Lori Kris (Matheson) DeRosa

Lori Kris Matheson DeRosa, 59, of California, PA, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 2, 2023 with her devoted family by her side. 

She was born Friday, February 15, 1963, at Charleroi-Monessen hospital, the daughter of Lillian M. Kurtz Matheson and the late James D. “Red” Matheson. 

Lori was a 1981 graduate of California Area High School. She worked at Monongahela Country Club where she met her late husband Frank DeRosa. She then worked for his company, Dravosburg Truck Stop & Auto Repair as an office manager for 22 years. 

She cherished animals, especially her rescued cats and her dogs Frankie and Harley.  She enjoyed hosting family gatherings and loved Christmastime. She made the holidays very memorable for all.  Lori adored her two nieces Tara and Kala where she treated them like her own daughters and always made them feel special.  She liked home decorating and DIY projects.  Lori dedicated a lot of time taking care of her elderly mother and anyone that needed support. 

Lori was preceded in death by her husband Frank T. DeRosa of Monongahela, her father James D. Matheson of California and brother-in-law Justin J. Kuvinka of California. 

Left to cherish her memory are her mother, Lillian Kurtz Matheson, sister Sheryl Matheson and brother-in-law Kenny Baird, sister Terri Kuvinka, all of California; two nieces, Tara Dieteman and her husband Michael of West Newton and niece Kala Kuvinka of California; her stepson Al DeRosa and wife Amy of Monongahela, several step grandchildren, cousins, family members, and friends. 

She will be remembered as a vibrant, caring, independent woman, who was full of wisdom and selflessness. She will be loved and missed dearly as she was the backbone of her family. 

In lieu of flowers or gifts sent to family, Lori’s last wish is for anyone who can, donate to: Washington Area Humane Society at https://washingtonpashelter.org

Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mariscotti Funeral Home, Inc., Anthony N. Mariscotti, supervisor, 323 fourth Street, California, PA 15419

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