George J. Merulli,Sr.

June 8, 1923 - August 1, 2015

George J. Merulli, Sr., 92 of Center Twp. Passed away at home after a brief illness on August 1, 2015He was born June 8, 1923 in Greensburg, PA and was the son of the late Andre and Anna Maria (Montanari) Merulli. In addition to his parents George was preceded in death by his beloved wife Phyllis (Piocquidio) Merulli, a son George Merulli, Jr., step father Joe ?Jonk? Venetti, four brothers: Roger, Robert, Cergel, and Joseph, three sisters: Lillian, Eleanor and Antoinette.George was a member of Saint Frances Cabrini Roman Catholic Church, Center Twp. He was a veteran of W.W. II where he served in the United States Army. George loved being outdoors either hunting or fishing. He had a passion for gardening and enjoyed spending time with his family.George was retired from LTV Steel works as a Roller Mill Operator. He was also a member of North Pittsburgh Metal Detection Club Past FindersGeorge is survived by three sons and four daughters-in-law: Mark and Judith Merulli, Dave and Therese Merulli, Phil and Gina Merulli and Suzanne Merulli. Grandchildren: Wendy (Mark), Greg (Veronica), Matt (Amber), Adam, John and Justin, three great grandchildren, A brother: Albert Merulli, Two sisters: Clarice Venetti and Josephine Winger along with numerous nieces and nephews.Visitation will be Tuesday 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. in the ANTHONY MASTROFRANCESCO FUNERAL HOME INC. 2026 MCMINN STREET, Aliquippa, 724-375-0496. Departing prayers will begin 9:30 am Wednesday in the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 10:00 a.m. in St. Frances Cabrini Church with Father Martin Bartle, O.S.B., officiating.Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.A parish vigil service will begin at 5:45 Tuesday evening at the funeral home.