Joseph “Babe” Skaro

Age 96, of Monroeville, formerly of Penn Hills, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2020. Beloved husband of the Late Archangel; father of John (Karen) Skaro and Jacquie (David) Ramsey; brother of the late Nancy DiFrancesco, Anthony “Tony” Skaro; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and friends. A memorial service will be held at a later date to be announced. Babe has been laid to rest next to his wife Archangel in Mt. Carmel Cemetery.

 

 

Lisa D. Mitchell

Age 60, formerly of Penn Hills, passed away Saturday, March 14, 2020. Beloved mother of Frank (Natalie) Damico; grandmother of Brielle Damico; daughter of Sondra Matesic (Zimmerman); sister of the late Mark C. Emperee.

Service and Interment Private.

 

 

John M. "Jack" Dunn

Age 84, of Penn Hills, passed away peacefully, on Friday, February 28, 2020.  Beloved husband of 60 years to Theresa M. Dunn (Matozzo); dear father of daughters, Beth Ann Pischke and Kathleen (Dino) DeIuliis and sons, Michael (Tiffany) and Thomas (Carolyn); brother of the late Mimi Hollenback; proud grandfather to Michael, Andrew, Dillon, Dawson, Zachary, Taylor, Tucker and Tanner; he is also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Jack received his BS in Economics from Villanova University in 1957.  He worked at US Steel as an Operations Manager for over 40 years.

Family and friends are welcome for visitation on Monday, March 9, 2020 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at William F. Gross Funeral Home Ltd., 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills, PA  15235.  Funeral prayers Tuesday, March 10, 2020, at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Bartholomew Church, 111 Erhardt Dr, Penn Hills PA.  at 10 am.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Treasure Coast Hospice House, 5090 Dunn Street, Ft Pierce, FL 34981 or the charity of your choice.

 

 

Donald E. "Moxie” Worthen, Sr.

Age 84, resident of Penn Hills since 1986,Originally of Waterville, ME, passed away Saturday March 7, 2020. Beloved husband of Beverly; loving father of Lorri Waldron, Amanda Mitchell, Jeffrey Worthen and the late Donald Worthen, Jr. and Edwin Worthen; stepfather of Melinda Sarle, Timothy Baker and Elizabeth Baker; also survived by 17 grandchildren and 25 great- grandchildren; brother of the late Judy Currier.

A memorial service will be held at 11a.m. Friday, March 13, 2020 at Mt. Hope Community Church, 12106 Frankstown Rd., Penn Hills, 15235. Arrangements by William F. Gross Funeral Home Ltd.

 


Jonathon Micheal Hernandez

It is with great sadness that the family of Jonathon Micheal Hernandez a Chicano of Penn Hills, Pennsylvania announces his sudden and unexpected passing on February 22, 2020 at the age of 29 years old.

Jonathan, more affectionately known as Jai, WompWomp and Pekas is survived by his father Eduardo (Chico) Hernandez; older brother Justin, younger sisters; Alexandra (Allie), Georgina (GiGi), Cameron; his tinn Jackie; all his cousins and his extended family. WompWomp was loved immeasurably and is also survived by his family of choice -  his love Kevin and his soulmate Jesskah.

There are countless people that he touched and loved. His overwhelming, bright personality can never be forgotten. “ I don’t want to make a million dollars, I just want to make a million people smile.”

A celebration of life service will be held on Sunday, March 1, 2020 at the Penn Hebron Garden Club, 237 Jefferson Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15235 from 2 p.m. until 10 p.m.

In lieu of flowers or sympathy arrangements, the family is asking for donations for Cameron’s college fund. Please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.