Joyce Ann (Russo) Chicora

Joyce Ann (Russo) Chicora, age 78 of Bentleyville, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, December 24, 2025, at home with family. She was born November 11, 1947, in Canonsburg, a daughter of the late Michael and Marguerite Pons Russo. Mrs. Chicora lived her life in Houston and was Catholic by faith. Joyce was the owner of Joyce’s Kitchen, located in Canonsburg. She loved Bingo. Left behind to cherish her memory are her beloved children; Danielle Stoner, and Monique (Brian) Ringling, 3 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren and her siblings; Madeline (Jay) Semple and Andrew (Amy) Lorenzi, and several nieces and nephews. Also surviving is Joyce’s caregiver, Walter Hazuga of Washington, and her good friend, Cirenio Chavez, of Ft. Worth, Tx. Deceased is her brother Michael “Frenchie” Russo.

Per Joyce’s wishes, there will be no visitation or services. Arrangements have been entrusted to Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc. Joseph P. Salandra LFD owner/supervisor 304 West Pike Street Canonsburg (724)745-8120. To view or extend condolences please visit www.salandrafunerals.com.