The Carbone Family and Staff are deeply saddened by the passing of retired owner Natale “Buz” Carbone’s wife Elizabeth. She was the Sister-in-Law and Aunt to the current owners Natalie Carbone Mangini and her children Vanessa Hooper, Natalie Stefanick, Vince Mangini, and Melissa Orlosky. Elizabeth "Betty" (McKlveen) Carbone, 80, of Crabtree, passed away peacefully Friday, August 19, 2016, surrounded by family and friends after a long and heroic battle with cancer. She was born April 5, 1936, in Latrobe, the only daughter of the late Eugene F. and Helen Marie Szabo McKlveen. Betty was a graduate of Latrobe High and also completed studies at Latrobe Hospital to become a registered nurse, where she worked in the delivery room. She married Natale J. Carbone III on June 20, 1959. Betty was walked down the aisle by her adoptive 90 year old grandfather, Glenn Grant Vance. She was a member of St. Bartholomew Church in Crabtree. She had many interests; she was an avid antique collector, she became a life master of Bridge, she loved her gardens and was a past officer of the Greensburg Garden Club. Chautauqua, N.Y., was her favorite place, where she served as the live in hostess of their women's club for many years. Betty loved people, traveling and entertaining. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her adoptive mother, Alberta V. Rogers; and her son, Natale J. Carbone IV. She is survived by her loving husband Natale (Buz) Carbone III and adoptive sister Harriett (Susie) Rogers, daughter Beth (John) Evangeliste, grandchildren Helen Evangeliste, Emma (Charles) Roka, great-grandchild Gabriel. Son Richard (Bernadette) Carbone grandchildren Christopher and Steven Carbone; a sister in law, Natalie Mangini; several nieces and nephews and her beloved cat Bailey. Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate the life of Betty from 3 to 8 p.m. Friday in the CLEMENT L. PANTALONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 409 W. Pittsburgh St., Greensburg, PA 15601, 724-837-0020. Parting prayers will be held at a time to be announced Saturday in the funeral home, followed by a funeral Mass to be celebrated at a time to be announced in the St. Bartholomew Church, with Father Justin Matro, OSB, celebrating. Interment will be private. The family would like to thank all the Excela Health Hospice staff who cared for Betty. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Excela Health Home Care and Hospice, 134 Industrial Park Road, Suite 1600, Greensburg, PA 15601. Betty's family has entrusted her care to the Pantalone Funeral Home Inc., Greensburg. To share your memories and photos, offer your condolences or for directions, please visit us at www.pantalone.com <http://www.pantalone.com/>. Natale N. Pantalone, supervisor.
In honor of founder Nat Carbone's birthday we want to give you a prize. Today Nat Carbone would have been 112 years old. To celebrate his birthday we would like to give a prize to the first person who can name some of Nat's siblings. Relatives can confirm the correct answer only.
Fireworks and parking reminder for tonight.
Carbone's will be closing at 8:00pm on Saturday, July 16, 2016 so that our staff and patrons can enjoy the Saint Bartholomew Church of Crabtree's Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Festival fireworks that begin at 10:30pm.
Due to the number of festival patrons that will be coming to see the fireworks, Carbone's Restaurant the the Crabtree Volunteer Fire Department have developed a system to ensure that the restaurant patrons have ample parking while they enjoy their meal.
When you enter our parking lots the firemen will collect $5 from each car. Once inside the restaurant, you will be given a $5 parking voucher that you must hand to a fireman to receive your money back. This process ensures that our patrons will have free parking.
Of course, you may decide to donate your your $5. The donations will benefit the Crabtree Volunteer Fire Department to support their hard work ensuring the safety of the residents of Crabtree and the surrounding local communities. — at Carbone's Restaurant.
Treat Mom to a meal at Carbone's Restaurant for Mother's Day. We will be open from 12 noon to 5:00pm. Our full menu will be available to choose from. Reservations are encouraged for seating on the hour. Please call Natalie at 724-834-3430 to make your reservation or on our website athttp://www.carbonesrestaurant.com/reservations/
Here is a video of the record holding bridge.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUN02XEtamE
Carbone's Restaurant Pasta Engineering Event 2011 Winning Bridge clips. This bridge held 109 pounds!!! Carbone's Restaurant, Crabtree, PA January 24, 2011
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PASTA ENGINEERING COMPETITION AT MARCH 7
LATROBE, PA – An engineering competition for area high school students, co-sponsored by Carbone’s Restaurant of Crabtree and the Herbert W. Boyer School of Natural Sciences, Mathematics and Computing at Saint Vincent College, will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, March 7 in the Fred M. Rogers Center.
The public is welcome to watch as miniature bridges made out of uncooked pasta are loaded with increasing weights until they collapse.
The Saint Vincent College Engineering Club is assisting with arrangements for this year’s competition according to club president Ande Greco.
Forty-one teams representing nine Westmoreland County high schools will participate in this year’s contest including Derry Area, Franklin Regional, Greensburg Central Catholic, Greensburg Salem, Hempfield Area, Jeannette, Norwin, Penn Trafford and Yough.
Judges for the competition will be Matt Burns of Gibson-Thomas Engineering, Melanie Berry of Michael Baker International and Dr. John Smetanka of Saint Vincent College.
The competition is designed to increase high school students’ awareness about the role engineering plays in their lives and the career opportunities in the field and to provide an opportunity for students to collaborate on the design and construction.
