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R.D. Copeland INC Funeral Home, located at 981 Brodhead Road, Moon Township, PA, 15108, is a trusted and compassionate funeral home that has been serving the community for many years. With a long history of providing exceptional service and care, R.D. Copeland INC has established itself as a premier funeral home in the area.

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Kylee Elise Martelli - July 14, 2000 - April 24, 2022

Departed: 04/24/2022 (Moon Township)

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On Sunday morning, April 24, 2022, our precious Kylee Elise was promoted to glory with our Lord. God’s promise that we are absent from the body and present with the Lord became her eternal reality. She was welcomed to Heaven in the waiting arms of her grandfather Albert Martelli, Sr., and her grandmother Bettye Harris, and her two uncles James Sciulli and Robert Sitzler. Kylee, born on July 14, 2000, in Pittsburgh, PA, was the only child and cherished beyond words, of Albert T. Martelli, Jr. and Rebecca (Harris) Martelli, who survive her. She is also survived by her grandmother Joan Martelli; aunts and uncles: Nancy Webster, Sharon Butter (David), Carol Gracy (Scott), Jeanne Peckich (Phil), Donna Sciulli, David Harris, Jon Christopher Harris, William Harris (Monica); and many loving cousins; Christian Brothers and Sisters; her Zeta Family and extended Grove City Family; and her loving puppy, Cooper.

Kylee made her home in Moon Township, attended Moon Elementary Schools, Rhema Christian School and graduated in 2018 from Eden Christian Academy, Sewickley where she was inducted into the National Honor Society and a member of the Cheerleading Squad. During her time at Eden, she discovered her love of children and desire to teach. In 10th grade, she was part of a mission trip to Costa Rica where she fell in love with the people. Grounded in faith and fueled with desire, she wanted to do more. She, along with two others, organized a dance-a-thon to raise money for thier senior project, building a house for a family in Costa Rica. They were granted special permission by the Academy for their project. Their mission was fulfilled, the home was built, and a family was blessed because of their accomplishments.

Kylee was a senior at Grove City College, 3 weeks from graduation as a future educator. She worked at the Footprints in the Sand Day Care, where she was beloved. She was Co-Captain of the Cheerleading Team at Grove City.

Kylee was energetic and a life-long disciple for Christ, engaged in daily devotions. She was an avid reader of the Bible. Kylee was a member of Prince of Peace Church. She was a Chaplin of her Tri- Zeta Sorority, a Bible Study Leader, Minister to her fellow students, worked at the Grove City College Bookstore. Everyone who met Kylee, loved her, and considered her a friend. Such a promising future ahead. She was looking forward to the new chapter in her life, learning to cook and making a difference in children’s bright futures as a teacher.

Kylee had an enthusiastic sense of humor and an infectious laugh. She was a joy to be around. She was loyal and dedicated. As we all feel this tragic loss, we ask that you keep her family in prayer. Kylee is one with the Saints.

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Pearl Louise Steele - July 19, 1932 - April 18, 2022

Departed: 04/18/2022 (Moon Township)

Obituary Preview: Steele, Pearl Louise (Balonier) Age 89, passed away on Monday, April 18, 2022. Born in Chillicothe, OH and was raised, with love, in poverty. She eventually moved to Dayton, Ohio and met her husband-to-be, Garnet Steele. They married and had two boys, Mike and Steve. Garnet's work brought the family to Moon Township, PA.

Pearl was raised, for the most part, by her mother, Gertrude Balonier, and was always very close to her mother. Having seen, and lived through, a lot of broken families, Pearl's top priorities were always her family, pets, and home.

When Pearl retired from Dravo Corp. on Neville Island, she had reached the position of Employee Relations Supervisor. Pearl and Garnet enjoyed their retirements by traveling to their Florida home for the winter months.

Pearl's mother, Gertrude, passed in 1984. Pearl's son, Mike passed in 2003. Pearl's husband, Garnet passed in 2019. Garnet and Pearl had been married since 1952. Pearl’s son Steve helped take care of his parents as they aged. Services and Interment were private at Pearl's request. Arrangements entrusted to R.D. Copeland Funeral Home, Inc.

