Elizabeth A. Valenti
Age 85, of Penn Hills, on Thursday, March 17, 2016. Wife of the late Isadore; mother of David (Carol) and Patrick (Renee) Valenti; grandmother of Keira Valenti. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday at 10 a.m. in the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 3058 Brereton St, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Everyone Please meet at Church. Please no flowers or donations.
Joseph Vannelli
On Saturday, March 12, 2016, age 93, of Penn Hills, born in Italy. Husband of the late Ida (Tamburri) Vannelli. Beloved father of Mary (Anthony) Solazzo, Paul (Mary) and the late Joseph (surviving wife Patricia) Vannelli, Jr.; grandfather of Angela McSorley amd Stacey (Steven) Shreck; great-grandfather of Quinn McSorley and Brayden Shreck; dear friend of Ida Molinaro; also survived by several nieces and nephews; brother of the late Antoinette and Anthony. Joseph was a retired automotive mechanic and a World War II Veteran, twice wounded while serving in the 45th Infantry Division.
Friends received in William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills Monday 2-6 p.m., and Tuesday 4-8 p.m. Funeral prayers Wednesday at 9:30a.m., Mass of Christian burial in St. Gerard Majella Church 10 a.m. In Lieu of flowers, his family suggests memorial contributions to UPMC Senior Communities Benevolent Care Fund, 200 Lothrop Street, Forbes Tower, Suite 10072, Pittsburgh, PA 15213.
Betty L. Pellegrino
Age 85, of Penn Hills, on Wednesday, February 24, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Frank; mother of Dian, Scott (Theresa) and Glenn (Melissa) Pellegrino; also survived by five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Friends received in William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills where a service will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. Visitation FRIDAY ONLY 2-8 p.m.
Jennie S. (Miele) Cestra
Age 84, of Penn Hills, formerly of East Liberty, on Friday, February 26, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Felix P.; mother of Phil (Cheryl) Cestra and Donna (Travis) Matta; grandmother of Melanie (Brian) Blackall, Michele, Kellie and Justin Suprano and the late Phil (BJ) Cestra; also survived by 10 great-grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter and one sister. Jennie was predeceased by five brothers and two sisters.
Friends received in William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.) Penn Hills Monday from 2 p.m. until time of blessing service at 8 p.m..
Edna J. Tworek
Age 92, formerly of Penn Hills, on Monday, February 22, 2016. Beloved Wife of the late Walter; mother of Christine (the late Charles) Carlisle, Irene (Robert) Falgione, Richard (Cindy) Tworek, Edward (Cathy) Tworek, Charlotte (Gary) Groff, Joseph (Wendy) Tworek; grandmother of Natalie, Paulette, Richard, Edward, Katie, Bryant and Cody; great-grandmother of Taryn, Lauren, Christian, Chase, Hunter and Brayden.
Friends received in William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills THURSDAY ONLY 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Funeral prayers Friday at 9:30 a.m., Mass of Christian burial in St. Bartholomew Church 10 a.m.