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JOSEPH WIRTH Obituary
Age 80, of McCandless Twp., on May 6, 2019. Loving father of Joseph G. Wirth (Lisa); proud grandfather of Joseph M. and Brian R. Wirth; brother of the late Blanche Jones; also survived by loving relatives and friends. Joe was a proud graduate of Shaler High School, he then went to serve his country in the US Navy. After being honorably discharged, he began his career in the food service industry, working as the sales manager for Mrs. Pauls Company and Keyes Fiber Co. He started Allegheny Brokerage Company in Millvale in 1972 and successfully ran the business as President for over 40 years. Joe was a proud member of Highland Country Club, where he was an avid golfer and served as Club President. Upon retirement, he served as the president of the Calais Village condominium owners' association. A celebration of life will be held at a local restaurant on Friday, June 21, 2019 from 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Please contact Joe Wirth at 703-623-2865 to RSVP. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
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Don & Marina Siegle
June 17, 2019
Condolences to the Wirth family. Marina & Myself enjoyed many fine times with Joe and friends @ Highland CC and many golf outings. RIP
Kathleen Powers Bummer
June 15, 2019
So sorry to hear that your father passed away. He was a great cousin of mine. Our mothers were sisters and I have lovely memories visiting them when we were children and they lived in Shaler Township. I am seven years older than your father was. We had lunch together with other cousins a couple times at Grant Bar in Millvale where his business was. There aren't many cousins living anymore. I always enjoyed talking with your dad.
Sailesh Kapadia
June 10, 2019
Joe Wirth was a quiet deliberate and patient man and was quite a salesman as he had a great ability to communicate without offending the listener even if he was advocating a position that was not aligned with that of the listener. Enjoyed interacting with him on many occasions. He was PROUD of his son Joseph G. Sorry I will be away and cannot participate in the celebration on the 22nd. My condolences to his family.
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June 10, 2019
Joe was steady,honest, and a visionary when presiding over the Calais Village Board for ten years. Under his leadership, property values and a stunning campus flourished. Joe's close neighbors miss their little hallway chats with him. Behind Joe's warm smile, he always had something positive to share. Peace be with you Joe.
Joe Vavak
June 10, 2019
So sorry to hear about this. Joe was one of my mentors at Keyes Fibre Company back in 1970-72. I was only 24 and he took me in and taught me so much about sales and marketing. He will be missed.
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