Samuel A. Tatano
Samuel A. Tatano, 82, of Canonsburg, passed away peacefully Thursday, July 6, 2023, in Premier Washington County Health Center. He was born January 13, 1941, in Muse, a son of the late Frank and Rose Saieva Tatano.
Mr. Tatano lived his entire life in the Muse, Canonsburg area, was Catholic and attended Cecil High School.
He was employed at the former Forbes Steel Corp. until its closing. He then was employed by his brothers at Refrigeration Care, Inc. and Tatano Wire and Steel.
Sam was a member of the Muse Independent Club and a vintage car enthusiast.
In October of 1959, he married Patricia L. Haley, who survives after 63 years of marriage.
Also left behind to cherish his memory are his beloved children, Theresa (Randy) Lenhart of Canonsburg, Cindy Tatano of Muse, and Tony (Leah) Tatano, Gino (Beth Ann) Tatano and John (Julie) Tatano, all of Canonsburg, Jason (Jen) Tatano of Uniontown and Brooke (Adam) Ferragonio of Cecil Township; his brother, Charles A. Tatano of Muse; his sister, Mary Leichty of Canonsburg; 14 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and many loving nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Sam was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Brianna Orbin; four sisters, Rosie Tatano, Sara Dohanich, Connie Terling and Lillie Gasbarini; and three brothers, Patsy, Alfonso and Angelo Tatano.
Honoring Sam’s request, there will be no public visitation or services, and interment will be private.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted into the care of Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc., Joseph P. Salandra LFD, owner / supervisor, 304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg (724-745-8120).
To view or extend condolences, please visit www.salandrafunerals.com.