Luigina “Lu” Sebastian

Date of Death: December 15, 2020

Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services

Sunday 12/20, 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church

Monday 12/21, 12:00 pm

St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery

Monday 12/21

Luigina “Lu” Sebastian 97 of Monaca was called to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 15, 2020.

Born in Coraopolis, she was the daughter of the late Nicola and Josephine (Zaffy) Palaio. A gifted musician and a music lover, Lu attended Coraopolis High School and held the seat of first violinist in the Coraopolis High School Orchestra. She also played the organ. Lu was a lady of faith and a devout member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Monaca, a Christian Mother and a member of the Catholic Daughters of America, and St. Vincent DePaul. She was well known in the community for her many years of employment as the loan officer and assistant bank manager at the former First National Bank of Beaver County, Monaca Branch office. She also enjoyed baking and cooking.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William, and three brothers, and four sisters.

Lu will be sadly missed by her children, William (Sue Ann) Sebastian of Sewickley, Joanne (Richard) Colton of North Carolina, Donna (Stuart) VanKirk of North Hills, her grandchildren, Matthew (Brandie) Sebastian, Daniel (Jessica) Sebastian, Adam Colton, and Deanna Colton, and three great grandchildren, Evelina, Roscoe, and Willow. She is also survived by her sisters, Innocenza Palaio and Pauline Roesch, several nieces, nephews and dear friends.

Friends will be received on Sunday, December 20, 2020 from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, followed by prayers at 11:30 am on Monday. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at noon in the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Monaca. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery.

Contributions may be made in Lu’s memory, if desired, to St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 1409 Pennsylvania Avenue, Monaca, PA 15061 or Passavant Community, 105 Burgess Drive, Zelienople, PA 16063.

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Luigina “Lu” Sebastian 97 of Monaca was called to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 15, 2020. Born in Coraopolis, she was the daughter of the late Nicola and Josephine (Zaffy) Palaio. A gifted musician and a music lover, Lu attended Coraopolis High School and held the seat of first violinist in the CoraopolisContinue Reading

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Who could forget that smile!?! Warmest wishes in your time of sadness. Joe and Helen

My sympathy, love, and prayers. Your dear mom will always hold a special place in my heart. What a wonderful Christmas gift for her to meet Jesus face to face! Live in joy and peace Luigina, and thank you for many things. God Bless, Fr. John McKenna

Joanne, so very sorry for your loss. Your mother was so sweet, and always had such a welcoming smile. I'll keep you and your family in my prayers.

My heart and prayers are with you as you remember your precious mother and grandmother. Her twinkling eyes and genuine smile lighted up the room. It was so apparent how much she loved her family and how she was loved by her family. That will continue. May the Peace of the Lord be with you, especially now.

We are deeply suddened by the loss that your family have encountered. We will cherish the memory of dear Luigina.With Love,Giovanna, Salvatore and Alessandra

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My thoughts and prayers to your family. Lu is an angel who touched many lives in a very special way.

I remember so well, when I was a little girl, Will, who was our cousin, brought Luigina to our home to introduce her to our family. I think they had just gotten engaged. They were so much in love...it was very sweet to see. Sending sincere condolences.

Dear Bill, (or Billy as your mother always referred to you :) I was so sorry to hear of your mother's death. She was a warm hearted, kind, charitable, delightful person. She was always so kind to me and especially kind to my dad after my mother's death. She brought joy and peace to everyone she ever met. Her smile would light up any room no matter how dark. She will be missed but I know she is continuing to spread joy and happiness in heaven.Keith R. Marotti

Bill, so sorry to hear your loss. You have our deepest sympathy.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.