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Marie Begovich Obituary
Marie Johanna Hluszti Begovich, 92, passed away peacefully from this Earth and entered Heaven into the loving arms of her husband, Paul, Tuesday, December 31, 2019.
Marie was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and aunt. To know her was to love her, and her kind yet tough spirit will be missed by all.
Marie was born October 9, 1927, to the late Florian and Catherine Hluszti of Poland Mines. Marie was a longtime resident of Mather, though she loved spending time in Florida and Grindstone with her family.
She was a graduate of Mapletown High School. Marie enjoyed making crafts, and she was famous for her beautiful embroidered and crocheted projects. Marie was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan, never missing a chance to cheer on her team.
Marie worked as an Avon representative for more than 30 years. However, her greatest joy in life was being a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She devoted herself to making her family feel loved.
Marie was preceded in death by her husband, Paul; parents Florian and Catherine; daughter Rosemarie; brothers Frank, Joseph and Michael; sisters Anne, Eva, Kay, Mary, Regina, Rose and Vern; sons-in-law Bernard and William; and grandson Paul Alan.
Left to cherish her memory are her children, Paula (Daryl) Freeman-Flowers, Debra DeSimone and Paul (Ellen) Begovich Jr.; grandchildren William Freeman, Terri (Marc) Borchardt, Matthew (Stephanie) DeSimone and Melissa (Brian) Rizzo; great-grandchildren Emma DeSimone and Lucas Rizzo; sister Shirley Milush; numerous nieces, nephews and friends; and her beloved dog, Harley.
Friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, January 4, and from 2 to 8 p.m. Sunday, January 5, at Skirpan Funeral Home, 135 Park Street, Brownsville. A prayer service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday, January 6, in the funeral home followed by a Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. in St. Cecilia Roman Catholic Church, Grindstone, with the Rev. Fr. Timothy Kruthaupt as celebrant. Interment will follow at Jefferson Cemetery, Jefferson. www.skirpanfuneralhome.com
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Paul L Begovich
August 3, 2023
LOVE YA MOM!!!!
Woodrow Flowers
January 7, 2020
I still remember the first time we met Marie, it was at the wedding of my dad and Paula. She was a bubbly personality and full of energy with a smile that warmed the hearts of the people around her and of course myself and now wife Eli.There are not many lights like hers that bring love and warmth to the world around them. I'll always remember her sarcastic wit and humor and how she always saw the best in a situation with her classic perspective on life. She truly embodied the fun and love she gave. We hit it off right away and it made me smile to think she spoke and thought of me as she made her way to her next experience of her spirituality. I will always fondly remember the nights of visits while we snacked at night before bed when visiting and will miss her. We love you Marie, please visit us in our dreams anytime and may your memories continue to fill those loved and touched by your grace. We are sending prayers, love and light to those left behind and rejoice for the day you are all reunited. Love you - The Flowers Family
Maureen Corbett
January 6, 2020
Paula,Debbie and Paul and families,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom.I met Marie about 50 years ago when I was married to your uncle Martin.She always remained unforgettable to me.She was always kind,humorous and so easy to know.I followed her on Facebook for a long time.She will always remain in my memory as one of the nicest ladies I have ever known.
Tommy Terrette
January 5, 2020
Dad, Paula and family,
I will always fondly remember our shared love of jelly beans and how touched I was when Marie bought me a jelly bean pillow that I still use.
Marie was a very special lady who could brighten and fill a room with joy and laughter.
She will be missed. My love and prayers to your family.
mary morris
January 4, 2020
debbie so sorry for your loss sending hugs and prayers
Denise Gray
January 3, 2020
Debbie
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family.
DIANE SHOTTER
January 3, 2020
deepest sympathy Debbie to you & your family. Diane Vance Shotter
Ed and shirley Begovic
January 3, 2020
So sorry for your loss Prayers coming your way for all of you
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