Richard R. DeRentis – Monessen
Obituaries
April 8, 2024

Richard R. DeRentis – Monessen

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Richard R. DeRentis, 72, of Monessen, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024, in Penn Highlands Mon Valley Hospital, with his loving family by his side. He was born on Feb. 1, 1952, in New Eagle, the son of the late Ralph and Norma DiCenzo DeRentis. He was a member of Epiphany of Our Lord Roman Catholic Church and was a Monessen High School graduate. He was a retired HVAC technician and was a musician for many years, having played with several local bands. He is survived by two daughters, Camille (Kenny) Savko of Monessen and Rachel (Joseph) Gradischek of Belle Vernon; son, Cory DeRentis of Monessen; and grandchildren, J.C., Olivia, Cameron, Joey, Scarlett, Milena and Xavier. Friends will be received from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at DALFONSO-BILLICK FUNERAL HOME INC. AND CREMATION SERVICES, 441 Reed Ave., Monessen. Services will be held in the funeral home beginning with a 10 a.m. blessing service on Thursday, April 11, 2024, with the Rev. Michael Crookston officiating. Interment will follow in Monongahela Cemetery. Condolences are being accepted for the family at www.dalfonso-billick.com.

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