Carmen C. Marranca
OBITUARY
Carmen C. Marranca, 69, of West Pittston, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township, after a brief illness. He and his wife, Mary Ann Halat Marranca, celebrated their 43rd wedding anniversary on September 11, 2025.
Born in Pittston, he was a son of the late Michael and Dolores Osticco Marranca. He was a graduate of Pittston Area High School, Class of 1974 and Kings College. For over 33 years, he was employed by State Workers’ Insurance Fund, Scranton. Carmen was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church, Pittston.
He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother-in-law, uncle and friend. He will be remembered for his love of family, his great sense of humor and being the life of the party. He enjoyed great food and dining at various restaurants. His pastimes were traveling, trips to the beach and a good game of golf. His memory will be a blessing to all who knew and loved him.
In addition to his loving and devoted wife, he is survived by his son, Michael (Stephanie); daughter, Gianna; granddaughters, Karamia, Ava, Natalia and Mila; mother-in-law, Josephine Halat; aunt, Fidelis Altobelli; brothers-in-law, John (Katie) Halat and Eddie (Marya) Halat; sister-in-law, Nancy (Joe) Tavaglione; nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Justine Carmela Marranca.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, March 28, 2026 in St. John the Evangelist Church, 35 William Street, Pittston. Interment will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Carverton.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects on Saturday at the church from 8:30 AM until the time of the mass.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Care and Concern Ministries c/o St. John the Evangelist Church, 35 William Street, Pittston, PA 18640.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Baloga Funeral Home, Inc. 1201 Main Street, Pittston (Port Griffith).
Carmen C. Marranca
March 22, 2026