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Helen Sessa Obituary
Age 83, on Saturday, August 22, 2009, of Swissvale; beloved wife of the late Peter J. Sessa, Sr.; loving mother of Kathleen Rosa and husband Paul, Sr. of East McKeesport, Chuck Sessa and wife Pam of Trafford, Toni Holt and husband Roy of Monroeville, Peter Sessa, Jr. of Swissvale, Dennis Sessa and wife Kim of Trafford and the late Rory Sessa; dear grandmother of Paul, Christy, Lori, Danielle, Jeremy, Roy, Jr. "Tigger", Anna Marie, Haley Lynn, Charlie and Jakob; great-grandmother of Kelsey, Karly, Gavin, Abigial, Kaylee and Benjamin; also many loving nieces and nephews. Helen was a member of the Democratic Womens Club, American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Unit 63, Swissvale, Swissvale VFW, and Swissvale Meals on Wheels. Friends received Monday and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Anselm Church Wednesday 10 a.m. (Neid Funeral is a Proud Member of the Good Grief Center).
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Deborah Gaschler
November 14, 2009
Dear Sessa Family - Condolences on the loss of your Mom, Helen. She was a great neighborhood mom and friend. You will all be in my prayers.
Debbie Gaschler Pegado, Harrison Avenue Kid
September 22, 2009
Dear Sessa family - I just recently heard of the passing of your mother. I have many fond memories of her and your family. My sympathies go out to you.
Dee
Judy (Petty) Rotthoff
August 29, 2009
Sessa Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. My Mom and yours were friends for years, and I remember some crazy things they did for fun in the old days. Hope that your memories will give you comfort at this sad time.
Sincerely,
William Gardell
August 29, 2009
Dear Sessa family, I'm sorry for your loss, your mom was a great lady. I spent a lot of time with her and your
dad. She will be missed.
With Love and may God Bless.
William "Corky" Gardell
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August 26, 2009
My Condolences goes out to the Sessa family on the loss of your mother. I remember Mr and Mrs Sessa being warm and caring people who never ever looked down at anyone.I was around Kathy and Chuckie's age and I also remember Mr. and Mrs Sessa being avid sports fans as well. Never missing any of their kids sporting activities. It's really sad now that the icons of Swissvale that I knew as a kid that helped make Swissvale the town that it was are all passing on.
Again my deepest sympathy to the Sessa family on the loss of a very wonderful lady. Sincerely Ed [email protected]
MaryAnne Rousseau
August 26, 2009
My condolances to your family. Helen will be missed. She always took time to strike up a conversation when we passed by her house on our walks. God bless you all.
MaryAnne Rousseau & Children
Jennifer McBroom Lucas
August 26, 2009
Dear Sessa Family,
I was sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. My deepest condolences to you all during this difficult time.
Sandy O'Toole
August 25, 2009
Chuck, Pam and extended family. So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing God is near to the brokenhearted.
Brady Hardin
August 25, 2009
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Helen. She was "my friend Helen" as i would call her, she handled the money at Edgewood Primary during lunch and breakfeast when i went there. She knew who i was because of my grandmother Mary Petty and my mom Terry Petty. She would let me borrow money if i did not have enough. She certainly made an impression even at a young age. I know she will be missed and my prayers will be with her and the family.
August 25, 2009
To the Sessa family. Our deepest condolences to all of you. I used to live right behind Helen & Pete & we also knew Helen from the American Legion & VFW. Alot of good times & memories. She will be missed. Kevin nicknamed her Stretch & thats what we called her & she loved it.
Linda Leffakis and Kevin Martin
Leslie Rush-Cuda
August 24, 2009
We are so deeply saddened to lose Helen. She was so good to me, and I'll always remember all the times we used to sit and chat on the phone. She never did make it to 7-Springs with us Pete!!! She was really wonderful, and her door was always open to me. I really will miss her very much! If there's anything I can do, please let me know. With much love and deep sympathy!!!
Leslie Rush and Tim Pehl
August 24, 2009
Toni and the entire Sessa Family - my thoughts and prays are with you now and always. We love you all and if you need anything, I am there for you!
Love and God Bless Camille & Camella
Catherine
August 24, 2009
Kathy, I'm so sorry about your mom. You were there for me when my dad died, I'm there for you now long distance. Will call soon. Love to the family.
Linda Gray
August 24, 2009
Dear Sessa family, Toni DeMarco my frieind sent me this article. My family lived next to Helen and Pete and all the kids. Their kids and mine were inseparable and still keep in touch. Billy Gardell is my son. Sending love and my sympathies. Helen was a great neighbor and great mom. Sincerely Linda (Gardell) Gray in Orlando Florida.
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