Harry A. Bellora  – Carroll Township
Obituaries
August 31, 2020

Harry A. Bellora – Carroll Township

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Harry A. Bellora, age 79, of Carroll Township, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2020, at his home. He was born in North Charle- roi on Jan. 3, 1941. Harry was a veteran serving with the U.S. Army from 1958 to 1961. He was a member of St. Andrew the Apostle Parish. Harry was preceded in death by his father, Harry A. Bellora Sr.; and his brother, David Bellora. Surviving to cherish his memory are his beloved wife, Patricia Howis Bellora; five children, Mark Bellora of Monessen, Lisa Bellora of Charleroi, Jennifer Panepinto of Ohio, Stacee Rutherford of White Oak and Adam Bellora of Carroll Township; two grandchildren; a brother, Keith Bellora of Monessen; and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements have been entrusted to ANTHONY L. MASSAFRA FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICE INC., 40 Second St. Ext., Carroll Township/Donora, PA 15033, 724-379-6900. Private funeral services and interment in Mon Valley Memorial Park will be held at the convenience of the family. The Mon Valley Honor Guard and Firing Squad will accord full military rites. To share a condolence, please visit www.massafrafuneralhome.com.

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