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Maria Arlia Obituary
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Age 89, of McKeesport, PA on Thursday, April 11, 2002. Maria was born November 7, 1912 in Belmonte Calabria, Italy, daughter of the late Domenico and the late Rose Guglielmo) Osso. Beloved wife of the late Domenico Arlia. She is survived by son, Phillip Arlia of Irwin and John Arlia of Clairton; eight grandchildren, Kim, Phillip, Mary, Evie, Vickie, D.J., Michele and Pete; one great-granddaughter, JordanMarie; twin sister, Angela Presta of Argentina and another sister, Francesca Veltri of Italy; also, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by sons Pete & James, brothers, Domenico and Michael and sisters, Theresa, Carmela and Giovanna. Maria was a homemaker and member of St. Patrick Parish. Visitation will be held at WILLIG FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES 220 Ninth Avenue, McKeesport, PA. (412) 664-9178 Chris Odasso, Funeral Director, on Saturday, 7-9pm & Sunday, 12-4 & 7-9pm. Funeral Service Monday, April, 15, 2002 at 11am at St. Patrick Parish in McKeesport with Rev. Vincent Velas, officiant. Interment in New St. Joseph Mausoleum, North Versailles, PA.
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Hedy Argento DeCarlo
April 13, 2002
John and Family.
I am sorry over the your loss.
You have my deepest sympathy.
I consider people like ourselves to have our parents for this long in life a great treasure.
Take Care.
Hedy
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patricia calderone
April 13, 2002
Dear Phil and family: So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She lived a long life, and I am sure you have many good memories. God Bless all of you. Sincerely, Trish (Rizzo) Calderone
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