OBITUARIES

Michelle Saieva

Michelle Saieva

January 4, 2025

Michelle Saieva age 52 of Houston passed away unexpectedly, Saturday January 4, 2025, in Brighton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center Beaver, following a brief illness. She was born August 25,1972 in Washington, a daughter of Samuel and Betty Coneby Saieva of Houston. Michelle was a Christian and attended the Lite of Christ Full Gospel Church in Washington. She lived her life...

Frank R. “Ron” Pratten

Frank R. “Ron” Pratten

December 31, 2024

Frank R. “Ron” Pratten age 89 of Canonsburg passed away peacefully Tuesday December 31, 2024, in Washington with his devoted family by his side. He was born on January 10, 1935, in Canonsburg, a son of the late Theodore and Evelyn Wooliscroft Pratten. He lived his life in Canonsburg and was a member of St. Oscar Romero Parish St. Patrick...

Robert W. Mary

Robert W. Mary

December 29, 2024

Robert W. “Rob” Mary, age 88 of Houston, passed away peacefully, Sunday morning, December 29, 2024, in his home with his devoted family by his side. He was born on December 7, 1936, in Houston, a son of the late Frank and Mary Spin Mary. Rob lived his entire life in Houston and was a graduate of Chartiers High School...

Benedetto Secreti

Benedetto Secreti

December 23, 2024

Benedetto Secreti, age 90, of Canonsburg, PA, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 23, 2024, IN Canonsburg Hospital with his devoted family by his side. He was born on August 9, 1934, in San Giovanni in Fiore, Italy to Caterina Covelli and Frank Secreti. He came to America in 1967 at the age of 33 with his family. Benedetto was...

David A. Cushma

David A. Cushma

December 13, 2024

David A. Cushma age 58 of Canonsburg, passed away on the eve of his birthday, Friday December 13, 2024, in Allegheny General Hospital Pittsburgh following extended illnesses. He was born December 14, 1965, in Washington a son of the late Thomas and Frances Curl Cushma. He lived his life in the Canonsburg area and was a graduate of Canon-McMillan High...

Anita Marie Gretz

Anita Marie Gretz

December 12, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Anita Marie Gretz announces her passing following a battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Mrs. Gretz, 81, passed away peacefully in her home on December 12, 2024. 

She was born on October 5, 1943, in Davenport, Iowa to Michael and Irma (Schaumberg) Walsh. On August 29,1964 she married Dr. Ronald J. Gretz. They celebrated...

May Elizabeth Moticko

May Elizabeth Moticko

November 30, 2024

May Conway Yuvan Moticko

A Life Well Lived

 

It is with great sorrow that our family announces the passing of our amazing Mother, May Elizabeth Moticko, 102 on Saturday, November 30, 2024, in her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in the family home located on Jacobs Alley in Canonsburg, PA on July 26, 1922, the daughter of Everett Conway...

Kevin Painter

Kevin Painter

November 30, 2024

Kevin Painter, age 65 of Washington, passed away Saturday, November 30, 2024, in Montefiore Hospital, Pittsburgh. He was born November 4, 1959, in Canonsburg, a son of the late Howard and Phyllis Pushkar Painter. Kevin lived in Canonsburg and Washington D C and was a graduate of Canon-McMillan High School class of 1978. After graduation Kevin served his career in...

Carl Lombardo

Carl Lombardo

November 17, 2024

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted into the care of SALANDRA FUNERAL and CREMATION SERVICES, INC Joseph P. Salandra LFD owner/supervisor 304 West Pike Street Canonsburg (724) 745-8120. To view or extend condolences please visit www.salandrafunerals.com.

Helen A. Gleadall Janda

Helen A. Gleadall Janda

November 13, 2024

Helen A. Gleadall Janda, of McMurray, beloved Mother, Grand Mother and Great Grand Mother, passed away peacefully on 11/13/2024. She was born, 3/30/1937 in Philadelphia Pa, daughter of late Raymond and Helen Gleadall.

Helen attended Mount Saint Joseph’s Academy and Peirce Junior College in Philadelphia, Pa. She was employed as an Advertising Manager at Stationers Guild of America, fell in love...

