Martha Jane (Zilafro) Keasey, 89, of Butler, PA passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 2, 2020.
She was born on August 15, 1930 in Parker, PA to Joseph Allen Zilafro and Ethel (Stewart) Zilafro Bartley. She attended school in West Freedom and was a 1948 graduate of Parker City High School.
Martha married Howard L. Keasey on May 23, 1949 in Cumberland, MD. She worked as a bookkeeper in the Butler offices of both Central Chemical Corporation and Spang & Company.
She loved spending time with her grandchildren, dining out, shopping, and traveling. Martha possessed a strong work ethic and enjoyed yard work and looking after her home. She also cherished long-lasting friendships with many of her neighbors. She was a charter member of Faith United Presbyterian Church.
Martha is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Suzanne and Matthew Edinger of North Easton, MA and by two beloved grandchildren, Madison and Callen Edinger.
In addition to her parents, Martha was preceded in death by her husband; a daughter, Kathleen Ann Keasey; and her brothers James, Joseph, and John Zilafro.
Arrangements are entrusted to Thompson-Miller Funeral Home in Butler, PA. Due to the many restrictions imposed during the current pandemic, there will be no public visitation.
Interment will be in North Side Cemetery in Butler, PA.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Martha’s memory may be made to the American Lung Association of PA., 810 River Ave # 140, Pittsburgh, PA 15212.
Online condolences can be given at www.thompson-miller.com.