Valerie Jean Mendrola

Valerie Jean Mendrola, 60, of Washington, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 23, 2023, in Washington Hospital due to complications of lung disease. She was born on June 11, 1963, in Pittsburgh, the daughter of Gerald P. “Jerry” Gona and the late Bonnie Lewis Gona, beloved stepdaughter of Mary Ann McKenna Gona. Left behind to cherish her memory are her children, John and Stephanie M. Mendrola, of Washington; beloved sister of Gloria (Frank) Mihellis, Michael Gona (Heather) and Erin (T.J.) Rebish; nephews, Dylan Pruni, Ryan and Troy Rebish; niece of Margaret Ann and Daniel Talany; cousin of Bryan (Theresa) and Jenny Talany; and treasured friend of Marie Hilbert Keblish, Donna Hunger, and Stacey Orr Popp. Valerie was preceded in death by her beloved Mom, Bonnie Gona; her grandparents, Walt and Esthel Lewis, Sam and Millie DiPippa, and step grandparents, Raymond and Mae McKenna. Valerie was a graduate of Keystone Oaks High School, class of 1981. She was a great animal lover, and they all loved her, especially her dogs Tanner and Marley. She enjoyed going to the Washington County Fair. Val loved to vacation with her family especially to Mexico and cruise and have fun with her wonderful Dad. Val enjoyed music, one of her favorites was Bob Seger, while having a “black Russian”! She will be missed by all who knew her. Family and friends will be received Sunday, October 29, 2023, 2-8 pm, in William G. Neal Funeral Homes, Ltd., 925 Allison Avenue, Washington, PA 15301, where a blessing service will be held at 12pm, Monday, October 30th. Interment will follow in St. Adalbert Cemetery.