Edward Notareschi, 92, of Bessemer, PA, passed away the night of January 25, 2015 at Golden Hill Nursing Home in New Castle. Born March 23, 1922 in San Angelo, Italy, he was a son of Adolph and Lucia Andreassi Notareschi. He was preceded in death on July 20, 1995 by his wife of 52 years, Josephine Calabrese Notareschi, whom he married April 14, 1943. Ed was a veteran of the Army, serving during World War II as a Corporal. He retired from Republic Steel in Youngstown, formerly LTV Steel, after 45 years of service. Among his many interests, Ed enjoyed watching football, wood crafting, hunting and fishing. His greatest enjoyment was spending time with family at birthday parties and other family gatherings. He was a member of Christ the King Parish. He is survived by two daughters, Marlene (Ed) Notareschi of West Pittsburg, PA, and Linda (Keith) Patterson of Ellwood City; one son, Edward (Kathy) Notareschi of Little River, SC; one sister, Rose Palvelko of Texas; 6 grandchildren who affectionately referred to Ed as "Po Po", Aaron Bartlone, Melissa Boston, Keith Patterson, Jeni Verdery, Jamie Notareschi, Rena Notareschi; and 17 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents and his wife, he was preceded in death by two grandsons, Nicholas Bartlone and Bradley Bartlone; one brother, Frank Notareschi; and one sister, Anna Grilli. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 29, from 11:00-1:00 at the R. Cunningham Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 2429 Wilmington Road, New Castle. A Blessing Service will take place immediately following visitation Thursday at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home with Fr. James A. Downs officiating. Military rites will be performed by the New Castle Area Honor Guard. Burial will be in St. Anthony's Cemetery. The obituary may be viewed and online condolences offered at www.cunninghamfh.com