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Dominic E. ?Dom? Petrella, 61, of Monaca, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 6, 2012, at Beaver Valley Nursing and Rehab in Darlington. He was born on June 5, 1950, to the late Elmer A. and Frances (Tressler) Petrella. He was a proud graduate of Monaca High School, Class of 1968. Dom served in the …
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Dominic E. ?Dom? Petrella, 61, of Monaca, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 6, 2012, at Beaver Valley Nursing and Rehab in Darlington.
He was born on June 5, 1950, to the late Elmer A. and Frances (Tressler) Petrella. He was a proud graduate of Monaca High School, Class of 1968. Dom served in the United States Army from 1968-1971 and served in Vietnam from 1970-1971. He was a machine operator for Westinghouse Electric Co. from 1974-1987 then did various job?s until unable due to illness. He was well known for his love of the Steelers, Pirates and Penn State.
He is survived by a son, Elmer S. Petrella (Krystal) of Chippewa; a daughter and son-in-law, Angie and Ted Frazzini, Enon Valley; two granddaughters, Sammantha and Ameelia Frazzini; six brother and sisters, Joe and Ann Petrella of Monaca, Steve and Pam Petrella of Raccoon, Matt and Mary Petrella of Chippewa, Gary Petrella of Conway; Cheryl and Jeff Pickrell of Monaca and Amy and Jeff Brown of Monaca. He has 30 nieces and nephews, 26 great-nieces and great-nephews. He leaves behind four very special friends, Rose M. Petrella, Mechele Tuno and Laurie and Gar.
Friends will be received Monday, January 9th, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. in the Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Ave., Monaca, where the Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 862, Beaver County, will conduct military honors at 4 p.m.
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Harold
left a message on February 3, 2012:
Dom We had alot of how can I say it. Love,Fun,Many Many Memories so so Many! Dom please rest now ok? Good bye!!
Nancy (Vogt) Brown
left a message on January 11, 2012:
I just received word of Dominic's death and I am so saddened by it. To all of his family: my deepest sympathy, as I know you have lost a caring gentle soul. As a high school girl and part of the 'gang' who hung out together...Rae, Lefty, Nancy, Harold, and Danny, I have so many wonderful memories. And did we have fun singing and playing in "The Sandpebbles" ! And passing cassettes back and forth to and from Vietnam. I still have the guitar picks he gave me. From the early days together in high school to the special times when we reconnected in the late 1990's, I hold him close to my heart. Nancy "Blondie" Brown
Raebeth Conrad Mine
left a message on January 10, 2012:
You, Harold, Danny, Lefty [Kathy Wright] Nancy and me....boy did we have some good times at the Rec Center [old Marshall Rd school]. You were always a good friend.... may you rest in peace my friend. Raebeth and Dominic Mine
Paul and Lisa Sylvester
left a message on January 8, 2012:
Our hearts are saddened as we learned of Dom's death. He was a good and genuine soul. God's blessings to his family.
bruce megill
left a message on January 7, 2012:
my sympathy goes out to dom's family, dom was my first friend, being neighbors i have known dom since i was 5 years old. we grew up together, and in adulthood i was in and out of dom's life. even though i had not seen dom in a while i called him after his surgery and wished him the best and offered to help if needed. i considered dom a good friend and i feel your loss. may god's peace be with the whole petrella family..bruce
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Keith starcher
left a message on January 7, 2012:
So sorry to hear about Dom's passing. He and I were neighbors as kids. I have a lot of good memories growing up wit Dom. Know that your family is in our prayers. Keith & Margaret Starcher
Frank & Shirley Caratelli
left a message on January 7, 2012:
Matt & Mary, We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your brother. We were just talking about you yesterday and when you were in the band. Were wondering how you are doing. Then we read this in the paper today. Again, Matt, We are so so sorry about your loss. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
TIM ESWORTHY
left a message on January 7, 2012:
SO SORRY TO HERE ABOUT DOM. HE WAS ONE OF MY FAVORITE PEOPLE.ALWAYS SMILING AND SUCH A GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR. I WAS ALWAYS PROUD OF HIM SERVING OUR COUNTRY.MAY GOD BLESS HIM AND HIS WONDERFUL SIBLINGS.
Jeannie Megill
left a message on January 7, 2012:
Hello to all of the family. Last year I stopped and spoke to your mom, she was a sweet lady..and today I got a call from my brother Bill telling me of Doms passing. I am so sorry for your loss. It is funny how life is, we grow up move around and loose touch with the kids we grow up with..and when we hear about their deaths, it stirs those old memories. I am currently in California for the winter, but I am with you in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Your friend, jeannie (megill)
Chris (Gantz) Port
left a message on January 7, 2012:
Cheryl, Matt & family My thoughts and prayers are with you. Those we love don't go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear. - Anonymous
Frances (Chop)Cable,Lambing
left a message on January 7, 2012:
Also a classmate of 1968. Always remembered him as happy go lucky, may he rest in peace. He also worked at Westinghouse with my X huband Ron Cable, who grew to know him better than I. I will pray for your family whom will miss you as we all do. Frances Lambing
Robert L. White
left a message on January 7, 2012:
You know, Dom...I don't recall crossing paths with you since '68 graduation ceremonies. But, that doesn't mean that you, along with many other historical classmates of mine, haven't been thought of from time to time over the years. From 4th ward kindergarden, through 8 years @ St. John's, and naturally, MHS, many memories remain. As with so many other classmates, I regret that paths do not cross more often than they do throughout life. Like so many others, we were part of each others' formidable years. We can't get that back, or change it. We can simply remember it. I will remember you, and numerous others, until it is my time. Rest is peace, Dom...
