Laura Ann LaRiccia – Charleroi, formerly of Monessen
Obituaries
January 13, 2021

Laura Ann LaRiccia – Charleroi, formerly of Monessen

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Laura Ann LaRiccia, 85, of Charleroi, formerly of Monessen, died on Monday, Jan. 11, 2021, in Mon Valley Care Center. She was born on June 6, 1935, in Monessen, the daughter of the late Anthony and Virginia Vonn Mancuso. Laura had worked at the former Brookvale Clothing factory years ago, the Hallsworth House, and Mickey’s Corner Store in Monessen. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Vincent LaRiccia; a sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Joseph Alvarez; her granddaughter, Melissa Lucy; and daughter-in-law, Cindy LaRiccia. She is survived by her children, Vincent LaRiccia of Newark, Del., Arlene (Ray) Kroll of Rostraver Township, Amy (Robert) Ulens of Monessen, Susan Lucy of Pittsburgh and Thomas Lucy of Belle Vernon; her grandchildren, Chrissy, Nigel, Kelly, Amanda, Alex, Anthony, Sammy, Jessica, Shelby, Katie, Tommy and Maria; and by 10 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; three brothers, Thomas (Gloria) Mancuso of Monongahela, David (Marylynn) Mancuso of North Huntingdon, and Michael (Sherra) Mancuso of North Huntingdon; a sister, Toni Samaan of New Eagle; and by nieces, nephews, and friends. At Laura’s request, there will be no services. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to DALFONSO-BILLICK FUNERAL HOME INC. 441 Reed Ave., Monessen. Condolences accepted for the family at www.dalfonso-billick.com.

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