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Joanne McLaughlin Obituary
Joanne M. McLaughlin, 75, of Waynesburg, died at 8:17 p.m. Tuesday, October 8, 2019, in her home.
She was born Wednesday, March 15, 1944, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late John McLaughlin and Margaret Gallagher McLaughlin.
Joanne was a volunteer for Greene County Meals on Wheels and was a supporter of the Bowlby Public Library. She was an avid bridge player, a member of the Bunco Club and loved tennis. Joanne was a patron of the arts, including the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, and was a devoted grandmother.
She worked as an elementary school teacher in Central Greene School District for more than 30 years.
Surviving are a daughter, Leanna (Rich) Anderson of Mars; a son, Bernie (Teri) Martinelli of Mechanicsburg; four grandsons, Alex Martinelli, Drew Martinelli, Luke Anderson and Jake Anderson; a sister, Margery (Nathan) Cobb of Cambridge, Mass.; and a nephew, Ethan (Laura) Cobb.
Deceased are a sister, Elizabeth McLaughlin, and a brother, John "Little J" McLaughlin.
It was Joanne's request to have no public visitation, but to have a celebration of life. There will be a public lunch event to celebrate her life at noon Saturday, November 9, in Rohanna's Restaurant, 1005 Rolling Meadows Road, Waynesburg. Arrangements are entrusted to Milliken and Throckmorton Funeral Home Inc., Daryl L. Throckmorton, owner/director, 197 North Maiden Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370.
Additional information is available at www.milliken-throckmortonfh.com.
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Tom and Reinette Jackovic
October 31, 2019
So sorry to hear the news of JoAnne's passing. She was a delight to work with as a volunteer and any group she was a part of benefited from her smile and positive attitude.
Karen Eisiminger
October 16, 2019
So very sorry, Leanna, and family!
Sherry Crandall
October 12, 2019
Sorry for your loss.
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