Amelia Rita DiCenso, 85, of Monaca, passed away on April 12th, 2026, at her residence in Monaca. She was born in Pacentro di Aquileia, Italy, and came to the United States at the age of fifteen. She was a beloved daughter of the late Antonio and Rosa (Celeste) DiMatteo. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her two sisters, Anna Kozar and Lucia Troia. She is survived by her husband, Francesco DiCenso, her son, Frank DiCenso, her daughter, Anna Marie DiCenso and her three grandchildren, Dr. Madeline A. DiCenso (finance, Devan Durbin), Sophie M. Gaff and her husband, Creighton Gaff, and Ethan S. DiCenso, along with two brothers, Salvatore (Adelina) DiMatteo and Giovanni (Gemma) DiMatteo and numerous nieces and nephews.

On June 16th, 1962, Amelia was united in marriage to Francesco DiCenso at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Monaca. Their marriage was a lifelong partnership marked by devotion, companionship, and shared commitment to family. She was a devoted homemaker whose greatest joy was caring for her family. Every Sunday, she made certain that her family gathered together for dinner, creating cherished memories around the table and strengthening the bonds that connected generations. Her homemade meatballs, sauce, wedding soup, and Italian cookies were beloved by all who were fortunate enough to enjoy them. She was a member of Mary, Queen of Saints Parish and St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Monaca. She lived a full and meaningful life, and her memory will remain a source of comfort and inspiration to her family and friends.

Friends will be received on Thursday, April 16th from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at SIMPSON FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where a blessing service will be held on Friday, April 17th at 10 a.m. Entombment will follow in Beaver Cemetery Mausoleum, Buffalo Street, Beaver.