Emily Joanne DeLuca, 80, of Aliquippa, passed away on February 20th, 2026.
She was born in Rochester on December 17th, 1945, the daughter of the late Emilio and Rose (Nichilo) Mancini. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Fr. Domenic “Mimo” Mancini and numerous other relatives.
Family was always at the heart of Emily’s life. She cherished gatherings and took great pleasure in preparing lavish meals that were enjoyed by all. Even when everyone had eaten their fill of the tasty dishes, there was still enough food left to feed an entire army. Sunday dinners were important to her, showing her commitment to gathering loved ones for special meals and time together. When she wasn’t cooking, she liked word search puzzles and oldies music. She was stylish, always wearing her favorite jewelry and scarves. She worked at Maria Rubino’s Beauty Salon, Pittsburgh International Airport’s in-flight kitchen, and Marianne Bakers Hair Design before retiring. She and her family were dedicated participants in the Supinesi San Cataldo committee, annually commemorating their patron saint of Supino through organized fundraising events and banquets.
She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Frank, her daughters, Joleen (Rob) Frantz and Jeannine (Jamie) Huston, her grandsons, Joshua (Jen) Huston and Devin Peltier, her great-grandson, Wyatt Huston, her brother, Donald (Linda) Mancini and their children, Damien (Holli) Mancini and Dina (Aaron) McCavitt, her special cousin, Bill (Linda) Nichilo and all her extended family.
A Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 26th, from 4-8 p.m. at the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home Inc., 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where departing prayers will begin at 9:15 a.m. on Friday, February 27th followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. in St. Frances Cabrini Church, 115 Trinity Drive, Aliquippa. Interment will follow in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 2186 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa. The family extends their heartfelt thanks to Cranberry Place’s skilled nursing staff for their compassion, as well as AHN – Wexford Hospital nursing staff and Hospice for their unwavering comfort and support during a difficult time. A special thank you to the Aliquippa Elks Lodge #1221 for their continued love and support.
Emily was also a devoted supporter of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Emily will always be remembered by those who loved her; though her departure brought sadness, she told her family that she was happy and her heart was full of love.
She was born in Rochester on December 17th, 1945, the daughter of the late Emilio and Rose (Nichilo) Mancini. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Fr. Domenic “Mimo” Mancini and numerous other relatives.
Family was always at the heart of Emily’s life. She cherished gatherings and took great pleasure in preparing lavish meals that were enjoyed by all. Even when everyone had eaten their fill of the tasty dishes, there was still enough food left to feed an entire army. Sunday dinners were important to her, showing her commitment to gathering loved ones for special meals and time together. When she wasn’t cooking, she liked word search puzzles and oldies music. She was stylish, always wearing her favorite jewelry and scarves. She worked at Maria Rubino’s Beauty Salon, Pittsburgh International Airport’s in-flight kitchen, and Marianne Bakers Hair Design before retiring. She and her family were dedicated participants in the Supinesi San Cataldo committee, annually commemorating their patron saint of Supino through organized fundraising events and banquets.
She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Frank, her daughters, Joleen (Rob) Frantz and Jeannine (Jamie) Huston, her grandsons, Joshua (Jen) Huston and Devin Peltier, her great-grandson, Wyatt Huston, her brother, Donald (Linda) Mancini and their children, Damien (Holli) Mancini and Dina (Aaron) McCavitt, her special cousin, Bill (Linda) Nichilo and all her extended family.
A Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 26th, from 4-8 p.m. at the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home Inc., 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where departing prayers will begin at 9:15 a.m. on Friday, February 27th followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. in St. Frances Cabrini Church, 115 Trinity Drive, Aliquippa. Interment will follow in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 2186 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa. The family extends their heartfelt thanks to Cranberry Place’s skilled nursing staff for their compassion, as well as AHN – Wexford Hospital nursing staff and Hospice for their unwavering comfort and support during a difficult time. A special thank you to the Aliquippa Elks Lodge #1221 for their continued love and support.
Emily was also a devoted supporter of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Emily will always be remembered by those who loved her; though her departure brought sadness, she told her family that she was happy and her heart was full of love.
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