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12/26/2025

Joyce Ann (Russo) Chicora

Joyce Ann (Russo) Chicora, age 78 of Bentleyville, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, December 24, 2025, at home with family. She was born November 11, 1947, in Canonsburg, a daughter of the late Michael and Marguerite Pons Russo. Mrs. Chicora lived her life in Houston and was Catholic by faith. Joyce was the owner of Joyce’s Kitchen, located in Canonsburg. She loved Bingo. Left behind to cherish her memory are her beloved children; Danielle Stoner, and Monique (Brian) Ringling, 3 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren and her siblings; Madeline (Jay) Semple and Andrew (Amy) Lorenzi, and several nieces and nephews. Also surviving is Joyce’s caregiver, Walter Hazuga of Washington, and her good friend, Cirenio Chavez, of Ft. Worth, Tx. Deceased is her brother Michael “Frenchie” Russo.

Per Joyce’s wishes, there will be no visitation or services. Arrangements have been entrusted to 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.

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12/21/2025

Orlando Campomizzi Jr.

Orlando Campomizzi Jr. age 69, of Washington passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at home and quickly, as he always wanted. He was born on July 4, 1956, in Latrobe, a son of the late Orlando and Thelma Dayak Campomizzi, bringing additional fireworks to this world. Orlando proudly served with the United States Air Force as an Air Traffic Controller, with duty stations in Germany and Eglin Air Force Base, FL. For the last 17 years, Orlando had enjoyed retirement, spending his time on his vast expanse of hobbies. He was previously employed with the F.A.A, as an air traffic controller retiring out of Allegheny County Airport, West Mifflin, PA. Orlando never forgot a great meal, explaining in excruciating detail what to order, for the local dive specials, that he discovered while riding his Can-Am Spyder, alone or with the local Spyder’s club. Also, a connoisseur of all things tasty and sweet, Orlando knew the best bakeries, pastries, and sweet shops in the Tri-state area. His favorite being the Whoopie Pie. Although unconfirmed, he may have invented the dinner entrée of fried chicken with a side of lasagna. Infamous for his storytelling, he would explain the history and backstory of all the locally owned sweet shops. He cared deeply for people, of all walks of life. Orlando was active in multiple local churches, most recently East Buffalo Presbyterian Church. He spent several years supporting local charities including Neighbor to Neighbor, and various other veteran organizations. Carrying his service experience further, prior to his retirement in 2008, Orlando had been employed as an air traffic controller at Greater Pittsburgh Airport, Wheeling Airport and finally Allegheny County Airport in West Mifflin. He lived most of his life in Washington and was a member and very active at the East Buffalo Presbyterian Church, and the VFW Post 175. He enjoyed riding his Can-Am Spider, hunting, fi****ms, fishing and his cat Molly Cat. On Jan 25, 1986, he married the love of his life, Orlando is survived by his beloved best friend and wife, Jacqueline Knupp, who survives after 39 happy years together. Also left behind to cherish his memory are his beloved children Kevin A. (Kristen) Campomizzi of Newberry Florida and Stacie y (Tim) McMahon of West Mifflin, his favorite grand-baby granddaughters Alexandra and Nora June Campomizzi, his siblings, Sandra (Don) Leese, Danny (Rocky) Campomizzi, Donnie (Wendy) Campomizzi, Cindy (Scott) Latchford, Jody Campomizzi and Davey (Lynn) Campomizzi and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are welcome from 2 until 6 pm on Sunday, December 28, 2025, in Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc. Joseph P. Salandra LFD owner/supervisor 304 West Pike Street Canonsburg (724) 745-8120, where services will be held at 10 am Monday December 29, 2025, with Pastor Linda Mankey officiating. Interment, with full Military Honors by the VFW Post 191 of Canonsburg and the United States Air Force will be accorded in the National Cemetery of the Alleghanies on Friday, January 2, 2026. To view or extend condolences please visit www.salandrafunerals.com. In lieu of flowers, please make a charitable donation, in his honor, to Neighbor 2 Neighbor, https://www.n2nhelps.org/, or the charity of your choice.

