Joseph Astorino

On August 22, 2012
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Joseph Astorino, “the family gem” of McMurray, died peacefully at the age of 101 on Wednesday, August 22, 2012. He was the beloved husband of 75 years to the late Jennie Gaudio Astorino. Born on Feburary 27, 1911, in Province of Cosenza, Italy, he came to the USA at the age of 14 to work in a VIMCO macaroni factory in Carnegie. He is the loving father of Marion (the late Leo) Kaylor of Peters Twp., Antoinette (Creighton) Hottel of Peters Twp., and the late Dolores (Jack) Marcey of Carnegie. Beloved Grandfather of Dennis (Debra) Hottel of Bethel Park, Jeffrey Hottel of Peters Twp., Lee (Joan) Kaylor of Peters Twp., Joseph (Connie) Kaylor of Peters Twp., Annette (Joe) Shimek of Carnegie and Jackie (Jim) Cross of Erie. He is also the proud Great Grandfather of Creighton, Melaine and Brian Hottel, Leah, Tim and Wesley Kaylor, Jamie and Russell Shimek, and Nicole and Michael Cross. Joseph and his family were one of the last families to live on Rt.19. He was very proud to be the owner of the farm which is now Sharp Edge on Rt.19. He worked with the mine rescue team for Pittsburgh Coal Company, which is now Consol Energy for 40 years and then retired as a Mine Mason. He was an excellent Italian cook and considered himself a self-proclaimed restaurant critic. Joseph was an active member of St. Benedict the Abbot and the oldest member of Muse Italian Club. He was honored the day of his 100^th birthday on the NBC Today Program for being a “Centarian”. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, his parish as well as all who knew him. Friends are welcome on Thursday, August 23, 2012 from 2pm-4pm and 6pm-8pm at Cremation & Funeral Care by Danielle Andy Belusko 3287 Washington Road, McMurray PA, 15317, 724-260-5546. Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated on Friday, August 24, 2012 at 10:00 AM at St. Benedict the Abbot Church, 120 Abington Dr., McMurray, PA 15317, followed by internment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Joseph’s name to St. Benedict the Abbot 120 Abington Dr., McMurray and/or Animal Friends, 562 Camp Home Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Please view and sign the family’s online guestbook at: www.cremationfuneralcare.com

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Creighton Hottel (The Dude)

Aug 23 2012

Kuppy was one of the most loving, open-hearted, caring, and above all strongest indivual I have met in my life. His strength was unmatched and he always spent time performing kind acts/deeds for others just to put a smile on their face. He was the best Italian cook and always liked to do things the "Italian way." He showed me that LOVE and family are the most important traits an individual can obtain throughout life. He lived each day of his life to the fullest and understood how to make people happy. Kuppy as always engaged in everything I put my mind to from football games, baseball games, chrous concerts, and other important events. He was the most loved member of our family and the memories we shared will last forever. It's time to rest now Kuppy and as I told you in the last words I ever spoke to you, "Thank you for everything you have done for me, I love you, and promise to make you proud." He truely was a gem and the best great grandfather anyone could ever ask for. A fighter to the end. RIP Kuppy I know you will be watching over me every step of the way in every obstacle I encounter as my guardian angel.

Frank Catalano

Rest in Peace, Comba Joe. Our condolences, from the Catalano Family. Betty and Marion, throughout the years, my thoughts have been about you two and your family. Love, Frank and the Catalano Family

Judi Astorino, Bridgeville, Pa

Aug 27 2012

Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of a man who sounds like a truly remarkable person. I regret that I never had the opportunity to meet this man with whom I share a last name.

Lucas

Jul 28 2015

they will take part in a debate on WBGO Jazz 88 on Thursday, October 22 at 8pm. But Republican gabirnatoreul nominee Christopher Christie is waiting to see how Corzine responds to debate invitations from League of Women Voters debate for October 16, which would have been broadcast by the New York and Philadelphia ABC affiliate, and from NJ 101.5. Jon Corzine is afraid to debate on a major network affiliate with a large audience but agrees to a debate on a station whose board is stacked with Democrat party loyalists, said Christie strategist Michael DuHaime. He should be willing to go on network if for no other reason than to apologize to as many New Jerseyans as possible for raising income, business and property taxes, taking way property tax rebates and property tax deductions and doubling the unemployment rate. On Election Day, he won't be able to hide behind his money anymore. After Corzine initially refused to participate in New Jersey Network's October 1 debate that was sanctioned by the New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission (ELEC), NJN tried to move it back to October 22, since Corzine indicated he would take part then. That led to ELEC's four commissioners deadlocked along partisan lines, and to Corzine acquiescing to the original date. Christie Campaign Manager Bill Stepien then issued a statement inviting Corzine to debate on the later date, since it appears his schedule is also open for a debate on Oct. 22. While we have agreed to the debate, Christie has not, even after he challenged the governor to debate on that very same date-, said Corzine spokeswoman Elizabeth Smith.WBGO News Director Doug Doyle said that the October 22 date is not final, and that the station is attempting to find a way to accommodate all three candidates. There's nothing official on that on any side, because it's still in the preliminary talks, he said.The Newark-based station reaches the northern half of New Jersey, all five boroughs of New York City and parts of New York State. Doyle said that he will look into partnering up with other public radio stations if he can confirm a date with all three candidates.

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