Obituaries
March 18, 2023

Larissa Slebodnik – Monessen

By Mon Valley Independent

Larissa Slebodnik, 65, of Monessen, passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at UPMC Presbyterian. Born in North Charleroi on Dec. 30, 1957, she was a daughter of Robert and Dolores Nescott Hreha. Larissa is survived by one son, Joseph Selbodnik of Monessen; a grandson, Aiden Kent of Roscoe; and two sisters-in-law, Sheryl (Sherry) Hreha of Bentleyville and Kay Hreha of Mississippi. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Slebodnik, in 2003, and two brothers, Robert M. Hreha and Leslie Hreha. Per Larissa’s wishes, there will be no visitation or services. Arrangements have been entrusted to MELENYZER FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATION SERVICES INC., 825 Fallowfield Ave., Charleroi. Online condolences may be expressed at www.melenyzer.com.

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