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Deborah Zitelli Obituary

Deborah Wiles Zitelli, 74, of Pittsburgh, passed away on Monday, September 2, 2024. Deborah is survived by her husband Blase Zitelli; son Robert E. Bonus, Jr.; and brother Michael D. (Donna) Wiles. She was preceded in death by her parents William J. and Betty J. Wiles. Deborah was an animal lover, with a particular love for dogs. She also enjoyed photography and spending time with family and friends. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Family and friends are welcome for visitation from 2 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, September 5, 2024 at the Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, 15236. A funeral service will take place on Friday, September 6 at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations in Deborah's name may be made to the Humane Society of Greene County, 183 Jefferson Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370. Online condolences may be shared at www.jeffersonmemorial.com.

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Published by Observer-Reporter from Sep. 3 to Sep. 4, 2024.

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Frank Rutledge

January 31, 2025

Blase, I just found out, I will remember her in my prayers. Hope you are doing well, God bless.

Frank

Marylyn Tuttle

September 23, 2024

Deb
I just heard of your passing. Thank you for being you. Rest well you earned it. If you see Cliff give him a hug for me.
Marylyn

Sharon Bradley

September 5, 2024

We walked everywhere!
Washington Park,Isaly´s,
Hardee´s, Y dances. We were 15.. she went to Wash High, me Trinity.
She called me Bradley and I called her Wiles.

Rob Bebout

September 5, 2024

Deepest condolences from Ohio.

Becky Tallarico

September 4, 2024

There are so many memories, how to choose just one? I was at my lowest, she would be on the phone, making me laugh. She was my teacher, friend, cousin but she became more of a sister than anyone. She was my rock. When I lost my son, she was living out west, she would call and keep my spirit up. I knew she would be on the next plane if I got too depressed. Just to come back to PA to kick my butt. I could always count on her humor and her compassion. Of all the things I will miss, I will miss her laughter the most. Bob, Blase, Mike and Donna I grieve with you.

Bob Haught

September 4, 2024

Mike, I am so sorry to hear of your sister's passing. I knew Debbie and you because your mom was good friends with Bruce and John Huffman's mom. Bruce was my best friend. I remember how distraught Debbie was the day your house on N. Franklin St. caught fire and she lost a lot of clothes. I felt so bad for her that day, crying out on the sidewalk. Although I didn't know her well, she was always good-natured and fun to be around. Again, Mike, please accept my heartfelt condolences.

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