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12/14/2025

Bruce C. Beppler

Bruce C. Beppler age 75 of Washington, (Chartiers Twp.), passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in Paramount Senior Living, Peters Twp. He was born July 30, 1950, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late George and Shirley Huber Beppler. Raised in Canonsburg, Bruce was a graduate of Canon-McMillan High School class of 1969. He was a member of the United Steel Workers of America and was a Teamster. Prior to his retirement Bruce had been employed as a heavy equipment operator at the former Washington Steel Corporation. On June 6, 1969, he married his high school sweetheart, Cathy Mae Chappo who passed away on August 28, 1993, after 24 years of marriage.

Surviving are Bruce and Cathy’s two beloved daughters, Melissa (Jonathan) Babicka of Miami Beach Florida and Michele Beppler of Canonsburg, two grandchildren Layla and Prentice Babicka, his brother Keith Beppler and several nieces and nephews.

Bruce devotedly attended St. Hilary Church and was an avid Harley Davidson motorcycle enthusiast riding all over Pennsylvania and Florida, where he lived for 13 years with his companion of 25 years, Carol McCloskey, who survives. Bruce leaves behind his dog Bitsy, a Biewer. Deceased in addition to his wife and parents is his sister Patti Lu Beppler and brother David Beppler.

Friends and family are welcome from 2 pm until 6 pm Tuesday, December 16, 2025, in Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc. Joseph P. Salandra LFD owner/supervisor 304 West Pike Street Canonsburg (724) 745-8120. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9 am Wednesday December 17, 2025, in St Oscar Romero Parish St. Patrick Church 317 West Pike Street Canonsburg. Interment will follow in Mt. Prospect Cemetery, Hickory. To view or extend condolences please visit www.salandrafunerals.com.

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12/14/2025

Mary Louise Cullen Thompson

Mary Louise Cullen Thompson, age 89 of Canonsburg, passed away peacefully Sunday morning December 14, 2025, in her home, with her family by her side. She was born March 26, 1936, in Bulger, a daughter of the late John and Sarah Campbell Wigner. Mrs. Thompson lived her life in Canonsburg and was Presbyterian by faith. Prior to her retirement, she had been employed as a corrugator operator with Union Camp / International Paper from 1973 until 2001. She was an avid sports fan and had season tickets to the Pittsburgh Penguins games, enjoyed shopping, visiting the casino, computer games, spending time with her family and dancing with her husband. On September 24, 2016, she married Ralph W. Thompson Sr. who passed away August 8, 2018. Left behind to cherish her memory are her beloved children; Diane L. (Bernie) Bible, Sherry L. Lamoureaux, Gail N. (Donald) Densen, Pamela R. Blanck, Ralph “Butch” (Donna) Thompson Jr. and John T. “Jack” Cullen, her siblings; Sarah Troutman, Cheryl Sager, William Wigner and Donna (Fred) Stewart, 14 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and 3 great- great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Deceased in addition to her husband is her son David Cullen, daughter Sandra Plott, 2 grandchildren, Paul Hollenbach III and Samantha Thompson, siblings Marie Weishner, Marth Wigner, Bonnie Lewis, Leonard Wigner and Bendy Holland.

Family and friends are welcome from 10 am until 2 pm Thursday, December 18, 2025, in Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc. Joseph P. Salandra LFD owner/supervisor 304 West Pike Street Canonsburg (724)745-8120 where services will be held at 1:30 pm with Pastor Joseph E. Wheeler officiating. Private interment will follow in Forest Lawn Gardens, McMurray. To view or extend condolences please visit www.salandrafunerals.com.

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12/11/2025

Doneal Marsette

Doneal Marsette, age 64 of McDonald, Cecil Twp. passed away on Tuesday December 2, 2025, in his home. He was born July 13, 1961, in Newark New Jersy a son of the late Alan and Dolores Cavendish Marsette. Doneal proudly served with the United States Army, being deployed to Iraq, Kuwait among other areas as a rifleman. He received many campaign medals including the Global War on Terrorism Medal, the Air Forses Reserve Medal, the Army Achievement Medal, a Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon among many others, prior to his honorable discharge. He had been employed at Sherwood Nursery, and prior to that the former Kingdom Manor nursing home. Doneal lived most of his life in the Cecil Twp. area, was a Christian and had two cats, Tigger and Bella. On January 24, 2012, he married Christina Pettit who survives. Also left behind to cherish his memory are his beloved children; Angela (James) Scott, James and Edward Scott, Sarah, David and Dion Marette, Sean, Cordell, Doneal and Savannah Marsette, four grandchildren, three great grandchildren his siblings; Diane Gilmore, Gwendolyn Wright-Franklin, Sharon Franklin, Herman Franklin, Elaine Franklin Marsette, Francina Frankin, Robert Taylor Franklin, Melinda Patterson Franklin Michaelo Boone Franklin and David Jacob Franklin and several nieces and nephews. Deceased is his brother Alan Marsette who passed away in 2018.

