Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Monessen, Pennsylvania, Westmoreland County, & Surrounding Areas
Mary Ann Tomayko
Apr 13, 2025
Mary Ann "Sis" Tomayko, 85, of Monessen, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025, in Mon Valley Care Center. She was born on January 11, 1940 in Monessen, the daughter of the late Jesse Alvin and Kathryn (Skruber) Wilson. She was retired from Charleroi High School, where she worked as a Teacher. She is survived by her husband of 62...
Shelley Lynn Swiantek
Mar 29, 2025
Shelley Lynn Swiantek, 52, of Donora, passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2025, after a courageous battle with leukemia. Her father William Hecklick Jr. passed away January 7, 2019. She is survived by her mother Norma Muccino and her stepfather Mario Muccino Jr.; beloved daughter Alexis Federer; brother, Ed Povrzenich; loving boyfriend Lenny Sassak; fur baby Angel Hope and numerous...
Danny L. Miller
Mar 28, 2025
Sunrise- September 14, 1972 - Sunset- March 28, 2025
Danny Miller, 52, of Monessen, originally from Pittsburgh, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of love, passion, and devotion to his family.
Danny was a devoted husband, a loving father, son, and brother. He spent most of his life cherishing his family, especially his beloved 17-year-old daughter and his wife of 11 years,...
James A. Perozzi
Mar 28, 2025
In Loving Memory of James A. Perozzi. February 18, 1950 - March 28, 2025. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James A. Perozzi, who left us suddenly on 03/28/2025 at the age of 75. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Jim lived a life rich in laughter, love, and steadfast loyalty. A lifelong fan...
Ruth A. Trozzo
Mar 18, 2025
Ruth A. Trozzo, 96, of Monessen, passed away on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 in Mountain View Memory Care, Greensburg. She was born on September 18, 1928 in Monessen, the daughter of the late Andrew Galuppo and Mary Galuppo. She is survived by her daughter, Rosey Jones of Biloxi MS; step daughter, Nicki (Dino) Baldini of Gibsonia; two grandsons, David (Ashley)...
Dennis R. Vegso
Mar 14, 2025
Dennis R. Vegso, 75, of Monessen, passed away on Friday, March 14, 2025 in Penn Highlands Dubois, with his loving wife by his side. He was born on January 4, 1950 in North Charleroi, the son of the late John E. and Dorothy (Ross) Vegso. Dennis was honorably discharged from the United States Army National Guard of Monessen, Company C....
Carol A. Wrzesinski
Feb 23, 2025
Carol A. Wrzesinski, 84, of Monessen, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025 in Penn Highlands Mon Valley Hospital, with her loving family by her side. She was born on November 20, 1940 in Bedford, PA, the daughter of the late George R. and Bessie (Bryant) Little. She was a member of Epiphany of Our Lord Catholic Church. She is...
Joan E Torok
Feb 15, 2025
Joan E. Cook Torok, 96 of Monessen, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 15th, 2025 at home, with her loving family by her side. Born in Monessen on October 26th, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Melvin H. Cook Sr. and Mary Katherine (Groger) Cook. Joan was a graduate of Monessen High School Class of 1946. Joan worked...
Adelina "Lena" Mascetta
Jan 29, 2025
Adelina "Lena" Mascetta, 89, of Monessen, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 in Penn Highlands Mon Valley Hospital, with her loving family by her side. She was born on November 3, 1935 in Nocera Terinese, Italy, the daughter of the late Fiore and Angela (Maione) Sacco. She was a member of Epiphany of our Lord Roman Catholic Church. Lena...

Kimberly A DeLuca -Haines
Jan 22, 2025
Kimberly Ann DeLuca Haines, 68, of Washington, formerly of Monessen, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025, at her residence. She was born on Oct. 15, 1956, at Charleroi-Monessen Hospital. She was the daughter of the late John S. DeLuca and Rose Elaine Johnson Torruiso. Kim graduated from Monessen High School in 1975. She worked at Volkswagen in New...
Dominick V. Vesio
Jan 12, 2025
Dominick V. Vesio, 91, of Rostraver Twp., passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at the Residence at Hilltop, Monongahela PA. He was born on July 8, 1933 in Monessen, the son of the late Michael Angelo and Antonia "Rose" (Floro) Vesio. He was a member of the church of Saint Anne. Dominick served his country in the United States...
Josephine E. Harvey
Dec 19, 2024
Josephine E. Harvey, 90, of Greensburg, (formerly of Monessen and Ruffs Dale), passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2024 in Independence Health Westmoreland Hospital. She was born on January 14, 1934 in Monessen, the daughter of the late Anthony F. and Angeline (Reda) Mandarino. She was a 1951 graduate of Monessen High School and served as class secretary. She was...
Michael J. Young Sr.
Nov 20, 2024
Michael J. Young Sr., 89, of Monessen, passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 in Penn Highlands Mon Valley Hospital. He was born on October 15, 1935 in Monessen, the son of the late Joseph and Susan (Caterino) Iacovino Young. He was a member of Epiphany of Our Lord Catholic Church and the Former St. Leonard's Catholic Church. He served...
Rose Marie Chovan
Nov 13, 2024
Rose Marie (Prokopovich) Chovan, 90, of Monessen, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at home, with her loving family by her side. She was born on January 14, 1934 in Charleroi. She was a member of Epiphany of Our Lord Catholic Church and enjoyed ceramics. She worked many years for Atlas. She is survived by her son, Cyril Chovan...
Maria (Mary) Addolorata Grano
Nov 10, 2024
Maria (Mary) Addolorata Grano, 87, a beloved mother, of Youngwood, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024 in Westmoreland Hospital. She was born on March 26, 1937 in Matino, Italy the daughter of the late Gino and Maria (Zompi) Marsano of Matino, Italy. She was a member of Epiphany of Our Lord Church, the Former St. Cajetan’s Church and its...
Agnes Popovich
Nov 6, 2024
Agnes Popovich, 104, of Monessen, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 in Residence at Hilltop. She was born on February 17, 1920 in Monessen, the daughter of the late John and Mary (Matej) Bogdan. She was a member of St. Mary Byzantine Catholic Church and their Ladies Guild, which she ran for many years. She worked as an administrator...
James Reginald "Reggie" "Bop" Tyree
Nov 6, 2024
James Reginald "Reggie" "Bop" Tyree, 66, of Monessen, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at home after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. He was born on August 16, 1958 in North Charleroi, the son of the late Martha Tyree. He worked for many years for Waste Management, Big's Sanitation and worked construction for Regal Industrial. He is...
Jo Anne Murin
Oct 27, 2024
Jo Anne Murin, 90, of Delmont, PA passed away peacefully with family at her side on October 27, 2024 after a courageous battle with dementia. Born on February 25, 1934, Jo Anne was the daughter of the late Joseph and Hazel Bott of Charleroi, PA. After high school, Jo Anne went on to study at Robert Morris University. She met...
Robert P. Gilotty
Oct 20, 2024
Robert P. Gilotty, 96, of Monessen, passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2024 in Vida Springs Senior Living, Monongahela. He was born on February 4, 1928 in Monessen, the son of the late Charles G. Gilotty and Maria (Pascuzzi) Gilotty. He was a member of Epiphany of Our Lord Church, a 1946 graduate of Monessen High School, Graduated from the...
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...