Jo Ann V. Opacic

1937 - 2021

Jo Ann V. Opacic, 83, of Rostraver Township, died Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2021. Born Nov. 14, 1937, in Patton Township, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Michael and Zelda (Kenzevich) Vuletich. She is survived by her son, Nicholas T. Opacic, of Rostraver; daughter, Jo Ann (Steve) Borato, of Economy Borough; granddaughter, Eva J. Smith, of Sewickley; and sister, Mary Paich, of Texas. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Theodore R. Opacic; brother, Michael; sister, Mitzi; and brother-in-law, Milan. One of the hardest days of our lives was saying goodbye to our Mom. Our Mom passed away like she lived, completely how she wanted to do it! She was on her farm, horses in the field, and her 7-month-old puppy, Phoenix, sleeping on the floor beside her. Those who were lucky enough to know my Mom knew she was a force to be reckoned with, SMART, TOUGH, and a great business sense that helped her and my Dad live a wonderful life. And she did it ALL WITH STYLE! We know she's with our Dad and her loved ones who passed before her, and all of the horses, dogs and cats that she loved and cared for over her lifetime. Thank you, Mom, for teaching us how to be the businesspeople we are today, and to stand our ground, get up and get it done every day, and that "no" doesn't mean "never"; it just means not now, so keep trying! We love and miss you so much already! Vjecnaja Pamjat. Memory Eternal. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the JAMES C. STUMP FUNERAL HOME INC., 580 Circle Drive, Rostraver Township (724-929-7934). www.jamesstumpfuneralhome.com.