On Friday, November 6, 2026. Daughter of the late Paul and Agnes Dusch. Wife of the late Gino Montani. Mother of Michael (Gina) Montani, Matthew (Jackie) Montani, Mitchell (Mary Ellen) Montani and Mark (Sherrill) Montani. Beloved friend of the late Aldo Cappelletti.

Grandmother of Christina Ballas, Melissa (Jason) Schnur, Victoria Montani, Jesse Montani, Mitchell (Rachel) Montani Jr. and Morgan (Donovan) Montani. Great-grandmother of Katerina Schnur. Sister of the late Paul (Maryann survives) Busch and William (Gerry survives) Dusch. Also survived by generations of nieces and nephews.

Dorothy grew up in the South Side section of Pittsburgh, and was known as “Bootsie” by her family and friends. She served God throughout her life with her involvement in the Catholic Church. She was a proud member and volunteer at St. Raphael the Archangel Parish (formerly St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish) in Carnegie. She taught CCD, sang in the choir and led widow grievance groups for several decades.

Dorothy was always on the go. She enjoyed an active social life that consisted of countless friends, church groups, dancing, trips to restaurants and carting her friends around. Wherever she was, a hot cup of coffee was required. In addition, she enjoyed listening to the radio, her pet parakeets and beloved Pittsburgh Sports teams.

The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to the caregivers at Bridges Hospice. A special thanks to Mary Jane Charitan for her unconditional friendship over the years.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the SZAFRANSKI-EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., where family and friends will be received on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 from 3:00pm - 7:00pm at 101 Third Street, Carnegie. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by family friend, Fr. Joseph Uzar, in St. Raphael the Archangel Parish, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 10:00AM. Following Mass, Dorothy will be laid to rest in next to her husband, Gino, in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Dorothy's name to:
The St. Raphael Food Pantry (at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church)
330 Third Ave.
Carnegie, PA 15106

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