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Emma Lacenere - September 24, 1930 - April 14, 2022

Departed: 04/14/2022 (Moon Township)

Obituary Preview: Emma (Berardi) Lacenere, Age 91, of Moon Township, passed away on Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at Tapestry Senior Living. She was born in Coraopolis, PA on September 24, 1930 to the late Basile and Mary (Mele) Berardi. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 65 years, Orazio "Ray" Lacenere. Cherished mother of Michelle (Jerry) Ketterer of Peachtree City, GA, Vicky (Bryan) Osan of Crescent, PA, Regina (Tommy) Dickson of Crescent, PA and the late Kathy Cepull. Sister of Alfred Berardi of Moon Twp, PA, and the late Gilda (Eugene) Pitaro, Josephine Berardi, Enrico (late Isabel) Berardi, Angelo (late Becky) Berardi and Arthur (late Millie) Berardi. Also survived by her 10 loving grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Emma and her husband Ray together owned and operated Embassy Cleaners on Fourth Avenue in Coraopolis until her retirement in 1980. They also owned Ray's Deli in Coraopolis 1952-1953. She belonged to the Sons of Italy, a lifetime member of VFW 402 and also the Ladies Auxiliary of the Italian Sons and Daughters of America. Emma enjoyed playing bingo and baking cookies. She will be greatly missed by family and friends. Visitation will be on Monday from 2 - 8 PM at Copeland's Moon Township, 981 Brodhead Rd. where a blessing service will be held on Tuesday at 10 AM. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery. Family suggests donations in her name to Disabled American Veterans.

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Robert R. Fenimore - December 18, 1943 - April 08, 2022

Departed: 04/08/2022 (Moon Township)

Obituary Preview: Robert R. Fenimore, age 78, of Moon Township, died on Friday, April 8, 2022; He was born the son of the late Raymond and Alice Fenimore; beloved husband of Janet A. Fenimore, loving father of Dennis M. (Kelly) Fenimore of OH and Robert Christopher Fenimore of Coraopolis; dear grandfather of Kayla and Alex and 2 great grandchildren; brother of Raymond Fenimore of the Grand Turk Island. Bob was a regional manager of American Eagle Retailer who helped set up their regional stores in the area. He was a member of the I. O. O. F. and the Optimist Club. Friends received on Tuesday from 2 – 4 & 6 – 8 pm at R. D. Copeland, Inc., 981 Brodhead Road, Moon Township. Memorial contributions in Bob's memory can be made to the West Hills Food Pantry.

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Roberta K. Leslie - Unknown - April 03, 2022

Departed: 04/03/2022 (Moon Township)

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Antoinette Castelli Zottola - May 27, 1930 - March 20, 2022

Departed: 03/20/2022 (Moon Township)

Obituary Preview: Antoinette Castelli Zottola died at 2:52 a.m., on Sunday, March 20, 2022, at the age of 91, two months short of her 92nd birthday. She was born on May 27,1930, in Pittsburgh, PA.

Antoinette graduated with high honors two years early from Peabody High School and matriculated to the Margaret Morrison (Women’s School) of Carnegie Mellon University, majoring in math. She tutored some of the football players on the CMU team.

She married Pasquale Zottola on December 30, 1950. She worked as a bookkeeper at Rick’s Dairy before embarking on her life’s ambition of raising 8 children and she is survived by these children: Rosemary, Frank, Patricia, Linda, Richard (Leslie), Tonia (Mendy Walden), Patrick (Sherry), and Tina (Jen Jakell). She is also survived by 15 grandchildren,16 great grandchildren and two step-great grandchildren. Antoinette had a special and loving relationship with her godchildren: Joe Tamburino and Cathie Castelli Valley.

Antoinette loved completing Sudoku and crossword puzzles which always kept her sharp as a tack. However, her favorite and most joyful activity was cooking for family, friends, and neighbors. Everyone enjoyed Meemaw’s homemade Italian specialties! She will be dearly missed by all.

