Parzynski Funeral Home & Cremations, LLC - Belle Vernon

07/29/2025

David LaRosse

David P. LaRosse, 70, of Charleroi, PA passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at Penn Highlands - Mon Valley Hospital. Born December 1, 1954, in Johnstown, PA he was the son of the late Henry and Ellen Mearkle LaRosse.

The only thing in life that Dave loved more than his family was Jesus. He had a true servant’s heart; and a passion for sharing the gospel with people who might not know Jesus personally. Dave had a light hearted spirit about him; with a silly sense of humor, and little to no regard for looking foolish, provided it brought smiles and laughter to those he loved. In his spare time, Dave loved to be active. He enjoyed working out and playing pickleball, table tennis, golfing, and fishing.

Dave is survived by his two daughters & sons-in-law: Jessica (Jeremy) Wohltmann of Concord, NC, Tanya (Burt) Hunt of Concord, NC; four grandchildren: Jacob Hunt, Charleigh Wohltmann, Clayton Wohltman,, Emmett Wohltmann; brother & sister-in-law Charles & Cindy LaRosse and sister Cindy Cestari, along with several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his wife Mayda (Rey) LaRosse and brother Kenneth LaRosse.

A service to celebrate Dave’s life will be held at Noon on Saturday, Aug. 2nd, 2025 at Covenant Global Methodist Church located at 802 Green Bag Road, Morgantown, WV 26508. Please join us for fellowship and a celebration meal immediately following at Living by Faith Church located at 137 East Second Street, Brookhaven, WV 26508.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Dave can be made to some of his favorite charities:: KLove Christian radio, Preborn Ministries for Ultrasounds, Tunnel 2 Towers or St. Jude.

David’s funeral arrangements entrusted to the Parzynski Funeral Home & Cremations LLC, Family Owned and Operated, 626 Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon 724-929-6183.

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07/28/2025

Funeral Mass of Mary Strickland - July 28, 2025

07/25/2025

Maria Mickey

Maria Saluda Mickey, 92, of Sewickley, passed away Friday, July 11, 2025 at Apple Blossom Memory Care, Moon Township. She was born on June 22, 1933 in Gary, Indiana, she was the daughter of betty Anderson Saluda and John Saluda. Maria married Henry Mickey on June 3, 1956 and they celebrated 69 years of marriage. Henry Mickey died on March 18, 2025. Maria loved fashion. She worked herself up in the industry as a salesclerk at Saks Fifth Avenue in Pittsburgh, PA. when Saks closed its doors, she opened a little shop in Sewickley where she sold women’s blouses. Then she ventured out and opened a larger boutique on Beaver Street in Sewickley with designer clothes, showcasing the latest trends and timeless pieces from top labels. Maria not only had local clientele but was a personal shopper for her customers from the Pittsburgh area but also from Chicago, Illinois to Palm Beach, Florida. Maria did not have any employees. She was the owner, buyer and managed her businesses. She was a member of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. Maria is survived by her close friends, Norma and Bob Trombino of Belle Vernon, Marilyn and Terry Mewton of Sewickley, and Josie White and Mark Kujawski of Sewickley.

Private inurnment took place Belle Vernon Cemetery. Maria’s funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Parzynski Funeral Home & Cremations LLC, Family Owned and Operated, 626 Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon 724-929-6183.

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07/25/2025

Mary Lou Kalakewich

Mary Lou Basits Brewer Kalakewich, 93, of Belle Vernon, passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at Mt. Macrina Manor, Uniontown. Born January 9, 1932 in Grindstone, PA she was the daughter of the late Alex and Evelyn Chiplaskey Basits. A lifelong resident of Belle Vernon, Mrs. Kalakewich was a member of the First Christian Church of Belle Vernon and was employed by Santori Cabinets in the 1970's assembling cabinets. She later worked as a teacher's aide for Belle Vernon Area School District and enjoyed reading.

She is survived by her three children David Brewer, Nancy & Tim Matsick, Scott & Patricia Brewer all of Belle Vernon, seven grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her first husband William Brewer (1973), second husband John Kalakewich (1992), two daughters Pamela Pendland, Debra LaRew, daughter in law Glenda Brewer, three grandchildren Zachary Brewer, Nicole LaRew, Andrew Brewer, brother Alex Basits Jr., and sister Betty Jane Simpson.

Visitation will be held Friday, August 1, from 5-7 PM at the Parzynski Funeral Home & Cremations LLC, Family Owned and Operated, 626 Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon, PA 15012 724-929-6183. Private family interment will take place in Belle Vernon Cemetery.