Janet Marie Johnson

Janet Marie Johnson

November 13, 2024

Janet Marie Johnson’s 3-year courageous battle with ovarian cancer ended on November 13,2024 with her family by her side. 

She was born on June 21, 1947, to Michael and Pauline Moskal Kusky of Meadowlands PA. Janet graduated from Chartiers-Houston High School in 1966 and spent 26 years with The Polen Group, Executive Recruiters of Washington PA, finding jobs for hundreds of...

Joseph L. Rolek

Joseph L. Rolek

November 13, 2024

Joseph L. Rolek age 83 of Canonsburg, passed away peacefully, Wednesday morning, November 13, 2024, in Westmoreland Manor, Greensburg. He was born September 29, 1941, in Brownsville, and he was the son of the late George R and Marie Mailo Rolek. He lived in Canonsburg for 81 years and attended St. Oscar Romero Parish St. Patrick Church with his wife....

Robert James McPeake

Robert James McPeake

November 11, 2024

Robert James McPeake, 73, of Canonsburg, PA, passed away peacefully Monday, November 11, 2024, in Peters Township Medical Rehab, McMurray. He was the son of the late James C. McPeake and Madelyn Moss McPeake. Left behind to cherish his memory are his sister Sandra McPeake Negrete and son Robert McPeake of Kentucky, his daughter Cynthia McPeake Nieto of Los Angeles,...

John J. Graff

John J. Graff

November 10, 2024

April 12, 1933 – November 10, 2024

 

John J. Graff, age 91, a lifelong resident of Canonsburg, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2024.

Born April 12, 1933, to John and Josephine Bondi Graff, John was a devoted husband, father, grandfather

and great-grandfather, whose unwavering love for his family and his community left a lasting impact on all

who knew him.

John is survived by...

Kathleen Louise “Kathy” Borrelli

Kathleen Louise “Kathy” Borrelli

November 2, 2024

Kathleen Louise “Kathy” Borrelli, age 68 of Eighty-Four, passed away unexpectedly in Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh, with her devoted family by her side. She was born May 17, 1956, in Washington, a daughter of the late Frank and Dorothy McDonough Karluk. Kathy was a graduate of Chartiers Houston High School, class of 1974 and was a member of St. Oscar Romero...

Dominic A. Dorazio

Dominic A. Dorazio

November 2, 2024

Dominic A. Dorazio known as Big Dom, age 83 of Houston passed away peacefully, Saturday morning, November 2, 2024, in Washington Hospital. He was born November 3, 1940, in Scenery Hill, a son of the late Ralph J. and Jean Contestabile Dorazio. Dominic was a graduate of Ellsworth High School and was a proud United States Air Force veteran. He...

Robert James Dowd Jr.

Robert James Dowd Jr.

October 30, 2024

 

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Robert James Dowd Jr, age 75 of Canonsburg, on October 30, 2024, at the Veterans Administration Hospital of Pittsburgh. He fought and endured numerous illnesses prior to his passing. Robert had a zest for life and battled and overcame Polio at an early age. That was truly indicative...

Walter J. Potochar

Walter J. Potochar

October 29, 2024

Walter J. Potochar age 98 of Houston passed away peacefully Tuesday October 29, 2024, in Canonsburg Hospital. He was born on March 17, 1926, in Strabane, a son of the late Louis and Anna Osterman Potocar. Wally lived in Houston since 1963 and was a member of St. Oscar Romero Parish Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church in Meadowlands....

Margaret “Marge” Ross

Margaret “Marge” Ross

October 26, 2024

Margaret “Marge” Ross, age 87 of Cecil and Bridgeville, passed away peacefully, Saturday, October 26, 2024, with her beloved family by her side. She was born on July 6, 1937, in Carrick, a daughter of the late Henry and Bertha Gemach Hary. Marge was a graduate of St Basil High School Class of 1955 and prior to her retirement she...

David S. DiMenno

David S. DiMenno

October 23, 2024

David S. DiMenno age 45 of Canonsburg died unexpectedly, Wednesday October 23, 2024, in his home. He was born May 26, 1979, in Pittsburgh a son of Joseph A. and Constanza “Cotty DiMenno, with whom he made his home. David lived his life in Canonsburg, where he was a member of St. Oscar Romero Parish St Patrick Church. He was...