Calling Hours:
Tuesday, November 16, 2021, 10:00am-12:00pm
Gathering Space of St. Michael Roman Catholic Church
85 N. High St., Greenville, PA
Mass of Christian Burial:
Tuesday, November 16, 2021, 12:00pm
St. Michael Roman Catholic Church
85 N. High St., Greenville, PA
Rev. Christopher Barnes, Pastor, as celebrant
Greenville VFW Post #3374 will render military honors
at the conclusion of the Mass.
David J. Muscarella, Jr., age 66, of Hubbard OH, passed away Thursday evening, November 11, 2021 in UPMC Jameson, due to complications of COVID-19.
He was born in Farrell, PA on November 27, 1954 to David J. and Mert (Zarecky) Muscarella. He was a 1973 graduate of Reynolds High School and served in the U.S. Marine Corp. Dave was employed for thirty years as an Iron Worker and in Construction, working in the local area and Las Vegas, NV. In addition, he had been the owner of Muscarella Vitamins in Hermitage for several years. He was a member of St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church, Hubbard, OH. Dave had been active in karate for forty years and was a 5th Degree Black Belt and held the title of Shihan with Kyokushin Karate U.S.A.I.F.K. He was also an avid outdoorsman. On July 28, 2011 he married the former Carolyn J. (Kennedy) Pozzuto, she survives.
Also surviving is his daughter, Amy E. Muscarella of Warren, OH, three step-children, Emily S. Carlton and her husband Dan of Pittsburgh, Lisa A. DeWitt and her husband Jeremy of New Castle and Nicole M. Pozzuto of Pittsburgh, his mother, Mert Muscarella of Greenville, a sister, Monica Moore and her husband David of Oil City, three brothers, Donald Muscarella and his wife Cheryl of Sweatwater, TN, Greg Muscarella and his wife Vicki of Greenville and Gary Muscarella and his wife Lori of Coopersburg, PA and three grandchildren, Olivia DeWitt, Silas DeWitt and Vivienne DeWitt. He was preceded in death by his father and an infant brother, Michael Muscarella.
Memorial contributions may be made to Keystone Blind Association, 3056 E. State St. Hermitage, PA 16148. Arrangements have been entrusted to Loutzenhiser-Jordan Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 366 S. Main St., Greenville, PA.
Carolyn,
We are so sorry for your loss. Dave was such a good person, funny, giving, and kind. We will miss him. When you get a chance, please send us your address and your phone number.
With heartfelt condolences,
Jim Weise and Mary Pitman
My deepest sympathy goes to Dave’s entire family. Dave was a great person, solid friend, and very proud father. For years, I saw his impact on the children he trained in martial arts. He always impressed me with his patience and passion for helping children. What I will miss most is his sense of humor. I never knew what he would say next. But, he always brightened my day. He made you feel like you were more than friends,…like family. People like him are hard to come by.
Meets I’m so sorry to hear about Dave . Take care God Bless you all.
May God bless your whole Muscarella Family on this sad occasion.. I grew up in the Reynolds/Greenville area and reside now in Va. I remember well your family from St. Michael’s. I am very sorry for your loss.
Condolences to All of Dave’s Family. The Friday evening of Our class was good to see and talk with Him. Bonnie & Clyde
Sending prayers so very sorry for your loss, Dave was a great man and friend mentor to so many.
My deepest sympathies to the family. Dave was one of the first friends I made when I moved to the area in 1972 we reunited in the last few years and spent time fishing together on Lake Erie. You could always count on having a good day on the lake when Dave was aboard.
To the Muscarella family I offer my deepest condolences to all the family . I only had the honor to meet Shihan a few times but I also remember his pleasant smile and his great spirit.
So very sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. He was always such a nice person when we went to school together. May God comfort you during this time of sadness.
Mary Ella Young
Such a great loss to his family, friends and community. I am so glad I knew him and could call him a friend. He was always passionate about sharing his knowledge, yet took the time to teach and not lecture – especially with kids. My whole family was saddened to hear of his passing. God bless.
We were classmates at RHS. So very sorry for your loss. The picture tribute was beautifully done and represents his love for fun, kindness and love for family. Prayers of comfort for you all.
Carolyn, we are sincerely holding you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. I remember how happy you were when you dropped by my Dad’s that day with Lesley, and how positive you’ve always been online!
I’m sure that smile and positivity is what brought David and you together, and created the happiness that you shared as one.
Love to you and your family always!
Bart and Family
Dear Carolyn: I am so very sorry for your loss. Paula and I send our condolences. Thinking of you, cousin.
Carolyn, so sorry to hear about your loss. Dave was a great guy and will be missed by all. Karen and I send you our condolences. Dom and Karen Johnjulio
Carolyn, we are so very sorry! Dave was an exceptional human being. Strong, funny, kind and always willing to help
He will be greatly missed. Many prayers
To all Daves Family I’m so sorry to hear about his passing, deepest sympathies to all, may he rest in peace….
Monica – so sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. Sending thoughts of comfort at this most difficult time.