Interment with full military honors by the VFW Post 191 Honor Guard and the United States Army will be accorded at 1:30 pm on Monday December 15, 2025, in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Cecil Twp. 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. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services to help defray funeral costs on the funeral home website. To view or extend condolences please visit www.salandrafunerals.com.

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12/07/2025

Ruth Ann Rock

Ruth Ann Rock, age 83 of Meadowlands, passed away peacefully Sunday, December 7, 2025, in the home of her daughter, with her beloved family by her side. She was born June 4, 1942, in Canonsburg, a daughter of the late John L. and Mary A. Simko Gonglik. Ruth Ann lived most of her life in Meadowlands and was a faithful member of St. Michaels Byzantine Catholic Church in Canonsburg, where she volunteered in the kitchen, cooking baking, making perogies, working events and election day spaghetti dinners. Ruth was an avid gardener and a dedicated housewife, who enjoyed crocheting, and watching Little House on the Prairie. She was a graduate of the first class of the Canon-McMillan jointure in 1960. For many years she accompanied her son in law, helping with his carpet cleaning business and enjoyed dancing at the American Legion Post 902 in Houston, and the SNPJ Lodge 138 in Strabane. Her husband William J. Rock Jr. passed away on December 21, 2008, after 45 years of marriage. Left behind to cherish her memory is her devoted daughter Mary Ann Stevenson and her husband Paul of Houston, with whom she made her home in the last year, her two beloved granddaughters Nicole and Rachel Stevenson, her brother David A. Gonglik, of Canonsburg, her sister Louise (Patrick) DeFilippis of Avella, and several nieces and nephews. Deceased, in addition to her husband and parents, is her brother John V. Gonglik, and a sister Carol J. Norris.

Friends and family are welcome from 2 until 6 pm Wednesday, December 10, 2025, in Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc. Joseph P. Salandra LFD owner/supervisor 304 West Pike Street Canonsburg (724)745-8120, where departing prayers will be recited at 9:30 am Thursday, December 11, 2025. Divine Liturgy will be celebrated at 10 am in St Michaels Byzantine Catholic Church East College Street Canonsburg. Interment will follow in St. Michaels Church Cemetery. Prasatas will be recited at 2 pm Wednesday in the funeral home. To view or extend condolences please visit www.salandrafunerals.com.

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12/07/2025

Daniel L. Fulop

Daniel L. Fulop age 82, of Brownsville, formerly of Canonsburg, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday December 3, 2025, in his home. He was born July 31, 1943, in Canonsburg, the son of the late Steve J. and Mary Marchewka Fulop. Dan was a graduate of Chartiers Houston High School, class of 1961, and a 1963 graduate of Penn Commercial Business School. He proudly served with the United States Air Force, prior to his honorable discharge. Dan then attended Carnegie Mellon University, becoming well versed in computers, he helped develop the computer department of Pittsburgh National Bank. He was a member of Syria Temple AAONMS and St. Oliver Plunkett Roman Catholic Parish, St. Michaels Church in Fredericktown. Dan was raised in Canonsburg and lived in Brownsville since 1979. Prior to his retirement in 2007, he was employed as a machine operator with Timberline Packaging. He also worked for many years at Oak Spring Cemetery in Canonsburg. One of his pastimes was building and collecting airplane models, due to his time in the Air Force. Deceased in addition to his parents is his sister Barbara Gourdie and her husband William. Left behind to cherish his memory are three nephews William (Karen) Gourdie, Robert (Mary) Gourdie and Brian Gourdie.

At Mr. Fulop’s request, all services and interment in St. Patrick Cemetery in Canonsburg are private and 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.

