Loraine "Grandma Hat" Caligiuri

Loraine "Grandma Hat" Caligiuri obituary

Loraine "Grandma Hat" Caligiuri

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17

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11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills, PA

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11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills, PA

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Nov

18

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

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11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills, PA

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Loraine Caligiuri Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by William F. Gross Funeral Home LTD on Nov. 13, 2025.

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Loraine (Yungwirth) Caligiuri

Age 61, of Verona, PA, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, November 12, 2025.

Born in Penn Hills to the late Joseph and Loretta (Burns) Yungwirth, Loraine was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose warmth and kindness touched everyone around her.

She is survived by her husband David Caligiuri; children, David Caligiuri Jr., Angela (Anthony) Iorio, and Kyle Caligiuri; her cherished grandchildren, Anthony and Alyssa Iorio; and her extended grandchildren, Lucas, Dominic, and Benny, who all brought her endless joy.

Loraine is also survived by her beloved siblings Joseph (Linda) Yungwirth, Marie (Michael) Lisanti, John (Betty Lou) Yungwirth, Vincent (Terry) Yungwirth, Richard (Sue) Yungwirth, and Steve (Shelly) Yungwirth; and was preceded in death by her sister Diana (George) Kosco. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews who loved her dearly.

Affectionately known as "Grandma Hat", Loraine loved spending time at the cottage, being outdoors, and taking trips to the beach. She was extremely active and proudly attended all of her family's activities, cheering from the stands with a smile and full heart.

Friends and family will be received in William F. Gross Funeral Home, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills on Monday, November 17, 2025 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 11 a.m.

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Upcoming Events

Nov

17

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

William F. Gross Funeral Home, LTD.

11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills, PA

Send Flowers

Nov

17

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

William F. Gross Funeral Home, LTD.

11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills, PA

Send Flowers

Nov

18

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

William F. Gross Funeral Home, LTD.

11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills, PA

Send Flowers