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Victor Picarella Obituary

MOUNT CARMEL - Victor E. "Hector" Picarella, 56, of Mount Carmel, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, May 14, 2023, at his home.

He was born in Ashland, Nov. 26, 1966.

Hector graduated from Mount Carmel Area High School, in 1984.

Following high school, Victor went on to serve in the U.S. Navy.

Hector is survived by his parents, Eugene Picarella, of Hollywood, Florida, and Janet Picarella, of Mount Carmel; two sisters, Jean and Angela, of Pipersville; and nieces, Loni, Victoria, Gianna and Natalia.

He was preceded in death by his older brother, John Picarella, in November 2022.

PICARELLA - Victor E. "Hector" Picarella, 56, of Mount Carmel. Funeral services will be private. The Picarella family has entrusted arrangements to the James Kelley Funeral Home, James F. Kelley, director, 1001 W. Arch St. at Maple Street, Coal Township. To share a memory or offer the family condolences, sign the guest book at www.jameskelleyfh.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The News Item on May 19, 2023.

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Amy S.

September 29, 2023

So sorry to hear of tbe passing of Vctor and John - such a tragedy.

Julie Cooper

May 21, 2023

may you be at peace

Jim Berry

May 20, 2023

Rest in peace Hector.

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