JOHN PROVEN Obituary
Age 89 of McCandless passed away on June 10, 2010. Chip was born January 20, 1921 in Bellevue PA. He graduated from McKees Rocks High School at the age of 16 and attended the University of Pittsburgh with full academic scholarship, and graduated in 1941 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Following graduation, he was employed by U.S Steel until 1943 when he enlisted in the US Army. He served during WWII as Captain in the Army Air Force Technical Training Command in Guam. In 1947 Chip began work for the Frank Bryan, Inc., a family owned subcontracting and excavating company which was founded by his grandfather. He worked there for 40 years, retiring in 1987. In 1949, he met & married Catherine "Katie" Miller, with whom he had three children; John G. (Barbara) Proven, Susan P. (David) Payne, & Bryan R. (Janet) Proven. He is the grandfather of John& Matthew Proven, Bryan& Laura Proven, David & Sarah Payne & Susan (Payne) Phillips; and Great Grandfather of 7. He is preceded in death by his sister Grace E. Proven. John was a 60 year+ member of the Trinity Cathedral, 50 yr member of North Hills Lodge #716 F&A., member of Scottish Rite/Syria Temple, the Royal Order Jester Court #2 and NACO Caravan #19 and was also a longtime member of Highland Country Club. Friends will be received on Saturday 7-9pm and Sunday 2-4 & 7-9pm at the H.P. BRANDT FUNERAL HOME, INC. 1032 Perry Hwy. Ross Twp. 412-364-4444. A funeral service will be held Monday at 10am in the Trinity Cathedral, 325 Oliver Ave. Pittsburgh PA 15222. (EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH) Memorial Donations may be made to the Trinity Cathedral.
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Marilyn LeDonne
June 15, 2010
John:
I was sorry to hear that your Dad passed away, I always enjoyed his company in years gone by, his wit and humor! When I drive past the house on Cumberland, I always think of your family. Take care.
Marilyn White LeDonne
June 14, 2010
Dear Katie, Susan, John, Bryan and families, I am so sad at your father's passing and feel for you in this time of sorrow. I am sorry I could not attend the service at church today ,but am so glad I got a chance to see you all once again and meet your families. I would appreciate one of you contacting me because I want to be of some help.
Pam Conway
Etzie' daughter.
June 14, 2010
Katie
You and Chip attended my wedding on June 13, 1998. You painted the most beautiful rose vase for our wedding gift that I cherish. I am so sorry for your loss, but am comforted that Pap and his good friend are entering the gates of heaven together. I know my family treasures the memories of these two legends.
Don Boyle's grandaughter Stacey Hays
June 14, 2010
Susan
My deepest sympathies on the loss of your father.
Debbie Hoolahan Pegher
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June 13, 2010
Katie, just heard the sad, sad news about Chip. What a great man he was and great couple you were. He will be missed. Our hearts are with you and yours Katie, and God Bless you all. Barb Wanner
June 12, 2010
Dear Katie,
I rememberr Chip and you so well from HCC. Please accept my condolences. I lost my husband Vaughn on Mar.2 of this year so I know your loss.
Nola Campbell
June 12, 2010
Katie,
So sorry to hear of Chip's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Following are some words that may be of comfort to you.
"And when the stream which overflowed the soul was passed away,a conscions-ness remained that it had left,deposit-ed upon the silent shore of memory, images and precious thoughts, that shall not die, and cannot be destroyed. (Wadsworth) Noel & Ione Dorwart
June 12, 2010
my dear friends, please accept my deepest sympathy in your loss. i will miss chips smile and will remember him always. i know he is singing in heaven now as he did so many years ago. may GOD bless his soul. love, bill kaiser
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