James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Obituaries | The Tube City Almanac | October 06, 2025

Lawrence Mascara, age 88 of North Huntingdon passed away October 6, 2025, with his loved ones by his side. He was born December 22, 1936, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Phillip and Theresa Falvo Mascara. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Donald (Josie) Mascara, Eugene (Rose) Mascara, Phillip (Amy) Mascara, Joseph (Jan) Mascara, Ernie Mascara, sister Nancy (Joe) Goerl and brother-in-law Tom Conroy. He was the beloved Husband of Janice (Russo) Mascara: father of Luann Deak, Anthony (Tony) P. Mascara (Jamie), Richard (Rick) Mascara (Bita). He is also survived by his sisters-in-law Maria Mascara, Gail Conroy and Beth (Terry) Loomis, brother-in-law, Joseph (Moni) Russo, Grandchildren: Nichole, Carly, Haylee, Anna and Iyla, great grandchildren, Araya, Braylon, Paislee, Gyanna and Christopher, numerous nieces, and nephews. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army and a lifelong member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 66 and a member of St. Agnes Church. He will be remembered most for the deep love and pride he had for his family—each and every one of them held a special place in his heart. When you walked into his home, you were instantly treated like family, welcomed with warmth and a true sense of belonging. He gave the best hugs anyone could ever receive, comforting, genuine, and unforgettable. God blessed him with a remarkable musical talent, he shared his gift freely with anyone who wanted to listen, filling hearts and his home with the sounds of his piano, accordion, and harmonica. Friends will be received at the JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME , 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Thursday from 2-8 p.m. A funeral mass will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon with interment to follow at Calvary Cemetery in Hazelwood. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital for his love of children. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
Originally published October 06, 2025.
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