Philomene Fischione
Age 93, of Penn Hills, passed away Peacefully on Monday, May 23, 2016. Philomene was survived by her, brother Eugene Fischione; preceded in death by her parents Maria and Emedio Fischione; sisters Christine Fischione and Rose Peters, brothers Anthony, Bernie and Vince Fischione.
Philomene graduated from Westinghouse High School in 1942 followed by employment with the Veterans Administration retiring at the age of 57 in 1980. Early retirement enabled her the luxury of traveling the world with her beloved sister Christine.
Foremost Philomene was extremely proud of her Italian Heritage. She treasured her memories of their multiple trips to Italy absorbing the culture returning home with many cherished family recipes which she was then able to prepare for the family.
She was an avid needle worker bestowing many beautiful gifts to family and friends. Philomene also enjoyed many years of sharing her mutual love of attending the Pittsburgh Public Theatre with her sister Christine. Philomene’s prize possession was her Frank Lloyd Wright inspired home where she lived independently still cooking and caring for herself until the age of 92.9 years old. In spite of her advanced years Philomene was very adept on the computer, regularly keeping in touch with beloved family and friends near and far via the internet and facebook.
Philomene devoted many years of her life caring for loved ones in their time of need. Philomenes family would like to take this opportunity to thank all of her dear friends for their continued loyalty, compassion, and support for Philomene in her time of need. The family would also like to thank all of you from the bottom of our hearts for making possible Philomene’s last wish of a grand 93rd birthday a reality, leaving her with cherished memories that carried her to the end.
Friends received in William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills Thursday from 9:30 a.m. until 11:30, Funeral prayers Thursday at 11:30 a.m., Mass of Christian burial in St. Susanna Church 12 p.m. In lieu of flowers contributions acknowledged to St Jude Children’s Hospital. Please reference Tribute # 40829933 either by calling 1-800-822-6344 or by mail to 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105