Faustina Jakela Obituary
The family announces the passing of Faustina Jakela (Donora, Pennsylvania) on July 25, 2026. Faustina, born on January 4, 1938, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Faustina Jakela to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Joseph A. Amatangelo, Sr. and Immaculata Amatangelo (Pulcini); and her siblings, Ernest, Robert, Joseph Amatangelo, Jr., Rose Lorenzo, Josephine DiSantis, Carmella DeSanto, Mary Louise Tirpak and Dolores Forty.
She is survived by: her husband Frank "Fritz" Jakela, Jr.; her children, Jay F. Jakela (Jhon J. Hernandez) of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, James K. Jakela (Chauntay) of Washington, PA and Judi M. Rongaus (Todd) of South Park; her grandchildren, James K. Jakela, Jr., Christopher J. Jakela, Stefanie Nicole Godfrey (Nate), Aidan F. Rongaus, Ava Grace Rongaus and Chase F. Davenport (Chani); her great grandchild Bella Mae-Grace; her sister Marlene Perok of Michigan; and her sister-in-law Jeanne Amatangelo of Erie. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to St. Andrew the Apostle Parish or to the Donora Senior Center in Faustina's name.
