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Mary DeVitis Obituary

Mary A. DeVitis, 97, of Canonsburg, passed away, peacefully, Tuesday morning, January 23, 2024, in Strabane Woods. She was born December 6, 1926, in Canonsburg, a daughter of the late Antonio and Bartolina Zambelli Panelli. Mary lived her life in Canonsburg and was a graduate of Chartiers High School. She was a faithful member of St. Oscar Romero Parish St. Patrick Church, where she had been a member of the Christian Mothers and Guild. Prior to her retirement, Mrs. DeVitis had been employed in the dietary department of the former Western Center for over 20 years. Mary was an excellent bowler who maintained a 180 average, enjoyed baking Italian cookies and gardening, and volunteered at Canonsburg Hospital as a member of TWIG. Mrs. DeVitis was a loving homemaker, wife, mother and grandmother. On June 22, 1946, she married Daniel C. DeVitis, who passed away December 11, 1994. Left behind to cherish her memory are her son, Daniel A. DeVitis of Canonsburg; and her beloved grandson, Derek DeVitis (Natasha Wilson); her great- grandchildren, Andrew Wilson and Vanessa DeVitis; and several nieces and nephews. Mary was the last of her immediate family. Deceased, in addition to her husband and parents, are her grandson, Dexter DeVitis, who passed away June 30, 2018; brother, Reno C. Panelli, who died May 21, 2018; her daughter- in-law, Donna DeVitis, who passed away August 2, 2007; and her sister, Mary Ann DeVitis, and brother, Michael DeVitis, who both died in infancy. Private family viewing and departing prayers will be held in Salandra Funeral and Cremations Services, Inc., Joseph P. Salandra LFD, owner / supervisor, 304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, (724) 745-8120. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday, January 25, in St. Oscar Romero Parish Patrick St. Patrick Church, 317 West Pike Street, Canonsburg. Interment will follow in Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Peters Township. To view or extend condolences, please visit www.salandrafunerals.com.

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Published by Observer-Reporter from Jan. 23 to Jan. 24, 2024.

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Mary Ann Criss

April 1, 2024

It was always a joy to visit Mary on Tuesdays when Jane and myself, Mary Ann delivered her meals on wheels.

Adele Simms Saut

January 24, 2024

Dan sorry to hear of your mothers passing Deepest Sympathies to you and your family

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