Antoinette “Chubby” Zupsic, 98, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 15th, 2025, at her residence in Monaca, surrounded by the love and warmth of her family.
She was born in Freedom and was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Matthew M. Zupsic, her parents, Antonio and Evelyn Anne (DiGiamaco) DiSanzo, her brothers, Edward, Eugene and Anthony DiSanzo, and her sisters, Esther Denney, Phyllis DiSanzo and Frances Osbun. She is survived by her loving daughters, Marilyn Chesko and Linda (Arnold) Liberatore, her adoring grandchildren, Mark (Jennifer) Liberatore and Tracy (Brad) Shields, her treasured great-grandchildren, Christian and Andrew Liberatore and Zachary and Hannah Shields, her sister in law, Rosemarie DiSanzo and an “adopted” granddaughter, Cara Hoshauer.
Antoinette was the heart of her home throughout her life, dedicating her life to her family as a homemaker. She also shared her meticulousness and warmth in the workforce as a bookkeeper at the East Rochester K-Mart and at J & J Enterprises in Freedom, where she contributed to catering and fundraisers until the remarkable age of eighty-four. Her strong work ethic and genuine love for helping others were evident in everything she did. She was a faithful member of Mary, Queen of Saints Parish, and a founding member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church’s Christian Mothers at the church located in Monaca. She was a skilled cook and baker who was known for her delightful dishes that brought people together. Her friends and family often found joy in her company during her occasional trips to the casino, her membership at a neighborhood card club where they often played pinocle and her enthusiastic participation in bingo nights. She was also an avid sports fan, loyally supporting all the Pittsburgh teams with fervor. These past twenty plus years were especially precious to Antoinette, as she delighted in the time spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Each moment with them was cherished, and her legacy of love, laughter and kindness will continue to flourish in their lives. Her warmth extended beyond her family, as she received special care from Lori Smith and Marla Liberatore, who both held a special place in her heart. The family also wishes to thank Concordia Visiting Nurses and Good Samaritan Hospice for their outstanding care.
Friends will be received on Thursday, December 18th from 3-7 p.m. at Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, who was in charge of her arrangements and where prayers will be offered on Friday, December 19th at 9:45 a.m. followed by a mass of Christian burial at 10:30 a.m. at St Felix Catholic Church, 450 13th Street, Freedom. Burial will follow in St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery, 1270 Chapel Road, Monaca.
Rather than flowers, the family has suggested memorial contributions be made in her memory to the Our Lady of Fatima Angel Fund.
To share online condolences or view Antoinette’s video tribute, please visit www.simpsonfuneralhome.com.