Graziano Funeral Home

06/02/2026

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05/10/2026

04/20/2026

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04/14/2026

On April 12, 2026, Rocky passed away peacefully as he wished at home surrounded by his wife of 59 years, Jane, sons Chucky, Jason and A.J., and wives Jenn and Maury.

Born in Dunmore in 1945, he was the middle son of Charles and Martha Boykus Sabatelle. He was a 1963 graduate of Dunmore High School where he played football with dear friends, Pat Sardone and the late Van Chiavacci.

Rocky had a great knowledge of the meat industry. In younger years, he worked for the Hodin-owned Giant Markets, Scranton, Meat Specialist for Wetterau Food Services. In 1978, Jane and Rocky opened Sabatelle’s Italian Market in Pittston, PA.

Gifted with an extraordinary art ability, he enjoyed drawing, sketching, and painting daily. Along with his Pittston friends, Joe and Sammy, Rocky enjoyed going to car shows, watching Bear Jackson, and shining his Studebaker. His looked forward to having coffee at Al’s Quickmart, Elmhurst and Family Night Pizza at Al’s with Jimmy Cortese and friends.

Charles life was filled with plans, determination, respect, and blessings.

Surviving is his wife of 59 years, Jane Dougher Sabatelle, sons Chucky and wife Maury, West Pittston, Jason, Scranton, A. J. and his wife Jenn, grandchildren Alisabeth Sabatelle, Brooklyn, NY, his namesake, Rocky and Movie Star Mauve Sabatelle and Cammy McDonough, Springbrook Township (who Papa truly adored), brother William Sabatelle and his wife Linda, Archibald, sister-in-law’s Martha “Dougher”, Mary Ellen Coelho, James Dougher and wife Cathy, Peter and Margi Parinisi, Joe and Patricia Cardoni.

04/05/2026

To all my family and friends, HAPPY EASTER!🐣🐰🐇

04/04/2026

Martin J Calabro, 70, a resident of Avoca, passed away from a brief illness Wednesday April 1st at home. Born on July 11, 1955 in Pittston, Marty was the son of the late Joseph and Isabella Mancini Calabro. Marty graduated from Pittston Area, class of ‘73, and Kings College. He was employed by Nabisco/Standard Brands, Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Adjusters International, a company who helped disperse government funds to areas affected by natural disasters.

An avid golfer and ardent Philadelphia Eagles fan, Marty loved Saturdays on the links with friends and Sundays watching football. He was also a passionate and prolific viewer of films and television.

In addition to his parents, Marty was preceded in death by his brother Joseph and niece Deanna Calabro.

Marty is survived by his wife, Madeline Sciandra, of 47 years, and son, Michael Calabro, of Los Angeles, CA, brother-in-law Charles Sciandra, sisters-in-law Carol Sciandra and Lorriane Kudey, niece, nephews, and cousins.

04/02/2026

Ashton Joseph Shelley Jr., a bright and joyful spirit, was born on September 29, 2025, in Scranton, PA. He brought endless happiness to those around him until his untimely passing on March 23, 2026, at the tender age of six months. Ashton resided in Kingston, PA, and will be forever remembered for his infectious smile and loving nature.

Ashton was surrounded by a loving family, including his devoted parents, Ashton Shelley and Alyssa Pearson, his adoring big brother, Aspen Shelley, and his beloved grandmothers, Melissa Shelley - Fina and Melody Witt. He is also survived by his uncles Eli Pearson, Lucas Aregood, and Jacob Shelley, his aunts Sierra Dickson and Lilyana Pearson, and his great-grandmother Michele Witt, as well as his step-grandfather, Jim Fina. Each of his relatives played an essential role in his short but impactful life.

Although Ashton’s time with us was brief, he filled every moment with joy and laughter. He had a zest for life manifested in his love for watching movies with his brother Aspen and bouncing around joyfully in his saucer. Ashton was fascinated by the world around him, recently discovering his toes and becoming infatuated with them, as well as learning to sit up and take in everything in front of him. He delighted in swinging in his swing, gazing at the lights in his bouncer, playing with his plush green scout puppy and Pooh Bear, and mastering the art of rolling over with impressive skill. Ashton recently celebrated graduating from physical therapy for torticollis, showcasing his determination and spirit.

04/02/2026

Ashton Joseph Shelley Jr., a bright and joyful spirit, was born on September 29, 2025, in Scranton, PA. He brought endless happiness to those around him until his untimely passing on March 23, 2026, at the tender age of six months. Ashton resided in Kingston, PA, and will be forever remembered for his infectious smile and loving nature.

Ashton was surrounded by a loving family, including his devoted parents, Ashton Shelley and Alyssa Pearson, his adoring big brother, Aspen Shelley, and his beloved grandmothers, Melissa Shelley - Fina and Melody Witt. He is also survived by his uncles Eli Pearson, Lucas Aregood, and Jacob Shelley, his aunts Sierra Dickson and Lilyana Pearson, and his great-grandmother Michele Witt, as well as his step-grandfather, Jim Fina. Each of his relatives played an essential role in his short but impactful life.

Although Ashton's time with us was brief, he filled every moment with joy and laughter. He had a zest for life manifested in his love for watching movies with his brother Aspen and bouncing around joyfully in his saucer. Ashton was fascinated by the world around him, recently discovering his toes and becoming infatuated with them, as well as learning to sit up and take in everything in front of him. He delighted in swinging in his swing, gazing at the lights in his bouncer, playing with his plush green scout puppy and Pooh Bear, and mastering the art of rolling over with impressive skill. Ashton recently celebrated graduating from physical therapy for torticollis, showcasing his determination and spirit.

Ashton's laughter and coos were a source of joy to all who knew him, and his memory will forever live on in the hearts of his family and friends. His time with us, though short, was filled with memorable moments and an abundance of love.

His family would like to thank all who reached out or helped them through this difficult time. Your support means more than you can imagine..

" Mommy and Daddy love you dooty! "

" Too infinity and beyond Beanie Butt "

A celebration of Ashton's beautiful life was held on March 29, 2026, at Graziano Funeral Home, 700 South Twp. Blvd., Pittston Twp., PA 18640.

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