Ermando DeVitis, 95, of Conway, passed away on September 26th, 2025, in his home with loving family by his side. He was born in Lettopalena, Italy on July 30th, 1930, a son of the late Felice and Maria (Martinelli) DeVitis. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 70 years, Antonietta (Cavicchia) DeVitis and his siblings, Tony, Marienne and Rosina. He is survived by his three sons, Phil (Cindy) DeVitis, Eugene (Tracy) DeVitis and Timothy DeVitis and a daughter, Maria (Michael) delaChevrotiere, five granddaughters: Justine (John) Holleran, Mya and Marisa delaChevrotiere and Bianca and Morgan DeVitis; as well as two great-grandsons, Jack and Ethan Holleran and two sisters, Linda and Anna.

Ermando served in the Italian Army and came to the United States in 1956. He enjoyed sharing stories from his time in Italy. Ermando loved soccer and even played the sport while living in Italy and here in the US. He was a fan of Italian music, played the accordion and was an avid dancer. Some of Ermando’s favorite pass-times were hunting for rabbits and gardening and he was said to have a “green thumb.” Ermando could even grow watermelon just by spitting seeds off the front porch. He was also great at building things. Ermando even built their home that they lived in for 57 years. He also enjoyed building various things: an outdoor living space for his hunting dogs (whom he adored), a swing and highchair for his great-grandson, paper hats for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He even made delicious homemade wine.  Ermando knew life was short and made sure to tell everyone “Life is beautiful” and  to always “Enjoy your life.”

All are welcome to gather for a visitation for Ermando on Tuesday, September 30th, from 4-7 P.M., in the John Syka Funeral Home Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, who was in charge of his arrangements and where a Blessing Service will be held on Wednesday, October 1st at 10:30 A.M. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery in Freedom. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Broadhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.