Deborah Carmella Alesse (Carretta)
Deborah Carmella Alesse (Carretta)
Deborah Carmella Alesse (Carretta), age 59 of Upper St.Clair, passed away on Friday, February 15, 2013 at Family Hospice and Palliative Care in Mt. Lebanon after a courageous, six-year battle with breast cancer. She is survived by beloved and devoted husband of 35 years, Joseph; daughters, Lauren (Carl) Clark, Dr. Amber (Dr. Chris) Threadgill, and Shannon (Erich) Scheller; parents, Alphonse and Audrey Carretta; and brother, Daniel Carretta.
Deb enjoyed traveling with her husband and went on two trips to Europe. She also loved cooking, reading, sewing, crafts, gardening, and home projects, as well as spending time with her family. Walking in South Park with her dog, Mackenzie, was one of her favorite pastimes. She was a parishioner of St. Louise de Marillac Church. A cherished mother, wife, and daughter, she will never be forgotten for her selflessness, kindness to others, and devotion to her family.
Friends will be received on Monday, February 18, 2013 from 2:00-4:00 PM and 6:00-8:00 PM at Cremation and Funeral Care by Danielle Andy Belusko, 3287 Washington Rd, McMurray, PA 15317, (724) 260-5546. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at 10:00 AM at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 126 Fort Couch Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15241. Private burial will be held at Queen of Heaven Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Humane Society of Western PA 1101 Western Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15233 or The American Cancer Society 320 Bilmar Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15205
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Our sympathies to your family~I worked with Deb for many years with the research firm-PPR. She was one of the most kindest and loving persons I have ever known. She was a blessing to all who knew her. God Bless her and you all. Our deepest sympathies go to you all. With Love, Gwen Mariacher, RN and family – Jamestown, Pa
I would like to offer my prayers and sincerest condolences to all of Deb’s family and friends. I met Deb while working at PPR and she was without a doubt one of the sweetest people I have ever met. May the peace that only the Lord brings, comfort you all …heaven has gained another angel.
I worked with Deb @ PPR for many years.She was one of the sweetest people I ever met. My sympathy to her family and I pray that God will comfort you.
Linda Daley- Greensburg,Pa
Amber, may The Father comfort you beneath His wing, may The Son walk beside you through these difficult days and may The Holy Ghost fill you with the knowledge she doesn’t know pain any longer. You are in my heart my sister. love you
Our sincere sympathy goes out to all of the family in this trying time. Know she is in a peaceful place and not suffering any longer. I will miss her and our talks. She was the most wonderful person I have ever known. I am so blessed to have been able to say goodbye until we meet again one day.
God bless all of the family.
Love Judy Tetino, friend.
My deepest sympathy goes out to you, Joe, and your family. Though I never met Deb, I felt that I knew her because of all the years that you and I worked together. I hope that you can find some comfort knowing that her suffering is over and she is now with God.
Take Care, your friend, Clare
My sympathies and prayers go out to you Joe and the girls, She is a angel now looking down on all of us. I worked with Deb at PPR. She was a great person inside and out. She never spoke bad about anyone. Denise Love and family
I am so shocked and saddened to hear about Deb’s passing. I had the pleasure of working with her at both PPR and PPCP- she was without a doubt one of the kindest, most thoughtful people I have ever met. She was a joy to be around. I am glad that her suffering has ended, and that she is now at peace. My deepest sympathy to all of her family, you were her greatest source of pride and joy.
Shannon, I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. I know you will miss her terribly but she is finally at peace now. I hope you can take solace in that. Please know I really understand what you are going through and am here if you need anything at all. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. My deepest sympathies, Kerry
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Shannon, my condolences to you and your family. Although this is a very tough time for everyone, I hope you are able to take comfort in the fact that Deb will not be suffering anymore. Your family is in our prayers.
With my deepest sympathies,
George Gray
Shannon, so sorry to hear of your Mother’s death. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know you will cherish your last days with her.
Deepest Regards,
Dick
Lauren, Cindy, Melissa and I all send our condolences to you and your family. We are sitting together at school and sending our love and support.
I am so terribly sorry for your family’s loss. Deb and I worked together for several years at PPR and she was one of the most wonderful, sweetest souls you ever could meet. I would see her walking with her dog at Peter’s trail and always say hello. She will surely be missed. I will always have wonderful memories of her.
Shannon,
Sending my deepest condolences to you and your family, along with prayers that you will find comfort in knowing that she is at peace.
Mary Jean Johnson
I was fortunate to have met Deb through work. She was one of the most selfless, honest, sincere, sweetest people I think I have ever met. She always had a kind word for everyone and was such a hard worker. She was so proud of her children and spoke about them and her husband all the time.
I know she is at peace now. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and all of the people who loved her.
You will be missed, Deb.
Our sincere sympathy goes to the Alesse and Carretta family. I never had the opportunity to meet Deborah, but from what I’ve heard she meant a lot to all she touched. May her memories be the comfort for her family, and close friends.
God Bless Deb, Joe and the girls…”The sun shines equally both on cedars and on every tiny flower, in the same way God looks after every soul. All is planned exactly as the seasons are so arranged that the humblest rose blossoms at the appointed time.” St. Therese
With deepest sympathy, Margaret Buban
Shannon and Alesse family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Andy and Sarah