Anthony G DeChellis

Anthony G. DeChellis, 85 of Monaca passed away peacefully at his residence on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born to the late Fiore and Mary DeChellis, Tony was a proud graduate of Monaca High School, class of 1958, where he showcased his tenacity and team spirit on the football field. His early experiences set the stage for a lifetime of community involvement and personal achievements. After high school, Tony honorably served his country as a U.S. Army veteran before embarking on a fulfilling career. He retired as a superintendent of Teledyne Pittsburgh Tool Steel.
Following retirement, Tony found joy in staying connected to his roots at Monaca High School. He could often be found assisting with the sports programs, maintaining "Tony's Wall" with weekly sports predictions and athlete highlights, and serving the school as a maintenance employee. His dedication to the community also included serving as a former Monaca School Board Member.
Tony's commitment to faith was evident in his membership at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Monaca. Additionally, Tony was a familiar face at the New Brighton YMCA, where he exercised regularly.
Coaching Monaca Youth Football allowed Tony to share his passion for sports and mentorship with the younger generation. His love for the game was unwavering, as he remained an avid fan of Monaca and Central Valley Football throughout his life. Tony's enthusiasm for athletics was matched only by his love for his family.
He leaves behind his beloved wife of 66 years, Shirley (Pallay) DeChellis, and together, they created a legacy of love and family that will continue to flourish. Their children, Mark (Wendy) DeChellis of Troy, Ohio, Shari (Patrick) Pauvlinch of Center Township, and Michael (Amy) DeChellis of Chippewa, are a testament to the strong family values Tony held dear. His joy multiplied with the birth of each grandchild: Anthony DeChellis, Chelsey (Brandon) Busuttil, Carli Pauvlinch, Julianna DeChellis, Leah DeChellis, step-grandchildren Adam Pauvlinch and Amy (Brent) Pauvlinch, and the delight of his great-grandchildren: Jemma, Scott, and Sofia Busuttil, and step-great-grandchild Lena Conrad.
Tony was preceded in death by his sister Rita Binkoski, brother John DeChellis, and his parents. He is survived by his sisters Mary Jane Matich and Louise (Tim) McKim.
Those who knew Tony will fondly remember his annual family trips to Rehoboth Beach. There, he took pride in crafting his homemade spaghetti sauce and hot sausage for the family, creating lasting memories with his grandchildren by the pool. His love for pizzelles, jelly beans, bingo and the thrill of scratch-off lottery tickets brought him pleasure.
The family will receive friends on Friday, March 7th from 3:00 – 8:00 pm at SIMPSON FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, (724) 728 4000 where a blessing service will be held on Saturday, March 8th at 9:30 am with Father Joseph Carr, officiating. Interment will follow with military honors at St John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery.
The family has suggested memorial contributions be made, if desired in Tony's memory to the "Tunnel to Towers Foundation" and wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff at Advanced Home Health and Hospice.
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