Mary Ellen Chilenski, 91, was peacefully welcomed into the loving hands of our Lord on June 1, 2010 at her residence in South Texas. Mary Ellen was the matriarch of the Mihalyo/Chilenski families of the Ohio Valley. She was born August 2, 1918 in Mingo Junction and resided most of her life in the Steubenville and Wintersville area. Her lifelong dedication to her family and her determination to help them succeed has been instilled into all the generations that have prospered under her guidance. Mary was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Walter; son Patrick; son-in-law, Robert Hagerty; brothers John & Andrew Mihalyo; and sisters Elizabeth Seals & Ann Pethe. She is survived by sons, Walter (Kathy) of St. Louis, MO and James (Susan) of Lancaster, OH, and daughters Ladonna (Richard) Delatore of Steubenville, Rita (William) Bourne of Rochester, MN, Marjorie Hagerty of Brandon, FL, and Frances (Lawrence) Wolpin of Arroyo City, TX., brothers Michael (Nancy) Mihalyo and Regis (Mary) Mihalyo; and a sister Regina Mihalyo. She also leaves behind 18 loving grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Visitation with the families will be Wednesday from 4 – 7 p.m. at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville. Funeral liturgy with mass 9:30 a.m., Thursday, June 10th, , at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church with Msgr. Kurt H. Kemo officiating. Burial at Mount Calvary Cemetery.Vigil services 4 p.m. Wednesday.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Blessed Sacrament Church or a charity of the donor's choice
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09/03/2024
Jerry Ruff
So sorry for your loss and shocked to read that Pat had died previously. Of course I had lost contact with the Chilenski family since leaving Steubenville for New Jersey. Thankfully my sister, June who lives in Barnesville, Ohio keeps me updated with the goings on in Steubenville. I will never forget the time I broke both wrists in the Chilenski backyard falling of the rope swing trying to copy Tarzan! My prayers are with you......
09/03/2024
Gil Zalewski
Aunt Mary, rest in peace...
09/03/2024
John & Ruth Delatore
Dear Ladonna and Richard, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With our deepest sympathy, Ruth and John Delatore
09/03/2024
Marge Bish
Dear Ladonna, So sorry for the loss of your wonderful mother. I always was amazed at how feisty and outspoken she was. She was your greatest support. I know you will always miss her, I miss my mother every day. I remember the good times we had. Love and prayers Marge
09/03/2024
Fr. Pat Gaughan
Ladonna & family members, I remember your mother and father from growing up at St. Peter's. I am sorry to hear of your mother's death. I will celebrate mass for her here at St. Paul's in Athens, Ohio (I took Msgr. Kish's place when he retired). I will keep all of you in my prayers during this time of loss. Pat Gaughan
09/03/2024
Jim and Susan
Mother, we love you and will deeply miss you.
09/03/2024
Michelle Groninger
Ladonna, I will be out of town and unable to visit with you Wednesday evening, but I want you to know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Michelle
09/03/2024
rcb
Our beloved Mother, a remarkable woman who faced many challenges in life, is now at rest. Let peace and love surround her. Bill, Rita, Will, Katherine and Colette
09/03/2024
Linda
Memories abound. What a wonderful person and great family. I will always be proud to have been a part of her and her family's live. Rest in peace Mother, I love you.
09/03/2024
Kathy and Walt Chilenski
We will always remember and be grateful for Mother's generosity, her marvelous stories, and her indomitable spirit, as well as her famed nutroll and longed for pies! We cherish and salute those who provided patient,loving care during her final years after Father died. Now they are together again and paradise certainly will be even more lively! Their legacy is a family of incredibly diverse talent who make a difference each day. Go with God, Mother, and tell him what you think! Much Love, Walt, Kathy, and family
09/03/2024
Frances
We will always appreciate spending Mom's final years with her and putting a "little Texas" in her heart. Her loving children, Fran & Larry
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