Hermitage, PA - Jean D. Buczek, 92, of Hermitage passed away the morning of June 10, 2026, at Hermitage Nursing and Rehabilitation.

Jean was born Dec. 12, 1933, in New Castle. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Sharek) Preisnar.

She was married to the late John J. Buczek. They were married for 54 years.

Jean was Roman Catholic and attended Holy Spirit Parish.

She was a graduate of New Castle High School, class of 1951.

Mrs. Buczek worked for several years as an operator with the local Bell Telephone Company. She continued working with numerous local agencies, like the Mercer County Community Action Agency.

Jean enjoyed singing with the Shenango Valley Chorale, listening to polkas and gardening. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends, especially her granddaughters, Chloe and Addy.

Jean is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Michelle L. (Jason) Stevens of Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania; and two grandchildren, Chloe and Addison Stevens.

Mrs. Buczek was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John Buczek; and daughter, Debbie Knis.

Visitation will be 9 to 10 a.m. Monday, June 15, 2026, at Noga Funeral Home, Inc. 1142 S. Mill St., New Castle.

A procession will leave the funeral home at 10:30 a.m. for Holy Spirit Parish-St. Vitus site. Rev. Benjamin Barr, pastor of Holy Spirit Parish, will officiate. Rite of Committal and burial will be in Ss. Philip and James Cemetery.

Online condolences may be viewed or offered by visiting www.nogafuneralhome.com