Obituary of Vera M. Calabro

Calabro Vera M. (Gentile) Strong during adversity best describes Vera’s road to final peace and comfort. After a series of health issues Vera, age 90, passed peacefully on May 16, 2016. Vera was the daughter of the late Albina and Bernard Gentile. Wife of the late Peter Calabro, (Calabro Tire), her children; Janine, Jack and Perry (Liz) Calabro, 2 loving grandsons; Michael and Bryan Calabro. Also survived by her cousin Norma and best friend Carol along with numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her loving sister; Linda Gentile and brother; Albert Gentile. Special thanks for the loving care Vera received at Family Hospice and Palliative Care. Originally from Bridgeville, Vera resided at Concordia of the South Hills where she made many friends. She was a great cook and often shared her delights with friends and neighbors. Homemade dishes were the standard in her house. Vera was a past member of Valley Brook Country Club and a golfer for many years. She loved to read and was never without a book. Often described as the woman with the sweet smile Vera had many friends and enjoyed having fun. Friends received Wednesday, 4-8 PM, in the Warchol Funeral Home, Inc., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412-221-3333). A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Thursday, 10 AM in Holy Child Parish, Bridgeville. Vera’s giving nature preferred contributions in lieu of flowers. Contributions may be made to Family Hospice & Palliative Care, 50 Moffett Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15243, or to Bridgeville Public Library, 505 McMillen Street, Bridgeville, PA 5017, or to Caring Fund of Concordia of the South Hills, 1300 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15243.