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Mountjoy, Sally
Mountjoy, Sally R. (Hammack), age 88, passed peacefully on Friday, May 8, 2026, of Baldwin Borough, formerly of Mt. Washington. Beloved wife of the late David E. Mountjoy; cherished mother of Bruce Mountjoy, Marsha (Dave) Ondo, Beth (Dicky) Nassar and Todd (Leah)...
Appetta, Jake Kenneth
Age 86, on May 7, 2026, of Baldwin Borough Beloved husband of Marian (Palazzo), having celebrated 64 years of marriage on May 5; loving father of Kenneth V. Appetta and Natalie (Karl) Heller; devoted Pap Pap of William "Tiger" Heller; son of the late Frank and Dorothy...
of Whitehall. Centenarian and the last of her generation with a fierce love for her family. Delfina emigrated from Feroleto Antico, Calabria, Italy in 1937. She was an impeccable seamstress who spent her lifetime working at exclusive clothing shops prior to owning her own business that served the community from 1975 to 2010. Beloved by her family, many friends and clients. Preceded in death by her older siblings Saveria, Adelina, Carlo, Franco, Vincenzo and Dalia. She is survived by her children Deno (Lydia Valanti), Aldo (Theresa Corey); grandchildren Karl, Lilliana, Alex and Journey; great-grandmother of Jason, Luciana and Luca. Married to the late Angelo De Ciantis. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Thursday from 2-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Friday morning at 9:15. Mass of Christian Burial in Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Sisters of the Holy Spirit, 5246 Clarwin Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15229. August 20, 2021 Dear Aldo, Teri, Karl and Alex, Rod, Julianna and I were thinking of you today as you laid your mother/grand mother to rest. How wonder that she was with you for so many years. You are her legacy of a life well lived. We send our love and condolences. Cathy August 20, 2021 Deno and Aldo, your mom was a good and generous neighbor. May God's love and grace and blessings sustain you during this difficult time. Deepest sympathies to you and your families. Denise (Witmer) Zovack August 18, 2021 Dear Dino and Aldo, Many years have passed since we met through my deceased parents wonderful relationship with your mother and Aunt Dalia and Uncle Albert. Our deepest sympathies to both of you and your families as well as to your cousins Elvira and Toni. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Blessings, Tony & Diane Chiappetta (formerly of Marylea Avenue in Brentwood, adjacent to your Aunt Dalia's house) August 18, 2021 Dear Deno and Lydia, Please accept my sincere sympathy for the loss of your Mom. I never had the pleasure of meeting her personally but the previous comments confirmed what I believed: that she was an exceptional person. Kappa Love, Paul Martin August 17, 2021 We're so sorry for your loss. Delfina was a warm, witty, wonderful, and loving woman. Every memory I have of her is of her vibrant nature. If only we could all live with just an ounce of the humor, positivity, energy, strength, and outlook on life as she had. She will live forever in our hearts and memories. Please take some comfort in knowing that she is in peace now. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. August 17, 2021 A nice lady and a good neighbor, and a person with a good work ethic. Debbie and I remember her mowing her grass when she was in her 90s! Jeff Witmer August 17, 2021 Deno and Aldo - My sympathy to and your families on the loss of your mom. She was a lovely lady to know and to have for a neighbor. Her gift of cookies during the Christmas holidays were such a delicious treat and it was a very thoughtful gesture that I appreciated very much. God be good to her. Caren Witmer August 17, 2021 Deno...I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. She was a miraculous woman who was always positive and wonderful, just like her son! She was blessed to make 100 years. Bob and I send our sincere condolences. Since I just had hip abductor surgery I will not be able to travel to Pittsburgh...I can't do steps!!! Best...as always sympathies...Lisa Kunst Vavro August 17, 2021 Deno, my deepest sympathies to you and your family for the loss of your Mother. I remember you Mom fondly. Always enjoyed our college days and the many times you had me over for her great Italian cooking. She was a beautiful person and will be deeply missed. You, your Mom and your family are in the thoughts and prayers of Terry and myself. God Bless, Gary Alfano August 17, 2021 Cara Zia Delfina, ti ricorderemo sempre con tanto affetto, non dimenticheremo mai tutti i sorrisi che ci hai regalato. Che la terra ti sia lieve, buon viaggio Zia! Tonino, Anna, Rossella e Maria Sole❤️ August 17, 2021 I attended her wedding years ago and now I'm saddened to be attending her funeral. Such a wonderful fun loving Woman with a terrific sense of humor. Teresa Stayduhar (Cristiano) August 16, 2021 Oh, Deno. I am so sorry. It's so hard losing a Mom.🙏 August 16, 2021 So sorry to hear about your loss.your mom was truly a special person. Unfortunately I was just in pgh last week and can't come to the funeral, Greg who was traveling to Canada anyway will be there.our deepest condolences August 16, 2021 Your mom was a true gem and one in a million. She was feisty for her age and I loved every day I had her on my floor . She will live forever in your heart and you have many memories your mother. I will miss seeing her dearly. Ruth Kovacic August 16, 2021 She was truly a lady of "light". I was blessed to have a bit of her light shine upon me and my sister Joan through the years. My heart is with her family and all those fortunate enough to have known her💗 Contact Us to have your link and message added here. Please fill out the form below. We will contact suitable submissions with further details.Delfina (Mancuso) De Ciantis
March 31, 1921 - August 15, 2021
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