Jack E. Catalano

Jack E. Catalano, 72, of Lower Burrell, passed away Friday, April 26, 2019 at home. He was born November 23, 1946 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Ann (Villiano) Catalano. He served in the Army from 1966-1968 where he received the National Defense Service Medal; after his honorable discharge he moved to Pennsylvania, where he lived most of his life in Tarentum and recently in Lower Burrell. Jack worked in the Produce Department at Giant Eagle for 27 years. He enjoyed his volunteer work at the New Kensington Salvation Army where he met the Majors Carter. The last 3 years he attended the Community Life Program in Logan’s Ferry, where he played cards and bingo with the “Trouble makers”. Jack loved his card buddies Joe, Gwen, John, Jim, Sherwood and Paul. His most favorite past time was watching the Steelers with his brother in law, Luigi.

            Jack is survived by his wife of 35 years Diane (Gibson) Catalano, daughters Rachel Catalano, Melissa Catalano (Shawn Hendon), Jacqueline Catalano (Devlin Diggs) and Ashley Catalano (Aaron White). He adored his 15 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and was anxious to meet his 16^th grandchild. He also leaves behind Susan (Luigi) Ialeggio, David Gibson, Nanci Gibson-Richardson and his only niece, Olivia Dian Richardson. Besides his mother he was preceded in death by his daughter Nicole Catalano. The family would like to thank the Aide’s and Staff at Community Life for the loving care they gave Jack.

            Visitation Tuesday from 4PM till the time of service at 6PM in the Duster Funeral Home, Inc. 347 E 10^th Ave, Tarentum, 724-224-1526 with Major Elvie Carter officiating. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers donations to Duster Funeral Home, Inc. would be appreciated. VISIT: dusterfh.com