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William N. “Bill” Donofrio, 90, of Union Twp., passed away peacefully Monday morning, May 11, 2020, in UPMC Jameson Care Center, Neshannock Twp. Mr. Donofrio was born March 25, 1930, in Hillsville, a son of the late John and Nicoletta (Lagnese) Donofrio. His beloved wife of 67 years, the former Marie J. DelPrincipe, whom he married January 6, 1953, survives at home.
A proud veteran, he served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Japan during the Korean Conflict. In 1985, Bill retired from Sharon Steel’s former Farrell plant, where he had worked as a pump tender for many years. During retirement, he continued to work as a self-employed carpenter, and was very proud to have built his own home in Union Twp . Bill was a member of St. Mary Church – Holy Spirit Parish of Lawrence County.
Also surviving are a daughter, Cindy Donofrio, of New Castle; a son, David Donofrio, of West Middlesex; four grandchildren, Stefanie (Greg) Plant-Pasquarella, Christopher (Ashley) Donofrio, Danielle (Tyler) Valimont, and Nicoletta Donofrio; and four great-grandchildren, Noah, T.J., Kyleigh, and Aiden.
In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by four sisters and six brothers.
Funeral services will be held privately. Deacon Matthew Hawkins officiated at the Blessing Service. Arrangements were intrusted to McGonigle Funeral Home. Interment is at Parkside Cemetery, Shenango Twp.
Lord God, you are attentive to the voice of our pleading. Give Bill eternal rest, O Lord, and may your light shine on him forever. Let us find in your Son comfort in our sadness, certainty in our doubt, and courage to live through this hour. Make our faith strong through Christ our Lord. Amen