Irene Roarke, 84, of New Kensington, died Sunday, April 11, 2021, in her residence. She was born July 24, 1936, in New Kensington, daughter of the late Samuel and Stella (Stonis) Roarke. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Roarke. Irene enjoyed her summers at the pool and visiting the casinos. She also enjoyed spending time with her sister and appreciated her cooking. She retired from the New Kensington Water Authority after 48 years. She is survived by her...

Eugene E. Cecchetti, 90, returned to his heavenly home Thursday, April 8, 2021. His devotion to his family and his firm belief in God blessed him throughout his life and ultimately gave him peace at the end. Eugene was born Aug. 8, 1930, in Arnold, a son to the late Frank and Linda (Buonopane) Cecchetti. He graduated from Indiana University of PA with a teaching degree and went on to marry the woman of his dreams, Karin, while serving his country in Germany in 1956. They eventually settled...

Joseph Michael Mennitto, 72, of New Kensington, he went to be with the Lord on March 29, 2021. He was born October 12, 1948, in New Kensington, his parents were late Joseph and Catherine "Kay" (Olar) Mennitto. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Diane (Torrence) Mennitto. Joe was a member of Mt. St. Peter R. C. Church, New Kensington and the Holy Name Society of the church. He graduated from New Kensington High School where he was a tackle on the football team and...

Connie B. Mangini, 99, of New Kensington, passed away Sunday, March 28, 2021, at Amber Woods, Cheswick. Born Oct. 16, 1921, in New Kensington, to the late Andrew and Angela (Rizzo) Perriello, she was predeceased by her husband, Dominick Mangini, in 2009. Besides her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Andy and Frank Perriello. She was a member of Mt. St. Peter Roman Catholic Church, New Kensington. She enjoyed knitting Afghans, cooking and also enjoyed her friends...

Daniel L. Sestini, 60, of Lower Burrell, formerly of Arnold, passed away Thursday, March 18, 2021, in Belair Health and Rehabilitation Center, Lower Burrell. He was born Oct. 11, 1960, in Springdale, to the late Dario B. and Dolores J. (Gidos) Sestini. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, David G. Sestini, on April 18, 2020. He was a member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, New Kensington, a past member of New Kensington Eagles and also worked as a custodian for...

James E. Michael passed away Friday, March 12, 2021. He was born Nov. 23, 1961, in New Kensington, to the late Erbert J. Michael Jr. and Grace Marie (Fenn) Michael, and lived in the Lower Burrell area most of his life. He attended Burrell schools and earned an associate degree from Allegheny County Community College in restaurant and hotel management. James worked in the food and restaurant industry for 29 years at various restaurants, and then made a career change to clerical work for CVS...

Mark L. Warkaske, 72, of New Kensington, died Wednesday, March 10, 2021, at Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh. He was born June 5, 1948, in Milwaukee, Wis., son of the late Albert and Elenor (Wisniewski) Warkaske. He was the husband of 27 years of Paula J. (Dillon) Warkaske, of New Kensington. Mark enjoyed reading books about, history, art and religion. Survivors include his wife, Paula (Dillon) Warkaske, of New Kensington, son, Troy (Jessica) Trauterman, of West Virginia, three...

Paul A. Randas, 56, of Tarentum, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021, in his residence. He was born Sept. 1, 1964, in New Kensington, to Helen V. (Harvey) Randas and the late Paul Randas. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a brother, Christopher Randas; and a sister, Ellen Maher. He was proud of his service with the Navy. He enjoyed watching the Steelers and Penguins, enjoyed reading, movies, bird watching, military history, attending Rivers Casino, and collecting sport...

Stephen “Steve” Sakaluk, 91, of New Kensington, died Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2021, at home, surrounded by the comfort of his family. He was born Jan. 8, 1930, in Arnold, to the late Michael and Victoria (Stapinski) Sakaluk. He worked for many years at PPG to provide a good life for his family, but what he enjoyed most was spending quality time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchild. He was a member of Mount St. Peter Roman Catholic Church, New Kensington. He was preceded...

Louis V. Ghia, 91, of Arnold, passed away Friday, Feb. 5, 2021, in his residence. He was born May 5, 1929, in Renton, son of the late Delmiro and Caterina (Gianetto) Ghia. He was the husband of 70 years to Flora M. (Guercione) Ghia, of Arnold. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Stephen Beck; a brother, John Mautino; and a sister, Catherine Mondale. He was a member of Mount St. Peter Roman Catholic Church, New Kensington. He also was a member of the New Kensington...