NORMA DOWNEY Obituary
Age 79, of Windgap, unexpectedly on Saturday, January 30, 2010. Dear wife of James "Uppy" Downey; beloved mother of Eugene (Eugenia) Papst, Michael and Mary Ann Papst, and Joan (Edward) Potts; nine grandchildren; sister of the late Ruth, Dorothy, Walter, Gordon and Althea; also survived by nieces and nephews. Norma Jean was an active member of the Society of Red Hat Ladies, former employee of Mellon Bank for over 25 years, mental health counselor for over 20 years and a past board member of Leo Meyer Manor. NO VIEWING. Family and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Monday In St. John of God Parish, St. Mary's Worship Site, where she was an active volunteer. Norma Jean was also an active volunteer at the Church of the Ascension. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Arrange- ments by the SCHEPNER - McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, Crafton. Call funeral home for Mass time, 412-921-3661.
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Michael Ivosevic
February 2, 2010
My deepest sympathies for your loss. Your Mom will be sorely missed as one of our regular volunteers in the parish community of ST John of God.
Our prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Mike Ivosevic and Family
Joy Werl
February 1, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about the death of Mrs. Downey. I am the daughter (Joy) of Catherine Wagner who lives next door to the Downey's. I remember talking with her about a year ago. She showed me her red hats and told me about belonging to the Red Hat Ladies. She was very friendly and sweet. I would have liked to get to know her better. I live in Penn Hills. I know that she will be missed by Mr. Downey, their children & grandchildren.
Jim McCombs
February 1, 2010
Jim, Kay and I were very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jim and Kay McCombs
Kennedy Travelers
February 1, 2010
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ferenc family
February 1, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sadness.
Muha Family
February 1, 2010
Our condolences go out to you and your family, may Norma Jean rest in peace.
Colleen Gornak
February 1, 2010
Mary Ann and family, my deepest sympathy for your sudden loss. You are all in my prayers and thoughts. I am sad for you because I know how you feel and how great a mother/best friend is. I will always be around if you need to talk.
love colleen gornak
Don and Marjean Chamberlin
January 31, 2010
Jim and Family sorry to hear about Jean. Our sympathies go out to you and your family.
January 31, 2010
Joan and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. How suddenly she was taken from you. Remember that she is still with you and your children in every venture that you undertake. Talk to her - she will listen and guide you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen Petruny
Bill Nickles
January 31, 2010
Jim & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your family at this time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Donna and Bill Nickles
January 31, 2010
Jim and Family I was so sorry to hear about Jean. My sympathy to you and the family. She was a really nice and caring Lady who will be missed. Keep the good memories close at heart it helps to ease the pain. I will keep you all in my prayers. Peggy O'Laughlin Harkins
January 31, 2010
Mary Ann and Family,
My deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your mom. She was such a super lady. May God grant her eternal rest and let His light shine over all of you during this difficult time.
Beth
Eileen Downey
January 31, 2010
Jim & Family,
My heartfelt sympthy goes out to all of you. Jean was a good and loving wife , mother and Grandmother. I would like to be able to be with you at this time, but know that my thoughts & prayers are with you.
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