Esther Rega Obituary

Esther "Dolly" Rega, 95, a resident of Newhaven Court, Greensburg, formerly of Jeannette, passed away Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025, in the Westmoreland Hospital, Greensburg. She was born April 30, 1930, in Jeannette, the daughter of the late Charles and Goldie (Williams) Caesar. Prior to her retirement, Dolly was an executive secretary for the former Westmoreland Glass Co. in Grapeville and also worked with the bridal registry in the former Kaufmann's Department Store in Greensburg. She was a member of the Ascension Church, Jeannette. Dolly enjoyed going to the casinos, playing cards, pinochle, and poker, and loved traveling. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, Dolly was predeceased by her loving husband of 72 years, Dominick R. Rega, in 2024. She is survived by her son, Robert K. Rega, and wife, Susan, of Greensburg; a grandson, Robert Dominick Rega, of Boston, MA; a sister-in-law, Vermillia "LaLa" Dopkosky, and husband, Robert, of Latrobe; brothers-in-law, Pat Rega and wife, Drena, and Anthony D. DeNunzio Sr., all of Jeannette; a cousin, Joseph Caesar, of Jeannette; five nieces; and six nephews. Dolly's family would like to extend their heartfelt appreciation to the Newhaven Court nurses and staff for all of their kind and compassionate care. Friends will be received 4 to 8 p.m., Monday, Sept. 15, 2025, in JOHN V. GRAZIANO FUNERAL HOME INC., 228 North Second St., Jeannette. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025, in Ascension Church, with Fr. Michael Crookston as celebrant. Entombment will follow in the Twin Valley Memorial Park, Delmont.