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12/07/2025

Frances Marie Starek

Frances Marie Starek 84 of Washington, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 6, 2025, in Concordia of Bridgeville. She was born June 2, 1941, in Canonsburg, a daughter of the late Zigmund and Frances Skedel Sobolewski. Frances was raised in Canonsburg and was a graduate of Canonsburg High School, class of 1959. Was a graduate of St. Francis School of Nursing in 1962 and earned her B.S. in Nursing from California University. She had been a faithful member of Immaculate conception Church in Washington. Prior to her retirement, Frances had been employed as a registered nurse at Washington Hospital for 44 years. Frances was a member of Washington Cruisers where she served as treasurer, enjoyed feeding the animals, especially her four cats-Midnight, Samantha, Alley, and Buddy, and was a volunteer at the Washington County Humane Society. She was a member of the Neighborhood House Auxiliary Association, had been active as a den mother is the Cub Scouts, home room mother and band parent for the Trinity High School Band. Frances enjoyed and looked forward to family and friends’ events. Always ready to help others and to help anyone who needed it. She will be missed by all who knew her. On November 9, 1963, she married John T. Starek Jr. who passed away May 29, 2016, after 52 years of marriage. Left behind to cherish her memory is her son Mark (Sue) Starek, her grandchildren, Alexandria Nicole and Stephen Daniel Starek and Harry Fisher, great grandchildren, Ariella Nicole and Alias Edward Fisher, brothers Zigmund (Carol) Sobolewski, Joseph (Barbara) Sobolewski, David (Diane) Sobolewski, sisters Nellie (Jerome) Koziak, Veronica (Howard) Harkins and Dolores Sobolewski (Ron Biondi), and several nieces and nephews. Deceased in addition to her husband is her son John T. Starek III who passed away May 24, 2022. Mrs. Starek’s family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of Concordia of Bridgeville, Jennifer LPN for her exemplary care and to Hunter, Heather, Roxanne, Deliah, Tiffany, Tammy and Tonya for their compassion. Also, to Gallagher Hospice RN’s and nursing assistants for managing her care.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 am Friday, December 12, 2025, in St Mary Church, Corpus Christi Parish 10 St. Mary’s Lane, Cecil. Interment will follow in St. Parick Cemetery, Canonsburg. Memorial contributions should be made to the Washington Area Humane Society 1527 PA-136, Eighty-Four PA 15330 or Alzheimer’s Research. 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. www.salandrafunerals.com.

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12/06/2025

Marcia Phillips Malardie

Marcia Phillips Malardie, born on Good Friday, April 23, 1943, was the beloved only child of Erma V. and Richard P. Phillips. She grew up in Pittsburgh and graduated from South Hills High School in 1961. Following graduation, Marcia spent a decade working as a secretary, and during those years she welcomed her two cherished daughters, Cinda and Melissa, with Norman Flaherty. Guided by a deep calling to care for others, Marcia entered training at the Mercy Hospital School of Nursing, earning her RN degree in 1973. She went on to serve as a dedicated psychiatric nurse at Mayview State Hospital, where she worked with compassion and commitment for 30 years. While working full-time, she also continued her education, proudly completing her bachelor’s degree in education from California University of Pennsylvania in 1989. In 1977, Marcia married her soulmate, James “Shorty” Malardie. Together they shared a life filled with laughter, adventure, and simple joys. After retiring in 2002, Marcia delighted in traveling, visiting casinos with her husband, enjoying good wine and good food, spending time with her beloved Tonkinese cats, was a steadfast "Pittsburgh Pirates fan", and creating warm memories with family and friends. Being civic minded, Marcia served on the board of directors of the Canonsburg Public Library for many years. Marcia was a devoted member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Mt. Lebanon, where she completed the Education for Ministry program and participated enthusiastically in the church’s book club. For the past two years, she brought her characteristic warmth and humor to the community at Strabane Trails in Washington County, where she was an engaged and cherished resident. She is survived by her daughters, Cinda (John) Maxwell and Melissa (Mark) Vito, and by her treasured grandchildren Jensen Maxwell, Jacob Vito, and Ava Vito. She also leaves behind her lifelong best friend, Bonnie Lawrence, and Bonnie’s daughter—Marcia’s “third daughter”—Tracy Galloway and her stepchildren, James and Joseph Malardie and Janice Martinez. Marcia will be remembered for her kindness, her resilience, her quick wit and the love she poured into everyone fortunate enough to know her. Private family visitation and services will be held at Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc. Joseph P. Salandra LFD owner/supervisor 304 West Pike Street Canonsburg (724) 745-8120. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Gardens McMurray. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Marcias’s name are suggested to be made to the Washington Area Humane Society P.O. Box 661 Eighty-Four PA 15330. To view or extend condolences please visit www.director@salandrafunerals.com" rel="ugc" target="_blank">www.director@salandrafunerals.com

