Concetta J. "Connie" Hvizdak, 97, a longtime resident of New Castle, PA and Aventura, FL, passed away early Sunday morning, October 29, 2023, in the Retreat at Canton, Georgia.

Mrs. Hvizdak was born December 2, 1925, in Youngstown, OH, a daughter of the late Giovanni "John" and Lucia (Pezenti) LaVolpe.

A homemaker, Connie devoted her life to caring for her family and their home. She had a passion for traveling the world and made many dear friends along the way. She loved bringing her experiences and stories home to share with her family. Connie also enjoyed taking trips to the casino with friends and family.

Connie was of the Catholic faith.

Her husband, William C. Hvizdak, whom she married June 25, 1944, preceded her in death on January 25, 2016.

Connie is survived by five sons, William "Bill" Hvizdak, New Smyrna Beach, FL, Dennis Hvizdak (Karen), Cartersville, GA, Richard Hvizdak, Pittsburgh, PA, Perry Hvizdak, Edinburg, PA, and Rodney Hvizdak (Renee), Woodstock, GA; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Eleanor Cushing, of Georgia, and Jenny Sweeney, of Arizona.

In addition to her husband and parents, Connie was preceded in death by a son, John David Hvizdak; an infant daughter; a granddaughter, Katherine "Katie" Hvizdak; four sisters, Mary, Carmella, Antoinette, and Yolonda; a brother, Carl; and daughter-in-law, LeeAnn Hvizdak.

In keeping with her wishes, there will be no viewing.

A graveside service will be held at noon on Saturday (11-4-23) in St. James Cemetery at Villa Maria with Deacon John Carran, officiating.

Interment: St. James Cemetery, Villa Maria.