Ted and Terry Frazzini
left a message on January 7, 2012:
I JUST WANTED TO SAID HOW VERY SORRY WE ARE
annette
left a message on January 7, 2012:
i will always remember your laugh. miss u and love u. may you rest in peace and watch over your family. uncle dom you are and were loved by all. your laughter is what i will miss. you and my dad calling each other ham bone and turkey every time you see eachother.
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Harold
left a message on February 3, 2012:
Dom We had alot of how can I say it. Love,Fun,Many Many Memories so so Many! Dom please rest now ok? Good bye!!
Nancy (Vogt) Brown
left a message on January 11, 2012:
I just received word of Dominic's death and I am so saddened by it. To all of his family: my deepest sympathy, as I know you have lost a caring gentle soul. As a high school girl and part of the 'gang' who hung out together...Rae, Lefty, Nancy, Harold, and Danny, I have so many wonderful memories. And did we have fun singing and playing in "The Sandpebbles" ! And passing cassettes back and forth to and from Vietnam. I still have the guitar picks he gave me. From the early days together in high school to the special times when we reconnected in the late 1990's, I hold him close to my heart. Nancy "Blondie" Brown
Raebeth Conrad Mine
left a message on January 10, 2012:
You, Harold, Danny, Lefty [Kathy Wright] Nancy and me....boy did we have some good times at the Rec Center [old Marshall Rd school]. You were always a good friend.... may you rest in peace my friend. Raebeth and Dominic Mine
Paul and Lisa Sylvester
left a message on January 8, 2012:
Our hearts are saddened as we learned of Dom's death. He was a good and genuine soul. God's blessings to his family.
bruce megill
left a message on January 7, 2012:
my sympathy goes out to dom's family, dom was my first friend, being neighbors i have known dom since i was 5 years old. we grew up together, and in adulthood i was in and out of dom's life. even though i had not seen dom in a while i called him after his surgery and wished him the best and offered to help if needed. i considered dom a good friend and i feel your loss. may god's peace be with the whole petrella family..bruce
Planning ahead is prudent. Call us now.
Keith starcher
left a message on January 7, 2012:
So sorry to hear about Dom's passing. He and I were neighbors as kids. I have a lot of good memories growing up wit Dom. Know that your family is in our prayers. Keith & Margaret Starcher
Frank & Shirley Caratelli
left a message on January 7, 2012:
Matt & Mary, We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your brother. We were just talking about you yesterday and when you were in the band. Were wondering how you are doing. Then we read this in the paper today. Again, Matt, We are so so sorry about your loss. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
TIM ESWORTHY
left a message on January 7, 2012:
SO SORRY TO HERE ABOUT DOM. HE WAS ONE OF MY FAVORITE PEOPLE.ALWAYS SMILING AND SUCH A GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR. I WAS ALWAYS PROUD OF HIM SERVING OUR COUNTRY.MAY GOD BLESS HIM AND HIS WONDERFUL SIBLINGS.
Jeannie Megill
left a message on January 7, 2012:
Hello to all of the family. Last year I stopped and spoke to your mom, she was a sweet lady..and today I got a call from my brother Bill telling me of Doms passing. I am so sorry for your loss. It is funny how life is, we grow up move around and loose touch with the kids we grow up with..and when we hear about their deaths, it stirs those old memories. I am currently in California for the winter, but I am with you in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Your friend, jeannie (megill)
Chris (Gantz) Port
left a message on January 7, 2012:
Cheryl, Matt & family My thoughts and prayers are with you. Those we love don't go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear. - Anonymous
Frances (Chop)Cable,Lambing
left a message on January 7, 2012:
Also a classmate of 1968. Always remembered him as happy go lucky, may he rest in peace. He also worked at Westinghouse with my X huband Ron Cable, who grew to know him better than I. I will pray for your family whom will miss you as we all do. Frances Lambing
Robert L. White
left a message on January 7, 2012:
You know, Dom...I don't recall crossing paths with you since '68 graduation ceremonies. But, that doesn't mean that you, along with many other historical classmates of mine, haven't been thought of from time to time over the years. From 4th ward kindergarden, through 8 years @ St. John's, and naturally, MHS, many memories remain. As with so many other classmates, I regret that paths do not cross more often than they do throughout life. Like so many others, we were part of each others' formidable years. We can't get that back, or change it. We can simply remember it. I will remember you, and numerous others, until it is my time. Rest is peace, Dom...
Ted and Terry Frazzini
left a message on January 7, 2012:
I JUST WANTED TO SAID HOW VERY SORRY WE ARE
annette
left a message on January 7, 2012:
i will always remember your laugh. miss u and love u. may you rest in peace and watch over your family. uncle dom you are and were loved by all. your laughter is what i will miss. you and my dad calling each other ham bone and turkey every time you see eachother.
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