James Michael Santello, Jr., age 86, of Donora, PA, passed away Friday, April 5, 2024, at his home with his loving family by his side.

He was born June 6, 1937 in New. Eagle, PA,  the son of the late James Santello and the late Ann Santello.

James retired 22 years ago from USX Clairton Works where he was employed for 28 years as a machine operator.

He loved to walk in the park, garden, play with his cat Sprinkles, and dancing with his beloved wife.

In addition to his parents James was preceded in death by his First wife, Aurelie Adamcik Santello; stepdaughter, Rosemary Domenick; a daughter, Maria Natali; a son, Anthony "Tony" Santello; and a sister, Anna Marie Santello

Surviving to cherish his memory are his wife of 32 years, Irene Steiner Pienkowski Santello; stepchildren, Michael Pienkowski and Thomas (Kathy) Pienkowski ; grandchildren, Matthew (Christina) Pienkowski; Laura (Jason) Swinchock and Jenna Domenick, Brad Natali, and Ryan (Arelle) Natali; a son-in-law John Domenick great grandchildren, Dominic, Annabella, and Christian; and his cat Sprinkles. In addition the Steiner family; and a brother Ron Santello.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Anthony L. Massafra Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Inc., 40 Second Street Extension, Donora, PA 15033 (724) 379-6900. Private visitation and funeral services were held at the families request.

Interment followed at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Monongahela, PA

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