Cadillac hearses gathered today for what was going to be one of the most unique funeral service anybody has ever seen.
Reverend Elmer Kacinko participated in conducting a funeral this morning for Madeline Romell, a woman who was killed on Good Friday. She was struck by a car outside St. Maurice Catholic Church. The twist is that Reverend Kacinko was driving the car that struck her and ultimately led to her death.
The family of Mrs. Romell welcomed Rev. Kacinko’s participation in the somber event. They even embraced him during his visitations.
Four other people were injured in the accident and three of them attended the funeral. Anita Schockling of North Braddock arrived in a wheelchair. Her husband, Bill, was not able to attend as he remains in serious condition at UPMC Mercy. Nancy Del Presto sang in the choir for the service. Donna Rossi of North Huntington read a poem that her son wrote.
Three other priests were also involved in the ceremony. Reverend John W. Skirtich spoke and said it was “a day of sadness but also great joy” because Mrs. Romell was a woman that had a strong faith in God.
Keep those families in your thoughts and prayers during these difficult and trying times.
