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Florence A. "Flo" Kitis

Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory

Obituaries | The Tube City Almanac | March 11, 2026

Florence A. "Flo" Kitis, of Elizabeth passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026. She was born and raised in Perryopolis to the late John F. Russell, Sr., and the late Josephine (Obed) Russell. She was a member of Harmony Presbyterian Church in Belle Vernon, and served as a deacon for many years. Florence was a 1960 graduate of Frazier High School in Perryopolis, and then attended Grace Martin Business School in Pittsburgh. She worked at Bankers Litho Company for 10 years, and then as an office manager for Reshmi Eye Care Center before retiring. She is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, George Stephen Kitis; her two brothers, David W. Russell, Sr., and John F. Russell, Jr., of Warren OH; as well as her nieces, nephews, and great-nieces, and great-nephews. In addition to her parents, Florence is preceded in death by her niece, Dianne Russell. Friends are welcome Friday, March 13, 2026 from 2-4 & 6-8pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, PA 15135. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert & Samantha D. Murphy, directors. Funeral Service will be held Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 10:00am in the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow at the West Newton Cemetery. Condolences can be made at GilbertFuneralHomeandCrematory.com

Originally published March 11, 2026.

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