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BARBARA DANKO Obituary
Of Regent Square on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, age 61. Beloved wife of George Michael Danko; mother of Michael Joseph, Elizabeth Grace, Stephen Daly and Joseph Alexander; sister of Joseph Daly (Ann), Carolyn Daly and Janet Al-Junaidi (Emad); also survived by seven nieces. Preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Aloysius and Dorothy Louise Daly. Although Barbara was active in Public Affairs, she loved above all the family in which she was raised and the family she created with her husband, George. Friends received at McCABE BROS., INC. FUNERAL HOME, 6214 Walnut Street, Shadyside on Monday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. Bede Church on Tuesday at 10 a.m. EVERYONE PLEASE GATHER AT THE CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Carnegie Library of Homewood or the Carnegie Library of Homestead.
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Kathleen and John O'Donnell
June 6, 2023
It has been about 45 years since I last saw Barbara. Her name came up in my memory today and I decided to google her. I was delighted to see her looking so well in pictures... a lot like she look many years ago, when we first met on a study trip to Colombia. I am so sad to hear that she died several years ago now. George, we met a few times while in DC in the late seventies, I think. I do not know if you remember us. We remember you. We knew Barbara was in good hands with you. We are so sorry for your loss. I can hear her laughter as if it was yesterday. I am so sorry we lost touch. Life happens. And now she is gone. So so sad. Hugs from Kathleen O'Doherty O'Donnell and John O'Donnell
Barbara Ann Cisek
May 29, 2015
My sympathy to all Danko Family. I first met Barbara when she was running for county council. She will be missed by so many. Barbara Ann Cisek, Indiana Township
Ed Wells
May 18, 2015
A star went dark. So many good memories of Barb from my days in Regent Square and 14th Ward Club. She rose above petty politics with laughter, intelligence, and grace. George, my condolences to you and your family.
Jackie Jones
May 15, 2015
I was saddened to hear of Barbara's passing. She was a high school classmate at Notre Dame Academy in Washington, D.C. She had a warm spirit and a great sense of humor. She will be sorely missed at our reunion gatherings.
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Christina Kearns
May 15, 2015
So sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. I only knew her a short time at the Boyce Community College, but she was truly a wonderful person. Much sympathy to all.
Jean A. Milko
May 13, 2015
I am deeply saddened by the news of Barbara's passing, may she rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jeanne & Mike McKinney
May 11, 2015
Mike and I remember Barb from our time together at St. Joe's. Barbara always made us smile with her fun loving ways and friendship. Our deepest sympathies to George and the family.
Tom and Mona Murphy
May 10, 2015
A spark has gone out with the loss of Barb. She had such an upbeat attitude toward life and people. Her devotion to the Little Sisters will be missed. You are all in our prayers.
May 10, 2015
George, Michael, Elizabeth, Steven and Joe, we are sorry for your loss. Barb always had a smile. She helped us through some tough times - we offer you our prayers and support now. The Schubert family
Briget Shields
May 10, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss. Barbara was a woman with integrity who gave of herself to represent the people who elected her. She will be missed by so many. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you.
May 10, 2015
Deepest sympathy to the Danko family. Barbara served the residence of her district faithfully. Grateful for her hard work. Rest in peace.
Kitty Lesko, Steel Valley Enterprise Zone
Robert Sherry
May 10, 2015
My deepest sympathies to the Danko Family. I valued Barbara's patience, calmness, and practical style as we shared the joy of teaching catechism together to our parish youth for several years. May she now rest in peace.
Cindy Haigh
May 9, 2015
To the Danko famiy,
I was so sorry to hear about your family's loss. My daily prayers are boosted for you all at this difficult time.
Ms. Haigh
Rogers CAPA Middle School teacher (now Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12)
May 9, 2015
George,
My deepest sympathy to you and your children! You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Sincerely,
Marilyn Hite
May 8, 2015
To the Danko family,
I was so sorry to hear of Barbara's health issues as well as in shock as so many others. My heart goes out to all of you. I met Barb thru politics and we soon found out we had more in common when it came to educating our children. I will miss her dearly. If there is anything I can do please do not hesitate to reach out. May God be with you all.
Theresa Colaizzi and family
Rusty Chapman
May 8, 2015
Enjoyed talking & working with Barb thru out the years while I was with State Farm, I am so sorry to learn of her death, sincere sympathies to the family
May 8, 2015
I was saddened to read of the passing of a valued and productive member of our city/county. My condolences on a true loss to our community. - Jeff Pollock, Esq., Sq. Hill
Jim Ellenbogen
May 8, 2015
Ill miss you sitting next to me in Council
Rest Well Barb to a job well done
Deepest Sympathy to the Family
Susan Hirsch
May 8, 2015
Dear Danko Family,
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. I believe I taught Michael at Allderdice H.S. May you wife/mother's memory always be a blessing to you all. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. With deep sympathy, Susan Hirsch (I now reside in Jerusalem)
Mike Epitropoulos
May 8, 2015
May Barbara's Memory Be Eternal.
Epitropoulos Family -- Regent Square
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