Nada Sylvia Dzuro, 87, a resident of Center Township, passed away peacefully on January 8th, 2026. She was born in Aliquippa on May 3rd, 1938.
Nada was a kind and caring mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and aunt, and a friend to everyone who knew her. Her warmth and generosity touched many lives. She will be remembered for the love she shared so freely with those around her. Above all else, Nada cherished her family. Her greatest joy came from spending time with them, celebrating milestones and creating lasting memories.
She was a graduate of Aliquippa High School and for many years worked for Mellon Bank before retiring. Nada developed many close friendships with her co-workers which lasted a lifetime.
Nada shared a special bond with her sister Joann, her loyal, loving, and devoted companion. Together they became famous among family and friends for their delicious homemade cookies. Whether it was a wedding or a holiday gathering, their sweet creations were always a highlight of the celebration.
In her leisure time, Nada enjoyed crafts of all kinds. She had talents for needlepoint knitting and sewing, often creating beautiful pieces that reflected her patience and creativity. These hobbies brought her peace and fulfillment throughout the years.
Nada developed a special bond with her nieces Megan, Kristen and Erin Wawro, and Leann Schmid. Nada very much enjoyed their many visits and their companionship over the years.
Nada deeply loved her grandchildren, Nicole Lewis and her husband, Eric, Anthony Cerilli and wife Cara, Kaitlyn Hoover and her husband, Jordan and Dylan Dzuro. She took great pride in watching them grow. Her heart expanded even more with the arrival of her great grandchildren, Violet and Elliana Lewis and Lucille Hoover. Each held a special place in her heart.
She is survived by her sister, Joann Wawro, her daughter, Debbie (Dzuro) Cerilli, her son-in-law John Cerilli and her son, Thomas Dzuro. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Dzuro, her mother, Mary “Baba” Wawro, her father, Paul Wawro, her brother, Ronald Wawro and her dear friends, Olga and Zeke Fechushak.
Over these past few years, Nada formed many special relationships with the staff at Apple Blossom Senior Living. Their outpouring of love, care, and kindness will never be forgotten.
May her memory bring comfort to those who knew and loved her. A viewing will be held on Thursday, January 15th from 2-6 p.m., at Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where prayers will be offered on Friday, January 16th at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 1409 Pennsylvania Avenue, Monaca.
