Eleanor Joan Betonte Zaricki
Eleanor Joan “Dude” Betonte Zaricki, 97, of Canonsburg, passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, Tuesday, August 16, 2022.
She was born September 27, 1924, in Canonsburg, a daughter of Dominick and Mamie Wright Betonte.
She was a member of the South Canonsburg Church and the 861 Eagles in Canonsburg.
On May 22, 1948, she married Michael Zaricki, who passed away July 14, 1990.
Left to cherish her memory are a son, Michael (Charlotte) Zaricki; a daughter Cindy (Ken) Podlaszewski; grandsons, Michael (Donna) Zaricki, Matthew, Nick and Eric Podlaszewski; and great-grandsons, Dominick and Bradley Zaricki; a special niece, Leona Hartman; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by a grandson, Steven Zaricki; two brothers, Frank and John Betonte; and two sisters, Martha Hartman and Rosella Lytle.
Dude was kind and caring with a generous heart, quiet strength, independent attitude, and a beautiful smile that lit up a room and brightened everyone’s day.
She will be forever loved and deeply missed by all who knew her.
A special thanks to Quality Family Care, Artis Senior Living of South Hills and Anova Home Healthcare for the compassionate care she received.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Washington County Humane Society.
At the request of the family, all services are private and have been entrusted to Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services, Joseph P. Salandra LFD, owner/supervisor, 304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, 724-745-8120.
To view or extend condolences, please visit www.salandrafunerals.com.