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1930
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2020
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Sophie Onufer Obituary
Sophie Onufer, 90, of North Charleroi, passed away Saturday, December 5, 2020, in her home. She was born in Monessen August 24, 1930, a daughter of John and Mary Cibera Gulya.
Sophie was retired from the former Corning Glass in Charleroi. She was Orthodox by faith. Sophie had a reputation for her excellent baking and was well known for her halupki. Sophie was a fun-loving person who enjoyed cooking, gardening and polkas, but most of all she loved spending time with her family.
Surviving are four daughters and sons-in-law, Sandra (John) Timko of Rostraver Township, Gloria (Rick) Bizick of Canonsburg, Karen (Joe) Niro of Rostraver Township and Bonnie (Paul) Brand of Carroll Township; 11 grandchildren, Sophia Brand, Amelia Brand, Joelle (Dale) Fisher, Jocelyn Niro (fiance Chris Nelson), Jillian Niro (fiance Brendan DelBianco), Richard Bizick, Brendan Bizick (fiancee Krystina Litton), Briana (Chris) Fontana, John A. (Jessica) Timko, Jordan (Becky) Timko, Jessalyn Timko (fiance Luke Ecimovic); and five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Irene Hora of Rostraver and Wilma Koday of Donora; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by four brothers, Andrew Gulya, John (Jay) Gulya, George (Giggie) Gulya and Charles Gulya; and four sisters, Mary (Marie) Harley, Ann Dimonde, Catherine Gulya (her twin sister who died at birth), and infant sister Margaret Gulya; and her former husband, John Onufer Jr.
Visitation will be held from 2 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, December 9, with Parastas at 4 p.m. in Melenyzer Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc., 825 Fallowfield Avenue, Charleroi, where funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, December 10, with the Rev. Gregory Peterson officiating. Interment will follow at Monongahela Cemetery.
Memorials in Sophie's name may be made to Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church, 1000 Lookout Avenue, Charleroi, PA 15023.
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Memories and Condolences
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Tracie Rock
December 8, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Dear Bonnie and family, please know you are not alone in your time of sorrow. Each day that passes though sad will become easier and once again happier. For remember your mom will always be with you you will feel her in so many different ways. And know that one day we will all meet our loved ones again. And for now we must do what they would want us to do and that is to eventually start moving with our lives again. Because know your mom will be watching over u and she would want u to be happy. But u must also remember we all deal with grief in our own time and way. But remember I'm always here for u through good and bad. Luv and prayers Tracie and Denny Rock and George Bandalo
Tracie Rock
December 8, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. So very sorry for you and your families loss. I know Bonnie. It feels overwhelming right now but as the days turn to months and the months to years each day will get a little easier but you never will forget. Your precious mom will always be with you. Love you so my dear friend and I'll be here for you always. Love Tracie and Denny Rock and George Bandalo.
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