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11/22/2025

Christine Kudrav RN U.S. Navy

Christine Kudrav, RN U S Navy, retired, age 81 of Canonsburg, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 20, 2025, in her home with her beloved family by her side. She was born June 28, 1944, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late John P. and Regina E. Rider Kudrav. Ms. Kudrav was a graduate of St. Mary’s Catholic School in McKees Rocks in 1962 and then graduated from Pittsburgh Hospital in 1965, with her nursing degree. She then served 20 Years with the United States Navy, retiring as a Lieutenant Commander. As a registered nurse, prior to her retirement, Christine had been employed with Manor Care. She was a faithful member of St. Oscar Romero Parish St. Patrick Church, the Ladies of Charity, and enjoyed gardening. Left behind to cherish her memory are her devoted sister, Rachel Kudrav, with whom she made her home, her brother Paul J. Kudrav and his wife Gina of Harrisonburg, Virginia, nephews David (Cynthia) Kudrav and Mark (Chelsey Lee) Kudrav, her niece Christin (Andrew) James and 5 great nieces and nephews. Deceased addition to her parents are her twin siblings Regina and John Kudrav, who died in infancy

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at noon, on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, in St Oscar Romer Parish, St. Patrick Church 317 West Pike Street Canonsburg. (Please meet in Church) Entombment will follow with full military Honors accorded by the VFW Post 191 Honor Guard of Canonsburg and the United States Navy in Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Peters Twp. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are suggested to the Little Sisters of The Poor Pittsburgh. 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.

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11/20/2025

John "Kubie" Klobucar

John “Kubie” Klobucar age 82, of Canonsburg, passed away peacefully Wednesday, November 19, 2025, in his home following an extended illness, with his devoted family by his side. He was born on October 17, 1943, in Canonsburg Hospital, a son of the late Frank M. and Elizabeth L. Nahay Klobucar Jr. John was a graduate of South Fayette High school and then attended The Pittsburgh Barber School. He was Catholic by faith and lived in Canonsburg since 1975. Prior to that, he lived in Bridgeville. He had been a barber at the Pittsburgh Hilton Hotel and became very close with his many sportsmen clients, including Roberto Clemente and Pirates announcer Bob Prince. Prior to his retirement John had been employed at Clad Metals, manufacturing Wearever cookware. He enjoyed bowling, camping, fishing, the casino and gambling, his dogs and cats including his cat, George. On August 27, 1966, at 11 am in St. Agnes Church, he married Florence “Flo” Hilpert who survives after 59 years of marriage. Also left behind to cherish his memory is his daughter Judy (Terri) Klobucar of Canonsburg and two nieces. John was the last of his immediate family. Deceased in addition to his parents is his brother James Klobucar.

Friends and family are welcome from 2 pm until 7 pm Monday, November 24, 2025, at Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc. Joseph P. Salandra LFD owner/supervisor 304 West Pike Street Canonsburg where a blessing service will be held at 10 am on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. Interment will follow in Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Peters Twp. To view or extend condolences, please visit www.salandrafunerals.com.

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11/14/2025

Sebastian Perella

Sebastian Perella, much loved son of Mara Bunce (Mark Wantorek) of Canonsburg and Derek Perella of Pittsburgh passed away unexpectedly on November 11, 2025.

He was also survived by his sister Autumn, brother Noah, his maternal grandparents Donna and Alan Demsey and paternal grandmother Darlene Perella. Survived also his uncles Lukas (Nicole) Demsey, Dennis Perella and his aunt Darnel (Denny) Fedor, many other aunts, uncles, numerous cousins, and many others who loved him.

Sebastian loved the outdoors, especially being at Virginia’s Beach on Lake Erie camping, fishing, and just soaking up the beauty of nature and the sunsets.

We will miss Sebastian deeply and try to find peace knowing he is at peace and with other loved ones who went before him.

Friends and family are welcome from 1-3 pm, November 15, 2025, with a celebration of Life service at 2:30 pm at Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc. Joseph P. Salandra LFD owner/supervisor, 304 West Pike Street Canonsburg, PA (724) 745-8120. To view or extend condolences please visit www.salandrafunerals.com.

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