Bryan W. "Tiny" Downey
Bryan W. "Tiny" Downey
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On Wednesday, April 8, 2009, age 69, of "The Run". Beloved husband of Ginny (Litsko) Downey; cherished father of Heather L. (Joe) Finnegan and Melissa A. Hill. "Pappy" of Jacob, Jonah, Kaitlyn, Connor and Erin; son of the late James and Eleanor Downey; brother of James P. Downey. Friends will be received Friday 2-4, 6-8pm in the EDWARD P. KANAI FUNERAL HOME, 500 Greenfield Ave. where a Blessing Service will be held on Saturday at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the St. Rosalia Food Bank or ABOARD (Autism and Related Diseases) 35 Wilson St., Pgh, PA 15223.
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Linda Downey-Brautigam
July 4, 2009
Dear Ginny, Heather, Missy, Uncle Jim and Aunt Mickey,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of his death. Curtis passed last year, so my heart goes out to Ginny- stay strong. Of our three, Avichai, Asher, and Arieh, the youngest, Arieh, is the PICTURE of his grandfather...so he does, indeed, live on. God bless and keep you all. Love, Linda, Roseanne, and the boys
ted cillo
April 30, 2009
Dear Downey family
From all the guys down duck hallow we were very sadden to hear the news of Tiny's passing , he will be missed but he leaves us with good memories our deepest sympathy to his family
Magerl
April 14, 2009
Downey Family,
Tiny was a sweet man that was good friends with our father. When I would go to our Dad's Gas station, he was always the Big Man with the even bigger smile. We were saddened when we heard of his passing, he will be missed.
Jack, June and Janet
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Roberta Bashore
April 13, 2009
Dear Heather and Virginia:
I was so sad when I was told of the end of Mr. Downey's life. You showed great devotion to him during the course of his illness, and I'm sure he could feel your love. I'm glad I was able to meet him while he was still making jokes. I hope knowing that you respected his wishes will give you some comfort. I will keep both of you, and your families, in my thoughts and prayers.
Friends at Lester's
April 10, 2009
Downey Family, We just heard the news about Tiny,our deepest sympathy to you all. He was a really nice man who would help anyone out.He will truly be missed.
Kelley Lyle
April 10, 2009
Dear Melissa,I just heard about your Dad.I am so sorry for your loss.We will keep your family in our prayers.
Charlene Hill
April 10, 2009
Dear Missy&family, We are so sorry for your loss.We will keep you in our prayers.
Paul Finnegan
April 9, 2009
April 9, 2009
Dear Heather and Joe,
I was so saddened to hear about your dad's passing. I didn't realize he was that ill. My heart goes out to you all along with the kids who will miss their grandfather. Heather, I hope your mom is doing okay. I am so sorry for your loss.
All my love.
Tomica Jones
April 9, 2009
Dear Ginny and Family,
I am so sad to hear about Tiny's passing. He was like a father to me and Nikky when we had no father figure in our lives. Tiny will be greatly missed but he will live on through the memories that we will carry in our hearts forever. I thank you for sharing your family with me when I needed one. I remember those family-fun Eat-N-Park days like yesterday. You and Tiny have always been there for me and loved me as if I was one of your daughters. My thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times and I pray that as time goes by, you and your family will find the strength to cope with your loss. Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted in the Lord’s hands.
April 9, 2009
Dear Heather and family, Please accept our deepest sympathy in this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Marie, Victoria, Zach and Adilia
Rosanne Ammer
April 9, 2009
Heather & Joe and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find peace in your time of need. Your Dad will always be in your memories and you will see him in your children. God bless all of you.
melissa hill
April 9, 2009
My Dad was always my friend.He never judged me,but always loved me.He was such a great Father and grandfather.we will always miss you and love you. Love,missy,jacob&jonah
Diana Kidd
April 9, 2009
Dear Heather and family,
We want to extend our sympathy to you on the passing of your dad. We know what a close relationship you shared and how much he will be missed. We will be lifting you all in prayer. May God comfort you in your sorrow. Love, Dan and Diana Kidd and family
Cynda Robbins
April 9, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Cynda Robbins
April 9, 2009
Heather,
So sorry to hear about your dad.Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May memories of him always make you smile and may he be your angel everywhere you go.
With Sympathy
Cynda Robbins and Family
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