Olga (Palombo) Kosanovich, 91, a lifelong resident of Aliquippa, passed away peacefully on April 6th, 2025. She was born on January 28th, 1934. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend and was the devoted wife of the late Melvin Kosanovich Sr., who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her siblings and their spouses: Elda (Nick) Yanessa, Floridge “Porky” (Mary Lou), Natalino “Nalie” (Vera), Guido “Geets” (Zenida), William “Willie” (Christie), Adolph (Anna Jano) and August “Augie” Palombo.
She was a daughter of Anthony and Frances Palombo. Olga was a cherished mother to her son, Mel Kosanovich and his wife, Mimi and her daughter, Judi Kosanovich. She was a proud and loving grandmother to Carly, Bria and Jaiden, whose lives she touched deeply. She is also survived by a sister-in-law, Mary Palombo and numerous loving cousins, nephews, and nieces. Olga was a proud graduate of Slippery Rock University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Health and Physical Education. Her passion for teaching led to a distinguished 37-year career in the Moon Area School District, where she taught physical education and inspired generations of students.
Olga was a woman of deep faith and commitment to service. She was a member of Mary Queen of Saints Parish, Our Lady of Fatima Church and the Christian Mothers. She was also an active member of PSEA and NEA Retired.
Olga will be remembered for her unwavering dedication to her family, students, faith, and community. Her legacy of love, education, and kindness will continue to live on in all who knew her.
Olga’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Carnegie Park Acute Care, Encompass Health, Heritage Valley Hospitals Sewickley and Brighton and Three Oaks Hospice and Personal Care at Harmony Diamond Ridge for their compassion and care shown to Olga.
Family and friends will be received for a public visitation on Tuesday, April 8th, from 3-7 p.m. in the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home, Inc., 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa. Departing prayers will begin on Wednesday, April 9th at 9:30 a.m. in the funeral home. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of Fatima Church, 2270 Broadhad Road, Aliquippa. Entombment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made, if desired to St. Jude, 500 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38015.
