Former New Castle resident, John S. Mora, 71, of Stonegate Boulevard, Hermitage passed away the evening of November 30, 2013 in Sharon Regional Hospital.
He was born May 18, 1942 in Ellwood City and was the son of the late Stanley and Florence “Flo” Marapese Mora. He is survived by his wife, the former Betsy Gunther whom he married in February 1990.
Mr. Mora was a truck driver, retiring in 2004 and was a member of the Teamsters Union. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed snow skiing. Spending time with his family was his greatest joy and was so important to him. John was a former member of St. Vitus Church.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by three children, John T. Mora and wife Kathleen of Stafford County, VA, Jill Mora of Wilmington, NC and Joseph Tuscano of New Castle; one brother, Ronald Mora of Chewton, PA; eight grandchildren; one great grandchild and his dog, Chuck.
Visitation will be Tuesday from 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon at the Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 941 S. Mill Street, New Castle. A blessing service will be held Tuesday at 12:00 Noon at the funeral home. Father Frank Almade of St. Vitus Church will officiate. Interment will be in Clinton Cemetery, Wampum.