Carolyn Ann Verszyla, 81, of Sewickley, passed away peacefully on December 30th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Sewickley on July 26th, 1944, a cherished daughter of the late Carl W. and Ann (Hrechun) Moore. She is survived by her children, Lisa Ann (John) Sieckowski and Jeffrey (Shelly) Verszyla, her five adored grandchildren, David Earl (Teresa), Madeline (Charlie Bailey), Eva Marie, Alexander and Carson, her sister, Marilyn Swartz (David Ries), her nephews, John V. Swartz (Julie) and Michael Swartz (Katie). She also leaves behind her beloved dog, Lucy.

Throughout her life, Carolyn demonstrated exceptional leadership and a deep commitment to her community. She was elected several times as a Leet Township Commissioner, served as a manager for Rochester Township, and was a president of St. James Parish’s Church Council, where she was a lifelong member. She was known for her honesty, fairness, and unwavering dedication. She always carried the needs of the people she served in her heart. For more than 30 years, she was the welcoming face of the Sewickley Valley Hospital Emergency Room, offering comfort and kindness to families during moments of illness, accidents, and trauma. Her steady presence and compassionate spirit touched countless lives. She was also a loving mother and grandmother, Carolyn’s proudest accomplishment was raising her two children.

Family will receive friends on Friday, January 2nd, from 3 P.M. until the time of a prayer service at 7:30 P.M. in the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, who was in charge of her arrangements. Interment will take privately.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237.

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