Visitation will be held at the Copeland Funeral Home, 981 Brodhead Rd., Moon Township, PA, on Thursday, March 24, 2022, between the hours of 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. Services and internment on Friday, March 25, 2022 at 10a.m.

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Albert Lawrence Stuever - May 20, 1927 - March 20, 2022

Departed: 03/20/2022 (Moon Township)

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Francis "Fronny" J. McDonald - August 16, 1928 - March 09, 2022

Departed: 03/09/2022 (Moon Township)

Obituary Preview: McDonald, Francis "Fronny" J. Age 93 of Beaver Falls, formerly of Moon Twp. passed away on Wednesday, March 9, 2022. Beloved husband of the late Nancy (Tote) McDonald. Proud and cherished father of Cheryl (Nick R.) Camp of Center Twp. Brother of Nancy Xavier (McDonald) Mattingly (Joseph) of Chaptico, MD,  and the late George B. "Bubby" (late Violet) McDonald, Thomas A. "Teeny" (late Eileen) McDonald and James C. "Teeny Baby" (late Pat) McDonald. Grandfather of Cassandra R. (Brian) Bair and Carissa N. Camp. Great-grandfather of Zoe and Andrew Bair. A veteran of the US Army, Francis served as a Corporal during the Korean War from 1951-1952. Francis then went on to retire as a supervisor from US Air in 1990 after over 40 years of service.  Fronny was a longtime member of St. Margaret Mary Church. He also belonged to VFW Post 402, ARUE (US Air retirees), IAM Potomac Air Lodge Local 1976 and a former active member of Knights of Columbus.  Visitation Friday 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 pm at Copeland's Moon Township, 981 Brodhead Rd. where prayers will be recited on Saturday at 9:00 AM followed by Mass at 9:30 AM at Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, St. Margaret Mary Parish. Entombment will follow in Resurrection Cemetery.

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Sarah Jane Bloomer - Unknown - February 28, 2022

Departed: 02/28/2022 (Moon Township)

Obituary Preview: Bloomer, Sarah Jane; Age 74 of Moon Township, passed away on Monday, February 28, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Thomas W. Bloomer. Loving mother of Matthew (Shannon) Bloomer, Jennifer (Bruce) Parrish and Joseph (Amy) Bloomer. Daughter of the late Donald and Varma “Sally” Lahti Black. Sister of Mildred (William) Bartolomucci, Susan (Brian) Davidson, Diane DiRubbo and Donald (Kim) Black. Cherished grandmother of Elizabeth & Emma Parrish and Colin Bloomer. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Sarah enjoyed traveling and specifically going to the beach. She was very active at the Impact Christian Church in Moon Twp. Sara was a Registered Nurse at Sewickley Hospital for many years before retiring from the Sewickley Eye Group.  Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 3rd from 2 - 4 and 6 - 8pm at Copeland's Moon Township, Inc., 981 Brodhead Rd. where a funeral service will follow on Friday, March 4th at 10 AM concluding with entombment at Resurrection Cemetery.

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Debbie L. Foltz - Unknown - February 24, 2022

Departed: 02/24/2022 (Moon Township)

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Edith G. Cleveland - September 10, 1937 - February 22, 2022

Departed: 02/22/2022 (Moon Township)

Obituary Preview: Edith G. Cleveland, age 84, passed away Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at Ohio Valley Hospital. Edith “Bootsie” was born September 10, 1937, the only child, to the late Grover and Clara (Jones) Cleveland.

Edith graduated from Hopewell High School and Westminster College, taught in Hopewell Schools for a few years, then spent 10 years overseas teaching grade school in the Philippines and London. She worked for Met Life over 20 years and was secretary for Jim Nagy much of that time, which turned into a lifetime relationship with their family and friends. She leaves many special friends.

Edith died of cancer and fought a good fight for over 2 years. We will miss her so much.

To celebrate her life, please join us for visitation Tuesday (Mar. 1) 11 AM until time of service at 1 PM at Copeland’s Moon Township, 981 Brodhead Rd. Because of her love of animals and in lieu of flowers, family suggests donations to Animal Friends.

