Mary (Murga) ReKasie

Mary (Murga) ReKasie, 101, of Edgeworth, PA, passed away on February 20, 2025. She was born on May 20, 1923, in Ambridge, to the late Vasil and Mary (Suchy) Murga. 

Mary was a long-time resident of the area. She recently resided in South Carolina and Virginia. After graduating from Ambridge High School, Mary worked as a beautician before taking on the role of caregiver for her husband, a WWII veteran, who was disabled. She was a deeply committed member of St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church, and her faith provided her with strength, comfort, and a sense of peace throughout her 101 years. Mary was known for her loving and generous nature. She was always making pierogies, decorating Easter eggs, and baking for church festivals.

She took immense joy in spending time with her children, granddaughter, and great-grandchildren. In addition to her family, Mary enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, including bingo and hunting for bargains. She lived her life with grace, always putting others first, and her faith, love, and generosity will be remembered fondly by all who were blessed to know her. Her memory will live in the hearts of her family and friends. 

Mary is survived by her daughters, Mary Lee (Rick) Darbut and Gloria (Bill) Pulkowski. She also leaves behind a granddaughter and grandson-in-law, as well as two cherished great-grandsons. She is also survived by three nieces, Carol (Tom) Britton, Janet (Tom) Smith, and Mary Anne (Scott) Michigan, along with several great-nieces and a great-nephew.

Mary is preceded in death, in addition to her parents, by her loving husband, John W. ReKasie, and her beloved brothers, Sgt. John Murga and William (Hilda) Murga.

Family and friends are welcome to gather for a visitation, on Friday, from 4 PM, until the time of service at 7:30 PM, in the John Syka Funeral Home, 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, PA 15003.  Translation to the church will take place at 8 PM. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, at 10 AM, in the St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church, 450 Glenwood Drive, Ambridge. Interment will follow in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to, St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church.

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