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For Information:
Don Orlando, Director, Public Relations
Saint Vincent College, 300 Fraser Purchase Road, Latrobe, PA 15650-2690
Phone 724 805-2010, FAX 724 805-2019, pr@stvincent.edu,www.stvincent.edu
Saint Vincent College | Quality Education in the Benedictine Tradition
Saint Vincent College, a top-ranked private liberal arts catholic college located in the Laurel Highland of PA, offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, as well as teaching certifications and cooperative programs in the health professions.
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Bridges are being built for the 2015 Pasta Engineering Contest.
Carbone's is once again proud to sponsor the contest. This engineering challenge is designed to increase high school students' awareness about design, fabrication and careers in engineering. The purpose is to have the students work together to determine the best strategy using the provided materials to design and construct the strongest bridge.
The competition and award presentation will take place on Monday, March 2nd, 2015 at 6:00 pm. At Saint Vincent College's Events and Conference Center at the Fred Rogers Center. Students, their parents, and everyone else are invited to join us for the judging of the bridges.
We are anxiously waiting to see who can build the bridge that will break the current record of 109 pounds set in 2011. If you want to see pictures of that bridge they are on our facebook page. Photos from the last two contests are on the Saint Vincent College flikr page.
Engineering professionals from local business along with a representative from Saint Vincent College will serve as judges.
BREAKING NEWS --- St Bartholomew's just announced the dates for this years Our Lady of Mt Carmel Festival.
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL FESTIVAL
JULY 16 - 19, 2015
Its time to put these dates on your calendar and tell your
family and friends. Many families plan their vacations to
come home this weekend for the tradition of the Crabtree
Festival.
Regarding the festival: “We are looking for a good DJ for
Saturday night of our parish festival. If you have a good
contact for an appropriate DJ, please contact Louisa
Wotus: lwotus@co.westmoreland.pa.us or 412-554-7313.
Try our new appetizer: Homemade Arancini ( rice balls )
$ 8.59
arborio rice mixed with Italian cheeses and
fried in a bread crumb coating
2014 Even though the fireworks tonight have been cancelled, the grounds are still open. Come on out and play some games and support St Bartholomew's Church. Carbone's Restaurant will be open. No rain date is scheduled per festival policy.
Fireworks and parking reminder for tonight.
Carbone's will be closing at 8:00pm on Saturday, July 19, 2014 so that our staff and patrons can enjoy the Saint Bartholomew Church of Crabtree's Our Lady Of Mount Caramel Festival fireworks that begin at 10:30pm.
Due to the number of festival patrons that will be coming to see the fireworks, Carbone's Restaurant the the Crabtree Volunteer Fire Department have developed a system to ensure that the restaurant patrons have ample parking while they enjoy their meal.
When you enter our parking lots the firemen will collect $5 from each car. Once inside the restaurant, you will be given a $5 parking voucher that you must hand to a fireman to receive your money back. This process ensures that our patrons will have free parking.
Of course, you may decide to donate your your $5. The donations will benefit the Crabtree Volunteer Fire Department to support their hard work ensuring the safety of the residents of Crabtree and the surrounding local communities. — at Carbone's Restaurant.
Carbone's is happy to announce our Lenten Features:
Homemade Haluski (Sauteed Green Cabbage and Noodles)
Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese
Homemade Potato and Cheese Pierogies
Homemade Lekvar (Prune) Pierogies
Carbone's Famous Pierogie Pizza
Fish Sandwich Dinner
Pecan Crusted Tilapia
They are available every day in Lent.
Due to the impending weather the Pasta Engineering Contest has been rescheduled for Monday, March 10, 2014. We would like to thank the students, teachers, Saint Vincent College and the community for their understanding. Please be safe and stay warm through the upcoming winter storm.
How has the new year been treating you? Is it time to treat yourself to some Carbone's Restaurant either come and eat with us and we will do the dishes or take some home and cuddle up by the fire.
The Carbone Family and Staff would like to thank everyone for making our 75th Anniversary week so special!
Our 75th Anniversary Celebration is fast approaching!
Join us November 11th through November 14th for a different event every day.
More details to follow, but here is a sneak peek:
spaghetti specials; pizza specials; 75 cent salads
and free birthday cupcakes!
Also, browse our 75th Anniversary commemorative merchandise! Carbone's logo pint glasses and pasta servers and tee shirts designed by local artist (and cousin) Raphael Pantalone!
Great homemade Italian food. Carbone's has been attracting hungry diners from all over Western Pennsylvania for more than 75 years. Generations of guests have been enjoying homemade recipes created by founders Nat and Mary Carbone since they first opened their cozy restaurant in 1938 in the first floor of the Crabtree community building. The original building may be gone, but not the delicious homemade food that has made Carbone's famous: spaghetti sauce; lasagna; gnocchi; ravioli; pizza; italian salad dressing; onion rings; beef braciole; eggplants; chicken and veal parmigianas; Caruso sauce; pepperoni sauce and many more. Did you know that Carbone's has a large banquet room that is just perfect for your special celebration? Choose from Full Service, Buffet or Family Style menus. Carbone's is available for breakfast meetings, luncheons, and business meetings upon request. Contact Natalie for more information.
2582 State Route 119
PO Box C
Crabtree, PA 15624
+1 (724) 834-3430
http://www.carbonesrestaurant.com
Store Hours:
Mon-Thu: 4:30-8:30
Fri-Sat: 4:30-9:30
Available for luncheons and Sunday banquets.
