Georgie Funk Obituary
On Friday, August 7, 2009 after a brief illness. Born on November 3, 1931, growing up in Punxsutawney, PA, Ann developed a love of education and literature. She earned a degree in secondary English education at Indiana State Teachers College, and a Masters in Education from Penn State. She began her career at Mellon Junior High School in Mt. Lebanon in 1952. Her career led to many other places including Robert College in Istanbul, where she worked in several capacities, falling in love with Turkey and the Turkish people. After returning in 1970 Ann taught English at Mt. Lebanon High School. She enjoyed working with students with a wide range of interest and ability, teaching many different courses and retired in 1994. For many years she also served as the sponsor of the school yearbook. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 15 at 11AM at Beinhauer Funeral Home, 2828 Washington Road, McMurray, 724-941-3211. Ann is survived by her sister Emily Streck of Dallas, TX, her nephew Kurt and great- niece Hannah of Rockdale, TX, cousins Marianne Neal and Meagan Concannon of Pittsburgh and many friends from around the world. In lieu of flowers please direct contributions to the Salvation Army 700 N. Bell Ave. P.O. Box 742 Carnegie, PA 15106. Please add or view tributes at www.beinhauerfamilyservices.com
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Beth Kracklauer
September 2, 2009
Ann Funk was my 10th grade honors English teacher and my mentor on the yearbook staff. She taught me to write and to think critically; she passed along books that weren't on our reading list; she made me feel smarter and, ultimately, be smarter. Her independence, her candor, her sharp wit, and the stories of her travels made a deep impression on me and certainly expanded my notions about the sort of person I could grow up to be.
August 17, 2009
Ann was the "go to" gal in the English department. Whenever one had a question about grammar, convention, etc., Ann was consulted because of her expertise. I so enjoyed her quick wit and admired her clear understanding of issues. She was indeed special. My sympathies to her family.
Faye Cohen, Pittsburgh, Pennslvania
Jeanne Persuit
August 13, 2009
Ms. Funk was my AP English teacher and our yearbook (the Log) sponsor. She was one of the most influential teachers I've ever had and her influence continues to impact my own teaching. My deepest sympathy to her family and friends.
Patsy Evans
August 11, 2009
"Ann was a dear friend for almost forty years. I will miss her so very much. My deepest sympathy to her family and all her many friends." Patsy Evans ( Mt. Lebanon, PA)
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Joseph Mascetta
August 11, 2009
Ann was truly a gifted teacher and a valued staff member. She was often memtioned as the most influential teacher in a student's career at Mt. Lebanon High School. I valued her as fellow teacher and as a member of my faculty at Mt. Lebanon High School.
Nikki Topa
August 11, 2009
I remember Ms. Funk very fondly to this day. She was absolutely one of my favorite teachers whose teachings have remained with me to this day. My deepest sympathies and condolences to her family and friends. May you take comfort in knowing how many lives she truly enriched.
August 9, 2009
Ann was an excellent teacher whose students will always remember her.
Deepest Sympathy to her family and friends.
August 9, 2009
Georgia Ann was a classmate in Punxsutawney High School, a good friend and educator as well. She made a difference and will be missed.
Paul Lowell Peoples(Michigan)
Bru and Barbara
August 9, 2009
Ann's intelligence and wit attracted people. Her graciousness held many of them them as friends. We will miss her.
Karen & Mehmet Tumay
August 9, 2009
A dear friend--over the years and over
the miles--since l965. A true friend,
a dear companion. Ann bridged cultures
and generations and did so with good
humor and optimism. She was the visitor we were always sorry to see go.
A journey with Ann always turned into
an adventure. There is an empty place
where she ought to be.
Pat Collage
August 9, 2009
Ann was a very special person to me. I admired her as a colleague at Mt. Lebanon High School and as a friend until the day she died. She was one of the most genuine, generous and funny women I know. She had lasting friendships with people of all ages, I will miss her not being in my life
Pat Collage
August 9, 2009
Ann brought joy and spirit to our family for many years and we cared for her deeply.
Tom and Maggie Posey
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