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Mary Jane Burkhard - March 09, 1935 - February 20, 2022

Departed: 02/20/2022 (Moon Township)

Obituary Preview: Mary Jane Burkhard, 86, passed peacefully in her sleep on February 20, 2022, after a brief illness. Mary Jane was born March 9, 1935, in McKees Rocks, PA to the late Garnett McGinnis and Margaret (Geyer) McGinnis. She was a long-time resident of Moon Township. Mary Jane was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years Thomas A. Burkhard and her eldest son Thomas E. Burkhard. She is survived by her loving family; children, Timothy J. (Polly) Burkhard and Tammy L. (Joseph) Sekanick; grandchildren, Hilary A. (Robert) Menchen, Hannah E. Burkhard and Christopher James Sekanick; sisters, Ange McGinnis and Edna Mae McGinnis and her cousins. Mary Jane loved her grandchildren, sewing, quilting and sweets! Burial will be private at Allegheny County Memorial Park in Allison Park, PA. Memorial donations can be made in memory of Mary Jane to the Ken Mawr United Presbyterian Church in Kennedy Township, PA. Arrangements entrusted to R. D. Copeland, Inc., Moon Township, PA.

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Brian "Hoss" Strader - Unknown - February 19, 2022

Departed: 02/19/2022 (Moon Township)

Obituary Preview: Brian "Hoss" Strader, age 61, of Moon Township, died on Saturday, February 19, 2022. Beloved son of Richard and Wanda Sue (Wilson) Strader; loving fiancée of Jill Lane; brother of Susan Strader; uncle of Melissa Strader. He was also survived by his dog, Tess.  Hoss worked at Airport Autobody for 34 years. He was a hardworking, outgoing and "on the go" guy who would give you the shirt off his back. He loved riding his Harley and going fishing.  Friends received at R. D. Copeland, Inc., 591 Brodhead Road, Moon Township on Wednesday 2 - 4 & 5 - 8 pm. Visitation will continue at Hardman Family Funeral Home, 730 N. Main St., Weston WV on Friday 12 pm until service time at 1 pm, followed by burial in Posey Cemetery.

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Gordon P. Hurlbert - December 28, 1937 - February 16, 2022

Departed: 02/16/2022 (Moon Township)

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Robert G. Cavanaugh - November 17, 1932 - February 15, 2022

Departed: 02/15/2022 (Moon Township)

Obituary Preview: Cavanaugh, Robert G.; Age 89, of Moon Township, went to be with Our Lord on Tuesday, February 15, 2022. Beloved husband for 47 years to Roseann Cavanaugh who passed away on the same day in 2016. Son of the late John and Mathilda Cavanaugh. Brother of the late Dorothy Knorr, James (Jim) Cavanaugh and John (Jack) Cavanaugh. Bob is survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and friends. Bob graduated from Central Catholic High School, class of 1950. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. Bob was a member of St. Margaret Mary Parish and served as a Homebound Eucharistic Minister and sang in the choir for 48 years. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus council #2555. Bob was also a member of the Barbershop Harmony Society (SPEBSQSA) for over 50 years. During his lifetime, Bob helped the community by donating over 100 pints of blood. Visitation Friday (Feb 18) 2 -4 and 6 - 8pm at Copeland's Moon Township, 981 Brodhead Rd. where prayers will be recited on Saturday (Feb 18) at 9:30 AM followed by Mass at 10 AM at Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, St. Margaret Mary Parish. Burial will follow in Resurrection Cemetery.

