Salvatore A. Ortenzo

On August 24, 2018
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Salvatore A. Ortenzo, age 91, of McMurray, PA, formerly of Penn Hills, PA, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, in his sleep at home with family on Friday, August 24, 2018. Born on December 7, 1926, he was the son of the late Elizabeth and Anthony Ortenzo. Beloved husband of Concetta “Connie” Ortenzo. Loving father of Janet Ortenzo, Anthony “Tony” (Cindy) Ortenzo, Carole Ortenzo, and Linda Ortenzo. Cherished grandfather to Michael, Claire, Dominic, and Grace Ortenzo. He was preceded in death by his siblings Dorothy Ortenzo, Rita (Thomas “Rocky”) Ortenzo Denne, and Robert (Betty) Ortenzo. He was also blessed with many nieces and nephews.

Sal was a devoted husband of nearly 66 years and a loving father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. A proud World War II Army veteran, he was a respected and admired business owner, baseball coach, and lifelong member of the Catholic faith. He also was an avid bowler and sports fan. Sal inspired everyone he met with his decency, goodness, and generosity of spirit. He was a blessing to all who knew him and a light of our lives.

Family and friends are welcome on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 from 2 PM- 4 PM and 6 PM – 8 PM at Cremation and Funeral Care, 3287 Washington Road, McMurray, PA 15317. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at 10 AM at St. Benedict the Abbot, 120 Abington Drive, McMurray, PA 15317.

In lieu of flowers, we suggest donations to organizations that support Catholic charities, veterans, cancer research, or seniors.

Please view and sign the family’s online guestbook at www.cremationfuneralcare.com.

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Darryl Dwyer

Aug 24 2018

Sal was an amazing person and such a joy to be around. I was blessed to have known him, and he will be greatly missed. My deepest condolences to the Ortenzo family!

Josie Michaux-Smith

I’ll always remember his humor & sweet smile. Heartfelt sympathies to you all. Love, Josie Michaux-Smith ??

Jeffrey Sam Hamler

Sal was a great guy. So happy I got to know him. What a wonderful person he was he will be missed by me and my dad. Sal was a joy to know.

Joe and Kathy Elias

Sal is with all of the other angels from our families. I'm sure they were waiting to welcome him with open arms, but he will be greatly missed by all of us.

Tom & Nancy Bole, Cathy & Len Pera, Claudia Bole Geise

Aug 25 2018

Sal was the epitome of graceful charm and seemingly inexhaustible energy. He made you happy just watching him be happy, and he had a way of putting a smile on your face that would barely add to the brilliance in the room that emanated from his. The world is a gloomier place with his passing, but still lit in our hearts by his memory. Rest easy

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