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07/25/2025

Mary M. Strickland

Mary M. Miller Strickland, 90, of Roscoe, passed away Thursday, July 24, 2025 in her home. Born August 27, 1934 in Philadelphia, PA she was the daughter of the late Samuel W. Miller Sr. and Mary E. Fanrak Miller. A resident of Roscoe for the past 39 years, Mrs. Strickland was a member of St. Sebastian R.C. Church where he assisted at RCIA, sang in the funeral choir, and served as Eucharistic Minister. Mrs. Strickland was a retired registered nurse and psychotherapist social worker at Greenbrier, Washington. Mary was a member of the NASW and volunteered at Mon Valley Hospital in the emergency ward.

Mary was the last surviving member of her family and is survived by her beloved pet dog, Princess. She is preceded in death by her husband the Rev. Fr. Walter R. Strickland, Episcopal Priest (1-18-2002) and brother Samuel W. Miller Jr. (1989).

Friends are asked to gather directly at St. Sebastian RC Church, Belle Vernon on Monday, July 28th, for funeral mass at 10:00 AM with the Rev. Anthony Onoko as celebrant. Mary’s funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Parzynski Funeral Home & Cremations LLC, Family Owned and Operated, 626 Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon 724-929-6183.

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07/17/2025

Carolyn Cherocci

Carolyn Samoda Cherocci, 78, of Belle Vernon, passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at her home. Born August 1, 1946 in N. Charleroi, PA she was the daughter of the late William Samoda and Martha Kistler Samoda Fay. A lifelong resident of Belle Vernon, Carolyn was a member of the Belle Vernon Church of the Nazarene where she loved singing and playing the organ in church. She was a retired supervisor from DMV, Belle Vernon, where she worked as a Supervisor, retired secretary from Belle Vernon Boro, loved camping and most of all spending time with her grandchildren.

She is survived by her daughter & son in law Shelley & Denny Long of Washington Twp. with whom she made her home, four grandchildren Courtney Samoda, Falyn Samoda, Hannah Samoda, Christina Barcus; a great grandson Jeffrey Lamar Carlock II and her grand fur Babies JU-JU & Pouncey. She is preceded in death by her husband James S. Cherocci Sr.; daughter Shawndell Adair Samoda Muro; three brothers Robert Maybie, John Flieshman, Ron Shaulis and her stepfather Fred Fay.

Visitation will be held on Sunday from 2-4 & 6-7:30 pm at the Parzynski Funeral Home & Cremations LLC, Family Owned and Operated, 626 Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon 724-929-6183 followed by funeral services at 7:30 PM with the Rev. Patti Smith of Belle Vernon Church of the Nazarene officiating. The family would wish to extend a special thank you to her aide Bea Holma and her nurse Abbey Taffoni from Amedisys Hospice for their loving care and support.

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07/10/2025

John Patrick Timlin Jr.

John Patrick ‘Tim’ Timlin Jr., 95, of Long Branch, passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at AHN Jefferson Hospital, Jefferson Hills. Born December 10, 1929 in Roscoe, PA he was the son of the late John P. Timlin Sr. and Ida Pauline Hall Timlin. A resident of Coal Center for the past 67 years, Mr. Timlin was a member of St. Sebastian R.C. Church, Belle Vernon, and was retired from Whg-Pgh Steel Allenport, where he worked in the Shipping Department. He was a veteran of Korean War where he served in the US Air Force, was a member of the Roscoe American Legion, enjoyed music and played in several country bands over the years. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife Joan Moluski Timlin to whom he would have celebrated 74 years of marriage on October 6, six children Jack & Jeannie Timlin of Fallowfield Twp., Patty & Tom Downes of Speers, Kathy Vercoe of Roscoe, Terry Timlin of Stockdale, Janet & Ken Santoro of Fallowfield Twp., Jim & Rhonda Timlin of Belle Vernon, ten grandchildren Tim, Gary & Abby Timlin, Craig Downes, Erin Arnold, Corey Downes, Jamie Dundr, Ryan Vercoe, Christina Bozarth, Paul Masten, and 13 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by a son in law Ed Vercoe, daughter in law Barb Timlin, three sisters Kathryn Rusell, Dorothy Zubritsky, and Mary Kent.

Private family visitation was held for the family. Family and friends are asked to gather directly at St. Sebastian R.C. Church on Friday for funeral mass at 11 AM with Rev. Michael Thomas of St. Sebastian Church as celebrant. Interment will take place in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Coal Center. John’s funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Parzynski Funeral Home & Cremations LLC, Family Owned and Operated, 626 Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon 724-929-6183.

