Ella Marie Wilson

Ella Marie Wilson, 58, passed away peacefully Thursday, April 28, 2016, at Forbes Hospital in Monroeville. She was born July 1, 1957, in McKeesport, daughter of the late John F. and Ethel Kristufek Wilson. In addition to her parents, Ella was preceded in death by her beloved brother, James Wilson; and niece, Lydia Wilson. She is survived by brothers, John Jr. (Beverly), with whom she resided, and Robert, of White Oak; sister-in-law, Audra; nephews, Grant and Alec; and niece, Lily Wilson, all of Bethel Park. Ella was employed at Vocational Business Alliance, McKeesport, prior to her retirement in 2012. She was a longtime fan of the Steelers and pro wrestling. She greatly enjoyed bowling and dancing with her friends at MYARC. Special thanks to her devoted caregiver, Tamika Olverson, and to our extended family and friends. The family also thanks the staff at Forbes Hospital for their caring and compassion. Friends will be received from 2 to 8 p.m. Sunday at STRIFFLERS OF WHITE OAK CREMATION AND MORTUARY SERVICES INC., 1100 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131 (Sue Striffler Galaski, supervisor, 412-678-6177). Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Monday in St. Angela Merici Church with Father Kevin Dominik officiating. Burial will follow. Donations in Ella's memory may be made to Little Sisters of the Poor, 1028 Benton Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212; and White Oak Animal Safe Haven, 2295 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131. Condolences may be made at www.strifflerfuneralhomes.com.