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Cecilia L. Carlos - November 02, 1938 - February 14, 2022

Departed: 02/14/2022 (Moon Township)

Obituary Preview: Carlos, Cecilia L.; Age 84, of Moon Township, passed away on Monday, February 14, 2022. Beloved wife for 58 years to Leonardo Carlos whom she married on March 9, 1963. Daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Leoncio Limjuco.  Loving mother of Dr. Norman (Sharon) Carlos and late Dr. Lionel (surviving spouse Dina) Carlos. Cherished sister of Guadalupe Limjuco, Corazon Limjuco and Benilda Alfonso. Grandmother of Gideon and Graciela Carlos. Cecelia graduated from the University of Santo Thomas with a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture in which she became a Registered Architect. Visitation Tuesday (Feb 22) 5 - 8pm at Copeland's Moon Township, 981 Brodhead Rd. where prayers will be recited on Wednesday (Feb 23) at 9:30 AM followed by Mass at 10 AM at Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, St. Margaret Mary Parish. Entombment will follow in Resurrection Cemetery.

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George D. Kinchen - March 23, 1939 - February 11, 2022

Departed: 02/11/2022 (Moon Township)

Obituary Preview: Kinchen, George D. Age 82, longtime resident of Moon Twp, passed away on February, February 11, 2022. Beloved husband of 56 years to Veronica “Ronne” Kinchen. Loving father of Jennifer Kinchen and the late Julie Bonner. Father-in-law of Robert Bonner. Brother of Patty (Flo) Sever, and the late Joanne Kinchen and Stephen (surviving wife Carol) Kinchen. Special grandfather of Nicholas Bonner. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and dear friends. George was a US Army Veteran, stationed in Germany. He worked as a welder for Dravo Corp until they closed when he took a position as a van driver for Charlie Brown’s Airport Parking.  George was a proud member of Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, St. Margaret Mary Parish for many years. A true “Mr. Fix-it”, he could repair absolutely anything, along with his outgoing personality, he had a kind word for everybody. Visitation Tuesday (Feb 15) 2 -4 and 6 – 8pm at Copeland's Moon Township, 981 Brodhead Rd. where prayers will be recited on Wednesday (Feb 16) at 9:30 AM followed by Mass at 10 AM at Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, St. Margaret Mary Parish. Entombment will follow in Resurrection Cemetery.

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George Lawrence - June 05, 1927 - February 09, 2022

Departed: 02/09/2022 (Moon Township)

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Mary Louise Kish - October 15, 1931 - February 08, 2022

Departed: 02/08/2022 (Moon Township)

Obituary Preview: Mary Louise Kish passed away on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at Heritage Valley, Kennedy. A longtime resident of Coraopolis, PA she was the daughter of Mary (Sarver) Morris and Raymond Thornburg who predeceased her.

She graduated Coraopolis High School and worked at the Glass Works in the payroll department where she met and then married William W. Kish, who predeceased her.

Mary Lou and Bill moved to Neville Island, PA and raised their three children. She was well known on the Island as Den mother for the Cub Scouts and as a Girl Scout Leader. She enjoyed her life on Willow Lane with their pet dog Beauty, along with many camping trips (member NCHA) and vacations, especially to Deep Creek, Maryland. Later trips included those to Canada, Florida, Las Vegas, and to the Caribbean with her daughters.

With the construction of the RT 79 bridge, the Kish family was forced to move, and settled back in Coraopolis. Mary Lou joined the St. Joseph Catholic Church, participated in Christian Mothers and volunteered in the St. Joseph School cafeteria. She was the treasurer of the TOPS group and worked for several families as a companion to the infirmed. She was a devoted and caring woman affectionately referred to as MA. Upon her husband’s passing her mother and later her aunt Margaret (Sarver) Young joined her in the family home. Mary Lou faithfully cared for them until their deaths.

She is survived by her three children, William R. Kish of Coraopolis, Diane L. Blakeslee of Stroudsburg, PA and Phyllis A. (Philip) Blosser of Imperial, PA. She had a special place in her heart for Phyllis Williams and her daughter Becky, whom she treated as family. She leaves two grandchildren, Laura Blosser (David Bell) of Imperial PA and Matthew Blakeslee of Palmerton, PA, and one great-grandson Philip Bell of Imperial, PA. She is also survived by her cousin Charles Sarver (Carol) of Moon Township.

Visitation will be held on Friday, February 11, 2022 from 2 -4 and 6 – 8 pm at R.D. Copeland, Inc, 981 Brodhead Road, Moon Twp where a blessing service will be held on Saturday at 9:30am followed by burial at Resurrection Cemetery.