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07/09/2025

Kathryn Hauth

Kathryn Hauth Hauth, 70, of Belle Vernon, Washington Twp., passed away Monday, June 23, 2025 at , Belle Vernon. Born October 1, 1954 in N. Charleroi, PA she was the daughter of the late William and Minnie Gallo Hauth. A resident of Belle Vernon for most of her adult life, Kathryn was a member of St. Sebastian RC Church, Belle Vernon, was a retired registered nurse from Mercy Hospital, where she worked in the Neonatal ICU and had a great love was her horse Carnival.

She is survived by several cousins and extended family. She is preceded in death by her sister Donna M. Hauth.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, July 8th with the Rev. Michael Thomas of St. Sebastian RC Church officiating. Interment will take place in Belle Vernon Cemetery. Kathryn’s funeral arrangements entrusted to the Parzynski Funeral Home & Cremations LLC, Family Owned and Operated, 626 Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon 724-929-6183.

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06/28/2025

David Granato

David Granato, 86, of Coal Center, passed away Friday, June 27, 2025 at his home. Born March 26, 1939 in Donora, PA he was the son of the late Albert F. and Alma Linoman Granato. A resident of Coal Center for the past 57 years, Mr. Granato was a member of the H.O.PE. Center Church, Belle Vernon, was a retired Locomotive Engineer for Norfolk Southern RR. David was a member of the Italian Club, Charleroi, enjoyed doing his crossword puzzles, building puzzles and had a strong faith always reading his Bible.

He is survived by his three children Pamela McClelland of Coal Center, Robin & Mark Marchesini of Belle Vernon, Richard Granato of Coal Center; seven grandchildren, 1 great grandchild and a sister Shelia Sakalik of Rostraver Twp. He is preceded in death by his wife Shirley Hussar Granato, son David Granato, two brothers Ronald Granato, Albert Granato and two sisters Alma Jean Ramsdell and Naoni Butchko.

Funeral service will be private for the family. David’s funeral arrangements entrusted to the Parzynski Funeral Home & Cremations LLC, Family Owned and Operated, 626 Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon 724-929-6183.

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06/15/2025

Joyceanne M. Anderson

Joyceanne M. McCay Anderson, 82, of Carmichaels, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Lasosky Personal Care Home, Clarksville. Born September 19, 1942 in N. Charleroi, PA she was the daughter of the late Clarence M. and Anne M. Gluch McCay. A resident of California, PA, Mrs. Anderson was a member of St. Sebastian R.C. Church, was a retired home health nurse, enjoyed crocheting, reading and playing bingo.

She is survived by her six children Stephanie Spates of Columbus, GA, William B. & Darlene Hyatt of Carmichaels, Wendy Marie Rafferty of Columbus, GA, Tammy Jean & Ronny Gonzalez of Fayetteville, NC, Kerri Lynn & Julian Ravilous of Fayetteville, NC, Jennifer Anderson of Ohio; 13 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; sister & brother-in-law Clarissa & Larry Dubois of California, PA. She is preceded in death by her first husband William B. Hyatt; second husband Raymond Anderson and a sister Margaret McCay.

Visitation will be held Tuesday from 2-4 & 6-8 PM at the Parzynski Funeral Home & Cremations LLC, Family Owned and Operated, 626 Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon 724-929-6183. Prayers of Transfer will be held Wednesday at 9:30 am in the funeral home followed by funeral mass at 10:00 am at St. Sebastian R.C. Church. Interment will take place in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

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06/06/2025

Paige M. Carlson

Paige M. Carlson, 59, of Belle Vernon, Rostraver Twp., previously of Monessen, passed away Thursday, June 5, 2025 at Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born May 30, 1966 in Uniontown, PA she was the daughter of the late George and Tanya Skurkay Carlson. A resident of Belle Vernon for the past 11 years, previously of Monessen, Paige retired from Prime Medical, Rostraver Twp., where she worked as a medical assistant. She attended meetings at the Center of Excellence, Charleroi. enjoyed crafting, reading, and most of all loved caring for her grandchildren.

She is survived by her daughter Chelsea Grogan of Monessen, son Bryce Smith of Monessen, three grandchildren Christiano, Cassia, Callan, brother & sister in law Craig Carlson Sr. & wife Bonnie of Connellsville, sister & brother in law Leslie & Dave Stille of Lebanon, CT, sister in law Pam Carlson of Monessen, common law ex-husband Dwayne Grogan of Monessen, niece Ashlee, four nephews Michael, Randal, Cameron, Josh, and additional extended family. She is preceded in death by a nephew Craig Alan.

Visitation will be held Monday from 2-4 & 6-7:30 PM followed by a funeral service at 7:30 PM with Pastor Jeff Marton of HOPE Center Church officiating at the Parzynski Funeral Home & Cremations LLC, Family Owned and Operated, 626 Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon 724-929-6183.

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