewell School Districts.  She eventually became a librarian at Aliquippa School…

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