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Susan E. Scullin - May 13, 1949 - January 29, 2022

Departed: 01/29/2022 (Moon Township)

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Stephen Demel - May 26, 1948 - January 24, 2022

Departed: 01/24/2022 (Moon Township)

Obituary Preview: Stephen Demel, age 73, from Moon Township, went to be with Jesus, his Lord and Savior, on Monday, January 24, 2022. Beloved husband of Helene Gongloff; loving father of Janet Lang (Jim), Kathleen Staiger (David) and Michelle Ivosevic. He was loved dearly by his 8 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Stephen came from a family of 13. Eight sisters Janet DeRites, Christie Krebs, Darla (Mark Cholewski) Eisel, Cindy (Pat Cavanaugh), Verna Moses and Donna Self (deceased), Tres Firewicz (deceased) and Charlene (deceased) and four brothers Timothy, Michael, Fred (deceased) and Chuck (deceased). Stephen served in the Vietnam War from 1965-1968, worked as an engineer on the P & LE Railroad (Pittsburgh) until the railroad went under. He also worked as a Correction Officer for the Allegheny County Jail (Pittsburgh) until retirement. Stephen had a great gift of gab, leaving people with a laugh or smile on their face. Visitation Sunday 1-4, 6-8 at Copeland’s Moon Township, 981 Brodhead Rd. where prayers will be recited on Monday at 9:30 AM followed by Mass at Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, St. Margaret Mary Church at 10 AM. Entombment will follow at Resurrection with full military honors. "I treasure all the good times and memories we made together". Your soulmate forever, Helene

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Thomas P. DiSanto - Unknown - January 21, 2022

Departed: 01/21/2022 (Moon Township)

Obituary Preview: Thomas P. DiSanto, age 84, died on Friday, January 21, 2022. Son of the late Vittorio and Maria (Leone) DiSanto; husband of Joyce Arlene DiSanto, loving father of Victor (Rena) DiSanto, Maria (Conway) Carter and Thomas J. (Carolyn Jones) DiSanto, grandfather of Michael and Gabriel DiSanto; brother of the late Michael, Dominic and Gina DiSanto. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Tom worked at and retired from J & L Steel and LTV Steel after many years as millwright. He was a longtime member of Prince of Peace Anglican Church. He loved his coffee with Mac’s Donuts.  Friends received on Tuesday from 10 – 11 am at R. D. Copeland, Inc., 981 Brodhead Road, Moon Township, where a Funeral Service will follow at 11 am. The family suggest donations in Tom’s memory be made to the Prince of Peace Anglican Church, 1314 Gringo Rd, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

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Tracey Lynn Paul - Unknown - January 14, 2022

Departed: 01/14/2022 (Moon Township)

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Gregory James Legowski - Unknown - January 07, 2022

Departed: 01/07/2022 (Moon Township)

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Patrick J. Musta, Sr. - March 17, 1930 - January 04, 2022

Departed: 01/04/2022 (Moon Township)

Obituary Preview: Patrick J. Musta, 91, of Moon Township, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 4, 2022, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital surrounded by his family. Born on March 17, 1930, in North Braddock, PA, he was one of three children born to the late Russell and Marie (Klohs) Musta. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings Russell Musta and Romanza Krawchyk. Patrick grew up in Coraopolis and graduated from Coraopolis High School in 1949 where he excelled in football and participated in the Jaycee Dapper Dan All-Star Football Game. He married his high school sweetheart, Elinor Iacobucci, and for the next 71 years they enjoyed every phase of their life together.  Patrick is also survived by his three loving children Patrick (Carol) Musta, Jr., Cynde (Preston) Grubbs, and Beth Ann (Dr. Michael) Mohr; nine cherished grandchildren, Patrick III (Susan), Mark (Cassie), Bennett (Caitlin), Scott, Harrison (Kristina), Ashley (Matthew), Lia, Erika, and Kurt; and so proud of their seven great-grandchildren, Miles, Mabel, Nova, Matthew, Aubrey, Alaina, and Remington. Patrick was a member of St. Joseph Church. He was also a member of the Studebaker Driver’s Club, being a proud owner of a 1951 Studebaker Pick-up Truck, a 1956 President and 1954 Commander, two door sedan. He drove them in the Canonsburg Parade and had the grandchildren throw candy to the site-seers. As an avid golfer, he was a participant in several golf leagues, and a member of Deer Trails Country Club. Hard working and loyal, he began his career at USS Chemicals in 1950 and retired as foreman in 1991. Patrick had a wonderful sense of humor, enjoyed life and was just fun to be around. Visitation Sunday (Jan. 9) 5-8 PM at Copeland’s Moon Township, 981 Brodhead Rd. where prayers will be recited on Monday (Jan. 10) at 9:15 AM followed by Mass at 10 AM at Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, St. Joseph Parish. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. Family suggests, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the Felician Sisters in North America (https://www.feliciansistersna.org/giving/).

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What is an obituary?

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Obituaries serve as a way to honor and remember the deceased, while also providing important information to those who need to know about the passing. They help to notify friends and family of the funeral or memorial service details, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences.

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Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, it's becoming more common for people to write their own obituaries in advance. This can be a therapeutic exercise and ensure that your life is remembered exactly as you want it to be.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost varies depending on the publication or website. Some newspapers charge by the word or line, while others offer package deals. Online obituary websites may offer free or low-cost options.

Can I edit an obituary after it's been published?

This depends on the publication or website. Some may allow corrections or updates, while others may not. It's essential to review the obituary carefully before submitting it.

How long do online obituaries remain available?

This varies depending on the website. Some online obituaries remain available indefinitely, while others may be archived after a certain period.

Can I share an obituary on social media?

Yes, many online obituary websites provide sharing options for social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter. This allows you to easily notify friends and family.

What is a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of someone's passing, usually including only the most basic information such as name, age, and date of death. It's often used when a full obituary is not desired or necessary.

What is a memorial page?

A memorial page is a dedicated webpage where friends and family can leave condolences, share memories, and upload photos or videos in tribute to the deceased.

Can I create a memorial page for someone who has passed away?

Yes, many online obituary websites offer this feature. You can create a memorial page for someone who has passed away, even if they don't have an official obituary.

How do I find an old obituary?

You can try searching online archives of newspapers or websites that specialize in historical records. Local libraries or genealogical societies may also have resources to help you find old obituaries.

Can I use an obituary as a template for my own funeral plans?

Yes, reading through various obituaries can give you ideas for how you want your own life celebrated after you're gone. You can use these ideas to plan your own funeral or memorial service.

Are there any specific guidelines for writing an LGBTQ+ friendly obituary?

Yes, it's essential to be respectful and inclusive when writing an obituary for someone from the LGBTQ+ community. Use their preferred name and pronouns, and avoid outing them if they were not publicly out during their lifetime.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Absolutely! Humor can be a wonderful way to celebrate someone's life and personality. Just be sure to keep it respectful and tasteful.

How do I handle sensitive information in an obituary?

If there are sensitive issues surrounding the person's death or life, it's best to err on the side of caution and avoid including that information in the obituary. Focus on celebrating their life and accomplishments instead.

Can I write an obituary for someone who has died under difficult circumstances?

Yes, but be sure to approach this with sensitivity and compassion. Focus on celebrating their life and avoiding sensational details that might cause further distress to loved ones.

What if I'm struggling to write an obituary due to grief or emotional distress?

DON'T hesitate to reach out for support! Ask a friend or family member for help, or consider hiring a professional writer who specializes in writing obituaries.

Can I include charitable donation information in an obituary?

Absolutely! Many families choose to include information about charitable donations in lieu of flowers. This can be a meaningful way to honor the deceased person's memory.

How do I ensure that an online obituary remains accessible over time?

MOST online obituary websites take steps to ensure their archives remain accessible over time. However, it's always a good idea to save a copy of the obituary for your own records as well.

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